| Arduino Robotics Posted: 18 Oct 2011 08:33 AM PDT 
Book Description This book will show you how to use your Arduino to control a variety of different robots, while providing step-by-step instructions on the entire robot building process. You’ll learn Arduino basics as well as the characteristics of different types of motors used in robotics. You also discover controller methods and failsafe methods, and learn how to apply them to your project. The book starts with basic robots and moves into more complex projects, including a GPS-enabled robot, a robotic lawn mower, a fighting bot, and even a DIY Segway-clone. - Introduction to the Arduino and other components needed for robotics
- Learn how to build motor controllers
- Build bots from simple line-following and bump-sensor bots to more complex robots that can mow your lawn, do battle, or even take you for a ride
What you'll learn - Basics of motor-control
- Basics of PCB design and fabrication
- R/C control and decoding
- Autonomous sensor guidance
- Frame building from various materials
- Instructions for a variety of robot designs
Who this book is for
Electronics and robotics hobbyists and DIY builders. Table of Contents - The Basics
- Arduino for Robotics
- Let's Get Moving
- Linus the Line-Bot
- Wally the Wall-Bot
- Making PCBs
- The Bug-Bot
- Explorer-Bot
- RoboBoat
- Lawn-Bot 400
- The Seg-Bot
- The Battle-Bot
- Alternate Control
Book Details - Paperback: 628 pages
- Publisher: Apress (July 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1430231831
- ISBN-13: 978-1430231837
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| Pro Java ME Apps Posted: 18 Oct 2011 08:15 AM PDT 
Book Description Pro Java ME Apps gives you, the developer, the know-how required for writing sophisticated Java ME applications and for taking advantage of this huge potential market. Java ME is the largest mobile software platform in the world, supported by over 80% of all phones. You’ll cover what Java ME is and how it compares to other mobile software platforms, how to properly design and structure Java ME applications, how to think like an experienced Java ME developer, what common problems and pitfalls you may run into, how to optimize your code, and many other key topics. Unlike other Java ME books out there, which only teach the reader the basics of Java ME by way of a few simple examples, this book presents a broader, eagle-eye picture of a complete Java ME application and what writing one involves. From there, the book presents, explains, and helps you to implement all the essential aspects of Java ME development, from the user interface to client-server communication. As this unfolds, the decisions and reasoning behind the code are also presented. The book assumes that the reader is already familiar with Java ME and Java applications in general. - Based on and geared towards real-life Java ME scenarios
- Guides the reader through the entire process of developing a high-quality Java ME application
- Explains the decisions made at each step, gives advice and examples of good practices vs. bad practices
What you'll learn - What makes mobile software different from desktop software
- How to design and implement your Java ME application
- What the most common problems affecting Java ME development (such as device fragmentation) and how to solve them
- What are the proper Java ME programming techniques and how to think like an experienced Java ME developer
- How to optimize your code
- How to develop store-quality apps
Who this book is for - Intermediate to advanced Java ME developers looking to learn proper Java ME development.
- Mobile developers looking for a good source of information regarding proper mobile application development
Table of Contents - Getting Started
- A Java ME Framework
- Defining Our Data
- The Networking Module
- The Persistence Module
- The UI Module
- The Localization Module
- Putting It All Together
- Device Fragmentation
- Optimizing Your Code
- Adding Fine Touches and User Interaction Improvements
- Java ME Application Testing
- Advanced Java ME Graphics
- The Proper Java ME Mindset
- Java ME and the Future
- Final Words
Book Details - Paperback: 364 pages
- Publisher: Apress (May 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1430233273
- ISBN-13: 978-1430233275
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| Effective Time Management Posted: 18 Oct 2011 08:00 AM PDT 
Book Description Take charge—and create an effective balance between your work and personal life with the help of Microsoft Outlook. In this practical guide, two experts teach you a proven time-management system, showing you how to set and manage your priorities with custom modifications to Outlook. Sharpen your focus, combat distractions—and manage your time with complete confidence. Get the skills to take control of your schedule - Organize email in a systematic way and keep your inbox clean
- Schedule time for productivity—and defend it against interruptions
- Apply Outlook filters to help you manage tasks and projects
- Make time for family and fun—plan your work and private lives together
- Use Outlook with Microsoft OneNote® to capture ideas and set goals
- Learn effective time management techniques with practical examples
About the Author
