Java: An Introduction to Computer Science and Programming - Softcover

Savitch, Walter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0132874261 ISBN 13: 9780132874267

Publisher: Pearson, 1998

Synopsis

For Introductory Computer Science Programming courses using Java (CSI with Java).

Best-selling author, Walter Savitch, uses a conversational style to teach programmers problem solving and programming techniques with Java. Readers are introduced to object-oriented programming and important computer science concepts such as top-down design, debugging, style, and abstract data types. The Java coverage is a concise, accessible introduction that covers key language features. Thorough early coverage of objects is included, with an emphasis on applications over applets. Prof. Savitch includes a highly flexible format that allows instructors and readers to adapt coverage of topics to their order of preference. This text assumes no previous programming experience.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

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Best-selling author, Walter Savitch, uses a conversational style to teach programmers problem solving and programming techniques with Java. Readers are introduced to object-oriented programming and important computer science concepts such as top-down design, debugging, style, and abstract data types. The Java coverage is a concise, accessible introduction that covers key language features. Thorough early coverage of objects is included, with an emphasis on applications over applets.

Professor Savitch includes a highly flexible format that allows instructors and readers to adapt coverage of topics to their order of preference. This text assumes no previous programming experience.

Other Key Features

• Complete explanations of Java language features are included with sample code and entire programs.
• Summary Boxes that summarize key Java features and problem solving techniques provide quick review of chapter material.
• Programming Tips explain good programming practices, while Gotcha sections identify common programming problems and pitfalls.
• The AWT is used to teach how to design portable GUIs and produce professional windowing interfaces. In the process, readers learn event-driven programming and object-oriented programming.
• The Java material was tested using Sun Microsystem's Java JDK version 1.1 and is consistent with changes scheduled for version 1.2.
• Self-Test Questions with answers follow important topics so users can check their level of understanding.
• Engaging Case Studies expose readers to real-life applications.
• The book's CD-ROM includes all the programs and classes, a student version of Code Warrior, and an integrated development environment for Windows 95/NT and Macintosh.
• The Companion Web Site includes an Online Student Study Guide and program code.

About the Author:

Walter Savitch has authored numerous best-selling programming books on Java, Pascal, Ada, C++, CS1, and CS2. He enjoys wide acclaim for his flexible and easy to understand writing style. Savitch is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of California at San Diego.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0132874261
• ISBN 13: 9780132874267
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 726