Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies 3rd Edition by Barry A. Burd (PDF)

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One of the most popular beginning programming books, now fully updatedJava is a popular language for beginning programmers, and earlier editions of this fun and friendly guide have helped thousands get started. Now fully revised to cover recent updates for Java 7.0, Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 3rd Edition is certain to put more first-time programmers and Java beginners on the road to Java mastery.Explores what goes into creating a program, putting the pieces together, dealing with standard programming challenges, debugging, and making the program workOffers new options for tools and techniques used in Java developmentProvides valuable information and examples for the would-be programmer with no Java experienceAll examples are updated to reflect the latest changes in Java 7.0Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 3rd Edition offers an easy-to-understand introduction to programming through the popular, versatile Java 7.0 language.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Back Cover Learn Java programming the easy way and make your computer do your biddingIf you want to start writing computer programs, you’ve come to the right book. Here’s a straightforward approach to learning Java, the object-oriented programming language that works on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. Even if you’ve never written a line of code, this friendly guide will have you ordering your computer about in no time!Start here — if you’re a complete novice, discover what programming is all about and prepare your computer for writing and testing programsBuilding blocks — learn the elements of a Java program, how to represent data, and how to get new values from existing onesGo with the flow — take your programs to the next level and deal with larger amounts of informationOne bite at a time — see how to solve more complex programming problems by using program units and ready-made codeGo graphical — discover how to program windows, buttons, and other graphical itemsVisit the companion website at www.dummies.com/go/beginningprogrammingwithjavafd to find all the code samples used in this book, updated for Java 7.Open the book and find:Why Java is such a cool languageWhen to use variables, values, and typesWhat you need to know about keywords, identifiers, and literalsHow to create loops within loopsWhy you need EclipseHow to flick a virtual switchTips on using Boolean variablesWhat you can do with arrays About the Author Dr. Barry Burd has an M.S. in Computer Science from Rutgers University and a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Illinois. As a teaching assistant in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, he was elected five times to the universitywide List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by their Students.Since 1980, Dr. Burd has been a professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. When he’s not lecturing at Drew University, Dr. Burd leads training courses for professional programmers in business and industry. He has lectured at conferences in the United States, Europe, Australia, and Asia. He is the author of several articles and books, including Java For Dummies and Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies, both published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.Barry Burd, PhD, is a professor of mathematics and computer science at Drew University. He frequently contributes to various online technology resources, including JavaBoutique.com, and is the author of Ruby on Rails For Dummies and the previous editions of this book

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⭐Like another reviewer, I purchased this before I took an actual Computer Science 1 with Java class. This book is actually better at teaching Java than my teacher is. The structure and format is great and it’s very entry level oriented. I would definitely recommend this for someone who is serious about getting into computer programming.

⭐This book was a god send. My programming instructor was terrible at explaining even the basics. I was at risk of failing my first semester of college. Thankfully, this book helped get me back on my feet with enough knowledge to not only pass my first semester with flying colors, but also get ahead of everyone else the next semester. I will definitely be buying another one of Burd’s books.It was a much easier read than any of the text books I had to purchase for school. Made learning a lot more fun.

⭐HiThis book does a decent job of describing Java syntax and how to use it. But it is written as if Java were a structured programming language and doesn’t address the ideas of classes until late in the book. I am using this book to teach my daughter Java and supplemented with a lot of OO concepts to give her a framework for understanding what she was doing.I also supplemented this with my own exercises as the exercises in the book were only fair.

⭐Very difficult for beginners and “dummies” as the title implies

⭐The first 10 pages which I read very quickly taught me in no time how the Computer understands directions. This was the hook that got me very interested in this book. If you have a Computer and want to learn Basic Java Programming I suggest that you read this book because it is very, very understandable for anyone who wants to learn (easily) the basic fundamentals regarding programming. You will find out for yourself what a joy it will be to learn how to create your very own Computer programs.

⭐This is a good book if you intend to use it correctly. It reads well and is definitely not too dry. The information is accurate and there is plenty of inspirational material from which we can delve further into the deepest darkest annals of programming through other sources. This book should be used as a weekend read to prep you for other more comprehensive sources in order to weaken the blow to your cranium. It ends with many questions(but not too many) that are answered through further study.

⭐Great source of information! Great for beginners!

⭐I bought this book for my husband. Computers are his department in our house. He likes to learning new things about computers. He tries many different operating systems, lots of different software, and uses multiple programming formats. He has other books from the “for dummies” line and he does like them. When he’s looking for information, this line of books is usually his first and favorite source.

⭐I will be studying Java and Android for the next 4 months, so I decided to get a book to try learn some basics beforehand.I had previously studied C and C++, but was still a bit shaky on programming in general. I found this book a bit easy for the most part, but it was a great refresher on basic concepts along with Java Specific Stuff. I will see in the coming months how I fare in college.My advice:- if you have never programmed before this book is perfect for you- if you have programmed before, maybe you would be better off with the Java For Dummies book,as this book may be a bit easy for you

⭐If, like me, you have an interest in getting to grips with Java but have no prior experience of the language, and/or little or no experience of programming generally, then this book offers a great place to start. It represents basic principles in a non-technical way, making good use of analogy to help the reader understand some of the more abstract concepts.I would therefore recommend this book to anyone starting out on the Java journey.I would however add that, towards the endof the book, the subjects become more complex and so the content become less and less comprehensive/helpful in terms of developing a full understanding. That’s ok though in my view, since it’s unrealistic to expect any one ‘technical’ book to offer all things to all levels of competency.Instead, the subjects towards the end should be viewed more as an introduction to ‘other stuff that Java can do’, to whet your appetite. Inevitably though further reading will be required to build a comprehensive understanding of these more complex areas.

⭐THESE BOOKS HAVE BEEN A STARTING POINT FOR MANY PEOPLE STARTING TO LEARN A NEW DISCIPLINE.I AM CONVINCED THAT A CLEAR AND CONCISE WAY TO LEARN IS A MUST NOT A CONDEMNATION OF I.Q.ALL OF US LEARN AND THINK IN BITE SIZED PACKETS OF INFO , AND BUILD UPON THAT FOUNDATION .THIS BOOK IS THE WAY ALL BOOKS AND EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENTS SHOULD BE (AND SELDOM ARE) TEACHING THEIR STUDENTS !SO, IT IF YOU WANT A GOOD FOUNDATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND A REFERENCE SOURCE BUY THIS BOOK OR ONE LIKE IT!

⭐This book is a fun read but sometimes concepts arent clear enough and would result in having to search it online. This book also focuses on the real basics of Java.

⭐Covers the first waystage competently and engagingly. Too chatty for me.

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