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Killer Game Programming in Java

Java Gaming & Graphics Programming

by Andrew Davison ...

Although the number of commercial Java games is still small compared to those written in C or C++, the market is expanding rapidly. Recent updates to Java make it faster and easier to create powerful gaming applications-particularly Java 3D-is fueling an explosive growth in Java games. Java games like Puzzle Pirates, Chrome, Star Wars Galaxies, Runescape, Alien Flux, Kingdom of Wars, Law and Order ... Read more

$25.99 USD

Although the number of commercial Java games is still small compared to those written in C or C++, the market is expanding rapidly. Recent updates to Java make it faster and easier to create powerful gaming applications-particularly Java 3D-is fueling an explosive growth in Java games. Java games like Puzzle Pirates, Chrome, Star Wars Galaxies, Runescape, Alien Flux, Kingdom of Wars, Law and Order
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SwiftUI for Masterminds 2nd Edition 2022

How to take advantage of Swift 5.5 and SwiftUI 3 to create insanely great apps for iPhones, iPads, and Macs

by J.D Gauchat ...

SwiftUI for Masterminds is a complete course on how to create professional applications for iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. After reading this book, you will know how to program in Swift, how to design user interfaces with SwiftUI, and how to work with the most powerful frameworks available for app development. ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

SwiftUI for Masterminds is a complete course on how to create professional applications for iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. After reading this book, you will know how to program in Swift, how to design user interfaces with SwiftUI, and how to work with the most powerful frameworks available for app development.
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C# for New Programmers, 2025 Edition: A Practical Guide with Projects

by Liam Byrne ...

Are you ready to master C# and start building real-world applications?Learning a new programming language can be intimidating. Many books are too theoretical, leaving you with knowledge but no practical skills. "C# for New Programmers, 2025 Edition" is different. This book is your hands-on, project-based guide to mastering modern C# and the .NET ecosystem, designed specifically for beginners, ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you ready to master C# and start building real-world applications?Learning a new programming language can be intimidating. Many books are too theoretical, leaving you with knowledge but no practical skills. "C# for New Programmers, 2025 Edition" is different. This book is your hands-on, project-based guide to mastering modern C# and the .NET ecosystem, designed specifically for beginners,
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Ruby in a Nutshell

A Desktop Quick Reference

by Yukihiro Matsumoto ...

Ruby is an absolutely pure object-oriented scripting language written in C and designed with Perl and Python capabilities in mind. While its roots are in Japan, Ruby is slowly but surely gaining ground in the US. The goal of Yukihiro Matsumoto, creator of Ruby and author of this book, is to incorporate the strengths of languages like Perl, Python, Lisp and Smalltalk. Ruby is a genuine attempt to ... Read more

$14.39 USD

Ruby is an absolutely pure object-oriented scripting language written in C and designed with Perl and Python capabilities in mind. While its roots are in Japan, Ruby is slowly but surely gaining ground in the US. The goal of Yukihiro Matsumoto, creator of Ruby and author of this book, is to incorporate the strengths of languages like Perl, Python, Lisp and Smalltalk. Ruby is a genuine attempt to
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Head First Programming

A learner's guide to programming using the Python language

by David Griffiths, Paul Barry ...

Looking for a reliable way to learn how to program on your own, without being overwhelmed by confusing concepts? Head First Programming introduces the core concepts of writing computer programs -- variables, decisions, loops, functions, and objects -- which apply regardless of the programming language. This book offers concrete examples and exercises in the dynamic and versatile Python language to ... Read more

$28.79 USD

Looking for a reliable way to learn how to program on your own, without being overwhelmed by confusing concepts? Head First Programming introduces the core concepts of writing computer programs -- variables, decisions, loops, functions, and objects -- which apply regardless of the programming language. This book offers concrete examples and exercises in the dynamic and versatile Python language to
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Learn Java in 24 Hours: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

by Aniket Jain ...

