The Java Management Extensions 1st edition by J. Steven Perry (2002) is a textbook focused on managing Java applications with Java Management Extensions (JMX). Published by O’Reilly Media, this trade paperback book spans 312 pages and is authored by J. Steven Perry. It is a valuable resource for adult education and further education in the field of software development and programming languages, specifically geared towards proficiency, advanced, intermediate, technical, and business levels of learning. The book is a first edition, making it a sought-after resource for those interested in Java management extensions.