Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures, Global Edition - Softcover

Liang, Y.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1292480718 ISBN 13: 9781292480718

Publisher: Pearson, 2025

Synopsis

Learning to program is about more than writing code. It's about developing the problem-solving skills needed to design solutions, think logically and build software with confidence. Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures takes a fundamentals-first approach, helping students establish a strong foundation in programming concepts before progressing to object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms. Through clear explanations, practical examples and guided learning, students gain the skills needed to write, test and improve programs using modern Java.

Real-world examples drawn from business, science, mathematics, gaming, animation and multimedia help students see how programming is used across industries and disciplines. A focus on problem solving encourages learners to understand the reasoning behind each solution, while extensive practice opportunities support skill development at every stage. Updated for Java 18, this edition introduces contemporary language features and programming techniques, helping students build relevant skills for further study and software development careers.

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About the Author

Dr. Liang is a professor of Computer Science at Georgia Southern University. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Oklahoma in 1991. Prior to joining Armstrong State University (now consolidated with Georgia Southern University), Dr. Liang was an Associate Professor in computer science at Purdue University in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he twice received the Excellence in Research award.

Dr. Liang was trained in theoretical computer science. He has published in the SIAM Journal on Computing, Discrete Applied Mathematics, Acta Informatics, and Information Processing Letters. He has written books on programming, data structures, and computer graphics. His popular computer science texts are widely used in the world.

Dr. Liang was elected a Java Champion by Sun Microsystems (now Oracle) in 2005. He has given lectures on programming internationally.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1292480718
• ISBN 13: 9781292480718
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1220