Introduction to Computer Science: Java Programming presents a comprehensive approach to learning object-oriented programming with Java. Intended for first-time users, this engaging, hands-on text guides students to developing basic Java programs, troubleshooting, and debugging errors. By studying this text, students will learn computer science concepts of computational thinking and encoding as well as information about variables, expressions, classes, repetition, and other important programming concepts. Extension opportunities provide cross-curricular connections to math, science, and language arts that help students related to Java's widespread relevance in the real world.

In addition to learning programming concepts, practical coverage of computing and society is addressed. The importance of abiding by basic principle of right and wrong, respecting others' ideas, and behaving in an ethical manner are emphasized.