Mastering Code: A Deep Dive into Modern Computer Programming


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Are you ready to explore the vast and ever-evolving landscape of computer programming? “The Programmer's Odyssey: A Journey Through Modern Computing” is your gateway to mastering the skills and concepts essential for success in the world of technology. This unique guide takes you on an immersive journey from the very basics of programming to the advanced realms of web development, data science, and machine learning. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to offer clear explanations, practical examples, and hands-on exercises that make complex topics accessible and engaging. Inside “The Programmer's Odyssey” You Will Discover: Foundations of Programming: Learn the core concepts of coding with languages like Python, JavaScript, and C++. Understand variables, control structures, and algorithms that form the backbone of programming. Web Development Essentials: Dive into both front-end and back-end technologies. Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Angular to build stunning, interactive websites and applications. Data Science and Machine Learning: Uncover the mysteries of data analysis and predictive modeling. From data cleaning and exploratory analysis to advanced machine learning algorithms, this chapter equips you with the tools to turn data into actionable insights. Advanced Topics: Expand your knowledge with deep dives into web security, performance optimization, and the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and deep learning. Each chapter features real-world examples, practical projects, and a range of resources for further learning. Whether you are a beginner eager to start your programming journey or an experienced developer looking to expand your skill set, “The Programmer's Odyssey” is the perfect companion for your educational and professional growth. Start your programming odyssey today and transform your passion for technology into mastery of the digital realm!




Mastering Swift 5


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Harness the power of the latest edition with this in-depth and comprehensive guide to the Swift language Key FeaturesFifth edition of this bestselling book, improved and updated to cover the latest version of the Swift 5 programming languageGet to grips with popular and modern design techniques to write easy-to-manage Swift codeLearn how to use core Swift features such as concurrency, generics, and copy-on-write in your codeBook Description Over the years, the Mastering Swift book has established itself amongst developers as a popular choice as an in-depth and practical guide to the Swift programming language. The latest edition is fully updated and revised to cover the new version: Swift 5. Inside this book, you'll find the key features of Swift 5 easily explained with complete sets of examples. From the basics of the language to popular features such as concurrency, generics, and memory management, this definitive guide will help you develop your expertise and mastery of the Swift language. Mastering Swift 5, Fifth Edition will give you an in-depth knowledge of some of the most sophisticated elements in Swift development, including protocol extensions, error handling, and closures. It will guide you on how to use and apply them in your own projects. Later, you'll see how to leverage the power of protocol-oriented programming to write flexible and easier-to-manage code. You will also see how to add the copy-on-write feature to your custom value types and how to avoid memory management issues caused by strong reference cycles. What you will learnUnderstand core Swift components, including operators, collections, control flows, and functionsLearn how and when to use classes, structures, and enumerationsUnderstand how to use protocol-oriented design with extensions to write easier-to-manage codeUse design patterns with Swift, to solve commonly occurring design problemsImplement copy-on-write for you custom value types to improve performanceAdd concurrency to your applications using Grand Central Dispatch and Operation QueuesImplement generics to write flexible and reusable codeWho this book is for This book is for developers who want to delve into the newest version of Swift. If you are a developer and learn best by looking at and working with code, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Apple's tools would be beneficial but not mandatory. All examples should work on the Linux platform as well.




Code


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The classic guide to how computers work, updated with new chapters and interactive graphics "For me, Code was a revelation. It was the first book about programming that spoke to me. It started with a story, and it built up, layer by layer, analogy by analogy, until I understood not just the Code, but the System. Code is a book that is as much about Systems Thinking and abstractions as it is about code and programming. Code teaches us how many unseen layers there are between the computer systems that we as users look at every day and the magical silicon rocks that we infused with lightning and taught to think." - Scott Hanselman, Partner Program Director, Microsoft, and host of Hanselminutes Computers are everywhere, most obviously in our laptops and smartphones, but also our cars, televisions, microwave ovens, alarm clocks, robot vacuum cleaners, and other smart appliances. Have you ever wondered what goes on inside these devices to make our lives easier but occasionally more infuriating? For more than 20 years, readers have delighted in Charles Petzold's illuminating story of the secret inner life of computers, and now he has revised it for this new age of computing. Cleverly illustrated and easy to understand, this is the book that cracks the mystery. You'll discover what flashlights, black cats, seesaws, and the ride of Paul Revere can teach you about computing, and how human ingenuity and our compulsion to communicate have shaped every electronic device we use. This new expanded edition explores more deeply the bit-by-bit and gate-by-gate construction of the heart of every smart device, the central processing unit that combines the simplest of basic operations to perform the most complex of feats. Petzold's companion website, CodeHiddenLanguage.com, uses animated graphics of key circuits in the book to make computers even easier to comprehend. In addition to substantially revised and updated content, new chapters include: Chapter 18: Let's Build a Clock! Chapter 21: The Arithmetic Logic Unit Chapter 22: Registers and Busses Chapter 23: CPU Control Signals Chapter 24: Jumps, Loops, and Calls Chapter 28: The World Brain From the simple ticking of clocks to the worldwide hum of the internet, Code reveals the essence of the digital revolution.




