Java 2 by Example

by Geoff Friesen and Jeff Friesen

Java 2 by Example, Second Edition is up to date with the latest developments in version 1.4 of the Java SDK 1.4. Sun estimates that 60 percent of new developers will be using Java by 2004. Additionally, more college-level programming courses teach using Java, opening additional opportunities for tutorials aimed at novice programmers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0789725932
• ISBN13: 9780789725936
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Que
• Length: 848 Pages
• Weight: 3.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.9" x 7.4" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Super Book

Java 2 By Example, Second Edition, is the gift of an unforgettable friend. I consider myself a beginner in the Java programming field in spite of having a background in C and C++ and I think that Jeff makes an excellent exhibition of the most important topics in the Java language, each topic covers a group of very important concepts in programming that will nurture the readers with that whole necessary philosophical focus for the newbie programmers. Jeff has abundant programming experiences in programming, especially in Java 2 Standard Edition and he give many good guidelines.One of the most powerful aspects in Java that Jeff explores is Multitreading which can be intimidante and confused for the beginners, however Jeff adds to this topic the magic of his experience to achieve an almost painless topic for those that begin.In chapter 7 Polymorphism, Jeff begins with a brilliant explanation about the four kind of polymorphism and subsequently it covers expressly each one of these kind with clear code examples that give a deep vision in this topic.I think that the existent repertoire of excellent, useful and varied exercises at the end of each chapter doesn't exist in other similar book. Those readers that solve all the exercises appeared in the book will be very prepared to face the more dissimilar tasks in Java.I could be writing about the excellent qualities of each chapter but it would surpass the 1000 words allowed in this review, but without a doubt it cannot lack a comment about the expressive Glossary appeared at the end of this book. Do you want a definition of some topic? Look for it in the Glossary and Bingo!This book will probably bring Java 2 to a whole new generation of beginning Java programmers and this book does represent a great way to get started on learning the Java language.If I could give 6 stars, I would give them!Thank you Jeff, we wait for Java 2 By Example, Third Edition!

I am this book's author and need your help

Hello, I am the author of Java 2 By Example, Second Edition -- and I have a problem with the 10 positive/negative reviews on this page. The problem is: all of those reviews apply to the book's predecessor and NOT to this book. Therefore, a potential reader that reads those reviews is at a disadvantage -- the reader thinks those reviews reflect the Second Edition of this book, when they do not. I would appreciate your removal of all ten reviews (if possible). Thanks in advance for your help.Jeff Friesen

Great! Introductory level Java book.

This book quickly gets you up to speed on the fundamentals of the Java language. The concepts are clearly explained and well illustrated with examples.I am a intermediate/advanced C++ and C programmer, trying to switch over to the Java language. I tried various books and found this book the by far the best, as it brought to life the basic concepts and illustrates them with easy to understand examples.Overall a must by for the Java beginner!

Great ! No other way to describe it.

I did not know Java. I purchased a book on Java programming, and then I got lost. I could not even figure out how to differentiate a Java applet from a Java program. I went back to the bookstore and looked through at least 15 books. Java 2 by Example was the only one that spelled out clearly ... the simplest Java application vs. the simplest Java applet. I was impressed by the immediacy of the examples, so I bought the book and my intuition paid off. This book is terrific. Friesen takes you through the language in a clear, consise manner, with concrete examples that build one upon the other. It is very well organized and a breeze to read. And it should be. You are trying to learn Java, not the idiosyncrasies of an author's writing skills. This book is just terrific.

An example, too, of how to write a 'teaching book'...

Java 2 by Example is a book well written. As a practitioner needing to a good refresher and a deeper appreciation of the intricacies of the language that I haven't encountered in my experience, the book certainly meets my expectations. Also for beginners who need a solid foundation on Java, this book is highly recommended. It is an excellent 'teaching book' -- the writing style is pleasant and precise while anticipating my questions and need for clarification.