Java Programming (Second Edition)

Name: Java Programming (Second Edition)
ISBN: 9787113308155

杨龙平 / 颜菲 / 盛鸿宇China Railway Publishing House · ChinaJan 2026

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Word count: 121K words
Chapters: 87
ISBN: 9787113308155

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Summary

This textbook breaks away from the traditional subject-centered organization and innovatively adopts a "module–task" model to structure its content. Based on Java 21, it systematically explains Java programming and is divided into four modules, each containing three to four tasks. Every task includes a clear task description, professional competencies and objectives, knowledge preparation, task implementation, and post-class practice, with a particular emphasis on developing practical skills. Readers can freely choose what to study according to their own pace and interests, truly reflecting a reader-centered teaching philosophy. Notably, difficult points and common errors in each subtask are accompanied by video explanations, enabling readers to review them anytime and anywhere until they have mastered the material. By integrating core theories—basic Java syntax, classes and objects, inheritance and polymorphism—into practical programming, the book helps readers gain genuine understanding through hands-on work. In addition, a comprehensive practice project is included so that readers can strengthen their programming skills through actual implementation and truly apply what they learn. The content is carefully designed in a progressive "novice–beginner–competent–expert" sequence, making it suitable for beginners while also providing content that connects to the Java stage for advanced learners, helping them move toward expertise.

Editor's review

This textbook adopts a "module–task" structure, embedding core Java 21 content—basic syntax, classes and objects, inheritance and polymorphism—within concrete tasks. Each task includes a task description, professional competencies and objectives, knowledge preparation, task implementation, and post-class practice, so readers clearly know what to do and to what standard. The content progresses from "novice–beginner–competent–expert," and difficult and error-prone points come with video explanations for repeated viewing. The comprehensive practice project at the end helps connect scattered knowledge. Overall, it suits classroom teaching or self-study for beginners; the task-driven approach makes practice goals clear and reduces passive reading without hands-on work. Readers are advised to proceed module by module, complete each task by hand before checking the videos, and troubleshoot errors on their own before turning to the explanations, which will build a more solid understanding of syntax and object-oriented concepts.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Vocational college or applied undergraduate students taking Java programming courses
Self-learners with no or weak foundation who want to learn Java step by step through tasks
Instructors or curriculum designers who need to update teaching content for Java 21
Learners with some programming experience who want to fill gaps in object-oriented fundamentals through hands-on tasks

Not a good fit for

Readers with substantial Java development experience seeking advanced topics such as frameworks or high concurrency
Readers who prefer systematic theoretical derivation and are uncomfortable with a task-driven structure
People who only want a quick syntax reference and do not intend to complete the exercises

Reading tips

Proceed module by module; complete each task independently first, then use the knowledge preparation and video explanations to fill gaps
When encountering difficult or error-prone points, record the error message first, attempt to troubleshoot independently, then watch the video for deeper impression
After finishing a module, close the book and draw a knowledge structure map to check whether syntax and object-oriented concepts are truly mastered
Set aside separate time to complete the comprehensive practice project in full, then review the module tasks for consolidation

About the publisher

China Railway Publishing House China · Founded in 1951

China Railway Publishing House has long centered on railway professional publishing while also covering rail transit, industrial technology, programming and design, finance and economics, and exam preparation, with about 194 relevant titles in the collection. Representative books include the Automated Operation (FAO) System for Urban Rail Transit, Design Innovation and Practice for Urban Rail Transit Vehicle Depots, Analysis and Application Management of the Level-One Maintenance Inspection Robot System for Electric Multiple Units, as well as engineering practice titles such as the Engineering Summary of the Guangdong Section of the Ganzhou–Shenzhen Railway and Safety Risk Control Technology and Typical Cases of Shield Tunneling in Beijing Urban Rail Transit Construction. Beyond technical monographs, the publisher also offers practical titles such as Python Programming Fundamentals and tax and accounting treatment for real estate development enterprises, with authors including He Peng, Tang Tao, Ding Shukui, and Sun Changjun. Based on public information, its publishing strength lies in drawing on line engineering and operational practice while balancing professional textbooks and general-audience titles; more complete details of its publishing structure are limited in public sources.

