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Develop cross-platform, feature-rich JavaFX GUI applications with expert instruction from Java guru Herb Schildt

Introducing JavaFX 8 Programming provides a fast-paced introduction to JavaFX, Java’s next-generation GUI programming tool

In this easy-to-read guide from Oracle Press, Java guru Herb Schildt presents the key topics and concepts that all Java developers will need to begin developing modern, dynamic JavaFX GUI applications. Of course, it’s written in the cohesive, yet concise format that has made Schildt an international best-selling programming author. Designed expressly for Java programmers, the book’s focus is on the new JavaFX API. As a result, all examples are written entirely in Java. The book begins with the fundamentals, including the general form of a JavaFX program. Readers then advance to event handling, controls, images, fonts, layers, effects, transforms, animation s (including 3D animations), menus, and more. Numerous complete examples are included that put key topics and techniques into action.

• Presents a cohesive, fast-paced overview of key facets of JavaFX 8 programming
• Sample code used in the text is available for download from the McGraw-Hill/Oracle Press Web site
• Written in Herb Schildt’s clear, crisp, uncompromising style that has made him the choice of millions worldwide