A question about AP Computer Science

[Scozzar]

Hello everyone. I have a question about AP Computer Science AB. I plan on taking this course next year as a senior in high school and pursue a career in Computer Engineering or a Systems Analyst. I love me some computers. Now, I have heard that some knowledge about java language is helpful prior to taking this course. As of right now, I have downloaded the Java Development Kit (JDK) and Dr.Java in hopes to get a head-start. I wanted to know if anyone could give me a push in the right direction from here. Where do I start learning the very basics of Java? I have some experience on Python, but Python isn't used in AP C.S.

 

So a push in the right direction would be much appreciated. Thank you for your time

[Bignose]

Amazon has to carry several "introduction to java" books. Any of those would probably be a decent start. You local library probably has some, and if not, should be able to get them via interlibrary loan, too.

[Scozzar]

I've been using online tutorials actually. They're much better than the books I've seen