Learn Java in 24 Hours: The Ultimate Beginner's GuideUnlock the power of the Java programming language with this all-inclusive guide tailored for beginners. Whether you're new to coding or looking to enhance your programming skills, this book simplifies core Java concepts and empowers you to start building Java applications in just 24 hours.What's Inside:A step-by-step introduction to Java ... Read more

$0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn Java in 24 Hours: The Ultimate Beginner's GuideUnlock the power of the Java programming language with this all-inclusive guide tailored for beginners. Whether you're new to coding or looking to enhance your programming skills, this book simplifies core Java concepts and empowers you to start building Java applications in just 24 hours.What's Inside:A step-by-step introduction to Java
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Tapworthy

Designing Great iPhone Apps

by Josh Clark ...

So you've got an idea for an iPhone app -- along with everyone else on the planet. Set your app apart with elegant design, efficient usability, and a healthy dose of personality. This accessible, well-written guide shows you how to design exceptional user experiences for the iPhone and iPod Touch through practical principles and a rich collection of visual examples.Whether you're a designer, ... Read more

$23.09 USD

So you've got an idea for an iPhone app -- along with everyone else on the planet. Set your app apart with elegant design, efficient usability, and a healthy dose of personality. This accessible, well-written guide shows you how to design exceptional user experiences for the iPhone and iPod Touch through practical principles and a rich collection of visual examples.Whether you're a designer,
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NetBeans: The Definitive Guide

Developing, Debugging, and Deploying Java Code

by Tim Boudreau, Jesse Glick, Simeon Greene, Vaughn Spurlin, Jack J. Woehr ...

As the Java programming language has increased in both functionality and complexity, developers have demanded more of their program editors. Gone are the days when a simple visual editor is sufficient for even small programming projects. While there are numerous IDEs available today for use by Java developers, one stands above the rest, not only for its functionality, but for its extensibility: ... Read more

$25.99 USD

As the Java programming language has increased in both functionality and complexity, developers have demanded more of their program editors. Gone are the days when a simple visual editor is sufficient for even small programming projects. While there are numerous IDEs available today for use by Java developers, one stands above the rest, not only for its functionality, but for its extensibility:
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Microservices Architecture Handbook

Non-Programmer's Guide for Building Microservices

by Stephen Fleming ...

Are you a non-coder looking for insight into Microservices Architecture? You may be a consultant, Advisor, Project Manager or a novice into IT industry; after going through this guide you would be able to appreciate Microservices and other related concepts like SOA, Monolith Architecture, DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes etc. You would also get to know about the leaders in Microservices adoption and ... Read more

$3.05 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you a non-coder looking for insight into Microservices Architecture? You may be a consultant, Advisor, Project Manager or a novice into IT industry; after going through this guide you would be able to appreciate Microservices and other related concepts like SOA, Monolith Architecture, DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes etc. You would also get to know about the leaders in Microservices adoption and
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Git Basics and Version Control

Cloud Series, #3

by Sankar Srinivasan ...

Series Book 3 - Cloud Series
"Git Basics and Version Control" is your essential companion to mastering the art of version control and understanding the core concepts of Git, written by Sankar Srinivasan. As a certified market professional of the National Stock Exchange of India and a self-taught coding explorer, Sankar brings a unique blend of financial acumen and technical expertise to this comprehensive guide.Explore a ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Git Basics and Version Control" is your essential companion to mastering the art of version control and understanding the core concepts of Git, written by Sankar Srinivasan. As a certified market professional of the National Stock Exchange of India and a self-taught coding explorer, Sankar brings a unique blend of financial acumen and technical expertise to this comprehensive guide.Explore a
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Template Metaprogramming with C++

Learn everything about C++ templates and unlock the power of template metaprogramming

by Marius Bancila ...

