Top Books to Read for Java Enthusiasts in 2023 and Beyond

If you are wondering what to read to enhance your Java knowledge and broaden your coding horizon, you have come to the right place. This article will share the best 15 new books on coding, computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and related technologies. 2023 brings forth a year of exploration and advancement, and the pages of these books invite you to embark on a journey of discovery and innovation. So, keep on reading to uncover new and worthy books for Java enthusiasts!

1. Grokking the Java Interview

Let's start with a book that will be useful for our students. Even those CodeGym graduates with robust Java knowledge upon completing the course admit that a job interview may not be that easy. Java is vast and there are a lot of concepts and APIs you can be asked about. This book aims to fill any gap and help you get prepared for a Java interview, introducing you to the most common questions.

2. The Standout Developer

This is one more book that doesn't directly focus on learning Java, yet it can be beneficial for any software developer. It's a comprehensive guide on job hunting, cracking the interview, and landing a good job. This book will help you create a great resume and get a high-paying job in tech. The author, Randall Kanna, also shares her story of how she got job offers from tech giants like Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

3. Effective Java 3rd Edition

If you haven't read this book before, it should be your top book to read in 2023 as well. The newest 3rd edition covers JDK 7, 8, and 9 features. You'll learn a lot about how to use Java and its API correctly.

4. Thinking in Java

It's not new, but this book is still worth reading in 2023. "Thinking in Java" is like a complete encyclopedia for Java enthusiasts. The book contains everything from the basics to advanced topics. The book constantly updates, and the latest edition covers Java 8 features in detail.

5. 97 Things Every Java Programmer Should Know: Collective Wisdom from the Experts

This is a one-of-a-kind book that you should read in 2023. The book offers expert advice from Java leaders and practitioners all across Java communities. As you may have guessed, you will learn 97 important things about Java and programming upon reading this book. It will leave a long-lasting impression and help you become a better developer.

6. Modern Java Recipes

For those who like recipe books, "Modern Java Recipes" is a must-read book. As the name suggests, it includes simple solutions to problems in Java (8 and 9 editions). It will guide you in writing code using Java 8 idioms, lambda expressions, method reference, and Stream API.

7. The Art of Readable Code

If you want to learn how to write better code, this book is perfect. It contains simple and practical techniques to help you make your code much more readable and maintainable.

8. Spring Microservices in Action

As you may have seen in the fresh report by JRebel, the Java development world is moving towards Microservice architecture. If you'd like to keep up with the trends and learn tools for writing microservices in Java, "Spring Microservices in Action" is a perfect choice. It offers many helpful learning materials about the Spring framework.

9. AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order

Java books aside, let's explore what we can read about AI. As AI increasingly evolves and shapes the world, it’s essential to stay engaged with the latest advancements and embrace the transformative power of AI in 2023 and beyond. “AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order” is written by a leading AI expert, Kai-Fu Lee, and it tells about the AI race between China and Silicon Valley. The author displays how AI reshapes these two countries by comparing their industries, economies, and the job market. This book is based on the author's experience of living in both these regions and provides valuable insights into the future of AI and its geopolitical implications.

10. Working with AI. Real Stories of Human-Machine Collaboration

Wondering how do humans collaborate with smart systems? As you may already guessed from the name, this book sheds light on successful real-world cases of humans working with AI. We bet this book can blow your mind and you'll stop considering AI as a job stealer (if you thought that way). This book tells about the very positive potential outcomes of AI.

11. The Alignment Problem: Machine Learning and Human Values

Similarly to the previous book, this one reveals the impact of machine learning algorithms on society. The author addresses the issue of the alignment problem, which pertains to the difficulty of embedding human values into AI. The book delves into philosophy, computer science, and real-life examples to help you discover various ethical dilemmas AI poses. Get ready to commence on an intellectual journey that will expand your boundaries!

12. Practicing Trustworthy Machine Learning

For those genuinely interested in building ML models and releasing trustworthy ML applications, we offer reading the book "Practicing Trustworthy Machine Learning." It is a mini guide that can provide you with a practical starting point to produce ML models that are secure and robust. You'll also explore the positives of ML, especially in such essential industries as finance, government, and medicine.

13. Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies

This book delves deeply into the challenges and risks associated with artificial general intelligence (AGI) surpassing human intelligence. This groundbreaking book also touches complex questions related to the control and governance of superintelligent systems. Moreover, in this book, you’ll discover potential consequences that may arise when AGI capabilities surpass human comprehension.

14. I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique

It is one more significant piece for those who want to understand how AI's evolution affects our lives. Will it enhance or dehumanize us? Will we become more machinelike? The book can help you discover how to thrive in an AI-automated future.

15. Future Ready: The Four Pathways to Capturing Digital Value

Do you know that many companies start their business without a clear sense of where they are going and how they will capture digital value? This book provides examples and analyses to help you complete your transformation journey successfully. It is a fantastic book for those who want to become future-ready in this digital realm.

Conclusion

We hope these books will become a source of inspiration and help you on your coding journey. The stories, guides, and insights they contain can help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of programming, computer science, computational thinking, and coding. Your journey is only beginning, and today's books will be the foundation of the innovations of tomorrow!