I need to learn java first.... does ne one have any good idea on books
to get that teach you java step by step? Also I would like a game
design book does ne one have any suggestions to either of these? It
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

"LMOH" <lmohdlp@gmail.com> wrote in message
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Having struggled through 2 semesters of Java, I think you'll need more than
"a tad bit of help". If you want to try to start learning for free, go to
the http://java.sun.com/ site. You can download the software and follow
their tutorial trails. I found help when I got stuck at the
comp.lang.java.help usegroup.
Sande

thanks.

LMOH wrote:
The Sun tutorials are an excellent way to learn Java. Be cautious to
choose a version that's compatible with IE6/7 default installations
since that's what most people have. Java 1.1 and AWT work for board
games and MUDs, but don't expect smooth animations.

Good Luck.