Written for the new or experienced Java developer seeking Sun programmer certification, Java 2 Exam Prep provides a concise and quite thorough review of the nuts and bolts of the Java programming language, along with an appealing mix of review questions and hands-on exercises.

The tour of the Java programming language provided in Java 2 Exam Prep naturally centers on the basics needed to complete certification. You'll get all the required details here, including everything from keywords, data types, and arrays to designing classes and using built-in APIs like AWT, Swing, and network classes.

But it's the review test questions that are probably the distinguishing feature of this book. Each chapter presents about 20 review questions. (Earlier sections generally have more, and later sections have a few less.) By the end of the book, any reader who carefully works through these problems will have a definite leg up on the certification exam. While other review books certainly provide sample Java questions, the range of quizzed material in Java 2 Exam Prep is a standout.

Each chapter also has short hands-on exercises. After reading about basic concepts and necessary APIs and trying out the test questions, you might discover holes in your Java knowledge. The exercises let you build knowledge in weaker areas. The layout of each chapter lets you concentrate on those areas that need the most work.

If the format of Java 2 Exam Prep is a winner, its pleasant tone and clearly presented review of essential material can help bring blurry topics into focus. Though the Java certification exams themselves are known for their sometimes arcane detail, the upfront style of Java 2 Exam Prep may be just what you need to review Java successfully and earn Java certification. --Richard Dragan

Topics covered: The Java certification process, Java data types, installing the JDK, flow control, exceptions, arrays, class design, patterns, garbage collection, thread programming, AWT and JFC/Swing basics, layout managers, event handling, AWT and Java 2D graphics APIs, I/O, SmartCards, and servlet fundamentals.


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A book/CD-ROM study guide for the Sun Certified Programmer for the Java 2 Platform exam, featuring hands-on projects, real-world examples with interactive activities, and notes, tips, review questions, and chapter summaries. The companion CD-ROM contains answers to chapter review questions, solutions to projects, and two complete 59-question practice exams that simulate the real Java 2 exam environment. For those new to programming and those new to Java. Brogden is vice president of technology and development for a training and content development company.Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR


Book Description
Helps programming professionals gain knowledge that directly applies to the Sun Microsystems exam for Java. Covers all the curriculum objectives established by Sun Education that are needed to successfully pass the Java exam. Serves as an essential resource to the C++ programmer who wants to learn Java quickly; it builds on the reader's knowledge of C++ by spending less time on programming fundamentals and more time on topics that are unique or difficult in Java.


Book Info
Study guide to prepare for the Exam 310-025, Sun Java 2 Exam. Packed with data and illustrations relevant to exam objectives. Softcover. DLC: Java (Computer program language)


About the Author
Bill Brogden (Austin, Texas) is a full time programmer and author with over 20 years of experience. Bill is an expert in several programming languages and currently focuses on the Java language, of which he has written five books. He has also developed the script-driven Java-based architecture for LANWright's online course delivery engines that is used to provide practice tests on a wide range of subjects.

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Helps programming professionals gain knowledge that directly applies to the Sun Microsystems exam for Java. Covers all the curriculum objectives established by Sun Education that are needed to successfully pass the Java exam. Serves as an essential resource to the programmer who wants to learn Java quickly; it builds on the reader's knowledge of C++ by spending less time on programming fundamentals and more time on topics that are unique or difficult in Java. Gartner Research estimates that there will be market demand for over 1 million Java programmers by the year 2000. Covers two development environments, Sun's JavaWorkShop and IBM's VisualAge and relates objectives in the chapter material to required topics on the certification exam. Includes all topics required for successful completion of the Java Programmer Certification Exam, as well as covering additional topics essential to using Java in business situations.

Written by Sun-certified programmers who use Java in a professional setting.

Features a unique exam simulation program designed especially for Certification Insider Press that includes two complete interactive practice tests, allowing readers to measure their skills and build confidence before taking the actual certifcation exam. Although the questions are formatted like those encountered on the actual exam, they are based on the book's content to reinforce critical concepts and their practical applications.

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