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JavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example (Expert's Voice in Java) 1st ed. Edition
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JavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example provides a quick start to programming the JavaFX 2.0 platform. JavaFX 2.0 provides a rich set of APIs for use in creating graphically exciting client applications written solely in Java. You get a large set of customizable components that can be skinned using CSS techniques that you already know from doing web development. The platform even includes a web rendering engine enabling you to mix HTML content into your applications. Hardware acceleration means that your applications are fast and snappy, taking full advantage of modern graphics processing support at the hardware level. JavaFX 2.0 opens the door to business applications that look good, are fun to use, that take advantage of the medium to present data of all types—text, audio, video, etc.—in ways that engage the user and lead to increased productivity.
Getting started with JavaFX 2.0 is surprisingly easy. You already have the Java skills. Very likely you know enough of CSS to get by. All that’s left is to get a leg up on the API, and that’s whereJavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example can help. In this short book, author Carl Dea takes you through a series of engaging, fun-to-work examples that bring you up to speed with the major facets of the platform. Begin with the fundamentals of installing the software and creating a simple interface. Move in progressive steps through the process of developing a working dialog box for an application. Then let the fun begin as you explore images and animations, audio and video, and finally learn to embed JavaFX applications in a web page as well as embedding HTML5 content within an application. At the end of this book you’ll have a good grasp of what JavaFX is all about, and you’ll be ready to begin your journey towards mastery of the platform.
- Entirely example-based
- Focused on practical applications
- Full of working code for you to adapt and extend
- ISBN-101430242574
- ISBN-13978-1430242574
- Edition1st ed.
- Publication dateFebruary 8, 2012
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions7.48 x 0.46 x 9.25 inches
- Print length215 pages
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- Publisher : Apress
- Publication date : February 8, 2012
- Edition : 1st ed.
- Language : English
- Print length : 215 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1430242574
- ISBN-13 : 978-1430242574
- Item Weight : 12.8 ounces
- Dimensions : 7.48 x 0.46 x 9.25 inches
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Customers find the book's introduction clear, though some mention there's little explanation. The book includes lots of example code, though one customer notes there are no comments in the code.
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Customers have mixed opinions about the book's introduction, with some finding it clear and good as a tutorial, while others note it lacks sufficient explanation.
"...I appreciated the fact that theintroduction and history of JavaFX was rapidly covered..."Read more
"...Finally,explanations behind the code are extraordinarily terse and do not adequately describe what is occurring within the program...."Read more
"...Throughout the examples, you willunderstand how the new Java graphical APIs work...."Read more
"This book is for those whobegins to learn Java FX...."Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the code examples in the book, with some appreciating the abundance of examples while one customer notes the lack of comments in the code.
"...and that the focus moved very quickly to technical,code-based examples of how to use JavaFX 2.0...."Read more
"...There arelittle or no comments in the code, so you could have done just as well downloading some sample code and digging through it yourself...."Read more
"Lots of example code shows how to do basic JavaFX programming. Not so much in the way of detailed coverage, but many other books have that...."Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2012Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseI was looking for a rapid introduction to JavaFX 2.x andJavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example fit the bill perfectly. At the time of this writing, it is the only book on JavaFX 2.0 and it starts fast. I appreciated the fact that the introduction and history of JavaFX was rapidly covered (may want to access one of the numerous online blogs or articles on JavaFX 2.0 if more historical and overview information is desired) and that the focus moved very quickly to technical, code-based examples of how to use JavaFX 2.0.
The book is "recipe" or "cookbook" style and begins with easier introductory type recipes and moves onto more sophisticated recipes. It was only a matter of minutes to get my first JavaFX application running when using this book. I'm in a hurry when trying out a new language and this book satisfied that need. The books includes some NetBeans-specific examples, but no IDE is mentioned in most recipes and even those using NetBeans provide generated code so that NetBeans is not required. Each recipe presents a problem, presents one or more solutions to that problem, and then provides brief text description of features newly covered in the book by those solutions.
JavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example is a relatively quick read with four chapters, fewer than 200 pages of highly technical content, plenty of code samples, and plenty of screen snapshots. The book is not intended as a comprehensive reference, but focuses on what its title suggests: an introduction to JavaFX 2 via working code examples. Some important topics in JavaFX 2 such as charting, FXML, GroovyFX, and ScalaFX are not covered in this book, but it provided me with a good enough introduction and familiarity with the language to be able to quickly learn about those via the JavaFX API documentation and other online resources. If you want to get into JavaFX immediately and with as little ceremony as possible, this book is a great place to start. If you prefer more pages of historical and overview details and wider coverage, you might prefer waiting for Pro JavaFX 2 Platform (be sure to get the edition with "2" in the title!) to be available (which I also intend to purchase). - Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2012Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLots of example code shows how to do basic JavaFX programming. Not so much in the way of detailed coverage, but many other books have that. What makes this book a winner is the examples.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2016Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseWhen it comes to programming, I love to learn from examples, so I though this text would be ideal for me. Unfortunately, examples not beta tested and are mostly incomplete. There is a website where you can download the examples in the book and I highly recommend the reader do so; the code in the text does not match the downloadable versions, and after the first couple examples, the text version fails to provide any information about what classes you will need to import. And, while that information is available in the downloads, on occasion that code does not execute as described in the text. Finally, explanations behind the code are extraordinarily terse and do not adequately describe what is occurring within the program.
