Shows readers how to use Java to harness the power of object-oriented programming Includes thirty one-hour lessons that recreate a typical week-long introductory seminar Focuses on the Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition (J2EE) Helps readers to develop skills that are critical to many Web services scenarios The author was one of the first Sun Certified Instructors and has since taught Java to thousands of developers Companion Web site features an online presentation by the author that follows along with each chapter and includes an audio-only option for readers with dial-up Internet connection