Whether this is your first foray into high-level object-oriented programming languages such as Java, or if you've been programming for some time and you're just looking to add Java to your repertoire, or even if you've never touched a line of code in your life, this book is designed to accommodate you. We'll move quickly and we'll not shy away from heavy subjects, but we'll begin this book from the very ground up and learn the concepts behind object-oriented programming as we go. I will consider the book to be successful if it helps you understand what Java programming is about, why it is important, and how you can start developing Java applications in NetBeans. I will be equally happy if Java becomes your favorite programming language!