While Java texts are plentiful, it\u2019s difficult to find one that takes a real-world approach, and encourages novice programmers to build on their Java skills through practical exercise. Written by an expert with 19 experience teaching computer programming, Java Programming Fundamentals presents object-oriented programming by employing examples taken from everyday life. \n\n--Provides a foundation in object-oriented design principles and UML notation\n--Describes common pitfalls and good programming practices \n--Furnishes supplemental links, documents, and programs on its companion website, www.premnair.net \n--Uses day-to-day life examples to introduce every object-oriented and programming concept \n--Includes an extensive stand-alone chapter on GUI and event programming \n--Contains numerous examples, self-check questions, quick review material and an extensive list of both programming and non-programming exercises \nThe text presents object-oriented design and programming prin.