A curated list of books to help you master Java, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Each book includes a brief description and cover to help you decide which is best for your needs.
Head First Java is an interactive and engaging introduction to Java programming. Using a brain-friendly approach, the book focuses on teaching fundamental concepts through visually rich pages, puzzles, and real-world scenarios. It's ideal for beginners looking to grasp object-oriented programming and Java basics in a fun, approachable way.
A comprehensive guide for learning Java programming from scratch. It’s detailed and covers almost everything you need to know about Java, making it a good reference for beginners and professionals alike.
Since this Jolt-award winning classic was last updated in 2008, the Java programming environment has changed dramatically. Java 7 and Java 8 introduced new features and functions including, forEach() method in Iterable interface, default and static methods in Interfaces, Functional Interfaces and Lambda Expressions, Java Stream API for Bulk Data Operations on Collections, Java Time API, Collection API improvements, Concurrency API improvements, and Java IO improvements.
If you're interested in mastering Java concurrency, this is a must-read. The book covers everything from threading basics to advanced concurrency concepts, making it ideal for seasoned developers.
2. Modern Java in Action: Lambdas, streams, functional and reactive programming by Alan Mycroft, Mario Fusco, and Raoul-Gabriel Urma
Modern Java in Action connects new features of the Java language with their practical applications. Using crystal-clear examples and careful attention to detail, this book respects your time. It will help you expand your existing knowledge of core Java as you master modern additions like the Streams API and the Java Module System, explore new approaches to concurrency, and learn how functional concepts can help you write code that's easier to read and maintain.
Think Java is a hands-on introduction to computer science and programming used by many universities and high schools around the world. Its conciseness, emphasis on vocabulary, and informal tone make it particularly appealing for readers with little or no experience. The book starts with the most basic programming concepts and gradually works its way to advanced object-oriented techniques.
In this fully updated and expanded edition, authors Allen Downey and Chris Mayfield introduce programming as a means for solving interesting problems. Each chapter presents material for one week of a college course and includes exercises to help you practice what you've learned. Along the way, you'll see nearly every topic required for the AP Computer Science A exam and Java SE Programmer I certification.
1. Design Patterns: Elements of Reusable Object-Oriented Software by Erich Gamma, Richard Helm, Ralph Johnson, and John Vlissides
Though not Java-specific, this classic book is crucial for Java developers interested in design patterns and object-oriented programming best practices.
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