Java Programming by Example (SIGS: Advances in Object Technology) [Paperback]

Rajiv Sharma (Author), Vivek Sharma (Author)

Book Description

Series: SIGS: Advances in Object Technology | Publication Date: November 13, 1998

Java Programming by Example introduces software developers to Java, the object-oriented programming language of choice for Internet development. Using nothing more than demonstrations and wry humor, the authors provide the information developers need quickly to create applets, applications, multi-file programs, animation, and GUIs. This book will appeal to software developers interested in learning by example with a minimum of theory. Skip the smalltalk and master your Java skills now!

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' ... written in a very colloquial style and is definitely value for money for those who do not have time to wade through the theory before learning how to write Java code that works. The Computer Bullrtin

Book Description

Java Programming by Example introduces software developers to Java, the object-oriented programming language of choice for Internet development. Using nothing more than demonstrations and wry humor, the authors provide the information developers need quickly to create applets, applications, multi-file programs, animation, and GUIs. This book will appeal to software developers interested in learning by example with a minimum of theory.

Product Details

• Paperback: 446 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (November 13, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521644429
• ISBN-13: 978-0521644426
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,434,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS THE ONE YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR!, November 19, 1999

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This review is from: Java Programming by Example (SIGS: Advances in Object Technology) (Paperback)

Java Programming By Example By Rajiv & Vivek Sharma is by far one of the best Java fundamentals book I have ever read. With some 10+ years of programming under my belt, I found this refreshing masterpiece a MUST for the BEGINNER and the ADVANCED. From my experience in real world application engineering, many advanced programmers should reexamine their foundations periodically for correctness of understanding; refreshing the grey matter thereby leaving nothing to task. I have no doubt in my mind that this book would enable the Java programmer to shore up any weak areas in conceptual and practical understanding of the Java programming language, and aid in each's quest to become a 'Java Master,' so to speak. Those of you who pride yourselves on knowing the Java language should have this as solid fundamental reference. Each line of code is broken down and explained from concept to implementation. Easy to understand, and extremely well structured. This work should be the benchmark by which all other fundamental subject type books are measured. THIS BOOK IS A MUST FOR EVERY BEGINNING JAVA PROGRAMMER, as well as for those of us who are in the 'Biz.'

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for learning Java and GUI animation techniques., December 21, 1999

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Steve T Pham (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Java Programming by Example (SIGS: Advances in Object Technology) (Paperback)

This book makes you feel like you're back in college. Unlike other books, this books is a mixture of teaching Java to novices and good programming techniques. With a little humor here and there to wake you up! The authors explain in great dept the purpose, concept and implementation of their example.

On a personal note, where can I find the source codes covered on this book? I'm not in college anymore, and too lazy to type them. :-)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars ERROR PRONE and no source files, April 14, 2003

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Timothy L. Weiss "timlw" (Overland Park, Kansas United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Java Programming by Example (SIGS: Advances in Object Technology) (Paperback)

Upfront, in defense of the authors, I will admit that buying the book in 2003 does put it at a disadvantage. That said... The book was obviously "thrown together" with more mistakes than I have ever run into.. especially in the source code. Example: The book references both "the CD included" and a web site to download the files - NEITHER OF WHICH EXIST. The source code listed in the book is full of errors. On the positive side, I've found it to be useful as an introduction to animated graphics; however, if you are a newbie to java, forget it!