Book excerpt: "Learn Visual J++ Now" introduces Windows-based programmers and less experienced developers to the latest version of Visual J++ and how to get the most out of it. Readers learn how to create an application and see what's going on in the process. Other topics include an overview of Java and Microsoft's implementation of Java; working with classes, objects, and forms; creating, enhancing, and animating applets; Java packages; and multimedia in WinDirect, console applications, and creating new components. Appendixes provide quick reference to Java syntax, event-driven programming, and database access. The accompanying CD includes a time-limited version of Microsoft Visual J++ (90 days from installation) and sample files.