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• Facebook Application Development with Graph API Cookbook
• Agile IT Security Implementation Methodology
• IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide
• Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 New Features
• Microsoft SharePoint 2010 and Windows PowerShell 2.0: Expert Cookbook
• 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius
• The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Course: Online Marketing

Facebook Application Development with Graph API Cookbook Posted: 05 Dec 2011 06:42 AM PST Book Description With a user base of nearly 800 million people, Facebook is the number one social networking platform. Applications can be created to interact with this huge user base in various ways both inside and outside Facebook. These applications, if developed effectively and efficiently, offer a free medium for promotion and publicity of a product or an organization. Facebook Application Development with Graph API Cookbook covers both the concepts and implementations necessary to develop Facebook applications and provides ready to use code for common scenarios faced by a developer while creating these applications. It incorporates the newly launched Facebook Graph API and also presents the reader with some intuitive ready to use applications. This book guides the reader step by step, from start to finish, through various stages of Facebook application development. It begins by exploring the Facebook application registration and discussing the verification and authentication technique. It then takes you through the various ways in which you can use Facebook Graph API for interacting with users such as posting on a user's wall, tagging a user in a picture, etc. Accessing complex Facebook user data by formulating a series of queries, doing client side scripting and incorporating Facebook Dialog interface are some other features that have been incorporated in this book. Integration of various Facebook Social Plugins such as the like box in your web page has also been discussed. Further you will get to know the concept of virtual currency and how to programmatically derive Facebook analytics data. As the book progresses, you will learn to use and integrate many more advanced features in Facebook application development. The book contains ready to use code that can be deployed instantly. Towards the end, the book houses a variety of ready to use Facebook applications so as to help readers derive their own applications from them. What you will learn from this book: Install Facebook PHP SDK and register your Facebook application Obtain access token and perform session validation for current Facebook user Work with the newly launched Facebook Graph API Get an insight into the core of Facebook application development such as creating a post on wall, publishing pictures, tagging users, etc Connect to Facebook Social Graph by using Facebook PHP and JavaScript SDKs Leverage Facebook Query Language in order to obtain complex Facebook user data Use Facebook Dialogs to enhance user experience Power your websites with Facebook Social Plugins Define your website content to Facebook Graph using Facebook Open Graph Protocol Handle transactions through Facebook Credits Use XFBML tags to enrich your application Extract Facebook application analytics data Create your own applications, from tip to toe, with ready to use code Approach Written in a cookbook style, this book offers solutions using a recipe-based approach. Each recipe contains step-by-step instructions followed by an analysis of what was done in each task and other useful information. The cookbook approach means you can dive into whatever recipes you want in no particular order. The book provides tips and tricks to the most common problems and scenarios faced in Facebook Application Development. Who this book is written for This book is written for Facebook developers ranging from novice to expert. It uses PHP, HTML and jQuery, the most commonly used platforms, to build applications in Facebook. Book Details Paperback: 350 pages Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 1849690928 ISBN-13: 978-1849690928 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts WordPress 3.0 jQuery (25-10-2010) Facebook Application Development For Dummies (27-07-2011) CMS Made Simple Development Cookbook (11-05-2011) Yii 1.1 Application Development Cookbook (07-09-2011) SilverStripe 2.4 Module Extension, Themes, and Widgets: Beginner's Guide (15-06-2011) Pro PHP and jQuery (09-07-2010) Pro Drupal 7 Development, 3rd Edition (21-12-2010) PHP jQuery Cookbook (08-02-2011) Magento 1.4 Development Cookbook (09-02-2011) jQuery and JavaScript in Drupal (Video) (12-07-2010)

