April 2027
Beginner
338 pages
9h 2m
English
Overview
Java continues to be one of the world's most widely used programming languages, making it a skill developers rely on to build cross-platform applications and keep pace with modern software development. Ideal for working programmers who are new to Java, this best-selling guide introduces the language's core features, APIs, programming techniques, and idioms through fun, realistic examples that focus on building real applications.
In this updated seventh edition, you'll learn the latest Java features through Java 27, along with expanded coverage of file and network I/O, functional programming, and threads. You'll also discover how to use generative AI coding models effectively as part of your Java development workflow, while building a strong foundation in Java that you can apply to projects right away.
- Learn the structure of the Java language and Java applications
- Write, compile, and execute Java applications
- Understand Java threading, concurrency, and functional programming
- Work with local files, network resources, and online content
- Keep up with Java as the language evolves
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