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Schitzoboy
Maniac (V) Inmate

From: Yes
Insane since: Feb 2001

posted posted 01-12-2005 00:02

I'm taking intro to OOP (object oriented programming) and I'm gonna need to learn java. We're gonna do a quick howto next class, but I'd like to get a head start. Any good Java tutorials? I couldn't find any in the FAQ

TwoD
Nervous Wreck (II) Inmate

From: Sweden
Insane since: Aug 2004

posted posted 01-12-2005 15:45

I'm currently learning Java myself.
I found knowing JavaScript pretty good helped me a lot. But it takes time to get used to importing classes for all objects you use..
Try visiting java.sun.com and download the latest Java Development kit and the documentations.
I also higly recommend using Eclipse, it´s got a built-in compiler and it helps you track down bugs, it even has a dynamic "error-fix-suggestor" which gives you a number of solutions for errors discoverd when saving the .java file. (It automatically compiles your files on saving)

/TwoD

WarMage
Maniac (V) Mad Scientist

From: Rochester, New York, USA
Insane since: May 2000

posted posted 01-12-2005 16:18

I am going to disagree. When you start with Java, start with a notepad like application. You can try Scite. It does have syntax highlighting, that is what I use.

The reason not to use and IDE is that you will get confused by the complexity and it will end up hurting your learning because you will be a little further away from the code.

Java is pretty similar to all of the other structured languages. If you really want to learn try Thinking in Java. It is a free online book. It should take you through the whole process. If you have questions come back here and ask them.

Good luck

Dan @ Code Town

Tyberius Prime
Paranoid (IV) Mad Scientist with Finglongers

From: Germany
Insane since: Sep 2001

posted posted 01-12-2005 16:34

whatever you find, please add it to the faq.
Sorry I can't help,
TP

Rinswind 2th
Maniac (V) Inmate

From: Den Haag: The Royal Residence
Insane since: Jul 2000

posted posted 01-14-2005 19:45

Bruce Eckel's Thinking in Java, 3rd Edition -->Really good book
Java --> A good start for java related stuff.
Sun's Java pages --> take a look at the documentation



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(Edited by Rinswind 2th on 01-14-2005 19:57)

bitdamaged
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From: 100101010011 <-- right about here
Insane since: Mar 2000

posted posted 01-14-2005 21:22

I'd recommend Sun's Java Tutorial Try the "First Cup of Java" course.


I agree with Warmage, while Eclipse is great, it adds a level of complexity at this stage which may be too much. Get used to handling java from the command line first before switching to an IDE.



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