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Objects First with Java: A Practical Introduction Using BlueJ, Global Edition Paperback – 24 June 2016
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A Modern Approach to Functional Programming
Objects First with Java: A Practical Introduction is an introduction to object-oriented programming for beginners. The main focus of the book is general object-oriented and programming concepts from a software engineering perspective.
The first chapters are written for students with no programming experience with later chapters being more suitable for advanced or professional programmers. The Java programming language and BlueJ - the Java development environment - are the two tools used throughout the book.
BlueJ's clear visualisation of classes and objects means that students can immediately appreciate the differences between them and gain a much better understanding of the nature of an object than they would from simply reading source code. Unlike traditional textbooks, the chapters are not ordered by language features but by software development concepts.
This edition goes beyond just adding the new language constructs of Java 8. The book's exploration of this new language demonstrates a renaissance of functional ideas in modern programming. While functional programming isn't new in principle, it's seen a boost in popularity based on the current computer hardware available and the changing nature of projects programmers wish to tackle. Functional language constructs make it possible to efficiently automate currency, make use of multiple cores without much effort on the side of the programmer, are both more elegant and readable, and offer great potential in solving the issue of parallel hardware. Functional programming has become an essential part of the field, and Objects First with Java gives students a basic understanding of an area they'll need to master in order to succeed in the future.
- ISBN-101292159049
- ISBN-13978-1292159041
- Edition6th
- PublisherPearson
- Publication date24 June 2016
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions17.8 x 3.96 x 23.2 cm
- Print length664 pages
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David J. Barnes is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Kent, in Canterbury, England, and mainly teaches introductory, object-oriented Programming at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
In addition to computing education and his rich, practical experience in a wide range of programming languages, his main research also includes the area of Software Engineering.
Michael Kölling is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at King's College London, UK. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Sydney University and has worked in Australia, Denmark, and the UK.
He is the lead developer of BlueJ and Greenfoot, two educational programming environments, and his research areas of interest include object-oriented systems, programming languages, software tools, and computing education.
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- Publisher : Pearson
- Publication date : 24 June 2016
- Edition : 6th
- Language : English
- Print length : 664 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1292159049
- ISBN-13 : 978-1292159041
- Item weight : 1 kg
- Dimensions : 17.8 x 3.96 x 23.2 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 1,197,781 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Michael Kölling is a Professor at the Department of Informatics at King’s College London, UK. He holds a PhD in computer science from Sydney University, and has worked in Australia, Denmark and the UK. Michael’s research interests are in the areas of object-oriented systems, programming languages, software tools, computing education and HCI. He has published numerous papers on object-orientation and computing education topics and is the author and co-author of two Java textbooks. Michael is the lead developer of BlueJ and Greenfoot, two educational programming environments. He is a UK National Teaching Fellow, Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, Oracle Java Champion, and a Distinguished Educator of the ACM. In 2013, he received the ACM SIGCSE Award for Outstanding Contribution to Computer Science Education. Michael is a founding member of 'Computing At School', a UK organisation furthering computing teaching at school level.
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- Paul CReviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 June 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Then coupled with this book I find BlueJ to be a really useful tool. The book has clear and precisely targeted ...
Verified PurchaseI always thought of BlueJ as a nasty necessity of my course work. Since then I have discovered Version 4.x. Then coupled with this book I find BlueJ to be a really useful tool.
The book has clear and precisely targeted chapters that run you through object orientated programming with BlueJ. You will have a small conversation to say Eclipse or Netbeans, however, this book really made me appreciate the power of BlueJ. It readable, it's in a compact form that packs so much in a smallish form factor, easy to travel with. Barnes & Kollig make a good addition to any student's collection. However, I would advise the student to use this book before the course work starts. The diagrams and project based work really helped me prepare for the actual course work, the goals of which were to teach the fundamentals of OOB.
Worth every penny..Paul C
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SachmetReviewed in Germany on 28 February 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr gut
Verified PurchaseIch habe das Buch als Lektüre von meinem Professor empfohlen bekommen. Die Struktur der Kapitel ist sehr sinnvoll gewählt und mit dem zum Buch gehörenden Übungsprojekt und den Übungsaufgaben war es gut möglich den Stoff zu verstehen auch wenn man mal die Vorlesung verpasst hat.
Besonders die Randbemerkungen, in denen Fachbegriffe erklärt werden, war für die Prüfungsvorbereitung hilfreich.
- ninewest57thReviewed in the United States on 20 January 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Verified PurchaseClearly the one of negative reviewers did not get this version of the book. The kindle version is not available for the 6th edition, which is the one that should be reviewed here.
As for the price of the book, mentioned by the other negative reviewer, I agree it is a bit high; but it is worth it. Most good java college class learning books (ie books by Horstmann or the Deitels) cost around this much.
As for this book, it is excellent! It uses BlueJ extensively and really gives a new programmer a solid background in OOP. I highly recommend it!
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Camilla ConteReviewed in Italy on 4 November 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners!
Verified PurchaseSchematico, completo, a ogni capitolo corrispondono esercizi mirati molto utili per comprendere meglio i concetti e ricordarli.
Davvero consigliato!