\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet a solid understanding of Java fundamentals to master programming through a series of practical steps\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eEnjoy your first step into the world of programming\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnderstand what a language is and use its features to build applications\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLearn about a wide variety of programming applications\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction to Programming is for anybody who wants to learn programming. All youâll need is a computer, internet connection, and a cup of coffee.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Learn\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnderstand what Java is\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInstall Java and learn how to run it\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWrite and execute a Java program\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWrite and execute the test for your program\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInstall components and confgure your development environment\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLearn and use Java language fundamentals\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLearn object-oriented design principles\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaster the frequently used Java constructs\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIn Detail\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave you ever thought about making your computer do what you want it to do? Do you want to learn to program, but just don't know where to start? Instead of guiding you in the right direction, have other learning resources got you confused with over-explanations?\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon't worry. Look no further. Introduction to Programming is here to help.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by an industry expert who understands the challenges faced by those from a non-programming background, this book takes a gentle, hand-holding approach to introducing you to the world of programming. Beginning with an introduction to what programming is, you'll go on to learn about languages, their syntax, and development environments. With plenty of examples for you to code alongside reading, the book's practical approach will help you to grasp everything it has to offer. More importantly, you'll understand several aspects of application development. As a result, you'll have your very own application running by the end of the book. To help you comprehensively understand Java programming, there are exercises at the end of each chapter to keep things interesting and encourage you to add your own personal touch to the code and, ultimately, your application.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStyle and approach\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis step-by-step guide will familiarize you with programming using some practical examples.\u003c/p\u003e