Java in a nutshell

This bestselling book is an essential quick reference for all Java programmers. It contains an accelerated introduction to the Java language and its key APIs, so seasoned programmers can start writing Java code right away. This book also includes O'Reilly's trusted quick-reference material for all the classes in the essential Java packages, including java.lang, java.io, java.beans, java.math, java.net, java.text, and java.util. This reference covers many the new classes in Java 1.4, including the NIO, logging, and XML functionality. Once you've learned Java, you'll keep this book next to your keyboard for handy reference while you program. This book is part of the multi-volume set of quick references that every Java programmer will want. It is an essential companion to Java Foundation Classes in a Nutshell, which covers the graphics, printing, and GUI APIs in the Java 2 platform, including Swing, AWT, and Java 2D. A third volume, Java Enterprise in a Nutshell, focuses on the Java Enterprise APIs and is of interest to programmers working on server-side or enterprise Java applications. A fourth volume, J2ME in a Nutshell, covers the new Java 2 Micro Edition APIs and explores its use in limited-resource devices. Book jacket.