The discussion centers on the best resources for learning Java, comparing online tutorials and printed books. Participants recommend "The C Programming Language" by Dennis Ritchie and Brian Kernighan as a benchmark for quality, suggesting that similar structured resources exist for Java. The Oracle Java Tutorials, available at http://docs.oracle.com/javase/tutorial/, are highlighted as a comprehensive online resource, with some content also available in book form. The consensus indicates that well-organized materials, like K&R, are preferable for effective learning.
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