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Intro to Java and Unix

This module assumes that you have some familiarity with programming and have coded in some language before. If this is not true, please talk to the instructor or TA.

We will be using Java for the first part of the course. You are free to develop Java using your own setup. Eclipse is particularly nice for developing. However, the easiest method is to use to log into the class server and use the tools provided there.

Wednesday, August 26

• Connecting
  • Windows:
    • SSH Secure Shell - available at http://eit.engineering.wustl.edu/help/SSHSecureShellClient-3.2.9.exe
    • Press "Quick Connect", then use your name and password, and the hostname warlord.wustl.edu
  • Mac/Linux: Open a terminal, then type ssh username@warlord.wustl.edu
• Unix Reference Sheet - The server runs Linux, and you will need a few basic UNIX commands. A short rundown of useful commands is provided in here. There are plenty of tutorials available online with a more complete reference.
• Java Programming Guide
• Practice Exercises - These are some basic problems that you can use to see if you understand the basics of Java. We reccomend that you write the suggested programs and compile them. However, this will not be collected.
• Further References:
  • Java Basics - Sun Tutorial
  • Objects and Classes - Sun Tutorial
  • A Full Free Java Textbook
  • Java API - The most useful resource in programming in Java is the API, which contains information about every single standard Java class.
  • Tech Books online - The Danforth campus library website provides online access to technical books. Learning Java from O'Reilly Media is a good place to start. When accessing from outside the campus network you will have to login for proxy access.

Friday, August 28

• There will be a short programming "quiz". You should have no problem with the problems if you've completed the Practice Exercises.
• We are also providing some additional exercises for you to try to become more familiar with Java. Feel free to ask the TA any questions you may have.