Java for Computer Information Systems

This book shows how to program business applications using Java applications for commercial programming and Java applets for Internet programming. It teaches readers how to program in Java from the beginning -- requiring no previous programming knowledge and introduces object-oriented programming gently -- after readers have mastered basic programming concepts. Covers: Problem Solving, Abstraction, and Stepwise Refinement; Data Abstraction, Classes, and Objects; Getting Stuff In and Out; Nuts and Bolts: Standard Stuff in Java. Decisions; Iteration; Methods; Classes and Objects; Class Inheritance; Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs); Applets; Arrays; File I/O; Data Structures and ADTs. Features the "Programmer's Algorithm" -- a proven step-by-step process of problem definition, solution planning via algorithms, and good documentation. Includes examples and case studies and offers a variety of Tip and Note boxes throughout -- Programming Tips, Programming Notes, Style Tips, Debugging Tips, Debugging Results, Caution Boxes, and Compiler Notes. For DP and MIS programmers and managers who need to learn Java programming from scratch for commercial and Internet programming.

“This is an excellent book. After reading so many that are not, or are at best just adequate, this book really tries (and most often succeeds) to reach the student-a seemingly often forgotten part of the intro text equation. The chapters are sensible, well paced, and well organized. The use of graphic modules throughout will be very effective. It was a brilliant idea.”

—Dr. M.C.Schraefel, University of Victoria

“The material is very readable, clear, rich in terms of examples, excellent learning format, and so forth. I really like the presentation.”

—Alan L. Eliason, Graduate School of Management at Willamette University

Java has become a premier programming language because of its portability, Internet programming capabilities, and object-orientation. Emphasizing problem-solving techniques, this successful author takes advantage of Java's object-orientation and built-in graphics to teach students and professionals how to program.

Author of 19 textbooks and winner of two prestigious college and university teaching excellence awards, STAUGAARD knows what will work in your introductory Java class.

Features

• Emphasis is first placed on the “nuts and bolts” of programming and problem solving, building gradually to the object-oriented paradigm.
• A series of GUI10X and Applet10X experiments modules run in parallel with the text chapter to motivate students and prepare them for in-depth coverage of event-driven, graphics programming discussed in later chapters.
• Covers both Java applications and applets.
• Problem-solving skills enhanced with 20 Problem Solving in Action Case Studies.
• Excellent student pedagogy includes Programming Tips, Programming Notes, Style Tips, Debugging Tips, Debugging Boxes, Caution Boxes, Compiler Notes, and 300 quick-check exercises.