With this book, you will dive into Java and object-oriented programming without any prior knowledge. Step by step, you will become familiar with the language and its concepts. You will learn to think in algorithms and skillfully utilize Java as well as the many tools of your platform. Always practical and with an awareness of potential comprehension hurdles: even professional topics such as test coverage, multithreading, and servlet development are presented in a way that is accessible for beginners. Ultimately, you will write modern code that supports complex software. Ideal for training, study, and professional development!

Content includes:

Setting up and getting to know the development environment
Clearly presented fundamental concepts
Thorough understanding of language features
Implementing new features
Unit tests and test-driven design
Connecting to databases
Getting started with servlet technology
Using events and programming asynchronously
Developing GUIs
Writing good code
Working with files and streams
Getting into Android app development.