Apache Cordova 3 ProgrammingWritten for experienced mobile developers, Apache Cordova 3 Programming is a complete introduction to Apache Cordova 3 and Adobe PhoneGap 3. It describes what makes Cordova important and shows how to install and use the tools, the new Cordova CLI, the native SDKs, and more. If you're brand new to Cordova, this book will be just what you need to get started. If you're familiar with an older version of Cordova, this book will show you in detail how to use all of the new stuff that's in Cordova 3 plus stuff that has been around for a while (like the Cordova core APIs).
After walking you through the process of downloading and setting up the framework, mobile expert John M. Wargo shows you how to install and use the command line tools to manage the Cordova application lifecycle and how to set up and use development environments for several of the more popular Cordova supported mobile device platforms. ...
Visual Basic 2010 UnleashedVisual Basic 2010 Unleashed is the most comprehensive, practical reference to modern object-oriented programming with Visual Basic 2010. Written by Visual Basic MVP Alessandro Del Sole, a long-time leader of the global VB community, this book illuminates the core of the VB language and demonstrates its effective use in a wide variety of programming scenarios.
Del Sole covers both Visual Basic 2010 Professional Edition for professional developers and the Express Edition for hobbyists, novices, and students. Writing for VB programmers at all levels of experience, he walks through using VB 2010 for data access, user interface development, networking, communication, and many other tasks. ...
Visual Studio Tools for Office 2007Visual Studio Tools for Office 2007: VSTO for Excel, Word, and Outlook is the definitive book on VSTO 2008 programming, written by the inventors of the technology. VSTO is a set of tools that allows professional developers to use the full power of Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 and the .NET Framework to program against Microsoft Office 2007.
This book delivers in one place all the information you need to succeed using VSTO to program against Word 2007, Excel 2007, and Outlook 2007, and provides the necessary background to customize Visio 2007, Publisher 2007, and PowerPoint 2007. It introduces the Office 2007 object models, covers the most commonly used objects in those object models, and will help you avoid the pitfalls caused by the COM origins of the Office object models. ...
Using Joomla!, 2nd EditionIf you're new to content management systems—or even new to building websites—this practical guide will get you up and running in no time. You don't have to know much code, if any, to get started.
Need to build a website quickly? Have a client that requires a powerful website with lots of compelling features? Ideal for web designers and developers alike, this updated edition takes you step-by-step through site creation with Joomla, with plenty of hands-on exercises along the way. ...
Unity 2D Game DevelopmentPrepare yourself to travel back to the 90s and build a game like they used to make, using today's technology. That's right; we're talking about making 2D games using Unity!
This book will help you build 2D games in Unity using the engine's 2D technologies added in Version 4.3. You'll learn the basics of importing assets and building foundation technology all the way up to full combat and boss battles! With the book's straightforward and practical approach, each chapter takes you a step closer to the final game. We will wrap things up by looking into the basic aspects of the game's UI. ...
Ubuntu Unleashed 2010 Edition, 5th EditionUbuntu Unleashed 2010 Edition presents comprehensive coverage of the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. Windows users, Mac users, and Linux enthusiasts have been increasingly turning to Ubuntu for a user-friendly, easy-to-use Linux distribution.
This book provides detailed information on installing, using, and administering Ubuntu. You will learn how to set up a workstation or a server, and you will find complete details on Ubuntu's easy-to-use desktop and productivity software. ...
Training Guide: Configuring Windows 8Designed to help network administrators develop real-world, job-role-specific skills - this Training Guide focuses on deploying and managing Windows 8 clients in the enterprise. Build hands-on expertise through a series of lessons, exercises, and suggested practices - and help maximize your performance on the job. ...
Training Guide: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012Designed to help enterprise administrators develop real-world, job-role-specific skills - this Training Guide focuses on deploying and managing core infrastructure services in Windows Server 2012. Build hands-on expertise through a series of lessons, exercises, and suggested practices - and help maximize your performance on the job. ...
Windows Internals, 5th EditionSee how the core components of the Windows operating system work behind the scenes - guided by a team of internationally renowned internals experts. Fully updated for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista, this classic guide delivers key architectural insights on system design, debugging, performance, and support - along with hands-on experiments to experience Windows internal behavior firsthand. ...
Windows 7 Plain & SimpleLearn the simplest ways to get things done with Windows 7!
Get the fast facts that make learning Windows 7 plain and simple! This no-nonsense guide uses easy-to-follow steps and screenshots and clear, concise language to show the simplest ways to perform everyday tasks and get stuff done with Windows 7. Here's WHAT you'll learn: Run programs, control gadgets, play games; Send e-mail, browse the Web, and share your files; Organize your digital media, including photos, music, and videos; Burn CDs and DVDs; make your own movies; Set up your printer and a simple home network; Manage security settings and perform easy tune-ups and fixes Here’s HOW you'll learn it; Jump in wherever you need answers; Easy-to-follow steps and screenshots show you techniques and shortcuts; Use quick TRY THIS! exercises to apply what you learn right away. ...