Java Essentials For Dummies
1. Edition December 2024
208 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Swiftly brush up on the foundations of Java programming
Java Essentials For Dummies is a reliable and succinct reference on the core components of Java--the multifaceted general-purpose language used for desktop, mobile, and web applications. This straightforward book gets right to the point--eliminating review material and wordy explanations--so you get what you need, fast.
* Strengthen your understanding of the basics of coding with Java
* Review what you've already learned or pick up key skills
* Use Java to build a variety of applications and more
* Jog your memory on the essentials as you work and get clear answers to your questions
Perfect for supplementing classroom learning, reviewing for a certification, or staying knowledgeable on the job, Java Essentials For Dummies is a direct reference that's great to keep on hand as an everyday desk reference.
Chapter 1: Installing and Using Java Tools 3
Chapter 2: Working with TextPad 11
Chapter 3: Java Programming Basics 17
Chapter 4: Working with Variables and Data Types 39
Chapter 5: Working with Numbers and Expressions 63
Chapter 6: Making Choices 79
Chapter 7: Going Around in Circles (or, Using Loops) 99
Chapter 8: Adding Some Methods to Your Madness 111
Chapter 9: Handling Exceptions 121
Chapter 10: Making Your Own Classes 133
Chapter 11: Using Subclasses and Inheritance 147
Chapter 12: Using Arrays 161
Chapter 13: Ten Techniques for Easier Java Coding 179
Index 187
Paul McFedries is a long-time technical author with more than 100 published titles, including Web Coding & Development All-in-One For Dummies.
