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Learning C# by Developing Games with Unity 3D Beginner's Guide

The beauty of this book is that it assumes absolutely no knowledge of coding at all. Starting from very first principles it will end up giving you an excellent grounding in the writing of C# code and scripts.

by Terry Norton ...

This book uses the learning-by-example approach. It takes simple examples from games to introduce all the main concepts of programming in an easy-to-digest and immediately recognizable way.This book is for the total beginner to any type of programming, focusing on the writing of C# code and scripts only. There are many parts that make up the Unity game engine. It is assumed that the reader already ... Read more

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This book uses the learning-by-example approach. It takes simple examples from games to introduce all the main concepts of programming in an easy-to-digest and immediately recognizable way.This book is for the total beginner to any type of programming, focusing on the writing of C# code and scripts only. There are many parts that make up the Unity game engine. It is assumed that the reader already
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Quick Start Guide to Large Language Models

Strategies and Best Practices for Using ChatGPT and Other LLMs

by Sinan Ozdemir ...

The Practical, Step-by-Step Guide to Using LLMs at Scale in Projects and ProductsLarge Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are demonstrating breathtaking capabilities, but their size and complexity have deterred many practitioners from applying them. In Quick Start Guide to Large Language Models, pioneering data scientist and AI entrepreneur Sinan Ozdemir clears away those obstacles and provides a ... Read more

$43.19 USD

The Practical, Step-by-Step Guide to Using LLMs at Scale in Projects and ProductsLarge Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are demonstrating breathtaking capabilities, but their size and complexity have deterred many practitioners from applying them. In Quick Start Guide to Large Language Models, pioneering data scientist and AI entrepreneur Sinan Ozdemir clears away those obstacles and provides a
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Using OpenRefine

by Ruben Verborgh, Max De Wilde ...

The book is styled on a Cookbook, containing recipes - combined with free datasets - which will turn readers into proficient OpenRefine users in the fastest possible way. This book is targeted at anyone who works on or handles a large amount of data. No prior knowledge of OpenRefine is required, as we start from the very beginning and gradually reveal more advanced features. You don't even need ... Read more

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The book is styled on a Cookbook, containing recipes - combined with free datasets - which will turn readers into proficient OpenRefine users in the fastest possible way. This book is targeted at anyone who works on or handles a large amount of data. No prior knowledge of OpenRefine is required, as we start from the very beginning and gradually reveal more advanced features. You don't even need
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Language Server Protocol and Implementation

Supporting Language-Smart Editing and Programming Tools

by Nadeeshaan Gunasinghe, Nipuna Marcus ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Understand the important aspects of implementing a production-grade language server in support of language-smart tools such as code editors and other programming utilities. This book shows you how to create a single implementation of a language server that can be used by multiple tools, enabling you to do the job once in a way that can be shared and reused.This book covers the language server ... Read more

$49.49 USD

Understand the important aspects of implementing a production-grade language server in support of language-smart tools such as code editors and other programming utilities. This book shows you how to create a single implementation of a language server that can be used by multiple tools, enabling you to do the job once in a way that can be shared and reused.This book covers the language server
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Unreal Engine Game Development Blueprints

Discover all the secrets of Unreal Engine and create seven fully functional games with the help of step-by-step instructions

by Nicola Valcasara ...

Discover all the secrets of Unreal Engine and create seven fully functional games with the help of step-by-step instructions Key Features\[\*\] Understand what a Blueprint is and how to create a complex visual scripting code\[\*\] Discover the infinite possibilities that Unreal Engine offers, and understand which tool to use, where and when\[\*\] Learn to think like a real game developer in order ... Read more

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover all the secrets of Unreal Engine and create seven fully functional games with the help of step-by-step instructions Key Features\[\*\] Understand what a Blueprint is and how to create a complex visual scripting code\[\*\] Discover the infinite possibilities that Unreal Engine offers, and understand which tool to use, where and when\[\*\] Learn to think like a real game developer in order
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Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio

by Jack Purdum, Dennis Kidder ...

