Ivor Horton's Beginning Java Java 7 Edition

Find out why thousands have turned to Ivor Horton for learning Java

Ivor Horton's approach is teaching Java is so effective and popular that he is one of the leading authors of introductory programming tutorials, with over 160,000 copies of his Java books sold. In this latest edition, whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer switching to Java, you'll learn how to build real-world Java applications using Java SE 7. The author thoroughly covers the basics as well as new features such as extensions and classes; extended coverage of the Swing Application Framework; and he does it all in his unique, highly accessible style that beginners love.
* Provides a thorough introduction to the latest version of the Java programming language, Java SE 7
* Introduces you to a host of new features for both novices and experienced programmers
* Covers the basics as well as new language extensions and classes and class methods
* Guides you through the Swing Application Framework for creating Swing apps
* Uses numerous step-by-step programming examples to guide you through the development process

There's no better way to get thoroughly up to speed on the latest version of Java than with Ivor Horton's latest, comprehensive guide.

This book is a comprehensive introduction to the Java programming language, updated thoroughly (more than 30% new and updated) for the latest release, Java SE 7.  This book shows readers how to build real-world Java applications using the latest release.   No previous programming experience is required. The author uses numerous step-by-step programming examples to guide readers through the ins and outs of Java development.  His tutorial approach has proved popular with more than 160,000 readers of the previous editions of this book---they look to Ivor Horton for the most thorough and accessible introduction to the Java language.  In addition to fully covering new features of Java 7, including new Java extensions, classes, and class methods,  Horton will also add at least one new chapter on the Swing Application Framework.

Find out why thousands have turned to Ivor Horton for learning Java Ivor Horton's approach is teaching Java is so effective and popular that he is one of the leading authors of introductory programming tutorials, with over 160,000 copies of his Java books sold. In this latest edition, whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer switching to Java, you'll learn how to build real-world Java applications using Java SE 7. The author thoroughly covers the basics as well as new features such as extensions and classes; extended coverage of the Swing Application Framework; and he does it all in his unique, highly accessible style that beginners love. Provides a thorough introduction to the latest version of the Java programming language, Java SE 7 Introduces you to a host of new features for both novices and experienced programmers Covers the basics as well as new language extensions and classes and class methods Guides you through the Swing Application Framework for creating Swing apps Uses numerous step-by-step programming examples to guide you through the development process There's no better way to get thoroughly up to speed on the latest version of Java than with Ivor Horton's latest, comprehensive guide.