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Think Java

How to Think Like a Computer Scientist

by Allen B. Downey, Chris Mayfield ...

Currently used at many colleges, universities, and high schools, this hands-on introduction to computer science is ideal for people with little or no programming experience. The goal of this concise book is not just to teach you Java, but to help you think like a computer scientist. You’ll learn how to program—a useful skill by itself—but you’ll also discover how to use programming as a means to ... Read more

$30.99 USD

Currently used at many colleges, universities, and high schools, this hands-on introduction to computer science is ideal for people with little or no programming experience. The goal of this concise book is not just to teach you Java, but to help you think like a computer scientist. You’ll learn how to program—a useful skill by itself—but you’ll also discover how to use programming as a means to
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Programming with Qt

Writing Portable GUI applications on Unix and Win32

by Matthias Kalle Dalheimer ...

The popular open source KDE desktop environment for Unix was built with Qt, a C++ class library for writing GUI applications that run on Unix, Linux, Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, and Windows NT platforms. Qt emulates the look and feel of Motif, but is much easier to use. Best of all, after you have written an application with Qt, all you have to do is recompile it to have a version that works on ... Read more

$25.99 USD

The popular open source KDE desktop environment for Unix was built with Qt, a C++ class library for writing GUI applications that run on Unix, Linux, Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, and Windows NT platforms. Qt emulates the look and feel of Motif, but is much easier to use. Best of all, after you have written an application with Qt, all you have to do is recompile it to have a version that works on
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Hands-On Network Programming with C# and .NET Core

Build robust network applications with C# and .NET Core

by Sean Burns ...

A comprehensive guide to understanding network architecture, communication protocols, and network analysis to build secure applications compatible with the latest versions of C# 8 and .NET Core 3.0Key FeaturesExplore various network architectures that make distributed programming possibleLearn how to make reliable software by writing secure interactions between clients and serversUse .NET Core for ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A comprehensive guide to understanding network architecture, communication protocols, and network analysis to build secure applications compatible with the latest versions of C# 8 and .NET Core 3.0Key FeaturesExplore various network architectures that make distributed programming possibleLearn how to make reliable software by writing secure interactions between clients and serversUse .NET Core for
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Processing, second edition

A Programming Handbook for Visual Designers and Artists

by Casey Reas, Ben Fry ...

The new edition of an introduction to computer programming within the context of the visual arts, using the open-source programming language Processing; thoroughly updated throughout.The visual arts are rapidly changing as media moves into the web, mobile devices, and architecture. When designers and artists learn the basics of writing software, they develop a new form of literacy that enables ... Read more

$48.99 USD

The new edition of an introduction to computer programming within the context of the visual arts, using the open-source programming language Processing; thoroughly updated throughout.The visual arts are rapidly changing as media moves into the web, mobile devices, and architecture. When designers and artists learn the basics of writing software, they develop a new form of literacy that enables
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Dive Into Systems

A Gentle Introduction to Computer Systems

by Suzanne J. Matthews, Tia Newhall, Kevin C. Webb ...

Dive into Systems is a vivid introduction to computer organization, architecture, and operating systems that is already being used as a classroom textbook at more than 25 universities.This textbook is a crash course in the major hardware and software components of a modern computer system. Designed for use in a wide range of introductory-level computer science classes, it guides readers through ... Read more

$52.99 USD

Dive into Systems is a vivid introduction to computer organization, architecture, and operating systems that is already being used as a classroom textbook at more than 25 universities.This textbook is a crash course in the major hardware and software components of a modern computer system. Designed for use in a wide range of introductory-level computer science classes, it guides readers through
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Causal AI

by Robert Osazuwa Ness ...

