This book is for anyone who wants to dive deep into Java programming. However, no prior programming knowledge is required. First, learn how to install the Java Development Kit and what Java elements exist. Then, familiarize yourself with methods and object-oriented programming. Throw exceptions, collect data elements in flexible arrays, and program windows, mice, and graphics. Notice anything? Before you know it, you’ve become a pro. Data storage, database access, and handling XML files, as well as parallel processing with threads and network programming, are no longer obstacles. Programming is primarily learned by doing: that’s why there are exercises included. The solutions and all code examples from the book are available for download.