Product Description

As the worldwide best seller for introductory programming using the Java™ programming language, Java Software Solutions is the premiere model of text that teaches a foundation of programming techniques to foster well-designed object-oriented software. Heralded for its integration of small and large realistic examples, the authors’ emphasize building solid problem-solving and design skills.

The Sixth Edition introduces improvements that make the text a better teaching and learning tool. Revolutionary Video Notes featuring author John Lewis work in conjunction with the text to visually explain challenging topics and in-text Programming Projects. New vignettes explaining real-world software failures emphasize why good design is important, and novel section-level exercises let students check their comprehension before moving on.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #188907 in Books
• Published on: 2008-04-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 832 pages

From the Back Cover

Java Software Solutions is the premier text for teaching beginning programmers how to design and implement high-quality software using Java. Instructors trust the book's focus on developing high-quality software using Java. Instructors trust the book's focus on developing problem-solving and design skills alongside solid programming techniques. Students appreciate its clear writing and wealth of realistic programming examples. The Sixth Edition introduces improvements that make this book an even more useful teaching and learning tool.

KEY FEATURES

• A measured approach to objects teaches students first how to use objects and then how to write them.
• Fully implemented examples demonstrate specific concepts -- small, readily understandable examples are intertwined with larger, more realistic ones.
• An optional Graphics Track covers graphics and GUIs at the end of each chapter, allowing for flexibility of coverage.
• Extensive review and practice features include end-of-chapter questions, exercises, projects, and new end-of-section exercises.
• NEW! Software Failure vignettes discuss real-world flaws in software design, encouraging students to adopt sound design practices from the beginning.
• The text is completely compatible with Java 6.0.
• NEW! Video Notes, presented by the author, explain topics visually in an easy-to-follow format, giving students the extra help they need to grasp important concepts. Each chapter has multiple Video Notes that walk students through examples and problem solutions. Conveniently accessible on www.aw.com/lewis or CD-ROM (available separately).

myCodeMate is a Web-based, textbook-specific homework tool and programming resource for an introduction to programming course. It provides a wide range of tools that students can use to help them learn programming concepts, prepare for tests, and earn better grades in the introductory programming course. Students can work on programming problems from this text or homework problems created by their professors and receive guided hints with page references and English explanations of compiler errors. Instructors can assign textbook-specific or self-created homeowrk problems, preset style attributes, view students' code and class compiler error logs, and track homework completion. A complimentary subscription is offered when an access code is ordered packaged with a new copy of this text. Subscriptions may also be purchased online. For more information visit www.mycodemate.com.

About the Author
John Lewis is the co-author of several Java™ programming language textbooks: Java Software Solutions, Java Software Structures,Java Foundations, and Programming with Alice and Java. He received his BS, MS, and PhD degrees from Virginia Tech.

Customer Reviews

Easiest Java book
When I first saw this book, I was surprised by how easy it looks. The first chapter gives a very simple introduction to computers and computing. Later chapters introduce Java programming at a very gentle pace, so the book is obviously aimed at the complete beginner. Even so, If you were to work your way through the book, you could learn the most important features of Java and start programming right away.

I bought this book, because it has been a while since I programmed in Java and desperately needed a newer book, as the Java language changes very rapidly. Keyboard input use to be a painful experience in Java and in many books first appears near the end of the book. This book uses the scanner class which is much easier to use than any of the methods that I was familar with. It was for newer features of the language and the fact that it was simple that attracted me to it.

As far as I can tell, this book is suitable for a first year at University for those studying Computer Science or similar courses. In fact I have investigated on the web and found that a number of UK universities use this text. It could also, in my opinion be used for a foundation year at University.

Unlike many introductory books it does not tell you how to compile and run your programs. What it does provide you with is a CD with a number of Java IDEs and examples from the book. I have never before used a Java IDE, only being familiar with compiling at a DOS prompt. One of the IDEs I can recommend that is on the CD, but you can also download is jGRASP. This is by far the easiest to use. I didn't even need to use the manual to work out how to use it.

In conclusion, this is a nice simple well-written book. It is perfect for those starting the language. It is also very useful for those that need a refresher course.

Good book, albeit a little on the basic side
I purchased this book because it was a core text required for Uni. 90% of what is in this book is material I had already covered in previous Java programming courses. If you have a good foundation in Java programming, this book might be a little basic. Otherwise if you are new to programming in general this book will be a safe bet to get started in Java.