Java Software Solutions (9th Edition)

Description

Empowers students to write useful object-oriented programs

Java Software Solutions establishes a strong foundation of programming techniques to foster well-designed object-oriented software. Heralded for its integration of small and large real-world examples the worldwide best-selling text emphasizes problem-solving and design skills and introduces students to the process of constructing high-quality software systems. The 9th Edition features a sweeping overhaul of Graphics Track coverage to fully embrace the JavaFX API. This fresh approach enriches programmers’ understandings of core object-oriented principles. The text uses a natural progression of concepts focusing on the use of objects before teaching how to write them equipping students with the knowledge and skill they need to design true object-oriented solutions.

Key Features

• An object-oriented approach teaches students to write good software in addition to programming skills
• A measured approach to objects teaches students how to use objects before teaching how to write them.
• Full coverage of the JavaFX approach featuring graphical shapes and controls including buttons text fields checkboxes radio buttons choice boxes colour pickers date pickers dialog boxes sliders and spinners.
• Java 8 method references and lambda expressions create an easy-to-understand approach to defining event handlers.
• A detailed explanation of JavaFX properties and property binding gives a closer look at the API’s ins and outs.