Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies
Learn Java programming the easy way and make your computer do your biddingIf you want to start writing computer programs, you've come to the right book. Here's a straightforward approach to learning Java, the object-oriented programming language that works on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. Even if you've never written a line of code, this friendly guide will have you ordering your computer about in no time!Start here — if you're a complete novice, discover what programming is all about and prepare your computer for writing and testing programsBuilding blocks — learn the elements of a Java program, how to represent data, and how to get new values from existing onesGo with the flow — take your programs to the next level and deal with larger amounts of informationOne bite at a time — see how to solve more complex programming problems by using program units and ready-made codeGo graphical — discover how to program windows, buttons, and other graphical itemsVisit the companion website at www.dummies.com/go/beginningprogrammingwithjavafd to find all the code samples used in this book, updated for Java 7.Open the book and find:Why Java is such a cool languageWhen to use variables, values, and typesWhat you need to know about keywords, identifiers, and literalsHow to create loops within loopsWhy you need EclipseHow to flick a virtual switchTips on using Boolean variablesWhat you can do with arrays