Honestly, I do not know why potential readers should bother with the text; by itself it is practically worthless and to have any success you must download the non-abridged example programs. The text feels as if the author and publisher were in a huge hurry and failed to even perform an even rudimentary review of the material for functionality, completeness and relevance. If you are tempted to buy this introduction to javafx, make sure you get the second edition; while I cannot speak for it's quality, be assured the first will only leave the novice frustrated. - Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2012Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase"JavaFX is now Java" This is the most remarkable change in JavaFX 2.0, but the JavaFX API also brings some new ways in how we program GUIs in Java today. If you are a Java programmer and want to quickly start with JavaFX this is the book for you. Throughout the examples, you will understand how the new Java graphical APIs work. In a practical way, with no deep theoretical explanations with more of a focus on code, the book presents the main JavaFX features such as binding, controls, media, effects, etc. I would suggest the book for teachers doing labs because I believe the students wouldn't be bored and they would see the results of what they have learned in an immediate way. If you are a hobbyist and want to take a look into JavaFX, this book will be very useful. The examples in JavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example are clear and well explained. Mr Dea paid attention to details describing what is new in each code example of the book. Of course, the practical and quick way to build JavaFX apps comes with a cost. You will not become a JavaFX expert nor know all the APIs after reading this book, but it is not the book's intent. So, if you want to get immersed in a month to learn the basics of JavaFX, buy this book. It is the way to go!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2013Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis book is for those who begins to learn Java FX. Without touching the complex API, the examples in the book helps you quickly understand how basic java FX program works.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2013Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis is my first JavaFX book but it was recommended and after doing a search on what's available out there, this one had the best reviews. It's served me well so far!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2013Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseI gave it two stars instead of one, because at least they warn you in the title. But still, if you are going to claim to teach someone something by examples, you might want to actually explain how the examples actually work. Instead, the authors present the example and then describe the final result of the example, but with little explanation as to how the example actually works. No explanation as to why a particular approach was taken. There are little or no comments in the code, so you could have done just as well downloading some sample code and digging through it yourself.
Honestly, I just think someone is cashing in on the fact that they had early access to JavaFX and is just throwing out anything and calling it a book. - Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2015Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseTeaching a course in Java with this great book.
Top reviews from other countries
- Oliver KolleReviewed in Germany on February 1, 2013
4.0 out of 5 starsNur der Code zählt
Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseHier muss man die Beispiele ausprobieren, verändern und als Anregung für eigene Sachen hernehmen.
Mit Netbeans 7.2 geht das recht gut. Deas Code ist auf jeden Fall gut, um in das nicht ganz einfache Thema einzusteigen. Zum Teil sind die kleinen Anwendungen echt cool. Das schmale Buch hält also, was der Titel verspricht - nicht mehr und nicht weniger.
Auf Styling mit CSS wird kurz eingegangen, auf Layouting via FXML nicht. Gegen Ende wird auf HTML5/SVG und sogar ein bisschen Datenbankprogrammierung eingegangen. Manchmal kommen einem Deas Hinweise recht spärlich vor, aber sie reichen eigentlich aus, um die Idee bzw. den Kniff zu verstehen.
Den Abdruck des Codes hätte man sich eigentlich sparen können, denn den muss man sowieso zu laufen bringen und untersuchen. (dann wäre das Buch nur ein dünnes Heft)
Ich empfehle das Werk allen Interessierten, die rumspielen und erste Ergebnisse sehen wollen - auch unter dem Aspekt, dass es derzeit kaum Bücher zum Thema gibt. - IanMReviewed in Canada on November 16, 2014
4.0 out of 5 starsSuper useful example tutorials
Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseUp to date when I got it, outdated now, it is packed with excellent examples and will get you off and running with JavaFX. - Mario K.Reviewed in Germany on June 24, 2013
5.0 out of 5 starsGutes Buch für Einsteiger!
Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseDas Buch hat mir beim Einstieg in die JavaFx 2.0 Welt sehr geholfen. Den gesamten Source gibt es als Download über die Plattform des Verlags,
Es ist gut und einfach geschrieben und der Sourcecode ist auch gut erklärt. Um sich einen ersten Überblick über JavaFX 2.0 zu verschaffen perfekt!
