Java in Easy Steps - (In Easy Steps) 7th Edition by Mike McGrath (Paperback)

This book is a comprehensive guide for beginners who want to learn Java programming.

It covers all major features of the language, including how to run statements in an interactive shell, compile programs with the javac compiler, create interactive Windows apps, and develop mobile device apps using Java functionality within the Android operating system.

The book assumes no previous knowledge of any programming language and takes the reader through each chapter, building their understanding of Java.

By the end of the book, readers will have gained a sound understanding of the Java language and be able to write and compile their own programs into executable files that can run on any Java-enabled device.

This edition covers exciting new features such as running statements in the jshell interactive shell, making programs with the javac compiler, producing interactive Windows apps that can be easily distributed as jar program bundles, and creating mobile device apps using Java functionality within the Android operating system.

With complete example programs and colorized code illustrating each important aspect of Java programming, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to learn Java.