Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code
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Among Java's many attractive features as a programming language, its object-oriented nature is key to creating powerful, reusable code and applications that are easy to maintain and extend. To take advantage of these capabilities, you're going to need not only to master the syntax of the Java language, but also to gain a practical understanding of what objects are all about. Most importantly, you need to know how to structure Java applications from the ground up to make the most of objects. With Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code, you'll master all three. Learning to design objects effectively with Java is the goal of Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code. Plenty of titles dig into the Java language in massive detail, but this one takes the unique approach of stepping back and looking at fundamental object concepts first. Mastery of Java&emdash;from understanding the basic language features to building complete industrial-strength Java applications&emdash;emerges only after a thorough tour of thinking in objects. Let this book be your guide.
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Among Java's many attractive features as a programming language, its object-oriented nature is key to creating powerful, reusable code and applications that are easy to maintain and extend. To take advantage of these capabilities, you're going to need not only to master the syntax of the Java language, but also to gain a practical understanding of what objects are all about, and more importantly, how to structure a Java application from the ground up to make the most of objects. With Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code, readers will learn all three! Learning to design objects effectively with Java is the goal of Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code; a comprehensive yet approachable guide to object oriented programming using UML and today's hottest programming language. Plenty of titles dig into the Java language in massive detail, but this title takes the unique approach of stepping back and looking at fundamental object concepts first. The details of Java, from basic language features to a straightforward tutorial for building a complete “industrial strength” Java application, emerge only after a thorough tour of thinking in objects. In order to harness the power of Java as an object-oriented programming language, one must be proficient with objects first. Beginning Java Objects: From Concepts to Code provides the perfect introduction to both!
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Good Book for BeginnersSunday, May 15, 2005
This is a very easy to read book. Beginners will find it very useful to learn object technology. The downside is that instead of focusing on just one topic, it tries to cover too many things like GUI development and other things. That's why I gave it a four star.
I really liked the association matrix method of finding associations between classes. Simple explanations such as Methodology = Tool + Process + Notation that is explained with pictures is really nice.
I was shocked to find some of the diagrams being drawn like those that you will find on an email discussion without formal usage of UML notation.
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Gold mine!!! Sunday, February 13, 2005
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.
Outstanding book for OOTuesday, October 26, 2004
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.
Well written, comprehensiveSunday, September 05, 2004
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.
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I learned a lotFriday, August 06, 2004
I really got a lot out of this book. I'm an old Basic and C programmer, trying to get my brain around OO and Java. I have several "Bible" type books that attempt to cover it all, but they all seem to have too much detail on components and such and not enough help connecting the dots. I was still baffled by how you approach a java project like the one I was working on. This book put it all together for me, and gave me a good foundation on which I'm currently adding other methodologies and frameworks.
I recently recommended it to a friend and, since the book is 4 years old, I figured I would find used copies fairly cheap (like less than $20). The Amazon price is still up around 60% of the cover, and used copies are only about $5 less than that! In a day when computer books seem to go obsolete in 6 months, I'd say this is one book that holds its value.
There are a lot of reviews that seem to recommend reading other books before this one. I guess it depends on the individual needs of the reader. Whenever you read it, I still recommend it. If you are struggling with just getting your Java program off the dime, this book gives you a good nudge!
If you're already familiar with Java, UML, development methodologies, etc. and are just looking for some new perspective, this book probably won't add much to your knowledge base.