Understand how to use modern C++ templates for writing maintainable, robust, and fast softwareKey FeaturesGrasp the fundamentals of and learn to write effective C++ templatesGet up to speed with the latest C++20 template features such as constraints and conceptsExplore different patterns and idioms to integrate templates in your program designBook DescriptionLearn how the metaprogramming technique ... Read more

$35.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand how to use modern C++ templates for writing maintainable, robust, and fast softwareKey FeaturesGrasp the fundamentals of and learn to write effective C++ templatesGet up to speed with the latest C++20 template features such as constraints and conceptsExplore different patterns and idioms to integrate templates in your program designBook DescriptionLearn how the metaprogramming technique
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Head First PHP & MySQL

A Brain-Friendly Guide

by Lynn Beighley, Michael Morrison ...

If you're ready to create web pages more complex than those you can build with HTML and CSS, Head First PHP & MySQL is the ultimate learning guide to building dynamic, database-driven websites using PHP and MySQL. Packed with real-world examples, this book teaches you all the essentials of server-side programming, from the fundamentals of PHP and MySQL coding to advanced topics such as form ... Read more

$33.89 USD

If you're ready to create web pages more complex than those you can build with HTML and CSS, Head First PHP & MySQL is the ultimate learning guide to building dynamic, database-driven websites using PHP and MySQL. Packed with real-world examples, this book teaches you all the essentials of server-side programming, from the fundamentals of PHP and MySQL coding to advanced topics such as form
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Rust In Practice, Second Edition

A Programmers Guide to Build Rust Programs, Test Applications and Create Cargo Packages

by Rick Tim, Ralph J, B Anderson ...

Learn to Build Rust Programs, Test Applications and Create Your Own Cargo Packages with latest Rust 1.77"Rust In Practice, Second Edition" is an updated book that builds on the previous edition's excellent foundation and is intended to help readers progress from novice to proficient Rust developers. This new edition comes with Rust 1.77 version that goes deeper into Rust's core and advanced ... Read more

$40.49 USD

Learn to Build Rust Programs, Test Applications and Create Your Own Cargo Packages with latest Rust 1.77"Rust In Practice, Second Edition" is an updated book that builds on the previous edition's excellent foundation and is intended to help readers progress from novice to proficient Rust developers. This new edition comes with Rust 1.77 version that goes deeper into Rust's core and advanced
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Spring MVC Beginner's Guide

by Amuthan G ...

A step-by-step pragmatic approach to web application development using Spring MVC, with relevant screenshots and concise explanations. This book is aimed at helping Java developers who want to teach themselves Spring MVC, even if they have no previous experience with Spring MVC. It would be helpful to have a bit of familiarity with basic servlet programming concepts, but no prior experience is ... Read more

$26.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A step-by-step pragmatic approach to web application development using Spring MVC, with relevant screenshots and concise explanations. This book is aimed at helping Java developers who want to teach themselves Spring MVC, even if they have no previous experience with Spring MVC. It would be helpful to have a bit of familiarity with basic servlet programming concepts, but no prior experience is
... Read more
Applying Use Cases

A Practical Guide

by Geri Schneider, Jason P. Winters ...

Use case analysis is a methodology for defining the outward features of a software system from the user's point of view. Applying Use Cases, Second Edition, offers a clear and practical introduction to this cutting-edge software development technique. Using numerous realistic examples and a detailed case study, you are guided through the application of use case analysis in the development of ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Use case analysis is a methodology for defining the outward features of a software system from the user's point of view. Applying Use Cases, Second Edition, offers a clear and practical introduction to this cutting-edge software development technique. Using numerous realistic examples and a detailed case study, you are guided through the application of use case analysis in the development of
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A Practical Guide to SysML

The Systems Modeling Language

by Sanford Friedenthal, Alan Moore, Rick Steiner ...

