Think Java

Think Java is a practical introduction to computer science and programming that is used by many universities and schools worldwide. Its brevity, focus on vocabulary, and informal tone make it particularly appealing to readers with little or no experience. The book starts with the most fundamental programming concepts and gradually progresses to advanced object-oriented techniques. In this fully updated and expanded edition, authors Allen Downey and Chris Mayfield introduce programming as a means to solve interesting problems. Each chapter provides material for one week of a college course and includes exercises to reinforce the learned concepts. Along the way, nearly all topics required for the AP Computer Science A exam and the Java SE Programmer I certification are covered.