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Summary: Just one more thought.
Review: Just read the reviews and found it surprizing that this book is either 5 stars or 1 star. To that I would say this: If you need a reference to Java then buy a reference such as "The Java Class Libraries" otherwise remember that this is a tutorial for Java (an object oriented language). Perhaps that's why there are so many references to other parts in the book. Inheritance references other things all the time. Keep working at this book, and it will open up to you.
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Summary: Just one more thought.
Review: Just read the reviews and found it surprizing that this book is either 5 stars or 1 star. To that I would say this: If you need a reference to Java then buy a reference such as "The Java Class Libraries" otherwise remember that this is a tutorial for Java (an object oriented language). Perhaps that's why there are so many references to other parts in the book. Inheritance references other things all the time. Keep working at this book, and it will open up to you.
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Summary: The best of the serious contenders
Review: My bookshelf is overflowing with Java books that I've purchased through the months. Campione's and Walrath's book is by far the best. This book contains as much beef as does Horstmann's and Cornell's Core Java series. It also has a very good blend of the human element - not just dull, dry, boring techno talk. Their light sprinkling of humor certainly helps break up the tedium.I found their discussion of the basic Java fundamentals to be the best - very clear and very accurate. Simple enough for the beginner and not insulting to the advanced. I especially appreciated their practical programming and troubleshooting tips. I'm really looking forward to their next collaborative effort.
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Summary: DON'T BUY THIS!!!!
Review: Not that its bad. It like most Sun books is very good, but the Third edition is out. Buy that to get the latest on learning JAVA(tm).
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Summary: DON'T BUY THIS!!!!
Review: Not that its bad. It like most Sun books is very good, but the Third edition is out. Buy that to get the latest on learning JAVA(tm).
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Summary: Very good book for starter!
Review: Recommended for person who is new at Java. Very easy to
follow and excellent in organizing the subjects! Lots of
examples, too.
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Summary: Simplesmente o MÁXIMO !
Review: Sem sombras de dúvida, um dos melhores livros escritos àqueles que desejam entrar, sem os traumas inerentes à programação estruturada voltada à Internet, no maravilhoso mundo JAVA. Em estilo simples e competente, as autoras conseguem passar de maneira clara todos os conceitos envolvidos no desenvolvimento de applets e outros poderosos recursos que a linguagem oferece. É uma publicação obrigatória e indispensável para quem pensa em desenvolver aplicações sérias e profissionais nesta área que promete ser a tendência em informática do futuro: a quebra de barreiras através da grande rede. Eu recomendo !
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Summary: The Java programmer's answer book
Review: Since I chose JBuilder as my development environment, I learned the basics of Java by using a JBuilder-centric book (JBuilder 2 Bible, by Eric Armstrong). But, the books that are best at teaching the fundamentals are rarely the best at bringing the beginner to intermediate-level knowledge. The Java Tutorial fills that gap amazingly well. Whenever I have a question about Java, whether it is a general question such as, "How do threads work?" to something specific like, "Can I use a Dialog pop-up window in my Applet?", the answer is in the Tutorial. And the answers it provides are complete, clear, and (most of all) useful. With the Java Tutorial at my side, I can code with more confidence and produce better programs.
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Summary: "The Java Tutorial" is a complete, well-made Java Handbook.
Review: Some people might be intimidated by this books giant length (over 800 pages!), but the authors present the subject clearly AND precisely in order for the reader to learn Java as well and as quickly as possible (without sacrificing the amount of knowledge learned). From the first-time Java newbie to the week-end programmer to even experienced programmers, "The Java Tutorial" introduces Java, and then proceeds from there to teach its nature, code, and process. From web applets to full-fledged applications, the Java information in this book surpasses that of many other Java books. If you don't know Java or want to know more, get this book - it's a must read.
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Summary: Author Campione makes the best Java to go with applet pie.
Review: Teaching that starts the student working simple examplesimmediately is the best way to learn. Mary will have you make a freshpot of Java on page 3! By page 15 you can nibble on your first applet pie and by 27 she'll show you the whole programming kitchen. One can sense a friendly wisdom in this teacher, one who makes difficult material at least readible so that you can focus on the learning without suffering poor writing. If you like applets, you'll love this Java! An excellent book that should be a top choice for a text book. Campione shows you how technical subjects should be written so people can get on with mastering new skills. Good cooking, I'd say.
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