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Book Title
Head First Java
ISBN
0596004656
EAN
9780596004651
Release Title
Head First Java
Artist
Sierra, Kathy
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
O'reilly Media, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0596004656
ISBN-13
9780596004651
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2434943

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
656 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Head First Java : Your Brain on Java- a Learner's Guide
Publication Year
2003
Subject
Programming / General, Programming Languages / Java, Programming / Object Oriented
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Computers
Author
Kathy Sierra, Bert Bates
Series
Head First Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1.5 in
Item Weight
40.6 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2003-284332
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
005.13/3
Synopsis
Between Moore's law and the notion of "Internet time," we're constantly being bombarded with more and more information--most of it in the form of disorganized data. Turning this information into useful knowledge is getting harder and harder to do, and it takes time that we just don't have. The current economic situation hasn't helped either. With money spread thin, who hasn't had to take on new tasks and learn new things? And slashed training budgets mean there's little to rely on for learning except books- but learning a complex new programming language like Java from a book is no simple task. Maybe your boss is giving you two weeks to come up to speed for a project, or maybe you're ready to take that next step up in your current job, or be a more viable candidate for a "new" job. Whatever the reason, the onus is on you to learn. All these factors make it more important than ever to have a way to learn--"fast."And that's what "Head First Java" does -- by exploiting the way your brain works, it compresses the time it takes to really learn. Why? Because its unique approach not only shows you what you need to know about Java syntax, it enables and encourages you to think like a Java programmer. Mastering object oriented programming requires a certain way of thinking, not just a certain way of writing code.The latest research in cognitive science, neurobiology, and educational psychology shows that learning at the deeper levels takes a lot more than text on a page. Actively combining words and pictures not only helps in understanding the subject, but in remembering it. According to some studies, an engaging, entertaining, image-rich, conversational approach actually teaches the subject better. "Head First Java" puts these theories into practice with a vengeance. Chock full of mind stretching exercises, memorable analogies, and stories, humor and attitude that aren't just pasted-on distractions but that are used to drive home key points and make ideas come alive, the Head First approach is as effective as it is unique.It takes a pretty unique person to have developed such an innovative way to Learn Java. Kathy Sierra has been interested in learning theory since her days as a game designer. More recently, she's been a master trainer for Sun Microsystems, teaching Sun's own instructors how to teach the latest Java technologies. She has been actively using the concepts in "Head First Java" to teach hundreds of trainers, developers and even non programmers. She is the founder of one of the largest Java community websites in the world, javaranch.com, and she is a member of the development team for the Sun Certified programmer exam. Bert Bates is also a long-time Java developer and trainer with extensive experience in learning theory. His background features a long stint in artificial intelligence with clients like the Weather Channel, A&E Network, Rockwell and Timken.Is "Head First Java" right for you? That depends. "Head First Java" assumes you're a programmer or at least have experience with scripting languages. It assumes that you're smart, that you're creative and open to new ideas, and that you know you're just not the type of person who wants to learn the traditional way. Take a look at the sample pages, explore the background on brain-based learning, examine the table of contents, and see for yourself how "Head First Java" takes learning to a whole new level. See why Tim O'Reilly says, "This is the first really new approach to computer books that I've seen in many years. I think it's going to revolutionize how programming and other complex topics are taught."Table of Content:1) Dive In (a quick dip into Java)2) Welcome to Objectville (intro to OO)3) Know your Variables (understanding Java types: primitives, object references, pass-by-value)4) How objects behave (instance variables and methods)5) Extra-strength methods (writing more complex code)6) Using the Java Library (solving problems with the API)7) Better Living in Objec, "Head First Java" engages readers on many levels, bringing the latest learning theories and research together to create not just a book to read, but a multi-sensory learning experience.
LC Classification Number
QA76.73.J38

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