November 25, 2004

Addison-Wesley's Java Backpack Reference Guide by Computer Science Assistant Professor Peter DePasquale Now Available

Addison-Wesley recently published Dr. DePasquale's first book - Addison-Wesley's Java Backpack Reference Guide. The 93 page guide provides a handy reference to the Java programming language for introductory programming students at the collegiate level. The Backpack Reference will be bundled with numerous Addison-Wesley offerings in their Java catalog starting in the Spring 2005 semester. Dr. DePasquale is currently working on a C++ version of the Backpack Reference Guide due to be released in May 2005.

According to the website (http://www.aw-bc.com/catalog/academic/product/0,1144,0321304276,00.html), this book provides a quick reference to Java's most frequently used keywords and APIs. It is clear and easy-to-use, integrating syntax examples, keyword descriptions, and programming tips in a way that will make it the must-have reference in your backpack. This inexpensive reference provides a lot of information for the introductory and intermediate programming student or someone who just wants the specifics of Java in one handy place.

submitted by Dr. Peter DePasquale, depasqua@tcnj.edu, 609-771-2806