Drawing on many years of experience as an expert programmer and teacher, Horstmann brings out the most important element of a computer, problem solving, and program design. Thank you to the formula that has proven Horstmann, you will finish this book with a thorough grounding in programming concepts and problem-solving and get quickly up to speed writing efficient and successful program. New Fifth Edition features: Approach * The 'Objects Gradual' takes you into object-oriented thinking step-by-step, using classes, implementing simple methods, all the way to designing your own object-oriented programs. * A strong emphasis on test-driven development encourages you to consider the results when you write programming code so you design better, more usable programs * Unique approach beyond language syntax to focus on computer science concepts and problem solving, encouraging you to think as problem solvers * New teaching and learning tools in WileyPLUS - including a unique assignment checker that allows you to test your programming problems online before you send them to class * Helpful "Testing Track" introduces techniques and tools step by step, ensuring that you master one before moving on to the next * Graphics topics are developed gradually throughout the text, conveniently highlighted in separate sections color-coded * Updated coverage is fully compatible with Java 5 and includes a discussion of the latest features of Java 6