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Learn Java with Math

Using Fun Projects and Games

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  • A unique introduction to learning Java and programming
  • Includes some sample projects and simple games
  • Author is a Microsoft software engineer and computer science/math teacher

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Table of contents (33 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xix
  2. Java Basic

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
    2. Introduction

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 3-8
    3. Number Basics

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 9-18
    4. Java Basics

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 19-22
    5. Start Playing with Java

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 23-31
    6. Variables

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 33-38
    7. First Algorithm

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 39-41
    8. Input and Output

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 43-47
    9. Logical Control Structures

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 63-71
    10. Errors and Tips

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 73-78
    11. Java Basics Summary

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 79-84
    12. Java Basics Projects

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 85-87
    13. Java Basics Solutions

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 89-90
  3. Java Intermediate

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 91-91
    2. Pythagorean Triples

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 97-101
    3. Strong Typed Programming

      • Ron Dai
      Pages 103-107

About this book

There are many good Java programming books on the market, but it's not easy to find one fit for a beginner. This book simplifies the complexity of Java programming and guides you through the journey to effectively work under the hood. 

You'll start with the fundamentals of Java programming and review how it integrates with basic mathematical concepts through many practical examples. You'll witness firsthand how Java can be a powerful tool or framework in your experimentation work.


Learn Java with Math reveals how a strong math foundation is key to learning programming design. Using this as your motivation, you'll be programming in Java in no time.



What You'll Learn


  • Explore Java basics
  • Program with Java using fun math-inspired examples
  • Work with Java variables and algorithms
  • Review I/O, loops, and control structures
  • Use projects such as the Wright brothers coin flip game

Who This Book Is For



Those new to programming and Java but have some background in mathematics and are at least comfortable with using a computer.





Authors and Affiliations

  • Seattle, USA

    Ron Dai

About the author

Ron Dai is a Microsoft software engineer and a mathematics and computer science instructor for NWSC in Washington.  He enjoys teaching computer science using math.  

Bibliographic Information

Buy it now

Buying options

eBook USD 39.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as EPUB and PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 54.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout

Other ways to access