I have been using Java for a while (about 12-18 months), and wanted to know if the Core J2EE book was still relevant, and if i should read it? Core J2EE patterns and practices still relevant to read? closed Ask Question 6. Rev 2019.5.31.33856.
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Head First Java 2nd Edition - Too outdated or still relevant?
Hi,
Trying to teach myself Java and looking for a book simple to understand even for a complete programming beginner.
Head First Java seems to be highly rated, but its last edition came out in 2005. Is that a problem?
I'm currently going through *Learning Programming with Java for Dummies', but I'm over 100 pages in and barely know anything. I don't know whether the rest of the book will be as slow paced and sparse or not, but I feel like I need another book.
Any suggestions appreciated!
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