Java Programming From the Beginning Author:K. N. King Java Programming: From the Beginning is an introductory textbook aimed at the traditional CSI course. It assumes no previous programming experience. Unlike many Java texts currently on the market, this book avoid trendiness for its own sake, instead focusing on teaching students programming skills on which they can build a career. The emp... more »hasis is on learning how to design, implement, and debug programs written in an object-oriented language. Topics are introduced in a spiral fashion, with as little "magic" as possible. Applets are de-emphasized, and there is no attempt to introduce all the features of Java. After using this book in a course, students should be well prepared to move on to C++ or more advanced courses in Java. Main features:
* Early coverage of objects
* "Spiral" approach--introducing new material gradually, as needed
* More than 700 review questions, exercises, and programming projects
* In-depth case studies, to help students develop problem-solving skills
* Ample reference material, including detailed coverage of the major API classes« less