Build AI models that can reliably deliver causal inference.How do you know what might have happened, had you done things differently? Causal AI gives you the insight you need to make predictions and control outcomes based on causal relationships instead of pure correlation, so you can make precise and timely interventions. Causal AI is a practical introduction to building AI models that can reason ... Read more

$58.99 USD

Build AI models that can reliably deliver causal inference.How do you know what might have happened, had you done things differently? Causal AI gives you the insight you need to make predictions and control outcomes based on causal relationships instead of pure correlation, so you can make precise and timely interventions. Causal AI is a practical introduction to building AI models that can reason
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Hacking

A Comprehensive Guide to Computer Hacking and Cybersecurity

by Sam Griffin ...

HACKINGWith growing digital dependence and an increase in cyber threats, you cannot afford to be in the dark as far as your digital and online security is concerned. This book is a simple guide that will reveal the many potential risks and mistakes that can expose you to hackers.This is a book for anyone and everyone. If you use a mobile phone, computer, or any other digital device, then this book ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

HACKINGWith growing digital dependence and an increase in cyber threats, you cannot afford to be in the dark as far as your digital and online security is concerned. This book is a simple guide that will reveal the many potential risks and mistakes that can expose you to hackers.This is a book for anyone and everyone. If you use a mobile phone, computer, or any other digital device, then this book
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R for Everyone

Advanced Analytics and Graphics

by Jared Lander ...

Series series Addison-Wesley Data & Analytics Series
Statistical Computation for Programmers, Scientists, Quants, Excel Users, and Other ProfessionalsUsing the open source R language, you can build powerful statistical models to answer many of your most challenging questions. R has traditionally been difficult for non-statisticians to learn, and most R books assume far too much knowledge to be of help. R for Everyone, Second Edition, is the solution ... Read more

$47.69 USD

Statistical Computation for Programmers, Scientists, Quants, Excel Users, and Other ProfessionalsUsing the open source R language, you can build powerful statistical models to answer many of your most challenging questions. R has traditionally been difficult for non-statisticians to learn, and most R books assume far too much knowledge to be of help. R for Everyone, Second Edition, is the solution
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C++ Common Knowledge

Essential Intermediate Programming

by Stephen Dewhurst ...

What Every Professional C++ Programmer Needs to Know—Pared to Its Essentials So It Can Be Efficiently and Accurately AbsorbedC++ is a large, complex language, and learning it is never entirely easy. But some concepts and techniques must be thoroughly mastered if programmers are ever to do professional-quality work. This book cuts through the technical details to reveal what is commonly understood ... Read more

$38.69 USD

What Every Professional C++ Programmer Needs to Know—Pared to Its Essentials So It Can Be Efficiently and Accurately AbsorbedC++ is a large, complex language, and learning it is never entirely easy. But some concepts and techniques must be thoroughly mastered if programmers are ever to do professional-quality work. This book cuts through the technical details to reveal what is commonly understood
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Component-Based Rails Applications

Large Domains Under Control

by Stephan Hagemann ...

Series series Addison-Wesley Professional Ruby Series
Use Components to Improve Maintainability, Reduce Complexity, and Accelerate Testing in Large Rails Applications“This book gives Ruby pros a comprehensive guide for increasing the sophistication of their designs, without having to forsake the principles of elegance that keep them in our corner of the software world.”—Obie Fernandez, author, The Rails™ 5 Way, Fourth EditionAs Rails applications ... Read more

$38.69 USD

Use Components to Improve Maintainability, Reduce Complexity, and Accelerate Testing in Large Rails Applications“This book gives Ruby pros a comprehensive guide for increasing the sophistication of their designs, without having to forsake the principles of elegance that keep them in our corner of the software world.”—Obie Fernandez, author, The Rails™ 5 Way, Fourth EditionAs Rails applications
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C Primer Plus

by Stephen Prata ...

