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1. Programming Logic For Beginners

A practical introduction to programming with JavaBeginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 4th Edition is a comprehensive guide to learning one of the most popular programming languages worldwide. This book covers basic development concepts and techniques through a Java lens. You'll learn what goes into a program, how to put the pieces together, how to deal with challenges, and how to make it work.

The new Fourth Edition has been updated to align with Java 8, and includes new options for the latest tools and techniques.Java is the predominant language used to program Android and cloud apps, and its popularity is surging as app demand rises. Whether you're just tooling around, or embarking on a career, Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 4th Edition is a great place to start. Step-by-step instruction, easy-to-read language, and quick navigation make this book the perfect resource for new programmers.

You'll begin with the basics before moving into code, with simple, yet detailed explanations every step of the way. Topics include:Learn the language with sample programs and the Java toolkitFamiliarize yourself with decisions, conditions, statements, and information overloadDifferentiate between loops and arrays, objects and classes, methods and variablesThe book also contains links to additional resources, other programming languages, and guidance as to the most useful classes in the Java API. If you're new to programming languages, Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 4th Edition provides the instruction and practice you need to become a confident Java programmer. Learn to:Use basic development concepts and techniques with Java Debug Java programs and create useful code Work with files on your computer's hard drive Work with the latest features of Java 8 Fully updated to reflect the new features of Java 8!If you're a new programmer, or want to be, this unintimidating guide gets you on your way toward Java mastery. It explores what goes into creating a program, how to put the pieces together, debugging, and making it all work. Introduction 1Part I: Getting Started with Java Programming 9Chapter 1: Getting Started 11Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computer 23Chapter 3: Running Programs 53Part II: Writing Your Own Java Programs 75Chapter 4: Exploring the Parts of a Program 77Chapter 5: Composing a Program 97Chapter 6: Using the Building Blocks: Variables, Values, and Types 121Chapter 7: Numbers and Types 135Chapter 8: Numbers? Who Needs Numbers?

153Part III: Controlling the Flow 175Chapter 9: Forks in the Road 177Chapter 10: Which Way Did He Go?

Errata:. In Chapter 4, on Page 85, the second sentence of the TechnicalStuff paragraph should read: 'For example, in the United States, you write 1,234,567,890.55.'

The character before 55 should be a dot, not a comma. (Thanks to Bruce Fleming for catching this error.).

Programming Logic For Beginners

In Chapter 9, change '(The call to getLine waits for the user to type some stuff, and then press Enter.)' to '(The call to nextLine waits for the user to type some stuff, and then press Enter.)' Thanks to Eyal Sade for finding this typo. In Chapter 15, your download might be missing a hotelData file. You can get the file.