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Summary: Good Introduction to the Extreme Basics
Review: I didn't know anything about Java when I started reading this book, but I already had some experience with object-oriented programming. I bought this because it seemed like a pretty easy-going book, especially after trying to get started with "Learning Java" from O'Reilly. The main plus for this book is that it is extremely easy to follow. All steps are explained and you can build up simple programs of your own pretty quickly. It's also useful as a basic reference for writing GUIs in Java. However, this book does not cover a lot of material. For example, anything that isn't directly related to building a GUI. The only topics are the few basic classes, functions, operators, etc. that you need to make check boxes, etc. If you buy this book, you will still need another reference to learn the rest of Java. I gave this four stars since I believe it does what it set out to do although I would've preferred a more comprehensive book.
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Summary: Great starter-upper
Review: This is the single best book I've ever read on Java. I had to start up for a school Web project, and it got me going straightaway, regardless of the fact that I'm only thirteen. Great job, Dori and Tom!!!
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