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Message from Dean - May 8th 2007
I am currently testing out a new version of the APF Bridge Component - If you notice any errors within this demo store please drop me a line.
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 005.2762
EAN: 9780070495432
Edition: 5th
ISBN: 0070495432
Label: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 1184
Publication Date: August 13, 2002
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Studio: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
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This book is the most complete and up-to-date resource on Java from programming guru, Herb Schildt -- a must-have desk reference for every Java programmer.
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Rating:  -
This book is littered with errors and inconsistencies.
More than once the author shows a complete lack of understanding of the most basic design principles of the Java language and platform, like when he asserts that Java parameter passing uses pass by reference (it doesn't, ever, as is clearly stated in the language specification).
Not recommended, except maybe if you need a sturdy doorstop or some decent kindling for your fireplace.
Rating:  -
If you are a JAVA beginner you MUST have this book. It's an excellent reference book and even today (after so many years in the Java industry I still consult with this book)
I have read numerable books in the area and this one really rocks (again, beginners only).
It takes the reader step by step (and with gloves made of silk) and explains the concept of OOP with great and useful examples.
I liked the chapter on the multithreading since it was illustrated with excellent examples.
--dgz
JHexagon
Rating:  -
This is one of the better books on J2SE 1.4. In fact, I had first started reading Core Java 2 book but it was very confusing. Mr.Schildt has really arranged the topics well.
The only drawback is that there are no excercises for the initial chapters on Java programming. A few such problems would go a long way in helping readers get really comfortable with the different aspects of Java and OOPs
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The best way to learn a new programming language is to churn a lot of code and get familiar with the language semantics and richness. Mr. Schildt follows the same teaching paradigm and initiates a novice in the world of OOPs programming using Java.
The book is of course not suitable for a person who has some background in Java. The book definitely targets the uninitiated in the OOPs concept and builds up considerably upon the concepts gradually. Some pros about the book:
* The book covers the language basics very neatly.
* Numerous examples make the comprehension better.
* Chapter on 'Multithreading' and 'Exceptions' are well written and neatly illustrated with working examples.
* Treatment of Java Event Delegation Model is one of the best among all the available texts.
Some cons for the same:
* Less focus on Swing and more on AWT.
* Very little coverage of important topics like 'RMI' and 'Serialisation'.
* Poor treatment ... Read More
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Not the right place to start off learning the language but definetely a must have for serious Java programmers.
The only reason I give it a four is because of its bad paper quality and non-colored presentation.
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