Java for Developers Pocket Primer


Book Description

As part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, this book is designed to provide a thorough introduction to Java development for people who are relatively new to the Java programming language. It is intended to be a fast-paced introduction to the core concepts of Java and Java APIs, illustrated with code samples using primarily Java 8. Companion files with source code are available. FEATURES: Covers Boolean logic, loops, arrays, recursion, OOP concepts, data structures, streams, SQL, and more Lists new features in Java 9 through Java 13 Features numerous code samples throughout Includes companion files with source code




C Programming Pocket Primer


Book Description

As part of the Pocket Primer series, this book provides an overviewof the major concepts to program in the language of C. Companion files withsource code from the book and figures are included. FEATURES: Provides an overview of the most important Cprogramming techniques Covers up-to-dateinformation regarding the C11 standard Includes two chapters on pointers Contains companion files with source code fromthe book eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected].




Data Science Fundamentals Pocket Primer


Book Description

As part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, this book is designed to introduce the reader to the basic concepts of data science using Python 3 and other computer applications. It is intended to be a fast-paced introduction to some basic features of data analytics and also covers statistics, data visualization, linear algebra, and regular expressions. The book includes numerous code samples using Python, NumPy, R, SQL, NoSQL, and Pandas. Companion files with source code and color figures are available. FEATURES: Includes a concise introduction to Python 3 and linear algebra Provides a thorough introduction to data visualization and regular expressions Covers NumPy, Pandas, R, and SQL Introduces probability and statistical concepts Features numerous code samples throughout Companion files with source code and figures




Python


Book Description

As part of the new Pocket Primer series, this book provides an overview of the major aspects and the source code to use Python 2. It covers the latest Python developments, built-in functions and custom classes, data visualization, graphics, databases, and more. It includes a companion disc with appendices, source code, and figures. This Pocket Primer is primarily for self-directed learners who want to learn Python 2 and it serves as a starting point for deeper exploration of Python programming. Features: +Includes a companion disc with appendices, source code, and figures +Contains material devoted to Raspberry Pi, Roomba, JSON, and Jython +Includes latest Python 2 developments, built-in functions and custom classes, data visualization, graphics, databases, and more +Provides a solid introduction to Python 2 via complete code samples On the CD-ROM: +Appendices (HTML5 and JavaScript Toolkits, Jython, SPA) +Source code samples +All images from the text (including 4-color) +Solutions to Odd-Numbered Exercises




Angular and Machine Learning Pocket Primer


Book Description

As part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, this book is designed to introduce the reader to basic machine learning concepts and incorporate that knowledge into Angular applications. The book is intended to be a fast-paced introduction to some basic features of machine learning and an overview of several popular machine learning classifiers. It includes code samples and numerous figures and covers topics such as Angular functionality, basic machine learning concepts, classification algorithms, TensorFlow and Keras. The files with code and color figures are on the companion disc with the book or available from the publisher. Features: Introduces the basic machine learning concepts and Angular applications Includes source code and full color figures




Data Structures and Algorithms in C++


Book Description

This book takes a minimalist approach to the traditional data structures course. It covers only those topics that are absolutely essential; the more esoteric structures and algorithms are left for later study. Suitable for an introductory data structures course or self-study, this book is written from the ground up in C++ (not translated from a Java-based text), and uses features of the C++ Standard Template Library to illustrate important concepts. A unique feature of the text is its use of literate programming techniques (originally developed by Donald Knuth) to present the sample code in a way that keeps the code from overwhelming the accompanying explanations. This book is suitable for an undergraduate data structures course using C++ or for developers needing review. Features • Takes a “minimalist” approach to the material that presents only essential concepts. This enables readers to focus on (and remember) just what they’ll need. • Uses select features of the C++11 standard to simplify the sample code and make it easier to understand. • Connects the concepts directly to the classes provided the Standard Template Library (STL), and shows how these classes can be implemented in C++. • Uses “literate programming” techniques that allow the presentation of the sample code to more clearly show the details of the code as well as how the pieces fit together.