Agile IT Security Implementation Methodology Posted: 05 Dec 2011 06:42 AM PST Book Description Security is one of the most difficult areas in today's IT industry. The reason being; the speed at which security methods are developing is considerably slower than the methods of hacking. One of the ways to tackle this is to implement Agile IT Security. Agile IT security methodology is based on proven software development practices. It takes the best works from Agile Software Development (Scrum, OpenUp, Lean) and applies it to security implementations. This book combines the Agile software development practices with IT security. It teaches you how to deal with the ever-increasing threat to IT security and helps you build robust security with lesser costs than most other methods of security. It is designed to teach the fundamental methodologies of an agile approach to IT security. Its intent is to compare traditional IT security implementation approaches to new agile methodologies. Written by a senior IT specialist at IBM, you can rest assured of the usability of these methods directly in your organization. This book will teach IT Security professionals the concepts and principles that IT development has been using for years to help minimize risk and work more efficiently. The book will take you through various scenarios and aspects of security issues and teach you how to implement security and overcome hurdles during your implementation. It begins by identifying risks in IT security and showing how Agile principles can be used to tackle them. It then moves to developing security policies and identifying your organization’s assets. The last section teaches you how you can overcome real-world issues in implementing Agile security in your organization including dealing with your colleagues. What you will learn from this book : Understand the various modern-day security risks and concerns and how Agile IT security is useful in dealing with these risks Learn Agile principles like pairwise, refactoring, collective ownership, collaboration, track project divergence and velocity rates Develop security policies and articulate security value and take steps to ensure your employees' security awareness Identify your organization's high value assets and apply risk-driven security Employ Lean implementation principles like eliminating waste, amplified learning, late decisions and fast deliveries Learn what teams in your organization can help you with security, and tie up with them Learn how to overcome Agile barriers and fears and train your security professionals Learn Agile team success factors and Agile risk success factors Approach The book is a tutorial that goes from basic to professional level for Agile IT security. It begins by assuming little knowledge of agile security. Readers should hold a good knowledge of security methods and agile development. Who this book is written for The book is targeted at IT security managers, directors, and architects. It is useful for anyone responsible for the deployment of IT security countermeasures. Security people with a strong knowledge of agile software development will find this book to be a good review of agile concepts. Book Details Paperback: 120 pages Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 1849685703 ISBN-13: 978-1849685702 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts User Stories Applied: For Agile Software Development (19-07-2011) The Agile Samurai: How Agile Masters Deliver Great Software (28-09-2010) Security on Rails (19-12-2009) Pro PHP Security: From Application Security Principles to the Implementation of XSS Defenses, 2nd Edition (04-01-2011) Pro Agile .NET Development with SCRUM (24-10-2011) Practices of an Agile Developer: Working in the Real World (27-07-2009) Practices for Scaling Lean & Agile Development: Large, Multisite, and Offshore Product Development with Large-Scale Scrum (31-01-2010) Managing Software Debt: Building for Inevitable Change (03-02-2011) Management 3.0: Leading Agile Developers, Developing Agile Leaders (01-02-2011) Lean-Agile Acceptance Test-Driven Development: Better Software Through Collaboration (31-01-2011)

IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide Posted: 05 Dec 2011 06:42 AM PST Book Description Sametime 8.5.2 delivers a state-of-the-art enterprise-ready instant messaging and meeting service. This Administrator’s Guide navigates through the range of Sametime server components and features, providing you with the essential information required to install, administer and troubleshoot your Sametime 8.5.2 environment.The IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide cuts through the complexity of architecting, installing, and administering all the moving parts of the latest version of Sametime. With this book, you will be able to make the necessary decisions when it comes to choosing which server components you need and how to install them to get the most performance and maintainability from the software. Starting with an overview of Sametime 8.5.2, you will then dive into each server component. You learn what each one does, why it might be needed in your environment, and what you need to have in place to run it. By the end, you'll have Sametime running and configured properly for your particular situation.With flexibility comes complexity– but not with this guide. You'll learn how different architectures are