PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH JAVA explains (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build a Java GUI project. Students learn about project design, the Java Swing controls, many elements of the Java language, and how to distribute finished projects. The projects built include:
- Dual-Mode Stopwatch - Allows you to time tasks you may be doing.
- Consumer Loan Assistant - Helps you see just how much those credit cards will cost you.
- Flash Card Math Quiz - Lets you practice basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills.
- Multiple Choice Exam - Quizzes a user on matching pairs of items, like countries/capitals, and words/meanings.
- Blackjack Card Game - Play the classic card game against the computer and learn why gambling is very risky.
- Weight Monitor - Track your weight each day and monitor your progress toward established goals.
- Home Inventory Manager - Helps you keep track of all your belongings - even includes photographs.
- Snowball Toss Game - Lets you throw snowballs at another player or against the computer.
The tutorial includes over 850 pages of color self-study notes. The Java source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website: (KidwareSoftware.com) after book registration.
PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH JAVA requires a Microsoft Windows XP-SP2, Vista, or the Windows 7 operating system. You also need the Java Development Kit (a free download). This tutorial also uses JCreator® 5.0 as the IDE (Integrated Development Environment) for building and testing Java applications.