5. Objects: Using, Creating, and Defining

 

 

 

 

 

OBJECTIVES

After studying this chapter, you will

Be familiar with using variables to store and manipulate simple data.

Be familiar with creating and using objects.

Understand the relationship between classes and objects.

Understand the difference between objects and data of primitive type.

Understand the difference between static and and instance elements of a class.

Be able to understand and design a simple class in Java.

Understand some of the basic principles of object-oriented programming.

OUTLINE

Introduction

Using String Objects

Drawing Shapes with the Graphics Object (Optional)

Class Definition

Case Study: Simulating a Two-Person Game

From the Java Library: java.util.Scanner Special Topic: Alan Kay and the Smalltalk Language Chapter Summary

Solutions to Self-Study Exercises Exercises

 

 

 

 

 

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