Data Structures & the Java Collections Framework

Data Structures and the Java Collections Framework, 2/e by William Collins teaches the fundamentals of data structures using java. This student-friendly book focuses on teaching students how to apply the concepts presented. To that end many applications and examples are included throughout the book. Collins also provides programming projects at the end of each chapter, which get students hands on with code.In the second edition, Collins has increased his coverage on teaching students to build data structures from scratch. He also continues to use the Java Collections Framework where appropriate. His goal is give students an excellent background in creating data structures themselves, as well as make them comfortable using the standard library. On-line Labs accompany this book and make it easy to have students start practice what they are learning. These labs can be used as open-labs, closed labs, or homework assignments and are designed to give students hands-on experience in programming. .Key Handles:Ĺź Teaches the fundamentals of data structures using JAVAĹź Applications and examples are included throughout the textĹź New!! On-Line labs make it easy for the students to apply what they are learningĹź Emphasis is on building structures from scratch Increased coverage on teaching students to build data structures from scratchĹź Goal of text is to give students background in creating data structures themselves and then making them comfortable using the standard libraryThis text is extremely student-friendly. Throughout the book, there are examples, hints, notes, and marginal notes to help students navigate through the concepts. Collins also motivates by providing many applications throughout. |Collins uses the Java Collections Framework, as well as presenting other implementations. This allows students to get comfortable using an industry standard java library, which they will be able to use even after they finish the course. |An extensive suite of accompanying labs can be found at www.mhhe.com/collins. Labs allow students to get hands-on with material they are learning. Icons in the book let readers know when they are prepared to complete the next lab.|The new edition has given added emphasis to buidling data structures from scratch.|Programming projects at the end of chapters give students an opportunity for hands on learning that reinforces concepts.|More extensive java review has been added in the first two chapters of the book, preparing students to study data structures.|Incorporates Java 2 Standard Edition, Version 1.5, making use of the newest features of the java language including generics, boxing and unboxing and the enhanced for statement.|UML (Unified Modeling Language) and javadoc notation are introduced in Chapter 1 and utilized throughout the text-over 30 UML diagrams are included.|Includes generics-now part of the Java Collections Framework.|Do you use the Java Collections Framework in your course?|Do you have a lab in this course?|What kind of emphasis do you place on students building data structures from scratch?