An introductory text which assumes no programming knowledge, and teaches the basics of programming alongside the language of Java. The author applies her techniques and pedagogy to this language to demonstrate its capabilities. The text addresses object-oriented programming using examples, and also deals with the WWW and GUI aspects of Java.
The Java programming language is
revolutionizing the world of computing
and is set to become the language taught
to programming students around the world.
Java Gently is a programming text which
aims to teach students how to program,
and how to do it in the best possible style
in Java. In the process, Java Gently covers
all of the Java language, its standard
libraries and utilities and the prospects it
offers for the future. In terms of
programming, it covers object-orientation,
software design, structured programming,
graphical user interfacing, networking and
finishes with an introduction to algorithms
and data structures.
Judy Bishop's approach and style will
excite students and keep them interested
in programming, covering the Web aspects
of Java while ensuring that the important
principles of good programming are
mastered.
Hallmark Features
explanation by example, with over 75
fully-worked examples and case studies end of chapter summaries ten-point quizzes at the end of each
chapter, with answers over 100 exercises an active Web site containing all the
examples and a discussion board object-oriented class diagrams
illustrating the examples emphasis on sound algorithm design
and thorough testing a unique notation for presenting Java
syntax to the novice programmer requires no knowledge of programming
or mathematics. New for the Second Edition
complete update to Java 1.1 emphasis on the correct use of the
event model and object-orientation coverage of advanced Java features
and APTs, including RMI and JDBC