Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code

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Summary: Filling the gap
Review: At last somebody came up with a book that fills the gap between UML and Java. It is not meant for the people completely new to programming, nor is it meant for person that had lots of experience in other OO languanges, but it is want it is meant to be a, beginning to JAVA Objects. For some reason WROX always seems to find people who can explain stuff straigth to the point. Jacquie Barker has the talent to explain things in such a way that you don't have a headache at the end of each chapter. It is so that the parts of JAVA and UML are quite brief, but it gives you just the information you need, no more, but surely not less, to be able to create truly OO JAVA code for 99% of all projects.

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Summary: Excellent Book - Read it cover to cover
Review: I was anxious to get a copy of this book when I heard Wrox was putting it out and I picked it up as soon as I saw it. I thought it was a great book. Jacquie Barker's ideas on OOP were very helpful and are helping me not only in my Java programming but in some of the projects I have been doing in PHP and other languages as well. This book combined with Ivor Horton's Beginning Java will give anyone a solid foundation for successful Java Programming.

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Summary: Enjoyed the pace and readability/understandability
Review: I really enjoyed the book. I found it easy to read and understand and enjoyed the pace. I found this book to hit upon the very scope it advertised - that is understanding java objects in the midst of learning java. It also set up areas within the book that reviewed earlier areas, which I enjoyed. I was hoping to get into jdbc and persisting object state with databases rather than a text file as is in the book, but instantly found the reason why text files were used due to finding an inexpensive jdbc driver is difficult. DSNs could also be used, but there are other books for that topic. I recommend it. The author mentions that this book could be used for graduate level or upper level undergraduate work and she is an educator as well. This comes through in the reading.. very nice.

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Summary: The re-invention of Rene Gabor from Cobol to OO programmer
Review: I followed the author's "tried and true method of learning Java properly". I am currently working on a simple and small system I call the Veterinary eClinic System. Jacquie's book really got me going in the right direction! This great book will be a big help in completing my re-invention from a Cobol programmer to an OO programmer.

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Summary: A 'must read'
Review: Having tried to master Java before, I found that all of the books I consulted taught Java syntax without really explaining how to structure an application around objects so as to truly leverage Java's power as an OO language.  This book accomplishes what no other book, to my knowledge, even attempts to do:  that is, to step through a case study from beginning to end, illustrating first how to think from the perspective of objects, then how to model the application using UML, and finally, how to translate the model into working Java code.  It is, in my opinion, a 'must read' for anyone striving to become an accomplished Java designer and developer.

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Summary: Teaches OO the Java Way
Review: I found this book excellent for understanding OO programming in Java. Most of the books out there spend too much time on the syntax and not enough on how to build classes. I was switching from Visual Basic to Java and this book really provided the understanding I needed. I would recommend it to anyone trying to learn OO using Java.

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Summary: First hand feedback from a OOD/JAVA novice
Review: Always thought of JAVA as intimidating, yet wanted it on you resume? And Object oriented design, why is it so complex and roundabout after all? Obviously, you need to try this brand new book written in a fluid, easy going manner, with real life examples. It starts with the basics of objects, leads you through the design phase, and maintains your attention with realistic and easy to understand figures. All the while, a contant effort is made to relate it to JAVA and C++, and helpfully, a distinction is made between these two most popular languages wherever necessary. It is a must read if you want to take your JAVA seriously.

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Summary: Gold mine!!!
Review: I have the read the first part of the book ( there are 3 parts) and Iam very impressed.

This book is not for :
The book is not for people who want 2 get started in Java programming ,since there is not much syntax to code---this is the only way 2 do it to get working kind of stuff.

This book is for:
This is an excellent book to grab if u are java ( or OO) programmer and want 2 know how 2 write "real" OO code. The examples given by the author are excellent and simple.
The book has got an excellent flow and hence easy 2 follow.
If u r an oo programmer then this book is a goldmine 2 understand the concepts and remember them.



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Summary: Outstanding book for OO
Review: In my opinion, this is one of the best book for Object Oriented Concepts and design. Though Java is not given in full, I don't feel that is a negative point for this book.

I already purchased and read the book when I was in India, but left the book there when I came to US. Bought the same book once again and planning to read again. I don't know if any other book has presented OO in such a nice manner.

Thanks,
Balaji.


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Summary: Well written, comprehensive
Review: Mrs. Barker goes into excellent detail for a 'beginning' book; the explanations are clear and well defined, along with the code. An excellent starter for those who were new to Java, just as myself.