Novice programers will learn how to write Java programs, how to run them as free-standing programs, and how to invoke a Java program from a Web browser with this text on essentials of Java. Basic programming concepts are introduced early, followed by event-driven programming and an introduction to object-oriented design. Exercises and self-tests are included. This third edition uses UML throughout, and offers an introduction to Swing and other advanced features. The authors teach at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Douglas Bell and Mike Parr lecture at Sheffield Hallam University in the UK. They have written a number of programming books and continue to teach and learn about programming with enthusiasm.