Using Java 1.2 (Using ... (Que)) [Paperback]

Michael Morgan (Author), Mike Morgan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1998 | Series: Using ... (Que)

Using Java 1.2 is a task-based reference that uses clear organization, step-by-step tasks, abundant code samples, and new cross-indexing techniques to teach Java 1.2. This book covers the Java 1.2 language, APIs, class libraries, and programming tools. It also explains how to upgrade from earlier releases of Java. Using Java 1.2 accomplishes these goals by anticipating the needs of the user, providing strong navigation and accessibility to the content. Using Java 1.2 provides a powerful price/content value proposition versus other books in the marketplace. Java 1.2 is a major upgrade for the Java programming language and this book will serve as the definitive reference to get the user to the next programming level.

-This thorough and easy-to-use, task-based reference helps inexperienced readers quickly become skilled Java programmers.

-Hands-on practical approach and well-documented code examples ensure that readers understand and learn Java programming techniques.

-Written by a professional Java programmer and trainer who has used his classroom experience to write the best introduction to Java available.

Product Details

• Paperback: 843 pages
• Publisher: Que; 1st edition (July 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789716275
• ISBN-13: 978-0789716279
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,851,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Only recommended if you are migrating from C++ to JAVA, November 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Using Java 1.2 (Using ... (Que)) (Paperback)

In my opinion, there are 2 major flaws with this book: - it is intended for C++ programmers moving to JAVA (which I'm not) & the organisation of the content lacks structure. Of the 5 JAVA books I have read this is close to the weakest, which is a shame as the author tries to cover ground which other books don't do e.g. UML, design patterns, SQL. The author definitely has excellent knowledge of the material but it is presented in a confusing style - poor layout and too much waffle and irrelevant information. If you want a pure JAVA book or have no knowledge of C++ development, try something else.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Using Java1.2, September 13, 2000

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Gary McKenna (Calgary, AB) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Using Java 1.2 (Using ... (Que)) (Paperback)

Yes and No. The book is excellent at giving an overview of many concepts that are pertinent to understanding the plethora of all that comprise the Java technology and how it all generally works together. But as for an intermediate rated programming book with lots of programming examples, it is terrible. The book is notorious for talking about Java programming concepts and never showing you how to do it nor giving effective coding samples. As for presenting Java programming, the book reminds me of bumping into somebody in bar who claims to be a "Java developer/programmer" and talks all the snappy terminology. Then when you ask them a specific question, they change the subject.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not a good book, July 13, 2000

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Edmond Lee - See all my reviews

This review is from: Using Java 1.2 (Using ... (Que)) (Paperback)

I bought this book because of the publisher. I read good computer book from the same publisher before. But this book really disappointed me. I read the first few chapters of this book, but I don't want to spend my time on this book anymore. This book is not organized, it is hard to read, it does not have easy to understand example. It is definitely not for beginner. Save your time and money, buy another JAVA book.