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Learn Java with this fun and painless self-teaching guide. Easy-to-understand, step-by-step instruction explains the most commonly used programming language for designing dynamic Web pages. Numerous examples, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and a final exam solidify the knowledge you have learned.
Paperback, 333 pages
Published May 20th 2004 by McGraw-Hill Companies (first published April 29th 2004)
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Tim Jones
Apr 04, 2011 Tim Jones rated it liked it
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Lots of typos, and one major mistake in how the author explains how the switch statement works. First impression was that the book was not worth reading. However, I have learned to appreciate it for its overview of Java concepts. It is useful as a precursor to reading more detailed presentations of the material. I find myself going back and reading it quite often.
Guillermo
Feb 06, 2013 Guillermo rated it liked it
This is a good book for someone looking to understand Java for the first time. The version I read talked about Java 1.5 (current is 1.7), so some methods and capabilities have changed.

PROS:
+ Easy and straight-forward way to approach new concepts.
+ Enforces object oriented thinking.
+ Covers most of the useful Java capabilities used in college (80% I would say)

CONS:
- Uses an old version, if you can get the new edition of the book it would be better.
- Lack of examples forces you to have a second bo
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Jan 28, 2012 Osama Gweaa rated it liked it
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