An Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Book excerpt: This book emphasises the process of programming, which involves teaching students how to develop correct, efficient, well-structured and stylish programs. This edition has been overhauled to teach objects early and aggressively. In order to enhance this approach, the authors have developed their own library of classes that they provide with the book, called CSLib. GUI-based applications are taught at the beginning of the book and applets and the AWT are introduced later. One of the unique aspects of the text is the appropriate positioning of information on debugging. There are also teaching aids such as warning signs, a wide range of exercises and quick review exercises throughout the chapters.