Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Bible: The Comprehensive Tutorial Resource

by Faithe Wempen    (Find this book)

Master PowerPoint and improve your presentation skills with one book!

In today's business climate, you need to know PowerPoint inside and out, and that's not all. You also need to be able to make a presentation that makes an impact. From using sophisticated transitions and animation in your PowerPoint presentations to interfacing in person with your audience, this information-packed book helps you succeed. Start creating professional-quality slides that captivate audiences and discover essential tips and techniques for making first-rate presentations, whether you're at a podium or online.

• Combines both the technical software skills and the soft presentation skills needed to be a successful presenter in today's business climate
• Explains PowerPoint 2013's features and tools in detail, so you can create impressive,professional presentations for your job
• Shows you essential formatting techniques, including tables and working with Layouts, Themes, and Masters
• Covers working with drawings and SmartArt, photos, charts, sounds, music, video, and data from other sources
• Explains how to prepare for live presentations and also how to create and present material in the Cloud or online, including e-learning

For compelling, successful presentations in person, in the cloud, or on the web, start with PowerPoint 2013 Bible.  --  Publisher Marketing

Microsoft Office for iPad: An Essential Guide to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Onedrive

by Tom Negrino    (Find this book)
The long-awaited version of Microsoft Office for the iPad gives Office users the opportunity to use Excel, PowerPoint, and Word on their Apple tablet. In this practical, no fluff guide, author Tom Negrino gets straight to point, showing users how to get the most out of the Office apps on an iPad. Assuming you have some existing knowledge of the desktop Office apps this book focuses on maximizing your productivity on the new iPad version.

After showing how to install the Office apps on your iOS and desktop devices, Tom covers how to set up OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud services for uploading and syncing files across devices. Tom then moves on to showing you how to accomplish the most common Office tasks on the iPad, including how to create and edit documents with the touch interface. Tom also covers how to use the popular OneNote on the iPad. --  Publisher Marketing

PHP and MySQL for Beginners

by Mark Lassoff    (Find this book)
So you're getting comfortable with HTML, CSS and Javascript? You're up for the next challenge? The PHP programming language coupled with the mySQL database is the final step toward making a complete application. Many commercial e-commerce sites, membership sites and even online communities use PHP. Once you learn PHP online you can use this free technology to build just about any type of web presence you can imagine.

If you're a mobile developer, you need to learn PHP and MySQL too. Most mobile devices consume web-based services. There is no easier way to create web services designed to be consumed by mobile devices than PHP-- guaranteed!

In this PHP and MySQL book you'll join master trainer Mark Lassoff as you learn all of the major concepts that beginning PHP developers need to master. You'll be able to code along with Mark as he demonstrates everything from simple PHP commands to more advanced database applications. Each lesson features a companion lab exercise, which will help you retain, reinforce and remember each concept in the course.

So are you ready to learn PHP?  --  Publisher Marketing

My Samsung Galaxy S III

by Steve Schwartz    (Find this book)
Friendly, quick, and 100% practical, My Samsung Galaxy S III is the must-have companion for every Samsung Galaxy S III user. Authored by Dr. Steven Schwartz, a leading expert in demystifying complex technologies, this book walks new users through every task they'll want to perform, including:
* Setting up the Samsung Galaxy S III and mastering its TouchWiz touch interface
* Placing and receiving calls
* Browsing the web with the latest mobile version of Google Chrome
* Using social networks, managing contacts, and creating calendar appointments
* Send and receive email from multiple accounts
• Moving data between phone and computer
* Playing and managing music
* Watching video from movies, TV, and other sources
* Shooting and sharing photos and HD video
* Using built-in and third-party apps for productivity and fun
* Customizing and optimizing the Samsung Galaxy S III phone, services, and usage
* Troubleshooting and fixing problems

Every task is presented step-by-step, using carefully annotated, full-color screenshots, all numbered so there's no chance of getting lost of confused. Everything's clearly organized in modular, self-contained chapters designed to help readers get up-and-running in no time, and keep their Samsung Galaxy S III smartphones working exactly the way they want. Throughout, the book is packed with helpful tips, lists, and quick solutions to the problems users are most likely to encounter. 

Gamemaker: Studio for Dummies

by Michael Rohde     (Find this book)

Get gaming faster with the official guide to GameMaker: Studio

GameMaker: Studio allows you to create your own games, even with zero coding experience, and GameMaker: Studio For Dummies is a complete guide to the ins and outs of the program. Create the game you've always wanted to play in record time and at a fraction of the cost of traditional game development methods. You'll have the flexibility to develop 2D games for Android, iOS, desktops, and the Web. Gain a professional perspective on this revolutionary path to game creation and publishing.

Using GameMaker: Studio may feel like play, but it's a serious tool that allows you to create, design, develop, and publish your very own games. With the push of a button, the program produces real, executable code for your very own "app store"-ready 2D game, complete and ready for market. GameMaker: Studio For Dummies provides complete and accurate information on how to create classic games and special effects, written in the characteristically easy-to-read Dummies style. Topics include:

• An overview of Studio, and how to get started
• The basic tools and techniques at the core of your design
• Advanced techniques for more seasoned game designers
• An inside look at what the premium upgrades have to offer

GameMaker: Studio makes game design 80% faster than coding for native languages, so you can take your game from concept to market in a matter of weeks. Why waste time and money doing it any other way? Whether you already have great ideas or just want to dabble, GameMaker: Studio For Dummies is the guide that will take you straight to guru status.  --  Publisher Marketing

Wordpress ( Missing Manuals ) (2ND ed.)

by Matthew MacDonald    (Find this book)

Whether you’re a budding blogger or seasoned Web designer, WordPress is a brilliant tool for creating websites, once you know how to tap its impressive features. The latest edition of this jargon-free Missing Manual shows you how to use WordPress 3.9’s themes, widgets, plug-ins, and souped-up editing and multimedia tools to build just about any kind of site.

The important stuff you need to know:

• Create your site. Get hands-on, A-to-Z instructions for building all types of websites, from classy blogs to professional-looking ecommerce sites.
• Add features. Choose from thousands of widgets and plug-ins to enhance your site’s ease of use, looks, and performance.
• Mix in multimedia. Add picture galleries, slideshows, video clips, music players, and podcasts to your pages.
• Attract an audience. Create automatic content feeds, sign up site subscribers, and help readers share your posts on social media.
• Fine-tune your content. Analyze site statistics to improve your content and reach, and to optimize your site for search engines.
• Go Mobile. Choose a theme that automatically reconfigures your site for mobile devices.
• Build a truly unique site. Learn how to customize WordPress themes to create a site that looks exactly the way you want it to.  --  Publisher Marketing

iPad and iPhone tips and tricks

by Jason Rich    (Get the Book)
iPad® and iPhone® Tips and Tricks iOS 8 for all models of iPad Air and iPad mini, iPad 3rd/4th generation, iPad 2, and iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, 5s, 5c, 5 and 4s Easily Unlock the Power of Your iPad, iPad mini, or iPhone Discover hundreds of tips and tricks you can use right away with your iPad, iPad mini, or iPhone to maximize its functionality. Learn how to use iOS 8 and utilize your Apple mobile device as a powerful communication, organization, and productivity tool, as well as a feature-packed entertainment device. Using an easy-to-understand, nontechnical approach, this book is ideal for beginners and more experienced iPad, iPad mini, and/or iPhone users who want to discover how to use the iOS 8 operating system with iCloud, and the latest versions of popular apps. This book covers all the latest iPhone and iPad models, including the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus as well as the latest iPad Air and iPad mini models. (Summary)