Mastering Data Structures and Algorithms with Java


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Mastering Data Structures and Algorithms with Java is a comprehensive guide designed to help students, software engineers, and coding enthusiasts develop a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms. Whether you’re a beginner or someone looking to enhance your problem-solving skills, this book provides a step-by-step approach to mastering the concepts that power the world of software development. Written with clear explanations and practical examples in Java, this book covers a wide range of topics, starting from fundamental data structures like arrays, linked lists, stacks, and queues, to more advanced structures like trees, graphs, heaps, and tries. The book also dives deep into various algorithms including sorting, searching, recursion, dynamic programming, and graph traversal techniques like BFS and DFS. The unique strength of this book lies in its combination of theory with real-world Java implementations, allowing readers to both understand the underlying concepts and apply them in practical coding scenarios. Additionally, each chapter is supported by code examples, diagrams, and problem sets that provide hands-on experience in tackling algorithmic challenges, making it an ideal resource for coding interview preparation. From basic operations to complexity analysis and optimization techniques, Mastering Data Structures and Algorithms with Java equips you with the tools necessary to write efficient, scalable, and performance-oriented code. It also includes a chapter dedicated to advanced data structures and practical tips for succeeding in coding interviews. Whether you're preparing for technical job interviews or simply looking to strengthen your programming foundation, this book will serve as an invaluable resource for mastering one of the most important areas of computer science.




Powerful Python


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Once you've mastered the basics of Python, how do you skill up to the top 1%? How do you focus your learning time on topics that yield the most benefit for production engineering and data teams—without getting distracted by info of little real-world use? This book answers these questions and more. Based on author Aaron Maxwell's software engineering career in Silicon Valley, this unique book focuses on the Python first principles that act to accelerate everything else: the 5% of programming knowledge that makes the remaining 95% fall like dominos. It's also this knowledge that helps you become an exceptional Python programmer, fast. Learn how to think like a Pythonista: explore advanced Pythonic thinking Create lists, dicts, and other data structures using a high-level, readable, and maintainable syntax Explore higher-order function abstractions that form the basis of Python libraries Examine Python's metaprogramming tool for priceless patterns of code reuse Master Python's error model and learn how to leverage it in your own code Learn the more potent and advanced tools of Python's object system Take a deep dive into Python's automated testing and TDD Learn how Python logging helps you troubleshoot and debug more quickly




Dive Into Deep Learning


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The leading experts in system change and learning, with their school-based partners around the world, have created this essential companion to their runaway best-seller, Deep Learning: Engage the World Change the World. This hands-on guide provides a roadmap for building capacity in teachers, schools, districts, and systems to design deep learning, measure progress, and assess conditions needed to activate and sustain innovation. Dive Into Deep Learning: Tools for Engagement is rich with resources educators need to construct and drive meaningful deep learning experiences in order to develop the kind of mindset and know-how that is crucial to becoming a problem-solving change agent in our global society. Designed in full color, this easy-to-use guide is loaded with tools, tips, protocols, and real-world examples. It includes: • A framework for deep learning that provides a pathway to develop the six global competencies needed to flourish in a complex world — character, citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking. • Learning progressions to help educators analyze student work and measure progress. • Learning design rubrics, templates and examples for incorporating the four elements of learning design: learning partnerships, pedagogical practices, learning environments, and leveraging digital. • Conditions rubrics, teacher self-assessment tools, and planning guides to help educators build, mobilize, and sustain deep learning in schools and districts. Learn about, improve, and expand your world of learning. Put the joy back into learning for students and adults alike. Dive into deep learning to create learning experiences that give purpose, unleash student potential, and transform not only learning, but life itself.




