Rabu, 23 Mei 2012

Wow! eBook: Professional Android 4 Application Development - 5 new eBooks


Wow! eBook: Professional Android 4 Application Development - 5 new eBooks

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Professional Android 4 Application Development

Posted: 23 May 2012 09:36 AM PDT

Professional Android 4 Application Development

Book Description

Developers, build mobile apps using 4

The fast-growing popularity of smartphones and tablets creates a huge opportunities for developers. If you’re an experienced developer, you can start creating robust mobile apps right away with this professional guide to 4 application development. Written by one of Google’s lead developer advocates, this practical book walks you through a series of hands-on projects that illustrate the features of the SDK. That includes all the new APIs introduced in 3 and 4, including building for tablets, using the Action Bar, Wi-Fi Direct, Beam, and more.

  • Shows experienced developers how to create mobile applications for Android smartphones and tablets
  • Revised and expanded to cover all the Android SDK releases including Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), including all updated APIs, and the latest changes to the Android platform.
  • Explains new and enhanced features such as drag and drop, fragments, the action bar, enhanced multitouch support, new environmental sensor support, major improvements to the framework, and a range of new communications techniques including and Wi-Fi direct.
  • Provides practical guidance on publishing and marketing your applications, best practices for user experience, and more

This book helps you learn to master the , lifecycle, and of an Android app through practical exercises, which you can then use as a basis for developing your own Android apps.

From the Back Cover
Build unique smartphone and applications with Android 4

Written by an Android authority, this up-to-date resource is an ideal guide to building using the Android 4 SDK. It provides in-depth coverage, showing experienced Android developers how to take full advantage of new features, while covering the fundamentals that novice developers need to get started. Serving as a hands-on guide to building using Android, the book walks you through a series of increasingly sophisticated projects, each introducing a new Android platform feature and highlighting the techniques and best practices that will help you write compelling Android apps.

Professional Android 4 Application Development:

  • Provides an in-depth look at the Android application components and their lifecycles
  • Explores Android metaphors, philosophies, and APIs to create compelling user interfaces for phones, tablets, and TVs
  • Introduces techniques for creating map-based applications and using location-based services
  • Looks at how to create background services, Notifications, and To Device Messaging
  • Demonstrates how to create dynamic and interactive home screen Widgets and Live Wallpaper
  • Explores hardware and communication APIs, including , telephony, Direct, and NFC Beam
  • Examines the use of the and hardware sensors
  • Details the new framework and other user experience enhancements, including drag and drop, the Action Bar, and Fragments
  • Includes a new chapter on publishing your apps
  • Introduces the License Verification and In App Billing Services

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Hello, Android
Chapter 2. Getting Started
Chapter 3. Creating Applications and Activities
Chapter 4. Building User Interfaces
Chapter 5. Intents and Broadcast Receivers
Chapter 6. Using Internet Resources
Chapter 7. Files, Saving State, and Preferences
Chapter 8. Databases and Content Providers
Chapter 9. Working in the Background
Chapter 10. Expanding the User Experience
Chapter 11. Advanced User Experience
Chapter 12. Hardware Sensors
Chapter 13. Maps, Geocoding, and Location-Based Services
Chapter 14. Invading the Home Screen
Chapter 15. Audio, Video, and Using the
Chapter 16. , NFC, Networks, and Wi-Fi
Chapter 17. Telephony and SMS
Chapter 18. Advanced Android Development
Chapter 19. Monetizing, Promoting, and Distributing Applications

Book Details

  • Paperback: 864 pages
  • Publisher: Wrox; 3rd Edition (May 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1118102274
  • ISBN-13: 978-1118102275
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Programming Microsoft’s Clouds: Windows Azure and Office 365

Posted: 23 May 2012 09:30 AM PDT

Programming Microsofts Clouds: Windows Azure and Office 365

Book Description

A detailed look at a diverse set of topics, particularly Azure and

More and more companies are realizing the power and potential of computing as a viable way to save energy and money. This valuable book offers an in-depth look at a wide range of topics unlike any other book on the market. Examining how services allows users to pay as they go for exactly what they use, this guide explains how companies can easily scale their use up and down to fit their requirements. After an introduction to Cloud computing, you’ll discover how to prepare your environment for the Cloud and learn all about and Azure.

