Introduction to Programming Using Java builds a solid foundation in programming by discussing objects right from the start.

This approach provides a pedagogical introduction to concepts such as object, class, and message as early as Chapter One.

Throughout the text a strong emphasis is placed on the software development process. Graphical User Interface (GUI) Supplements and Java Interludes, two running features included in each chapter, reinforce and enhance core concepts.

NEW TO THE SECOND EDITION:

Conditionals and primitive data types are introduced earlier in the text to provide richer and more meaningful examples.

Coverage of class definitions is substantially expanded to provide a more thorough introduction.

Three new chapters provide more in-depth coverage of topics such as design, method invocation, and testing.

End-of-chapter GUI Supplements illustrate applications of each chapter\'s concepts in the context of designing applets. All code is updated to Java 1.4.