Mastering PLC Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Programming


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Discover the Proficiency of Advanced PLC Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Programming with "Mastering PLC Sequential Function Chart Programming" In the realm of industrial automation, the ability to craft efficient and advanced Sequential Function Chart (SFC) programs is paramount for driving efficiency and control. "Mastering PLC Sequential Function Chart Programming" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of creating sophisticated and optimized SFC programs. Whether you're a seasoned automation engineer or new to PLC programming, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of SFC programming. About the Book: "Mastering PLC Sequential Function Chart Programming" takes you on an enlightening journey through the complexities of PLC programming, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. From steps and transitions to real-world applications, this book covers it all. Each chapter is meticulously designed to provide both a deep understanding of the concepts and practical applications in real-world scenarios. Key Features: · Foundational Principles: Build a solid foundation by understanding the core principles of PLCs, Sequential Function Charts, and industrial automation systems. · SFC Elements: Explore a range of SFC elements, including steps, transitions, states, and sequences, understanding how to create sophisticated control logic. · Programming Techniques: Master advanced programming techniques such as parallelism, exception handling, and state synchronization, ensuring optimal program structure. · Advanced Control Strategies: Dive into complex control strategies for batch processing, complex workflows, and system coordination, enabling you to solve intricate automation challenges. · Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Integration: Learn how to integrate PLC SFC programs with HMIs for seamless operator interaction and system visualization. · Real-World Applications: Gain insights from real-world examples spanning industries, from manufacturing and process control to pharmaceuticals and beyond. · Validation and Testing: Understand strategies for testing SFC programs, simulating behavior, and ensuring reliable automation solutions. · Safety and Reliability: Explore best practices for ensuring safety and reliability in PLC SFC programming, including error handling and fail-safe mechanisms. Who This Book Is For: "Mastering PLC Sequential Function Chart Programming" is designed for automation engineers, programmers, developers, and anyone involved in industrial control systems. Whether you're aiming to enhance your skills or embark on a journey toward becoming an SFC programming expert, this book provides the insights and tools to navigate the complexities of sequential function chart programming. © 2023 Cybellium Ltd. All rights reserved. www.cybellium.com




C# 7.0 in a Nutshell


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When you have questions about C# 7.0 or the .NET CLR and its core Framework assemblies, this bestselling guide has the answers you need. Since its debut in 2000, C# has become a language of unusual flexibility and breadth, but its continual growth means there’s always more to learn. Organized around concepts and use cases, this updated edition provides intermediate and advanced programmers with a concise map of C# and .NET knowledge. Dive in and discover why this Nutshell guide is considered the definitive reference on C#. Get up to speed on the C# language, from the basics of syntax and variables to advanced topics such as pointers, operator overloading, and dynamic binding Dig deep into LINQ via three chapters dedicated to the topic Explore concurrency and asynchrony, advanced threading, and parallel programming Work with .NET features, including XML, regular expressions, networking, serialization, reflection, application domains, and security Delve into Roslyn, the modular C# 7.0 compiler-as-a-service




Python in Practice


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Winner of the 2014 Jolt Award for "Best Book" "Whether you are an experienced programmer or are starting your career, Python in Practice is full of valuable advice and example to help you improve your craft by thinking about problems from different perspectives, introducing tools, and detailing techniques to create more effective solutions." --Doug Hellmann, Senior Developer, DreamHost If you're an experienced Python programmer, Python in Practice will help you improve the quality, reliability, speed, maintainability, and usability of all your Python programs. Mark Summerfield focuses on four key themes: design patterns for coding elegance, faster processing through concurrency and compiled Python (Cython), high-level networking, and graphics. He identifies well-proven design patterns that are useful in Python, illuminates them with expert-quality code, and explains why some object-oriented design patterns are irrelevant to Python. He also explodes several counterproductive myths about Python programming--showing, for example, how Python can take full advantage of multicore hardware. All examples, including three complete case studies, have been tested with Python 3.3 (and, where possible, Python 3.2 and 3.1) and crafted to maintain compatibility with future Python 3.x versions. All code has been tested on Linux, and most code has also been tested on OS X and Windows. All code may be downloaded at www.qtrac.eu/pipbook.html. Coverage includes Leveraging Python's most effective creational, structural, and behavioral design patterns Supporting concurrency with Python's multiprocessing, threading, and concurrent.futures modules Avoiding concurrency problems using thread-safe queues and futures rather than fragile locks Simplifying networking with high-level modules, including xmlrpclib and RPyC Accelerating Python code with Cython, C-based Python modules, profiling, and other techniques Creating modern-looking GUI applications with Tkinter Leveraging today's powerful graphics hardware via the OpenGL API using pyglet and PyOpenGL




Training Kit (Exam 70-461): Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012


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Ace your preparation for Microsoft® Certification Exam 70-461 with this 2-in-1 Training Kit from Microsoft Press®. Work at your own pace through a series of lessons and practical exercises, and then assess your skills with practice tests on CD—featuring multiple, customizable testing options. Maximize your performance on the exam by learning how to: Create database objects Work with data Modify data Troubleshoot and optimize queries You also get an exam discount voucher—making this book an exceptional value and a great career investment.