Java tutorials and resources

A collection of links all about programming in the Java language, handy for the beginner and experienced engineer alike.

• The Java Tutorials | java.sun.com/docs/books/tutorial/index.html

  Excellent suite of tutorials on creating applications in Java. It does include a 'trail' on the Java language itself, but it's mostly useful as a comprehensive grounding in using the Java libraries, including Swing.

• Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 API Specification | java.sun.com/javase/6/docs/api/

  The index page to the documentation for every class in the Java library. Absolutely invaluable.

• JDK 6 Documentation | java.sun.com/javase/6/docs/

  The starting point for most of Sun's Java SE6 documentation. Includes a diagram of the Java Platform architecture, and links to specifications, tutorials and technical notes.

• JavaHelp System | java.sun.com/javase/technologies/desktop/javahelp/index.jsp

  The index page for documentation on incorporating online help into Java applications.

• Writing Javadoc Comments | java.sun.com/j2se/javadoc/writingdoccomments/index.html

  Guidance on the style, tag and other conventions for commenting Java source code.

• Java Generics FAQs | www.angelikalanger.com/GenericsFAQ/JavaGenericsFAQ.html

  Very good suite of FAQs on Java Generics by independent consultant Angelika Langer.

• Java World | www.javaworld.com

  Excellent collection of how-to articles, blogs and Q&As.