BOOST YOUR HAM RADIO'S CAPABILITIES USING LOW-COST ARDUINO MICROCONTROLLER BOARDS!Do you want to increase the functionality and value of your ham radio without spending a lot of money? This book will show you how! Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio is filled with step-by-step microcontroller projects you can accomplish on your own--no programming experience necessary.After getting you set up on an ... Read more

$25.19 USD

BOOST YOUR HAM RADIO'S CAPABILITIES USING LOW-COST ARDUINO MICROCONTROLLER BOARDS!Do you want to increase the functionality and value of your ham radio without spending a lot of money? This book will show you how! Arduino Projects for Amateur Radio is filled with step-by-step microcontroller projects you can accomplish on your own--no programming experience necessary.After getting you set up on an
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Microsoft Visual C# 2012 Step By Step

by John Sharp ...

Series series Step by Step Developer
Teach yourself how to build applications with Microsoft Visual C# 2012 and Visual Studio 2012—one step at a time. Ideal for those with fundamental programming skills, this tutorial provides practical, learn-by-doing exercises for mastering core C# language features and creating working applications and components for Windows.Discover how to:Work with variables, non-reserved identifiers, statements ... Read more

$25.99 USD

Teach yourself how to build applications with Microsoft Visual C# 2012 and Visual Studio 2012—one step at a time. Ideal for those with fundamental programming skills, this tutorial provides practical, learn-by-doing exercises for mastering core C# language features and creating working applications and components for Windows.Discover how to:Work with variables, non-reserved identifiers, statements
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Introducing C++

The Easy Way to Start Learning Modern C++

by Frances Buontempo ...

You know how to code, but you're ready to level up. You've heard about the power and performance of C++, a language vital to fields like AI, game development, and high-performance computing. But where do you even start? Existing resources are outdated or overly academic, or they assume a deep understanding of C. You need a guide that respects your existing skills and gets you coding fast with ... Read more

$36.99 USD

You know how to code, but you're ready to level up. You've heard about the power and performance of C++, a language vital to fields like AI, game development, and high-performance computing. But where do you even start? Existing resources are outdated or overly academic, or they assume a deep understanding of C. You need a guide that respects your existing skills and gets you coding fast with
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Aprende a Programar a Python

by Ángel Arias ...

Así que no habéis programado nunca... A medida que avanzamos en este libro, intentaremos enseñaros a programar. Vosotros tenéis que leer código y escribir código (así denominamos a los programas). Veremos un montón de código. Para entenderlo tendreis que copiar este código, probarlo y observar que ocurre. Jugad y haced cambios. Lo peor que os puede pasar es que no funcione.Tened en cuenta también ... Read more

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Así que no habéis programado nunca... A medida que avanzamos en este libro, intentaremos enseñaros a programar. Vosotros tenéis que leer código y escribir código (así denominamos a los programas). Veremos un montón de código. Para entenderlo tendreis que copiar este código, probarlo y observar que ocurre. Jugad y haced cambios. Lo peor que os puede pasar es que no funcione.Tened en cuenta también
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OCM Java EE 6 Enterprise Architect Exam Guide (Exams 1Z0-807, 1Z0-865 & 1Z0-866)

by Paul R. Allen, Joseph J. Bambara ...

Series series Oracle Press
A Complete Study System for OCM Exams 1Z0-807, 1Z0-865, and 1Z0-866Prepare for the Oracle Certified Master Java EE 6 Enterprise Architect exams with this exclusive Oracle Press guide. The multiple-choice exam, the assignment, and the essay exam are covered. Chapters feature challenging exercises, a certification summary, a two-minute drill, and a self-test to reinforce the topics presented. This ... Read more

$45.39 USD

A Complete Study System for OCM Exams 1Z0-807, 1Z0-865, and 1Z0-866Prepare for the Oracle Certified Master Java EE 6 Enterprise Architect exams with this exclusive Oracle Press guide. The multiple-choice exam, the assignment, and the essay exam are covered. Chapters feature challenging exercises, a certification summary, a two-minute drill, and a self-test to reinforce the topics presented. This
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Cloud Native Programming with Golang

Develop microservice-based high performance web apps for the cloud with Go

by Mina Andrawos, Martin Helmich ...