C Primer Plus is a carefully tested, well-crafted, and complete tutorial on a subject core to programmers and developers. This computer science classic teaches principles of programming, including structured code and top-down design.Author and educator Stephen Prata has created an introduction to C that is instructive, clear, and insightful. Fundamental programming concepts are explained along ... Read more

$60.29 USD

C Primer Plus is a carefully tested, well-crafted, and complete tutorial on a subject core to programmers and developers. This computer science classic teaches principles of programming, including structured code and top-down design.Author and educator Stephen Prata has created an introduction to C that is instructive, clear, and insightful. Fundamental programming concepts are explained along
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3D Graphics Rendering Cookbook

A comprehensive guide to exploring rendering algorithms in modern OpenGL and Vulkan

by Sergey Kosarevsky, Viktor Latypov ...

Build a 3D rendering engine from scratch while solving problems in a step-by-step way with the help of useful recipesKey FeaturesLearn to integrate modern rendering techniques into a single performant 3D rendering engineLeverage Vulkan to render 3D content, use AZDO in OpenGL applications, and understand modern real-time rendering methodsImplement a physically based rendering pipeline from scratch ... Read more

$39.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build a 3D rendering engine from scratch while solving problems in a step-by-step way with the help of useful recipesKey FeaturesLearn to integrate modern rendering techniques into a single performant 3D rendering engineLeverage Vulkan to render 3D content, use AZDO in OpenGL applications, and understand modern real-time rendering methodsImplement a physically based rendering pipeline from scratch
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Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On

Apply modern RL methods to practical problems of chatbots, robotics, discrete optimization, web automation, and more

by Maxim Lapan ...

Revised and expanded to include multi-agent methods, discrete optimization, RL in robotics, advanced exploration techniques, and moreKey FeaturesSecond edition of the bestselling introduction to deep reinforcement learning, expanded with six new chaptersLearn advanced exploration techniques including noisy networks, pseudo-count, and network distillation methodsApply RL methods to cheap hardware ... Read more

$60.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Revised and expanded to include multi-agent methods, discrete optimization, RL in robotics, advanced exploration techniques, and moreKey FeaturesSecond edition of the bestselling introduction to deep reinforcement learning, expanded with six new chaptersLearn advanced exploration techniques including noisy networks, pseudo-count, and network distillation methodsApply RL methods to cheap hardware
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Ivor Horton's Beginning Visual C++ 2013

by Ivor Horton ...

Learn C++ with the best tutorial on the market!Horton's unique tutorial approach and step-by-step guidance have helped over 100,000 novice programmers learn C++. In Ivor Horton's Beginning Visual C++ 2013, Horton not only guides you through the fundamentals of the standard C++ language, but also teaches you how C++ is used in the latest Visual Studio 2013 environment. Visual Studio 2013 includes ... Read more

$36.00 USD

Learn C++ with the best tutorial on the market!Horton's unique tutorial approach and step-by-step guidance have helped over 100,000 novice programmers learn C++. In Ivor Horton's Beginning Visual C++ 2013, Horton not only guides you through the fundamentals of the standard C++ language, but also teaches you how C++ is used in the latest Visual Studio 2013 environment. Visual Studio 2013 includes
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Beginning Artificial Intelligence with the Raspberry Pi

by Donald J. Norris ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Gain a gentle introduction to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using the Raspberry Pi as the computing platform. Most of the major AI topics will be explored, including expert systems, machine learning both shallow and deep, fuzzy logic control, and more!AI in action will be demonstrated using the Python language on the Raspberry Pi. The Prolog language will also be introduced and used to ... Read more

$31.99 USD

Gain a gentle introduction to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using the Raspberry Pi as the computing platform. Most of the major AI topics will be explored, including expert systems, machine learning both shallow and deep, fuzzy logic control, and more!AI in action will be demonstrated using the Python language on the Raspberry Pi. The Prolog language will also be introduced and used to
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Captain Code

Unleash Your Coding Superpower with Python

by Ben Forta, Shmuel Forta ...

