Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 5th Edition

Learn to speak the Java language like the pros

Are you new to programming and have decided that Java is your language of choice? Are you a wanna-be programmer looking to learn the hottest lingo around? Look no further! Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 5th Edition is the easy-to-follow guide you'll want to keep in your back pocket as you work your way toward Java mastery! In plain English, it quickly and easily shows you what goes into creating a program, how to put the pieces together, ways to deal with standard programming challenges, and so much more.

Whether you're just tooling around or embarking on a career, this is the ideal resource you'll turn to again and again as you perfect your understanding of the nuances of this popular programming language. Packed with tons of step-by-step instruction, this is the only guide you need to start programming with Java like a pro.

• Updated for Java 9, learn the language with samples and the Java toolkit
• Familiarize yourself with decisions, conditions, statements, and information overload
• Differentiate between loops and arrays, objects and classes, methods, and variables
• Find links to additional resources

Once you discover the joys of Java programming, you might just find you're hooked. Sound like fun? Here's the place to start.