Discover practical techniques to build cloud-native apps that are scalable, reliable, and always available.Key FeaturesBuild well-designed and secure microservices. Enrich your microservices with continous integration and monitoring.Containerize your application with DockerDeploy your application to AWS. Learn how to utilize the powerful AWS services from within your applicationBook ... Read more

$37.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover practical techniques to build cloud-native apps that are scalable, reliable, and always available.Key FeaturesBuild well-designed and secure microservices. Enrich your microservices with continous integration and monitoring.Containerize your application with DockerDeploy your application to AWS. Learn how to utilize the powerful AWS services from within your applicationBook
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Python for Excel Users

Know Excel? You Can Learn Python

by Tracy Stephens ...

When Excel isn’t enough, it’s time to learn Python.If you’re comfortable in Excel, but you’ve hit a wall—slow files, broken formulas, hours spent on repetitive tasks—this book offers a way forward. It shows you how to take the work you already do in spreadsheets and make it faster, smarter, and more powerful with Python.You’ll start by setting up your environment and getting comfortable with ... Read more

$34.99 USD

When Excel isn’t enough, it’s time to learn Python.If you’re comfortable in Excel, but you’ve hit a wall—slow files, broken formulas, hours spent on repetitive tasks—this book offers a way forward. It shows you how to take the work you already do in spreadsheets and make it faster, smarter, and more powerful with Python.You’ll start by setting up your environment and getting comfortable with
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OAuth 2 in Action

by Justin Richer, Antonio Sanso ...

"Provides pragmatic guidance on what to do ... and what not to do." - From the Foreword by Ian Glazer, SalesforceOAuth 2 in Action teaches you the practical use and deployment of this HTTP-based protocol from the perspectives of a client, authorization server, and resource server. You'll learn how to confidently and securely build and deploy OAuth on both the client and server sides. Foreword by ... Read more

$49.99 USD

"Provides pragmatic guidance on what to do ... and what not to do." - From the Foreword by Ian Glazer, SalesforceOAuth 2 in Action teaches you the practical use and deployment of this HTTP-based protocol from the perspectives of a client, authorization server, and resource server. You'll learn how to confidently and securely build and deploy OAuth on both the client and server sides. Foreword by
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ASP.NET Core 8 and Angular

Full-stack web development with ASP.NET Core 8 and Angular

by Valerio De Sanctis ...

Build robust, scalable web applications using ASP.NET Core 8, Angular 17, and Entity Framework Core Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey FeaturesCombine ASP.NET Core and Angular to build highly versatile web applicationsCreate a production-ready Single-Page Application (SPA) or Progressive Web Application (PWA)Adopt a full-stack approach to handle data management, API ... Read more

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build robust, scalable web applications using ASP.NET Core 8, Angular 17, and Entity Framework Core Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey FeaturesCombine ASP.NET Core and Angular to build highly versatile web applicationsCreate a production-ready Single-Page Application (SPA) or Progressive Web Application (PWA)Adopt a full-stack approach to handle data management, API
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Python 入門指南

由基礎走向完整 GUI 及網頁前端專案的 MVC 開發模式 V5.00

by Kaiching Chang ...

Python 為熱門的程式語言之一，中英文學習資源都琳瑯滿目，無論是網路上免費的或是書店裡販賣的書籍，讀者可以找到各式各類的教材，目前中、英文學習資源都很豐富，無論是網路上免費的或是書店裡販賣的書籍，入門書籍方面，惟獨缺少直接帶領讀者學習開發軟體的教材，此亦本書的設計理念，希望藉由帶領讀者開發簡單的應用軟體，以此帶給讀者完整的軟體開發觀念。本書分成四大部分，每一部分又分成 8 到 21 個單元◎ 基礎篇◎ 軟體開發篇◎ GUI 篇◎ Brython 篇（書中的「關於本書」有學習路徑圖。）首先是「基礎學習篇」，「基礎學習篇」的學習目標包括認識 Python 、怎麼處理資料、控制結構、模組化、物件導向及程式文件，這部分累計十三個單元，預計帶領讀者學會寫簡單的 Python 小程式，具備寫小程式的能力之後，就進入接下來的「軟體開發篇」。「軟體開發篇」的學習目標為開發、測試、除錯及重構 ... Read more

