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Learning the fundamentals of 2D game programming is the key to quickly building your game-development expertise. Understanding the elements of the 2D environment will provide a solid foundation in game creation, whether you stick with 2D or move on. FUNDAMENTAL 2D GAME PROGRAMMING WITH JAVA teaches you the basics using Java, including application programming, full-screen games, input handling, matrix transformations, basic physics, intersection testing,...

With the second edition of Absolute Java, best-selling author Walt Savitch offers a comprehensive introduction of the java programming language. This book gives programmers the tools to master the Java language. He takes full advantage of the new Java 5.0 features and incorporates the new Scanner class. There is comprehensive coverage of generic types, including how to define classes with type parameters, collection classes done as generic classes,...

Java also provides an excellent environment for the beginning programmer -- students can quickly build useful programs while learning the basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques.

Beginning with basic ideas, Winder progresses to the process of creating useful object-oriented applications. Along the way, all the core features of Java are covered, including the use of exceptions and multi-threading.

Extreme Programming does not mean programming naked while rollerblading down the side of the Grand Canyon. It does mean a new approach to software development that is both radical and common-sense. Unlike many software development methodologies, XP has been accepted quickly because its core practices---particularly code sharing, test-first development, and continuous integration---resonated immediately with software developers everywhere. Instead...