  • Examines a diverse range of Cloud topics, with special emphasis placed on how Cloud computing can save businesses energy and money
  • Shows you how to prepare your environment for the Cloud
  • Addresses Office 365, including infrastructure services, online, online development, Exchange online development, and Lync online development
  • Discusses working with Azure, including setting it up, leveraging Blob storage, building Azure applications, , and debugging
  • Offers advice for deciding when to use Azure and when to use Office 365 and looks at hybrid solutions between Azure and Office 365

Tap into the potential of Azure and Office 365 with this helpful resource.

From the Back Cover
Tap into the power and potential of Microsoft’s cloud technologies

As more and more companies turn to the cloud to cut IT costs and boost productivity, developers are left scrambling to get up to speed on this -based service. Now you can discover what all the buzz is about. This guide explains how to prepare your environment for the cloud. It uncovers the ins and outs of 365 and Azure so you can easily scale your cloud to fit your requirements. You’ll be up and running in no time, providing immediate access to -critical information.

Microsoft’s Clouds: Azure and Office 365:

  • Unveils Office 365, including infrastructure services, online, online development, and Exchange online development
  • Discusses setting up , building Azure applications, programming, and debugging
  • Covers how to get the most out of Lync development
  • Shows how to leverage Blob storage to provide the backbone of your applications
  • Explores the Service Bus, Access Control Services, and Connect fundamentals
  • Offers advice for deciding when to use or Office 365 and looks at hybrid solutions

Table of Contents
Part I: An Introduction to Microsoft’s Cloud
Chapter 1. Welcome to the Cloud
Chapter 2. Getting Your Environment Ready for Office 365

Part II: Office 365
Chapter 3. Office 365 Identity Services
Chapter 4. Introducing SharePoint Online

Part III: Developing Office 365
Chapter 5. SharePoint Online Development
Chapter 6. Exchange Online Development
Chapter 7. Lync Online Development

Part IV: Working with Azure
Chapter 8. Setting Up Azure
Chapter 9. Identity in Azure
Chapter 10. Leveraging Blob Storage

Part V: Programming Azure
Chapter 11. SQL Azure
Chapter 12. An Azure Datamarket Overview
Chapter 13. Service Bus
Chapter 14. : Access Control Service
Chapter 15. Azure Connect
Chapter 16. Azure Diagnostics and Debugging
Chapter 17. When to Use Azure Versus Office 365

Book Details

  • Paperback: 600 pages
  • Publisher: Wrox (May 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1118076567
  • ISBN-13: 978-1118076569
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Parallel Programming with Intel Parallel Studio XE

Posted: 23 May 2012 09:25 AM PDT

Parallel Programming with Intel Parallel Studio XE

Book Description

Optimize code for processors with Intel’s Studio

is rapidly becoming a “must-know” skill for developers. Yet, where to start? This teach-yourself tutorial is an ideal starting point for developers who already know and ++ and are eager to add parallelism to their code. With a focus on applying tools, techniques, and language extensions to implement parallelism, this essential resource teaches you how to write programs for multicore and leverage the power of multicore in your programs. Sharing hands-on case studies and real-world examples, the authors examine the challenges of each and show you how to overcome them.

  • Explores conversion of serial code to parallel
  • Focuses on implementing Intel
  • Highlights the benefits of using parallel code
  • Addresses error and of code
  • Includes real-world scenarios that illustrate the techniques of advanced parallel situations

Parallel Programming with Intel dispels any concerns of difficulty and gets you started creating faster code with Intel Parallel Studio.

From the Back Cover
Optimize code for processors with Intel Parallel Studio XE

Serving as a stand-alone, teach-yourself tutorial, this book walks you through the steps for adding parallel programming to your skill set. With a special focus placed on applying tools, techniques, and language extensions to implement parallelism, this essential resource teaches you how to write programs for and leverage the power of multi-core processing. Real-world examples and case studies reveal common hurdles of particular projects, and the authors clearly explain how to handle these situations so that you are prepared for dealing with these challenges.