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Python 為熱門的程式語言之一，中英文學習資源都琳瑯滿目，無論是網路上免費的或是書店裡販賣的書籍，讀者可以找到各式各類的教材，目前中、英文學習資源都很豐富，無論是網路上免費的或是書店裡販賣的書籍，入門書籍方面，惟獨缺少直接帶領讀者學習開發軟體的教材，此亦本書的設計理念，希望藉由帶領讀者開發簡單的應用軟體，以此帶給讀者完整的軟體開發觀念。本書分成四大部分，每一部分又分成 8 到 21 個單元◎ 基礎篇◎ 軟體開發篇◎ GUI 篇◎ Brython 篇（書中的「關於本書」有學習路徑圖。）首先是「基礎學習篇」，「基礎學習篇」的學習目標包括認識 Python 、怎麼處理資料、控制結構、模組化、物件導向及程式文件，這部分累計十三個單元，預計帶領讀者學會寫簡單的 Python 小程式，具備寫小程式的能力之後，就進入接下來的「軟體開發篇」。「軟體開發篇」的學習目標為開發、測試、除錯及重構
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Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On

Apply modern RL methods to practical problems of chatbots, robotics, discrete optimization, web automation, and more

by Maxim Lapan ...

Revised and expanded to include multi-agent methods, discrete optimization, RL in robotics, advanced exploration techniques, and moreKey FeaturesSecond edition of the bestselling introduction to deep reinforcement learning, expanded with six new chaptersLearn advanced exploration techniques including noisy networks, pseudo-count, and network distillation methodsApply RL methods to cheap hardware ... Read more

$60.29 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Revised and expanded to include multi-agent methods, discrete optimization, RL in robotics, advanced exploration techniques, and moreKey FeaturesSecond edition of the bestselling introduction to deep reinforcement learning, expanded with six new chaptersLearn advanced exploration techniques including noisy networks, pseudo-count, and network distillation methodsApply RL methods to cheap hardware
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Modern C++ for Absolute Beginners

A Friendly Introduction to the C++ Programming Language and C++11 to C++23 Standards

by Slobodan Dmitrović ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn the C++ programming language in a structured, straightforward, and friendly manner. This book teaches the basics of the modern C++ programming language, the C++ Standard Library, and modern C++ standards, including C++23. No previous programming experience is required.C++ is a language like no other, surprising in its complexity, yet wonderfully sleek and elegant in so many ways. It is also ... Read more

$44.99 USD

Learn the C++ programming language in a structured, straightforward, and friendly manner. This book teaches the basics of the modern C++ programming language, the C++ Standard Library, and modern C++ standards, including C++23. No previous programming experience is required.C++ is a language like no other, surprising in its complexity, yet wonderfully sleek and elegant in so many ways. It is also
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JavaServer Pages Pocket Reference

Server-Side Java Development

by Hans Bergsten ...

JavaServer Pages (JSP) is harmonizing how web designers and programmers create dynamic web pages. The reason for this is simple: JSP capitalizes on the power of Java servlets to create effective, reusable web applications.JSP allows you to develop robust, powerful web content, and the best part is that you're not required to be a hard-core Java programmer.JavaServer Pages Pocket Reference is the ... Read more

$7.99 USD

JavaServer Pages (JSP) is harmonizing how web designers and programmers create dynamic web pages. The reason for this is simple: JSP capitalizes on the power of Java servlets to create effective, reusable web applications.JSP allows you to develop robust, powerful web content, and the best part is that you're not required to be a hard-core Java programmer.JavaServer Pages Pocket Reference is the
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Java EE 7 Essentials

Enterprise Developer Handbook

by Arun Gupta ...

