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Mastering Java: An Effective Project Based Approach including Web Development, Data Structures, GUI Programming and Object Oriented Programming
Let’s be very honest, a programming language cannot be learned in “one day” or “fast”. You will need lots of examples and practice to learn Java, especially if you are beginner. Beware of other shorter books that only touch on the topic and do not provide enough exercises or examples.This book was designed to make concepts as easy as possible, while explaining how programming works. This guide is different from others in that it includes a variety of different exercises that readers can learn from. The best way to learn Java is to follow the examples/exercises and create your own code.You no longer have to waste your money on books that are are only 200 pages and do not deliver enough value. You deserve better.This book is also different from others because it includes important Java interview questions. Consider the Table of Contents below and you will see that this book stands out from the others.
Chapter 1: Java BasicsHow It All WorksYour First ProgramJava CommentsCode StructureIntroducing Data Types and VariablesExampleReserved KeywordsDouble VariablesThe IF StatementThe IF…ELSE StatementThe IF…ELSE IF StatementThe Nested IF StatementBoolean ValuesSwitch StatementsChapter 2: Java Data Structures and AlgorithmsAn Overview of Data StructuresClassification of Data StructuresCharacteristics of an AlgorithmTime Complexity and Time Complexity FunctionsBasic Concepts of Data Structures and AlgorithmsWhat Is An Array?Searching and Sorting AlgorithmsMulti-Dimensional Arrays and Matrix MultiplicationSingly Linked Lists – Search and Sort AlgorithmsDoubly Linked and Circular Linked Lists and AlgorithmsStacksChapter 3: Java Web DevelopmentAjax Development with JavaScriptCreating the Java Package and Source FileTroubleshootingWeb ServicesThe Entity Class and Session FacadeIntroducing JavaServer FacesIntroducing Ajax for JavaConnecting to a MySQL DatabaseApplication and Database CommunicationUsing jQuery to Improve a Web PageChapter 4: Java GUI ProgrammingGUI Programming with AWTLabelExamplesMouseEvent and MouseListener InterfaceKeyEvent and KeyListener InterfaceNested ClassesAdaptor Class Event ListenersAn Introduction to SwingContent-Pane in JFrameNetBeans for JavaJava Application DevelopmentJava GUI Tools<
Chapter 1: Java BasicsHow It All WorksYour First ProgramJava CommentsCode StructureIntroducing Data Types and VariablesExampleReserved KeywordsDouble VariablesThe IF StatementThe IF…ELSE StatementThe IF…ELSE IF StatementThe Nested IF StatementBoolean ValuesSwitch StatementsChapter 2: Java Data Structures and AlgorithmsAn Overview of Data StructuresClassification of Data StructuresCharacteristics of an AlgorithmTime Complexity and Time Complexity FunctionsBasic Concepts of Data Structures and AlgorithmsWhat Is An Array?Searching and Sorting AlgorithmsMulti-Dimensional Arrays and Matrix MultiplicationSingly Linked Lists – Search and Sort AlgorithmsDoubly Linked and Circular Linked Lists and AlgorithmsStacksChapter 3: Java Web DevelopmentAjax Development with JavaScriptCreating the Java Package and Source FileTroubleshootingWeb ServicesThe Entity Class and Session FacadeIntroducing JavaServer FacesIntroducing Ajax for JavaConnecting to a MySQL DatabaseApplication and Database CommunicationUsing jQuery to Improve a Web PageChapter 4: Java GUI ProgrammingGUI Programming with AWTLabelExamplesMouseEvent and MouseListener InterfaceKeyEvent and KeyListener InterfaceNested ClassesAdaptor Class Event ListenersAn Introduction to SwingContent-Pane in JFrameNetBeans for JavaJava Application DevelopmentJava GUI Tools<
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Published December 13, 2018
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January 4, 2019
I have very little to no understanding of programming and programming languages overall, but after attempting to read up on Python, I figured it would be a good idea for me to see how reading up on a different programming language would turn out for me. Considering Java is the most widely-used programming language and this book was written by the author of the Python book I read, I decided that this might be the next logical step for me.
White’s guide is certainly thoroughly, covering everything from how Java works and the basic terminology to web development and object-oriented programming. White even discusses Java interview questions which might come up when applying for a position which involves programming, a fact which both took me by surprise and set this book apart from similar guides. Of course, given the fact that interview questions are included here points to this fact that this book is not for anyone casually interested or only vaguely curious about learning how to program using Java. Rather, you need to be truly invested in this process and want to do something significant with it in order to get the most that you can from reading it.
That’s not to say that the information here can only be understood by those already experienced in Java and programming overall. The language is simple enough that pretty much anyone with at least a bit of a mind for this kind of work can understand it. A good portion of the book, especially in the beginning, might also be considered too basic for more advanced users, but it would be useful even to them if they want to brush up on the building blocks before an interview or when it’s been a long time since they last studied programming. Regardless, those who are just getting interested in Java and/or have little preexisting knowledge of programming will want to start with a smaller, more concise introduction. White’s book is also very hands-on, so it would be a good idea to have at least an idea of what you’re getting into before you start reading Mastering Java.
Overall, if you are a complete greenhorn to Java and programming, this book isn’t really for you. While the casual voice of the writing makes it easy to follow along, the terminology and sheer length of the book—687 pages—can be very intimidating for a true beginner, and so it would be best to return to this after building a more basic knowledge set elsewhere. However, if you have already dipped your toes into this world, Mastering Java is a good way to build upon your understanding of Java and refresh your memory of what you already know.
White’s guide is certainly thoroughly, covering everything from how Java works and the basic terminology to web development and object-oriented programming. White even discusses Java interview questions which might come up when applying for a position which involves programming, a fact which both took me by surprise and set this book apart from similar guides. Of course, given the fact that interview questions are included here points to this fact that this book is not for anyone casually interested or only vaguely curious about learning how to program using Java. Rather, you need to be truly invested in this process and want to do something significant with it in order to get the most that you can from reading it.
That’s not to say that the information here can only be understood by those already experienced in Java and programming overall. The language is simple enough that pretty much anyone with at least a bit of a mind for this kind of work can understand it. A good portion of the book, especially in the beginning, might also be considered too basic for more advanced users, but it would be useful even to them if they want to brush up on the building blocks before an interview or when it’s been a long time since they last studied programming. Regardless, those who are just getting interested in Java and/or have little preexisting knowledge of programming will want to start with a smaller, more concise introduction. White’s book is also very hands-on, so it would be a good idea to have at least an idea of what you’re getting into before you start reading Mastering Java.
Overall, if you are a complete greenhorn to Java and programming, this book isn’t really for you. While the casual voice of the writing makes it easy to follow along, the terminology and sheer length of the book—687 pages—can be very intimidating for a true beginner, and so it would be best to return to this after building a more basic knowledge set elsewhere. However, if you have already dipped your toes into this world, Mastering Java is a good way to build upon your understanding of Java and refresh your memory of what you already know.
February 9, 2020
Very Good But Scope Too Broad
This book covers a lot of material, too much, I think. Java is too extensive to ”master” in a single book. However, there is a lot of useful information here making the book a good reference. Scan it to see what is covered, then put it on your shelf for later reference.
This book covers a lot of material, too much, I think. Java is too extensive to ”master” in a single book. However, there is a lot of useful information here making the book a good reference. Scan it to see what is covered, then put it on your shelf for later reference.
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