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Java For Dummies, 8th Edition
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Java For Dummies, 8th Edition

by Barry Burd
April 2022
Beginner
512 pages
11h 32m
English
For Dummies

Overview

Learn to write practical, reusable code with the straightforward tutorials and tips in the newest edition of this For Dummies bestseller 

Do you speak Java? No, we’re not talking about your morning cup ‘o joe. We mean the world’s most popular programming language that runs on almost any computer! 

If you’re looking to get started—or up your game—with Java, then Java For Dummies is the guide you need. In this book, you’ll: 

  • Take control of your program flow 
  • Program with classes, objects, and methods
  • Use Java's functional programming features
  • Explore Java 17, the latest long-term support release 

This up-to-date handbook covers the latest developments in Java, including the new ‘switch’ statement syntax. So, if you’re ready to dive into one of the most practical (and coolest!) programming languages around, it’s time you picked up Java For Dummies. 

 

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