For courses in Java programming. Java 2 By Example teaches the basic concepts of Java through the use of examples and exercises. Students will learn Java-based programming concepts, object-oriented programming, and proper coding techniques. Java Foundation Classes (JFC), Multi-Threading, Abstract Windowing Toolkit and the use of Applets or Applications are just some of the topics covered. The final project has students build a contact manager, which uses all the skills learned throughout the book.