Android


Book Description

As part of the best selling Pocket Primer series, this book provides an overview of the major aspects and the source code to use the latest versions of Android. It has coverage of the fundamental aspects of Android that are illustrated via code samples for versions 4.x through 7.x and features the Google Pixel phone. This Pocket Primer is primarily for self-directed learners who want to learn Android programming and it serves as a starting point for deeper exploration of its numerous applications. Companion disc (also available for downloading from the publisher) with source code, images, and appendices. Features: •Contains latest material on Android VR, graphics/animation, apps, and features the new Google Pixel phone •Includes companion files with all of the source code, appendices, and images from the book •Provides coverage of the fundamental aspects of Android that are illustrated via code samples for versions 4.x through 7.x On the Companion Files: • Source code samples • All images from the text (including 4-color) • Appendices (see Table of Contents)




Regular Expressions


Book Description

As part of the bestselling Pocket Primer series, the goal of this book is to introduce readers to regular expressions in several technologies. It is intended for data scientists, data analysts, and others who want to understand regular expressions to perform various tasks. You will acquire an understanding of how to create an assortment of regular expressions, such as filtering data for strings containing uppercase or lowercase letters; matching integers, decimals, hexadecimal, and scientific numbers; and context-dependent pattern matching expressions. It includes REs with Python, R, bash, Perl, Java, and more. Companion files with source code are available for downloading from the publisher. Features: • Uses REs with Python, R, bash, Java, and more • Packed with realistic examples and numerous commands • Assumes the reader has no prior experience, but the topic is covered comprehensively enough to teach a pro some new tricks • Includes companion files with all of the source code examples (download from the publisher) ON THE COMPANION FILES (available from the publisher for downloading) • Source code samples




Bash Command Line and Shell Scripts Pocket Primer


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As part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, this book is designed to introduce readers to an assortment of useful command-line utilities that can be combined to create simple, yet powerful shell scripts. While all examples and scripts use the “bash” command set, many of the concepts translate into other command shells (such as sh, ksh, zsh, and csh), including the concept of piping data between commands and the highly versatile sed and awk commands. Aimed at a reader relatively new to working in a bash environment, the book is comprehensive enough to be a good reference and teach a few new techniques to those who already have some experience with creating shell scripts. It contains a variety of code fragments and shell scripts for data scientists, data analysts, and other people who want shell-based solutions to “clean” various types of text files. In addition, the concepts and code samples in this book are useful for people who want to simplify routine tasks. Includes companion files with all of the source code examples (download from the publisher by writing to [email protected]). Features: Takes introductory concepts and commands in bash, and then demonstrates their uses in simple, yet powerful shell scripts Contains an assortment of shell scripts for data scientists, data analysts, and other people who want shell-based solutions to “clean” various types of text files Includes companion files with all of the source code examples (available for download from the publisher)




A Primer on Scientific Programming with Python


Book Description

The book serves as a first introduction to computer programming of scientific applications, using the high-level Python language. The exposition is example and problem-oriented, where the applications are taken from mathematics, numerical calculus, statistics, physics, biology and finance. The book teaches "Matlab-style" and procedural programming as well as object-oriented programming. High school mathematics is a required background and it is advantageous to study classical and numerical one-variable calculus in parallel with reading this book. Besides learning how to program computers, the reader will also learn how to solve mathematical problems, arising in various branches of science and engineering, with the aid of numerical methods and programming. By blending programming, mathematics and scientific applications, the book lays a solid foundation for practicing computational science. From the reviews: Langtangen ... does an excellent job of introducing programming as a set of skills in problem solving. He guides the reader into thinking properly about producing program logic and data structures for modeling real-world problems using objects and functions and embracing the object-oriented paradigm. ... Summing Up: Highly recommended. F. H. Wild III, Choice, Vol. 47 (8), April 2010 Those of us who have learned scientific programming in Python ‘on the streets’ could be a little jealous of students who have the opportunity to take a course out of Langtangen’s Primer.” John D. Cook, The Mathematical Association of America, September 2011 This book goes through Python in particular, and programming in general, via tasks that scientists will likely perform. It contains valuable information for students new to scientific computing and would be the perfect bridge between an introduction to programming and an advanced course on numerical methods or computational science. Alex Small, IEEE, CiSE Vol. 14 (2), March /April 2012 “This fourth edition is a wonderful, inclusive textbook that covers pretty much everything one needs to know to go from zero to fairly sophisticated scientific programming in Python...” Joan Horvath, Computing Reviews, March 2015