Get up to speed on the principal technologies in the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition 7, and learn how the latest version embraces HTML5, focuses on higher productivity, and provides functionality to meet enterprise demands. Written by Arun Gupta, a key member of the Java EE team, this book provides a chapter-by-chapter survey of several Java EE 7 specifications, including WebSockets, Batch ... Read more

$30.99 USD

Get up to speed on the principal technologies in the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition 7, and learn how the latest version embraces HTML5, focuses on higher productivity, and provides functionality to meet enterprise demands. Written by Arun Gupta, a key member of the Java EE team, this book provides a chapter-by-chapter survey of several Java EE 7 specifications, including WebSockets, Batch
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25 Recipes for Getting Started with R

Excerpts from the R Cookbook

by Paul Teetor ...

R is a powerful tool for statistics and graphics, but getting started with this language can be frustrating. This short, concise book provides beginners with a selection of how-to recipes to solve simple problems with R. Each solution gives you just what you need to know to use R for basic statistics, graphics, and regression.You'll find recipes on reading data files, creating data frames, ... Read more

$11.99 USD

R is a powerful tool for statistics and graphics, but getting started with this language can be frustrating. This short, concise book provides beginners with a selection of how-to recipes to solve simple problems with R. Each solution gives you just what you need to know to use R for basic statistics, graphics, and regression.You'll find recipes on reading data files, creating data frames,
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Java: Advanced Guide to Programming Code with Java

Java Computer Programming, #4

by Charlie Masterson ...

Series Book 4 - Java Computer Programming
Are you struggling to understand some of the Advanced Java programming concepts? Are you desperate to further your knowledge and make something out of your programming experience?Look no further; in "Java: Advanced Guide to Programming Code with Java", you will learn all about:In this Definitive Java Advanced Level Guide, you're about to discover...The Java Interface – Learn all about the Java ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you struggling to understand some of the Advanced Java programming concepts? Are you desperate to further your knowledge and make something out of your programming experience?Look no further; in "Java: Advanced Guide to Programming Code with Java", you will learn all about:In this Definitive Java Advanced Level Guide, you're about to discover...The Java Interface – Learn all about the Java
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Java 9 Modularity

Patterns and Practices for Developing Maintainable Applications

by Sander Mak, Paul Bakker ...

The upcoming Java 9 module system will affect existing applications and offer new ways of creating modular and maintainable applications. With this hands-on book, Java developers will learn not only about the joys of modularity, but also about the patterns needed to create truly modular and reliable applications. Authors Sander Mak and Paul Bakker teach you the concepts behind the Java 9 module ... Read more

$24.99 USD

The upcoming Java 9 module system will affect existing applications and offer new ways of creating modular and maintainable applications. With this hands-on book, Java developers will learn not only about the joys of modularity, but also about the patterns needed to create truly modular and reliable applications. Authors Sander Mak and Paul Bakker teach you the concepts behind the Java 9 module
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Augmented Reality Game Development

Create your own augmented reality games from scratch with Unity 5

by Micheal Lanham ...

Create your own augmented reality games from scratch with Unity 5Key FeaturesCreate your own augmented reality game from scratch and join the virtual reality gaming revolutionUse the latest Unity 5 VR SDK to create pro-level AR games like Pokémon GoInnovate and explore the latest and most promising trend of AR gaming in the mobile gaming industryBook DescriptionThe heyday of location-based ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Create your own augmented reality games from scratch with Unity 5Key FeaturesCreate your own augmented reality game from scratch and join the virtual reality gaming revolutionUse the latest Unity 5 VR SDK to create pro-level AR games like Pokémon GoInnovate and explore the latest and most promising trend of AR gaming in the mobile gaming industryBook DescriptionThe heyday of location-based
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Making Isometric Social Real-Time Games with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript

Rendering Simple 3D Worlds with Sprites and Maps

by Mario Andres Pagella ...

Anyone familiar with Zynga's Farmville understands how fun and addictive real-time social games can be. This hands-on guide shows you how to design and build one of these games from start to finish, with nothing but open source tools. You'll learn how to render graphics, animate with sprites, add sound, validate scores to prevent cheating, and more, using detailed examples and code samples.By the ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Anyone familiar with Zynga's Farmville understands how fun and addictive real-time social games can be. This hands-on guide shows you how to design and build one of these games from start to finish, with nothing but open source tools. You'll learn how to render graphics, animate with sprites, add sound, validate scores to prevent cheating, and more, using detailed examples and code samples.By the
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