Parallel Programming with Intel Parallel Studio XE:

  • Provides a detailed overview of Intel Parallel Studio XE: Intel Parallel Composer XE, Intel VTune Amplifier XE, and Intel Parallel Inspector XE
  • Addresses how to choose the right parallel constructs and deal with parallel programming errors
  • Offers tips for optimizing code
  • Demonstrates how to build applications to run on more than one type of
  • Zeroes in on writing secure code and avoiding common security pitfalls

Table of Content
Part I: An Introduction to Parallelism
Chapter 1. Parallelism Today
Chapter 2. An Overview of Parallel Studio XE
Chapter 3. Parallel Studio XE for the Impatient

Part II: Using Parallel Studio XE
Chapter 4. Producing Optimized Code
Chapter 5. Writing Secure Code
Chapter 6. Where to Parallelize
Chapter 7. Implementing Parallelism
Chapter 8. Checking for Errors
Chapter 9. Tuning Parallel Applications
Chapter 10. Parallel Advisor–Driven Design
Chapter 11. Debugging Parallel Applications
Chapter 12. Event-Based with VTune Amplifi er XE

Part III: Case Studies
Chapter 13. The World's First Sudoku "Thirty-Niner"
Chapter 14. Nine Tips to Parallel-Programming Heaven
Chapter 15. Parallel Track Fitting in the CERN Collider
Chapter 16. Parallelizing Legacy Code

Book Details

  • Paperback: 552 pages
  • Publisher: Wrox (May 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470891653
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470891650
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Effective C++, 3rd Edition

Posted: 23 May 2012 07:04 AM PDT

Effective C++, 3rd Edition

Book Description

"Every ++ professional needs a copy of Effective ++. It is an absolute must-read for anyone thinking of doing serious C++ . If you've never read Effective C++ and you think you know everything about C++, think again."
— Steve Schirripa, Software Engineer,

"C++ and the C++ community have grown up in the last fifteen years, and the third edition of Effective C++ reflects this. The clear and precise style of the book is evidence of Scott's deep insight and distinctive ability to impart knowledge."
— Gerhard Kreuzer,Research and Engineer, Siemens AG

The first two editions of Effective C++ were embraced by hundreds of thousands of programmers worldwide. The reason is clear: Scott Meyers' practical approach to C++ describes the rules of thumb used by the experts — the things they almost always do or almost always avoid doing — to produce clear, correct, efficient code.

The book is organized around 55 specific guidelines, each of which describes a way to write better C++. Each is backed by concrete examples. For this third edition, more than half the content is new, including added chapters on managing resources and using templates. Topics from the second edition have been extensively revised to reflect modern considerations, including exceptions, patterns, and multithreading.

Important features of Effective C++ include:

  • Expert guidance on the of effective classes, functions, templates, and inheritance hierarchies.
  • Applications of new "TR1" standard library functionality, along with comparisons to existing standard library components.
  • Insights into differences between C++ and other languages (e.g., Java, C#, C) that help developers from those languages assimilate "the C++ way" of doing things.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Accustoming Yourself to C++
Chapter 2. Constructors, Destructors, and Assignment Operators
Chapter 3. Resource
Chapter 4. Designs and Declarations
Chapter 5. Implementations
Chapter 6. Inheritance and Design
Chapter 7. Templates and Generic
Chapter 8. Customizing new and delete
Chapter 9. Miscellany

Appendix A. Beyond Effective C++
Appendix B. Item Mappings Between Second and Third Editions

Book Details

  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional; 3rd Edition (May 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0321334876
  • ISBN-13: 978-0321334879
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Beyond Point-and-Shoot

Posted: 23 May 2012 06:59 AM PDT

Beyond Point and Shoot

Book Description

There are two types of new photographers: those satisfied with their low-cost point-and-shoot cameras, and those more enthusiastic photographers who recognize the limitations of low-cost equipment and want to improve their pictures. No longer satisfied with simple snapshots, the enthusiast moves up to a more complex -one with interchangeable lenses and manual controls-to satisfy their artistic urge.

Assuming little to no knowledge of photographic terms, techniques, or technology, Beyond Point-And-Shoot is intended to help smooth the transition from photographic newbie to “real” photographer who is experienced, in-control, and passionate about their craft. Author Darrell Young explores various types of interchangeable-lens cameras, focusing on those with larger imaging sensors, such as single-lens reflex () cameras.

Learn how to get the most out of your ’s and semi- exposure modes, as well as how to move beyond those modes and take full, manual control of your camera. Watch your improve as you discover how to apply important photographic principles, such as depth of field, white balance, and metering. With this newfound knowledge you’ll move beyond point-and-shoot and begin taking truly great photographs.

Other topics include:

  • Camera types
  • Lenses
  • Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO
  • Metering and shooting controls
  • Lens focal lengths and angles of view
  • The histogram
  • Color spaces
  • Sensors
  • Filters
  • Image file formats
  • Managing digital noise
  • And much more!

Book Details

  • Paperback: 140 pages
  • Publisher: Rocky Nook (April 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1933952954
  • ISBN-13: 978-1933952956
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