Becoming a coder is all fun and games!Everyone should learn to code. Much like drawing and sketching, playing an instrument, cooking, or taking pictures and shooting videos, coding is a creative endeavor, which means it's a way to actually create stuff, and creating stuff is incredibly rewarding and satisfying. Sure, it's fun to spend hours on your phone looking at what other people have created; ... Read more

$17.29 USD

Becoming a coder is all fun and games!Everyone should learn to code. Much like drawing and sketching, playing an instrument, cooking, or taking pictures and shooting videos, coding is a creative endeavor, which means it's a way to actually create stuff, and creating stuff is incredibly rewarding and satisfying. Sure, it's fun to spend hours on your phone looking at what other people have created;
... Read more
Modern Pascal Fundamentals: Master Syntax, Control Flow, and Core Concepts to Build Your First Application

Practical Systems Programming with Pascal, #1

by Corin Hale ...

Series Book 1 - Practical Systems Programming with Pascal
Are you ready to build a rock-solid foundation in computer science and software development?Modern Pascal Fundamentals is a comprehensive guide to mastering one of the most reliable and elegantly structured programming languages ever created. Whether you are a complete beginner writing your first line of code or an intermediate developer looking to refine your understanding of core concepts, this ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you ready to build a rock-solid foundation in computer science and software development?Modern Pascal Fundamentals is a comprehensive guide to mastering one of the most reliable and elegantly structured programming languages ever created. Whether you are a complete beginner writing your first line of code or an intermediate developer looking to refine your understanding of core concepts, this
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Game Development Projects with Unreal Engine

Learn to build your first games and bring your ideas to life using UE4 and C++

by Hammad Fozi, David Pereira, Devin Sherry, Gustavo Reis, Gonçalo Marques ...

Learn the tools and techniques of game design using a project-based approach with Unreal Engine 4 and C++Key FeaturesKickstart your career or dive into a new hobby by exploring game design with UE4 and C++Learn the techniques needed to prototype and develop your own ideasReinforce your skills with project-based learning by building a series of games from scratchBook DescriptionGame development can ... Read more

$34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn the tools and techniques of game design using a project-based approach with Unreal Engine 4 and C++Key FeaturesKickstart your career or dive into a new hobby by exploring game design with UE4 and C++Learn the techniques needed to prototype and develop your own ideasReinforce your skills with project-based learning by building a series of games from scratchBook DescriptionGame development can
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Game Development with Blender and Godot

Leverage the combined power of Blender and Godot for building a point-and-click adventure game

by Kumsal Obuz ...

Understand how to use one of the most popular 3D modeling software and advanced game engines to create a seamless workflow between the two and produce dynamic gamesKey FeaturesLearn how to create, rig, and animate 3D low-poly models in BlenderDiscover the 3D workflow of Godot Engine and understand how to enhance your modelsUse modeling and game design skills to create a dynamic point-and-click ... Read more

$43.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand how to use one of the most popular 3D modeling software and advanced game engines to create a seamless workflow between the two and produce dynamic gamesKey FeaturesLearn how to create, rig, and animate 3D low-poly models in BlenderDiscover the 3D workflow of Godot Engine and understand how to enhance your modelsUse modeling and game design skills to create a dynamic point-and-click
... Read more
Mastering Arduino

A project-based approach to electronics, circuits, and programming

by Jon Hoffman, Ejike (George Steve) Ifeanyichukwu, Pratik Desai ...

Mastering Arduino is a practical guide that teaches you the electronics and programming skills you need to create advanced Arduino projects from the ground up.Key FeaturesCovers enough electronics and code for users at any levelIncludes complete circuit diagrams for all projectsFinal robot project combines knowledge from all the chaptersBook DescriptionMastering Arduino is an all-in-one guide to ... Read more

$34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Mastering Arduino is a practical guide that teaches you the electronics and programming skills you need to create advanced Arduino projects from the ground up.Key FeaturesCovers enough electronics and code for users at any levelIncludes complete circuit diagrams for all projectsFinal robot project combines knowledge from all the chaptersBook DescriptionMastering Arduino is an all-in-one guide to
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Python高级编程

by 姜增如 ...

