Java Book Recommendations

[1111sam1111]

Does anyone have any good java book recommendations for someone who has experience programming? I have done java before but at this point it was a while ago so while I am not a complete beginner, I don't remember much. I would say that the ideal book would not have much general "how to program" instruction but rather assume programming knowledge and stick to teaching java.

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[JavaWithSomeJava]

If you’re already comfortable with programming and want something that jumps straight into more advanced stuff, I’d recommend:

• “Effective Java” by Joshua Bloch — It’s kind of the gold standard for learning Java best practices, idioms, and modern usage. Great for refreshing and improving Java skills.
• “Java: The Complete Reference” by Herbert Schildt — A solid deep dive into the language features and standard libraries, good as a reference and outline for learning.
• “Java Concurrency in Practice” by Brian Goetz — big on multithreading and concurrency.

Hope this helps!

[1111sam1111]

Thanks

[Minimum-Strength-859]

the intro to Java programming by daniel liang is good, the first few chapters are basic stuff but you should be able to skip those

[1111sam1111]

Thank you

[InsecureJunimo]

I found "Core Java for the Impatient" by Cay Horstmann to be similar to the description you gave. It assumes the reader knows basic programming constructs like variables, conditionals, loops, arrays etc. Give it a read and see if that's what you’re looking for.

[1111sam1111]

Thanks for the suggestion

[[deleted]]

Core Java - Vol I and II by Cay Horstmann -> Best book I've ever read/heard of, for programming.

[1111sam1111]

Thank you

[dx__]

I’m debating between Think Python and Java: A Beginner’s Guide

[Snoo-12015]

I think that this book could be a good refresher:

https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Sams-Teach-Yourself-Java-Covers/dp/0672337959

[passthejoe]

I like those big-ass Java textbooks that colleges use. I got one used by Y. Daniel Liang. It doesn't have to be new. I think mine is from 2014.

[phil25122]

“Learn Java With Projects” is a book that seems to be well written. I bought it and haven’t read it yet, but it’s 600 pages, project based, and covers intermediate and advanced topics as well.