Publisher Sams Author(s) Laura Lemay, Charles L. Perkins  
This book is a detailed guide to developing applications with the Java language. The CD includes the source code for all the examples used in the book, additional examples of Java applets, and Java browsers for all supported platforms.

Publisher Prentice Hall Author(s) Olav Maassen  
A hands-on guide to design patterns for Java platform developers.
* Pattern-based solutions for every stage of the development lifecycle
* Documents 30 patterns, including the 23 core patterns for the Sun Certified Enterprise Architect exam
* Describes pattern use within the Java APIs—including patterns for reflection, security, AWT/Swing, RMI, JDBC, J2EE, and more

Publisher Wrox Press Author(s) Ivor Horton  
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the Java programming language, updated thoroughly (more than 35ew and updated) for the latest SDK 1.5 release. This book shows readers how to build real-world Java applications using the Java SDK. No previous programming experience is required.

Publisher Wrox Press Author(s) Jeff Scanlon  
Working as an effective professional Java developer requires you to know Java APIs, tools, and techniques to solve a wide variety of Java problems. Building upon Ivor Horton's Beginning Java 2, this resource shows you how to use the core features of the latest JDK as well as powerful open source tools such as Ant, JUnit, and Hibernate. It will arm you with a well-rounded understanding of the professional Java development landscape.

Publisher Sams Author(s) Venkata S.R.K.R. Chaganti  
The practical angle of Building Java Enterprise Systems with J2EE provides the conceptual background and wealth of code examples needed to actually assemble systems in a useful manner with the J2EE technologies. Furthermore, this book demonstrates how the technologies complement and build on top of one another via evolution of a cohesive and real sample application.