Java in a Nutshell - A Desktop Quick Reference

"This updated edition of Java in a Nutshell not only helps experienced Java programmers get the most out of Java versions 9 through 11, its also a learning path for new developers. Chock full of examples that demonstrate how to take complete advantage of modern Java APIs and development best practices, this thoroughly revised book includes new material on Java Concurrency Utilities. The books first section provides a fast-paced, no-fluff introduction to the Java programming language and the core runtime aspects of the Java platform. The second section is a reference to core concepts and APIs that explains how to perform real programming work in the Java environment. Get up to speed on language details, including Java 9-11 changes Learn object-oriented programming, using basic Java syntax Explore generics, enumerations, annotations, and lambda expressions Understand basic techniques used in object-oriented design Examine concurrency and memory, and how theyre intertwined Work with Java collections and handle common data formats Delve into Javas latest I/O APIs, including asynchronous channels Use Nashorn to execute JavaScript on the Java Virtual Machine Become familiar with development tools in OpenJDK."--Back cover Part I......Page 4 Chapter 1......Page 5 Chapter 2......Page 21 Chapter 3......Page 120 Chapter 4......Page 167 Chapter 5......Page 224 Chapter 6......Page 250 Part II......Page 283 Chapter 7......Page 284 Chapter 8......Page 303 Chapter 9......Page 337 Chapter 10......Page 361 Chapter 11......Page 385 Chapter 12......Page 407 Chapter 13......Page 427 Appendix......Page 452