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内容简介
“十四五”高等职业教育新形态一体化教材编审委员会
序
前言
模块一类的初步使用
任务1 编写第一个Java程序
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务2 利用Java解决简单问题
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务3 类与对象的使用
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
模块二类的高级应用
任务4 利用继承技术编写网络商城商品管理程序
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务5 预防应用程序崩溃
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务6 接收不同类型的参数
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务7 常用API和开发工具的使用
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
模块三 Java高级开发技术
任务8 编写多用户多任务的应用系统
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务9 数据的存储与读取
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务10 分割与合并文件
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
模块四编写可视化界面网络程序
任务11 编写一个简单记事本
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务12 编写网络聊天室
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践
任务13 利用Java读取XML数据
任务描述
职业能力与目标
知识储备
任务实施
课后实践

FAQ

Can I study this textbook with zero foundation?

Yes. The book is designed with a novice-to-expert progression, and tasks include task descriptions, knowledge preparation, and implementation steps, with video explanations for difficult points. It is recommended to start from the first module and complete the exercises in order without skipping the hands-on parts; for concepts you do not understand, watch the videos repeatedly and consolidate with post-class practice.

Which Java version is the book based on?

According to the materials, the book explains Java programming based on Java 21. When studying, it is advisable to install the corresponding version of the development environment to avoid discrepancies between example results and the book caused by version differences; if using another version, pay attention to compatibility notes for syntax and APIs.

How can I use the video explanations for each task most effectively?

It is recommended to try completing the task yourself first, then watch the video when you get stuck, focusing on the reasoning behind difficult and error-prone points rather than copying code directly. After watching, close the video and implement it independently again, and try modifying conditions or inputs to observe how the program changes; this will help you better grasp the underlying syntax and design ideas.

Is this book suitable for complete self-study, or must it be used with a course?

Both approaches work. The task-driven structure gives self-study clear goals and steps, and the post-class practice and comprehensive project provide practice paths; in a course, instructors can organize classroom practice and discussion around the tasks. For self-study, it is advisable to set a module schedule and persist in completing the practice for each task.

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About the author

杨龙平 Author

Yang Longping: publicly available information is limited, and what can currently be confirmed centers mainly on the book Java Programming (Second Edition), which he authored. The book belongs to the programming and design category and is intended for learners of the Java language, covering foundational knowledge and practical methods of Java programming; it holds some reference value in the field of computer programming education. According to existing library records, Yang Longping's name is directly associated with this textbook, but no reliable material is available to introduce his education, professional background, research interests, or institutional affiliation. Therefore, understanding of the author can only be based on this achievement in writing programming and design books. As a revised and reprinted textbook, Java Programming (Second Edition) indicates that the book has seen continued use in relevant teaching or self-study contexts, and it also reflects the author's efforts in organizing and updating Java language teaching content. Readers who wish to learn more about the author will still need to rely on the disclosure of further public information.

颜菲 Author

Yan Fei: currently, public information is limited, and background details about this author are not available in accessible public sources, so this introduction can only be based on the work held in the collection. One book is currently listed under Yan Fei's name, namely Java Programming (Second Edition), which falls under programming design and is a textbook-style work for learning and applying the Java language. In terms of subject matter, the book covers the fundamentals of Java programming and related practice, and is suitable as a course textbook or for self-study. Because only this one work is held, it is not yet possible to summarize the author's overall writing style and long-term influence, nor to assess other contributions in the field of programming textbooks. Readers who wish to learn more about Yan Fei may examine the book's content and publication information.

盛鸿宇 Author

Sheng Hongyu is an author about whom limited public information is available. The only confirmed work is Java Programming (Second Edition), generally classified as programming and design. Judging from this work, the author's writing focuses on introductory Java language teaching and the basics of programming design, aimed at readers who need to systematically master Java syntax and programming thinking. The title indicates a “Second Edition,” showing that the book was revised and reissued, with content adjusted and improved from the first edition; this also suggests a certain demand for the textbook among readers. Because reliable public records on the author's life, nationality, and professional experience are unavailable, no further background can be introduced, and readers may use this book as a window into the author's basic approach to programming instruction and choice of materials.