本书是一部系统讲述Python编程语言与编程方法的案例化教程。全书共分为9章:第1章为 Python 编程基础知识;第2章为组合数据类型及使用;第3章为函数及调用规则;第4章为程序设计;第5章为面向对象程序设计方法;第6章为文件操作与异常处理;第7章为Python的 GUI设计;第8章为Python 绘图方法;第9 章为 Python网络爬虫。每章都设置了大量应用案例跟踪指导。为便于读者高效学习,快速掌握 Python编程与操作技巧,本书共提供了320个应用案例及其运行结果,程序中的重点部分都给出注释,并附有完整的教学课件和源代码。本书可作为高等学校 Python程序设计相关课程教材,也可作为软件技术开发人员的自学参考用书。 ... Read more

$15.99 USD

本书是一部系统讲述Python编程语言与编程方法的案例化教程。全书共分为9章:第1章为 Python 编程基础知识;第2章为组合数据类型及使用;第3章为函数及调用规则;第4章为程序设计;第5章为面向对象程序设计方法;第6章为文件操作与异常处理;第7章为Python的 GUI设计;第8章为Python 绘图方法;第9 章为 Python网络爬虫。每章都设置了大量应用案例跟踪指导。为便于读者高效学习,快速掌握 Python编程与操作技巧,本书共提供了320个应用案例及其运行结果,程序中的重点部分都给出注释,并附有完整的教学课件和源代码。本书可作为高等学校 Python程序设计相关课程教材,也可作为软件技术开发人员的自学参考用书。
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Hands-On Microservices with Kotlin

Build reactive and cloud-native microservices with Kotlin using Spring 5 and Spring Boot 2.0

by Juan Antonio Medina Iglesias ...

Build smart, efficient, and fast enterprise-grade web implementation of the microservices architecture that can be easily scaled.Key FeaturesWrite easy-to-maintain lean and clean code with Kotlin for developing better microservicesScale your Microserivces in your own cloud with Docker and Docker SwarmExplore Spring 5 functional reactive web programming with Spring WebFluxBook DescriptionWith ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build smart, efficient, and fast enterprise-grade web implementation of the microservices architecture that can be easily scaled.Key FeaturesWrite easy-to-maintain lean and clean code with Kotlin for developing better microservicesScale your Microserivces in your own cloud with Docker and Docker SwarmExplore Spring 5 functional reactive web programming with Spring WebFluxBook DescriptionWith
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Eleventy Static Site Generation Essentials

The Complete Guide for Developers and Engineers

by William Smith ...

"Eleventy Static Site Generation Essentials"Eleventy Static Site Generation Essentials is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art and science of building performant, scalable, and maintainable static websites with Eleventy at the core. Drawing from foundational architectural principles, the book offers a robust comparison of static, dynamic, and hybrid site designs, introducing readers to the ... Read more

$9.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Eleventy Static Site Generation Essentials"Eleventy Static Site Generation Essentials is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art and science of building performant, scalable, and maintainable static websites with Eleventy at the core. Drawing from foundational architectural principles, the book offers a robust comparison of static, dynamic, and hybrid site designs, introducing readers to the
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Aprende a Desarrollar con Spring Framework

by Gabriel Méndez González ...

Spring es un framework que da soporte al desarrollo de aplicaciones empresariales en Java, surgió como una alternativa ligera a la compleja plataforma J2EE, ganando muchísima popularidad entre los programadores.Spring nos proporciona una serie de características, entre las que tenemos que destacar la inyección de dependencias, la gestión de transacciones, el soporte para pruebas automatizadas y el ... Read more

$3.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Spring es un framework que da soporte al desarrollo de aplicaciones empresariales en Java, surgió como una alternativa ligera a la compleja plataforma J2EE, ganando muchísima popularidad entre los programadores.Spring nos proporciona una serie de características, entre las que tenemos que destacar la inyección de dependencias, la gestión de transacciones, el soporte para pruebas automatizadas y el
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