100 Java Mistakes and How to Avoid Them [Paperback]

Dodge the common mistakes that even senior developers make, take full advantage of static analysis tools, and deliver robust and error-free Java code.

Whenever you make a mistake writing Java, it’s almost guaranteed that someone else has made it before! In100 Java Mistakes and How To Avoid Themyou’ll learn about the common and the not-so-common antipatterns, errors, and tricky bits that trip up almost every Java developer.

Inside100 Java Mistakes and How To Avoid Themyou will learn how to:

• Write better Java programs
• Recognize common mistakes during programming
• Create fewer bugs and save time for debugging and testing
• Get help from static analyzers during programming
• Configure static analysis tools to reduce the number of false reports
• Extend static analysis tools with custom plugins

Each Java mistake in this handy guide comes with an illustrative code sample, an explanation of why the mistake occurs, and an actionable “ways to avoid this” section to help you dodge the error. Plus, you’ll benefit from useful static analysis sidebars that let you know when mistakes will—and won’t—be spotted by static analysis tools.

Foreword by Cay Horstmann.

About the technology

Minor bugs in development can become major problems in production. It’s much better to spot and fix your mistakes before they get that far! This one-of-a-kind book shines a light on the most common Java slip-ups and shows you exactly how to avoid making them in the first place.

About the book

100 Java Mistakes and How To Avoid Themhighlights 100 Java coding errors—from beginner missteps to mistakes even Java experts don’t know they’re making. Each case includes clear examples to show you what to look for and concrete troubleshooting advice. You’ll learn to use static analysis tools lil6