Lothar Seiwert, PhD, is a leading expert in the field of time and life management, a sought-after speaker and best-selling author. As managing director of the Heidelberg-based Seiwert Institute, Dr. Seiwert specializes in the fields of time management, life leadership and work/life balance. He is a member of the German Speakers Association, the German affiliate of the International Federation for Professional Speakers. Holger Woeltje is a leading expert in electronic time management. Working internationally with many Fortune 500 companies such as Credit Suisse, Hewlett Packard, Lufthansa, SAP and ThyssenKrupp, he has learned what works. He teaches professional business strategies as well as delivering technology tips, in a humorous manner, packed with stories and real live examples. He'll show you how to use Microsoft Outlook to focus on what matters most, get rid of email clutter, and really increase your productivity! ! You can contact him at his website at www.technoproductivity.com. Book Details - Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: Microsoft Press (September 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0735660042
- ISBN-13: 978-0735660045
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| Microsoft OneNote 2010 Plain & Simple Posted: 18 Oct 2011 07:58 AM PDT 
Book Description Get the guide that makes learning Microsoft® OneNote® 2010 plain and simple! This full-color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to take, organize, and share great notes—with easy-to-follow steps, screenshots, and concise, straightforward language. Here’s WHAT you’ll learn: - Take notes and organize them with ease
- Arrange notes in pages, sections, and notebooks
- Add pictures, drawings, and audio and video clips
- Apply readymade and custom tags to your notes
- Link notes to web pages and Microsoft Office files
- Share your notes and collaborate with others
Here's HOW you'll learn it: - Jump in wherever you need answers
- Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do
- Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts
- Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away
About the Author
Peter Weverka is a long-time author who has written on a variety of Microsoft applications, including all the Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Money. He is the author of Microsoft Office OneNote 2003 Step by Step. Book Details - Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Microsoft Press (September 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0735660549
- ISBN-13: 978-0735660540
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| Build Your Own ASP.NET 4 Web Site Using C# & VB, 4th Edition Posted: 17 Oct 2011 11:14 PM PDT 
Book Description Build Your Own ASP.NET 4 Web Site Using C# & VB is aimed at beginner ASP.NET developers wanting to develop their skills, web designers wanting to move into server-side programming, and experienced developers making the leap from ASP to .NET. Readers will learn: - language and programming basics
- how to construct ASP.Net Web Pages
- how to build web applications
- to use validation controls
- database design and development
- how to use ADO.NET
- how to manage data and content
- how to integrate Ajax and jQuery
- the role of MVC
… all in the process of successfully developing and deploying a working intranet site for a fictional company. About the Author
Tim Posey is a long-time developer and a passionate educator. Armed with a B.S. in Computer Science and an M.B.A. in Finance, he has traversed many industries, consulting for multiple corporations in banking, insurance, energy, and various e-commerce industries. As a serial entrepreneur, Tim's latest project is mentoring the startup of the LegacyGeeks.com community. He serves as a senior software engineer at a Fortune 1000 company and an Adjunct Professor of Finance for the American Public University System. His favourite pastime is watching Alabama football. Book Details - Paperback: 776 pages
- Publisher: SitePoint; 4th Edition (September 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0987090860
- ISBN-13: 978-0987090867
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| Build Your Own Website The Right Way Using HTML & CSS, 3rd Edition Posted: 17 Oct 2011 11:12 PM PDT 
Book Description With over 60,000 copies sold since its first edition, this SitePoint best-seller has just had a fresh update to include recent advances in the web industry. With the first two editions coming highly recommended by established, leading web designers and developers, the third edition with all its extra goodies will continue that trend. Also fully updated to include the latest operating systems, web browsers and providing fixes to issues that have cropped up since the last edition. Readers will learn to: - Style text and control your page layout with CSS
- Create and Optimize graphics for the Web
- Add interactivity to your sites with forms
- Include a custom search, contact us page, and a News/Events section on your site
- Track visitors with Google Analytics
- Extend your reach and connect your site with Social Media
- Use HTML5 & CSS3 to add some cool, polished features to your site
- Use diagnosis/debug tools to find any problems
And lots more. About the Author
Ian Lloyd runs accessify.com, a web accessibility site that he started in 2002, and has written or co-written a number of web development books. Ian was previously a member of the Web Standards Project and is a regular speaker at web development conferences, including the highly regarded South By Southwest (SXSW) and @media events. Book Details - Paperback: 500 pages
- Publisher: SitePoint; 3rd Edition (July 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0987090852
- ISBN-13: 978-0987090850
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