Core Java, Volume I

Core Java, Volume I: Fundamentals, written by Java Champion Cay Horstmann, serves as a comprehensive guide for experienced programmers seeking a deep understanding of the Java programming language. This thirteenth edition is fully updated through Java 21, providing technical coverage of the latest language features and APIs. The text focuses on foundational techniques, idioms, and best practices required to write high-quality, efficient code. Through hundreds of realistic examples, the book demonstrates how to implement complex structures without cutting corners.

This first volume of the Core Java series explores essential topics such as object-oriented programming, generics, collections, and lambda expressions. Readers learn to utilize pattern matching, sealed class hierarchies, and the Java Platform Module System to build robust applications. The content also covers concurrency models for multicore processors, exception handling, and the use of JShell. Core Java, Volume I: Fundamentals provides the necessary groundwork for mastering the Java platform.