Book excerpt: This book is designed for those new to Java and interested in understanding how ChatGPT/GPT-4 can enhance programming. It offers a unique approach to learning Java, combining traditional hand-written code with cutting-edge ChatGPT-generated examples. The book covers the basics of Java programming and development environments, including understanding recursion, strings, arrays, fundamental data structures, algorithm analysis, queues and stacks, and follows with the role of ChatGPT in generating, explaining, and debugging code. Companion files with source code and figures available for downloading. It's an essential resource for those starting Java programming and for anyone curious about the applications of ChatGPT in coding. FEATURES Combines hand-crafted Java code with ChatGPT-generated examples for a multifaceted learning experience Offers practical Java coding skills, with examples in recursion, data structures, and algorithm analysis Covers the capabilities of ChatGPT for code generation, debugging, and explanation, providing a modern perspective on programming Includes companion files for downloading with source code and figures