possible and how to prepare properly for the installation of Sametime. You'll learn how to install the servers in the right order so that you can maintain and expand your environment in the future. You'll also find out how best to monitor your Sametime environment for issues, as well as how to effectively troubleshoot those problems so that you can quickly get Sametime running again.The IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide is the perfect one-stop resource for learning important installation and configuration details quickly and easily. What you will learn from this book: Explore the server components that make up the Sametime 8.5.2 offering. Discover the requirements for each server, along with the features each provides – alone and integrated with other servers. Understand how to install each Sametime server and how to make installation choices that will support your infrastructure into the future. Explore how the WebSphere Application Server (WAS) architecture is used to run Sametime servers and how WAS impacts your system design. Design your Sametime environment to meet your current requirements and learn how you can build to allow for future growth. Discover how to use your corporate directory for authentication for Sametime. Attain the necessary skills for integrating business cards into your Sametime environment. Explore the new options for connecting remotely to Sametime with mobile devices. Discover the optional features: Sametime Telephony, Sametime Advanced and Sametime Gateway and how they can extend your environment. Master the best practices for administering and troubleshooting your Sametime environment. Approach The IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide uses a practical, no-nonsense approach to give you the essential information you need. Using realistic scenarios, you learn how to configure and maintain your environment to meet your needs and take advantage of the flexibility offered in Sametime 8.5.2. Who this book is written for If you are responsible for installing and administering Sametime 8.5.2, then this book is for you. If you're completely new to Sametime administration, this book will serve as your roadmap. If you're making the jump from a prior version of Sametime, then you'll see how Sametime 8.5.2 differs and how you work with the new configuration. Even if you already have Sametime 8.5.2 up and running, this guide will answer those questions you may still have of why and how the various server components work. Book Details Paperback: 484 pages Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 1849683042 ISBN-13: 978-1849683043 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts Zenoss Core 3.x Network and System Monitoring (11-05-2011) Windows® Small Business Server 2008 Administrator's Companion (25-01-2010) Windows Sysinternals Administrator's Reference (13-07-2011) Windows Small Business Server 2011 Administrator's Pocket Consultant (06-08-2011) Windows Small Business Server 2011 Administrator's Companion (06-06-2011) Windows Server 2008 R2 Unleashed (05-02-2010) Windows Server 2008 How-To (01-03-2010) Windows PowerShell Cookbook (20-08-2010) Windows PowerShell 2.0 Administrator's Pocket Consultant (25-01-2010) Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Administrator's Companion (25-01-2010)

Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 New Features Posted: 05 Dec 2011 03:12 AM PST Book Description Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 offers exciting new features that enable you to build and maintain a robust customer relationship management system in your organisation. This book is your one stop resource to get to grips with all the new features of Dynamics CRM 2011. To make learning fun and engaging, we will build an Airline Compensation Management (ACM) system using Dynamics CRM 2011. The book starts by setting up the development environment for Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011. We will then build a structural architecture for the ACM system and configure it in Dynamics CRM 2011. While doing this, we will learn about the new customization features offered by Dynamics CRM 2011. We will then move on to Data Importing and will cover the Import Data Wizard tool, as well as the Import file/data web service which provides additional capabilities that are not available in the Import Data Wizard. We will use client-side programming to perform data validation, automation, and process enhancement and learn powerful event driven server-side programming methods: Plug-Ins and Processes (Formerly Workflows). The book then steers you towards SharePoint integration, Charts and Dashboards, Customizing the Ribbon and Sitemap, and extending Dynamics CRM 2011 in the cloud. Finally we will package the ACM solution and learn how to deploy it. What you will learn from this book: Set up a development environment for Dynamics CRM 2011 Import your important data from various sources using the Import Data Wizard Use web resources to store files virtually Visualize your data using filters, charts, and