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If you like some humor in your programming books, you'll want to take a look at Just Java 1.1 and Beyond. This enjoyable guide to Java programming mixes in some fun material that gives the book a real personality while providing expert programming information. This introduction is best for programmers with experience in other programming languages who want to make the transition to Java smoothly.Since the author is an old hand at C, C++, and other object-oriented languages, he begins by fitting Java into a larger perspective on the computing industry. (The author sees Java as the language of choice for many reasons--mainly its ease of use and cross-platform capabilities.) The book features a straightforward tutorial on how to get started in Java, from writing simple applications to learning Java's built-in classes. An early chapter on object-oriented programming is particularly adept at showing how Java compares to other programming languages in its approach to working with objects. Basic types and objects are all explained in good detail. Witty quotes and anecdotes that point out some of the difficulties of working with technology frame each chapter. The author strikes a fine balance between real programming expertise and comic relief, and his writing is a notch above most other writing in the field. However, the author doesn't skimp on technical knowledge--advanced material includes how to use interfaces, exceptions, threads, and the network capabilities of Java. This third edition offers new chapters on the JavaBeans standard, RMI, and JDBC classes for database programming. While there are many good tutorials for beginning Java programmers, Just Java 1.1 and Beyond gets the job done with flair and personality. --Richard V. Dragan
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