Practical Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science Using Python 3

by Paul Gries    (Find this book)

This book is for anyone who wants to understand computer programming. You'll learn to program in a language that' s used in millions of smartphones, tablets, and PCs. You'll code along with the book, writing programs to solve real-world problems as you learn the fundamentals of programming using Python 3. You'll learn about design, algorithms, testing, and debugging, and come away with all the tools you need to produce quality code. In this second edition, we've updated almost all the material, incorporating the lessons we've learned over the past five years of teaching Python to people new to programming.

You don't need any programming experience to get started. First, you'll get a detailed introduction to Python and to programming. You'll find out exactly what happens when your programs are executed. Through real-world examples, you'll learn how to work with numbers, text, big data sets, and files. Then you'll see how to create and use your own data types.

The incremental examples show you the steps and missteps that happen while developing programs, so you know what to expect when you tackle a problem on your own. Inspired by "How to Design Programs" (HtDP), you'll learn a six-step recipe for designing functions, which helps you as you start to learn the concepts—and becomes an integral part of writing programs by the end.

As you learn to use the fundamental programming tools in the first half of the book, you'll see how to document and organize your code so that you and other programmers can more easily read and understand it. Beyond the basics, you'll learn how to ensure that your programs are reliable, and how to work with databases, download data from the web automatically, and build user interfaces. Most importantly, you'll learn how to think like a professional programmer.

You'll need to download Python 3, available from "python.org":https://python.org.With that download comes IDLE, the editor we use for writing andrunning Python programs. (If you use Linux, you may need to installPython 3 and IDLE separately.)  --  Publisher Marketing

Head First Pmp

by Jennifer Greene    (Find this book)
Head First PMP offers complete coverage of The PMBOK[Registered] Guide principles in a way that's engaging, not tedious. This book helps you prepare for the certification exam with a unique method that goes beyond answers to specific questions and makes you think about the big picture of project management. By putting project management concepts into context, you will be able to understand, remember, and apply them-not just on the exam, but on the job.

Using the latest research in neurobiology, cognitive science, and learning theory, Head First PMP employs a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works, not a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep.

With its visually rich format designed for the way the brain works, this text is ideal for Project Management Professionals (PMPs) who want to obtain or renew their certification.

Ubuntu Unleashed: Covering 13.10 and 14.04 [With DVD] (2014) ( Unleashed )

by Matthew Helmke    (Find this book)

Ubuntu Unleashed 2014 Edition is filled with unique and advanced information for everyone who wants to make the most of the Linux-based Ubuntu operating system. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated by a long-time Ubuntu community leader to reflect the exciting new Ubuntu 13.10 and the forthcoming Ubuntu 14.04.

Former Ubuntu Forum administrator Matthew Helmke covers all you need to know about Ubuntu 13.10/14.04 installation, configuration, productivity, multimedia, development, system administration, server operations, networking, virtualization, security, DevOps, and more—including intermediate-to-advanced techniques you won’t find in any other book.

Helmke presents up-to-the-minute introductions to Ubuntu’s key productivity and Web development tools, programming languages, hardware support, and more. You’ll find new or improved coverage of Ubuntu’s Unity interface, various types of servers, software repositories, database options, virtualization and cloud services, development tools, monitoring, troubleshooting, Ubuntu’s push into mobile and other touch screen devices, and much more.

Matthew Helmke served from 2006 to 2011 on the Ubuntu Forum Council, providing leadership and oversight of the Ubuntu Forums, and spent two years on the Ubuntu regional membership approval board for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He has written about Ubuntu for several magazines and websites and is the lead author of The Official Ubuntu Book. He works for Pearson Education writing technical documentation for educational
testing software.

Detailed information on how to…

• Configure and customize the Unity desktop
• Get started with multimedia and productivity applications, including LibreOffice
• Manage Linux services, users, and software packages
• Administer and run Ubuntu from the command line
• Automate tasks and use shell scripting
• Provide secure remote access and configure a secure VPN
• Manage kernels and modules
• Administer file, print, email, proxy, LDAP, DNS, and HTTP servers (Apache, Nginx, or alternatives)
• Learn about new options for managing large numbers of servers
• Work with databases (both SQL and the newest NoSQL alternatives)
• Get started with virtualization
• Build a private cloud with Juju and Charms
• Learn the basics about popular programming languages including Python, PHP, Perl, and new
  alternatives such as Go and Rust
• Learn about Ubuntu’s work toward usability on touch-screen and phone devices

Ubuntu 13.10 on DVD

DVD includes the full Ubuntu 13.10 distribution for Intel x86 computers as well as the complete LibreOffice office suite and hundreds of additional programs and utilities.

Free Kick Start Chapter!

Purchase this book and receive a free Ubuntu 14.04 Kick Start chapter after Ubuntu 14.04 is released. See inside back cover for details  --  Publisher Marketing

Galaxy S5 ( Missing Manuals )

by Preston Gralla    (Find this book)

Get the most out of Samsung’s Galaxy S5 smartphone right from the start. With clear instructions from technology expert Preston Gralla, this Missing Manual gives you a guided tour of Samsung's new flagship phone, including great new features such as the fingerprint scanner, heart rate sensor, and Download Booster. You’ll get expert tips and tricks for playing music, calling and texting, shooting photos and videos, and even getting some work done.

The important stuff you need to know:

• Get connected. Browse the Web, manage email, and download apps from Google Play through WiFi or 3G/4G network.
• Keep in touch. Call, text, chat, videochat, conduct conference calls, and reach out with Facebook and Twitter.
• Capture and display images. Shoot, edit, show, and share photos, slideshows, and high-definition videos.
• Play and manage your music. Buy music from Google Play or Amazon and listen to it with Galaxy S5’s Music app.
• Work anywhere. Access your files, company network, calendar, and contacts—and work with Google Docs.
• Connect to Google Maps. Use geolocation and turn-by-turn drive directions to find your way.
• Stay fit with S Health. Use this built-in app to keep track of fitness goals, walking, heart rate, blood pressure, and more.  --  Publisher Marketing

Excel Data Analysis: Your Visual Blueprint for Analyzing Data, Charts, and Pivottables

by Denise Etheridge    (Find this book)

Professional-level coverage and techniques for Excel power users

Aimed at Excel power users who appreciate logical, clean explanations of techniques, this visual guide features numerous screenshots and easy-to-follow numbered steps in order to show you how to perform professional-level modeling, charting, data sharing, data access, data slicing, and other functions. You'll find super techniques for getting the most out of Excel's statistical and financial functions, Excel PivotTables and PivotCharts, Excel Solver, and more.

• Demonstrates how to crunch and analyze Excel data the way the professionals do in an uncluttered, visual style
• Offers a clear look at power-using the new Excel 2013, the latest version of the world's leading spreadsheet application from Microsoft
• Expands your Excel knowledge and helps you use Excel data more efficiently
• Explains how to retrieve data from databases; cut, slice, and pivot data using PivotTables; model data and chart data; and use advanced formulas
• Explores all features and functions in two-color pages packed with screenshots, numbered steps, and other visual graphics that clearly show you how to accomplish tasks
• Includes practical examples, tips, and advice to help you get the most out of Excel's features and functions

Learn the full power of Excel 2013 with this helpful guide! --  Publisher Marketing