dashboards Customize the default Microsoft Dynamics ribbon Improve document management in your CRM system by integrating it with SharePoint 2010 Approach This book is packed with practical steps and screenshots to make learning fun and addictive. You will learn to build a complete Airline Compensation Management system using Dynamics CRM 2011. Who this book is written for If you want a focused book that gets you up-to-speed with the new features of Microsft Dynamics CRM 2011 then this is the perfect book for you. Book Details Paperback: 288 pages Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 1849682062 ISBN-13: 978-1849682060 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts Working with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 (05-05-2011) Sams Teach Yourself Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4 in 24 Hours (21-10-2009) Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 Step by Step (18-02-2011) Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 Administration Bible (16-03-2011) XNA Game Studio 4.0 Programming: Developing for Windows Phone 7 and Xbox 360 (26-01-2011) XNA 4.0 Game Development by Example: Beginner's Guide (29-10-2010) XNA 3D Primer (15-01-2011) XBOX 360 Forensics (20-10-2011) WPF Programmer's Reference: Windows Presentation Foundation with C# 2010 and .NET 4 (18-03-2010) WPF Control Development Unleashed (21-10-2009)

Microsoft SharePoint 2010 and Windows PowerShell 2.0: Expert Cookbook Posted: 05 Dec 2011 03:08 AM PST Book Description PowerShell is tightly integrated with SharePoint 2010, demonstrating an important alliance between the fastest growing collaboration and web publishing platform, and the latest task automation framework. The advantages of PowerShell and SharePoint integration help administrators and infrastructure specialists achieve everyday enterprise tasks more efficiently, and this book will ensure you get the most out of SharePoint configuration and management. When it comes to custom SharePoint 2010 solution configuration, creating robust PowerShell scripts is the best option for saving time and providing a point of reference as to the changes made in the server environment. This practical expert cookbook translates the most commonly found scenarios into a series of immediately usable recipes, allowing you to get up and running straight away with writing powerful PowerShell scripts for SharePoint. "Microsoft SharePoint 2010 and Windows PowerShell 2.0: Expert Cookbook" focuses on a range of distinct areas of SharePoint administration, with expert recipes targeting unique business examples. You will learn exactly how solutions were achieved for managing SharePoint list settings with PowerShell, PowerShell configuration of SharePoint FAST Search, and more. You will also learn how to tailor the recipe to your own business needs. With this advanced cookbook in hand, you will be fully equipped with the source code as a starting point for creating your scripts in order to take advantage of the integration between SharePoint and PowerShell. What you will learn from this book: Automate your SharePoint 2010 custom solution deployment by using a robust PowerShell script Master the management of SharePoint lists and list settings with PowerShell Simplify SharePoint server management by using PowerShell for tasks like web application settings, configuration and monitoring, sandbox features and more Get to the bottom of administering Business Connectivity Services (BCS) in SharePoint Configure SharePoint FAST Search using PowerShell including audience targeting and improving search results Get the most out of document and records management in SharePoint 2010 by automating configuration Go further with PowerShell to create your own PowerShell commands (CMDLETs) and snap-ins and share them with your team Approach "Microsoft SharePoint 2010 and Windows PowerShell 2.0: Expert Cookbook" is a concise and above all advanced cookbook, with practical expert recipes for SharePoint and PowerShell automation. Who this book is written for If you are a SharePoint administrator or IT Pro who wants to extend your knowledge of PowerShell automation, this book is a must have. You should have a solid grasp of working with SharePoint and PowerShell respectively. Book Details Paperback: 310 pages Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 1849684103 ISBN-13: 978-1849684101 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts PowerShell for SharePoint 2010 How-To (23-07-2011) Microsoft SharePoint 2010: Deploying Cloud-Based Solutions (14-10-2011) Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Administrator's Companion (29-09-2010) Inside Microsoft SharePoint 2010 (28-02-2011) Windows Small Business Server 2011 Administrator's Pocket Consultant (06-08-2011) Windows Powershell in Action, 2nd Edition (24-06-2011) Windows PowerShell Cookbook (20-08-2010) Windows PowerShell 2.0 Administrator's Pocket Consultant (25-01-2010) Using Microsoft InfoPath 2010 with Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Step by Step (12-11-2011) SQL Server MVP Deep Dives, Volume 2 (01-11-2011)

