A hands-on introduction to Java programming—fully revised for the latest version, Java SE 21

Thoroughly updated for Java Platform Standard Edition 21, this practical resource uses a proven, step-by-step approach to teach the fundamentals of Java. You will discover how to get started programming in Java from the very first chapter. Written by Java guru Herbert Schildt and updated by Dr. Danny Coward, the book starts with the basics, such as how to create, compile, and run a Java program. From there, you will learn essential Java keywords, syntax, and commands.

Java: A Beginner's Guide, Tenth Edition covers the basics and touches on advanced features, including multithreaded programming, generics, Lambda expressions, and Swing. Enumeration, modules, and interface methods are also clearly explained. This proven guide delivers the appropriate mix of theory and practical coding necessary to get readers up and running developing their own Java applications from the ground up or customize existing code.

• Clearly explains important changes from JDK 18 through long-term support (LTS) release JDK 21
• Features self-tests, exercises, and downloadable code samples
• Written by bestselling author and leading Java authority Herbert Schildt along with Dr. Danny Coward, an experienced Java developer

Herbert Schildt is a world leading programming author.  He is an authority on the C, C++, Java, and C# programming languages, and a master Windows programmer. His programming books have sold more than three million copies worldwide and have been translated into all major foreign languages. He is the author of numerous best sellers including C: The Complete Reference, Java 2: The Complete Reference, Java 2: A Beginner's Guide, C#: A Beginner's Guide, and many more.  Schildt holds a master's degree in computer science from the University of Illinois.