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Java for Dummies - 9th Edition by Barry Burd (Paperback)

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  • Learn to code with Java and open the gate to a rewarding career Now in its 9th edition, Java For Dummies gives you the essential tools you need to understand the programming language that 17 million software developers rely on.
  • About the Author: Dr. Barry Burd is a professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Drew University in Madison, NJ.
  • 496 Pages
  • Computers + Internet,

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About the Book



"Create your own Java programs - diagnose and solve coding errors - organize data with objects and classes"--Cover.



Book Synopsis



Learn to code with Java and open the gate to a rewarding career

Now in its 9th edition, Java For Dummies gives you the essential tools you need to understand the programming language that 17 million software developers rely on. This beginner-friendly guide simplifies every step of the learning process. You'll learn the basics of Java and jump into writing your own programs. Along the way, you'll gain the skills you need to reuse existing code, create new objects, troubleshoot when things go wrong, and build working programs from the ground up. Java For Dummies will help you become a Java developer, even if you're brand new to the world of coding.

  • Learn the basic syntax and building blocks of Java
  • Begin to write your own programs in the latest Java version
  • Test out your code and problem-solve any errors you find
  • Discover techniques for writing code faster

This is the must-have Dummies resource for beginning programmers and students who need a step-by-step guide to getting started with Java. You'll also love this book if you're a seasoned programmer adding another language to your repertoire.



From the Back Cover



Learn Java(R) code the easy way

Java is a popular programming language because it's both secure and powerful. Join the growing community of Java enthusiasts with Java For Dummies. Even if you have no experience, this book will teach you how software is built and get you coding. Learn about object-oriented programming, functional programming, and all the techniques you'll need to make your programs go--and troubleshoot when they don't. By the end, you'll be able to start coding with the best of them.

Inside...

  • Grasping software development basics
  • Working with objects
  • Reusing existing code
  • Using arrays and collections
  • Troubleshooting problem code
  • Using code to access data on your hard drive
  • Tackling GUIs with Java's help
  • Starting a new software career



About the Author



Dr. Barry Burd is a professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Drew University in Madison, NJ. He's a co-leader of the Garden State Java User Group and New York JavaSIG. In 2020, he was honored to be named a Java Champion. He's the author of Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies and Flutter For Dummies.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.12 Inches (H) x 7.37 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.44 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 496
Genre: Computers + Internet
Publisher: For Dummies
Theme: Java
Format: Paperback
Author: Barry Burd
Language: English
Street Date: January 29, 2025
TCIN: 93274676
UPC: 9781394289240
Item Number (DPCI): 247-02-8576
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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