15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius Posted: 05 Dec 2011 02:53 AM PST Book Description UNLEASH YOUR INNER MAD SCIENTIST! This wickedly inventive guide explains how to design and build 15 fiendishly fun electronics projects. Filled with photos and illustrations, 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius includes step-by-step directions, as well as a construction primer for those who are new to electronics projects. Using easy-to-find components and equipment, this do-it-yourself book shows you how to create a variety of mischievous gadgets, such as a remote-controlled laser, motorized multicolored LEDs that write in the air, and a surveillance robot. You’ll also learn to use the highly popular Arduino microcontroller board with three of the projects. 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius: Features step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations Covers essential safety measures Reveals the scientific principles behind the projects Removes the frustration factor–all required parts are listed, along with sources Build these devious devices to amaze your friends and confound your enemies! Coil gun Trebuchet Ping pong ball minigun Mini laser turret Balloon-popping laser gun Touch-activated laser sight Laser-grid intruder alarm Persistence-of-vision display Covert radio bug Laser voice transmitter Flash bomb High-brightness LED strobe Levitation machine Snailbot Surveillance robot Each fun, inexpensive Evil Genius project includes a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions for easy assembly. The larger workbook-style layout and convenient two-column format make following the step-by-step instructions a breeze. VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AND SOURCE CODE ARE AVAILABLE AT WWW.DANGEROUSLYMAD.COM Make Great Stuff! TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists. Table of contents Chapter 1 Coil Gun Chapter 2 Trebuchet Chapter 3 Ping Pong Ball Minigun Chapter 4 Mini Laser Turret Chapter 5 Balloon-popping Laser Gun Chapter 6 Touch Activated Laser Sight Chapter 7 Laser-grid Intruder Alarm Chapter 8 Persistence of Vision Display Chapter 9 Covert Radio Bug Chapter 10 Laser Voice Transmitter Chapter 11 Flash Bomb Chapter 12 High Brightness LED Strobe Chapter 13 Levitation Machine Chapter 14 Light Seeking Microbot Chapter 15 Surveillance Robot Appendix A Electronics Construction Primer Book Details Paperback: 242 pages Publisher: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics (May 2011) Language: English ISBN-10: 0071755675 ISBN-13: 978-0071755672 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.

The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Course: Online Marketing Posted: 05 Dec 2011 02:53 AM PST Book Description A crash course on the most dynamic marketing platform today! Online marketing has evolved far beyond flashy websites and banner ads shouting at customers about your product. It’s about using an array of Internet tools to build credibility and visibility, spread your message, and form meaningful customer relationships. The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Course: Online Marketing puts you on the fast track to harnessing the power of the Web for your marketing goals. It begins with planning and building a website and then provides in-depth coverage of essential online marketing tools and techniques, such as: Content marketing and blogging Social media marketing Web analytics Search Engine Optimization (SEO ) E-mail marketing Online Public Relations Earn a Certificate of Achievement Through A Free Online Examination! The McGraw-Hill 36 Hour Course: Online Marketing spells it all out in easy-to-understand terms and actionable steps. You're already on your way to Web marketing mastery! Table of contents Chapter 1. Building a Web Marketing Foundation Chapter 2. Planning the Web Site Chapter 3. Building a Web Site Chapter 4. Content Marketing Chapter 5. Blogging Chapter 6. Social Media Marketing Chapter 7. Web Analytics Chapter 8. Search Engine Optimization Chapter 9. Online Advertising/Search Engine Marketing Chapter 10. Email Marketing Chapter 11. Online Public Relations Chapter 12. Managing Multi-Tasking Web Marketing Book Details Paperback: 272 pages Publisher: McGraw-Hill (December 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 0071743863 ISBN-13: 978-0071743860 Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. Related Posts The Ultimate Web Marketing Guide (18-01-2011) Winning Results with Google AdWords, 2nd Edition (21-05-2009) SEO Warrior (17-11-2009) Mastering Search Analytics (25-10-2011) Marketing in the Age of Google: Your Online Strategy IS Your Business Strategy (16-02-2011) Internet Marketing: An Hour a Day (16-09-2011) Internet Marketing Start to Finish (29-09-2011) Google Power Search (08-08-2011) Google Advertising Tools, 2nd Edition (26-11-2009) YouTube for Business: Online Video Marketing for Any Business, 2nd Edition (29-01-2011)

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