Big java for everyone (paperback) Late Objects

Big Java: Late Objects is a comprehensive introduction to Java and computer programming, which focuses on the principles of programming, software engineering, and effective learning. It is designed for a two–semester first course in programming for computer science students. Using an innovative visual design that leads readers step–by–step through intricacies of Java programming, Big Java: Late Objects instills confidence in beginning programmers and confidence leads to success.

1. Introduction

1.1 Computer Programs

1.2 The Anatomy of a Computer

1.3 The Java Programming Language

1.4 Becoming Familiar with Your Programming Environment

1.5 Analyzing Your First Program

1.6 Errors

1.7 Problem Solving: Algorithm Design

2. Fundamental Data Types

2.1 Variables

2.2 Arithmetic

2.3 Input and Output

2.4 Problem Solving: First Do it By Hand

2.6 Strings

3. Decisions

3.1 The if Statement

3.2 Comparing Numbers and Strings

3.3 Multiple Alternatives

3.4 Nested Branches

3.5 Problem Solving: Flowcharts

3.6 Problem Solving: Test Cases

3.7 Boolean Variables and Operators

3.8 Application: Input Validation

4. Loops

4.1 The while Loop

4.2 Problem Solving: Hand-Tracing

4.3 The for Loop

4.4 The do Loop

4.5 Application: Processing Sentinel Values

4.6 Problem Solving: Storyboards

4.7 Common Loop Algorithms

4.8 Nested Loops

4.9 Application: Random Numbers and Simulations

5. Methods

5.1 Methods as Black Boxes

5.2 Implementing Methods

5.3 Parameter Passing

5.4 Return Values

5.5 Methods Without Return Values

5.6 Problem Solving: Reusable Methods

5.7 Problem Solving: Stepwise Refinement

5.8 Variable Scope

5.9 Recursive Methods (Optional)

6. Arrays and Array Lists

6.1 Arrays

6.2 The Enhanced for Loop

6.3 Common Array Algorithms

6.4 Using Arrays with Methods

6.5 Problem Solving: Adapting Algorithms

6.6 Problem Solving: Discovering Algorithms by
Manipulating Physical Objects

6.7 Two-Dimensional Arrays

6.8 Array Lists

7. Input/Output and Exception Handling

7.1 Reading and Writing Text Files

7.2 Text Input and Output

7.3 Command Line Arguments

7.4 Exception Handling

7.5 Application:...