Series series The MK/OMG Press
A Practical Guide to SysML, Third Edition, fully updated for SysML version 1.4, provides a comprehensive and practical guide for modeling systems with SysML. With their unique perspective as leading contributors to the language, Friedenthal, Moore, and Steiner provide a full description of the language along with a quick reference guide and practical examples to help you use SysML. The book begins ... Read more

$53.99 USD

A Practical Guide to SysML, Third Edition, fully updated for SysML version 1.4, provides a comprehensive and practical guide for modeling systems with SysML. With their unique perspective as leading contributors to the language, Friedenthal, Moore, and Steiner provide a full description of the language along with a quick reference guide and practical examples to help you use SysML. The book begins
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Programming iOS 14

by Matt Neuburg ...

If youÃ¢??re grounded in the basics of Swift, Xcode, and the Cocoa framework, this book provides a structured explanation of all essential real-world iOS app components. Through deep exploration and copious code examples, youÃ¢??ll learn how to create views, manipulate view controllers, and add features from iOS frameworks.Create, arrange, draw, layer, and animate views that respond to touchUse ... Read more

$41.09 USD

If youÃ¢??re grounded in the basics of Swift, Xcode, and the Cocoa framework, this book provides a structured explanation of all essential real-world iOS app components. Through deep exploration and copious code examples, youÃ¢??ll learn how to create views, manipulate view controllers, and add features from iOS frameworks.Create, arrange, draw, layer, and animate views that respond to touchUse
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The Elements of UML™ 2.0 Style

by Scott W. Ambler ...

For all developers who create models using the Unified Modeling Language (UML) 2.x The Elements of UML™ 2.0 Style sets the rules for style that will improve your productivity - especially in teams, where understandability and consistency are critical. Coming from renowned UML expert Scott Ambler, the book furnishes a set of rules for modelling in the UML and describes a collection of standards and ... Read more

$27.09 USD

For all developers who create models using the Unified Modeling Language (UML) 2.x The Elements of UML™ 2.0 Style sets the rules for style that will improve your productivity - especially in teams, where understandability and consistency are critical. Coming from renowned UML expert Scott Ambler, the book furnishes a set of rules for modelling in the UML and describes a collection of standards and
... Read more
Hands-On Software Architecture with Golang

Design and architect highly scalable and robust applications using Go

by Jyotiswarup Raiturkar ...

Understand the principles of software architecture with coverage on SOA, distributed and messaging systems, and database modelingKey FeaturesGain knowledge of architectural approaches on SOA and microservices for architectural decisionsExplore different architectural patterns for building distributed applicationsMigrate applications written in Java or Python to the Go languageBook ... Read more

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand the principles of software architecture with coverage on SOA, distributed and messaging systems, and database modelingKey FeaturesGain knowledge of architectural approaches on SOA and microservices for architectural decisionsExplore different architectural patterns for building distributed applicationsMigrate applications written in Java or Python to the Go languageBook
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Python Object-Oriented Programming

Build robust and maintainable object-oriented Python applications and libraries

by Steven F. Lott, Dusty Phillips ...

Level up your Python development by exploring advanced OOP concepts in this updated edition covering the latest design patterns, OOP techniques, and real-world projects tailored for Python 3.11 and beyondKey FeaturesBuild an intuitive understanding of object-oriented design, from introductory to mature programsLearn the ins and outs of Python syntax, libraries, and best practicesExamine a machine ... Read more

$57.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Level up your Python development by exploring advanced OOP concepts in this updated edition covering the latest design patterns, OOP techniques, and real-world projects tailored for Python 3.11 and beyondKey FeaturesBuild an intuitive understanding of object-oriented design, from introductory to mature programsLearn the ins and outs of Python syntax, libraries, and best practicesExamine a machine
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Python for Beginners: The Dummies' Guide to Learn Python Programming. A Practical Reference with Exercises for Newbies and Advanced Developers

Python Programming, #1

by Kevin Lioy ...

Series Book 1 - Python Programming
If you want to learn the most modern programming language in the world, then keep reading.Python is an high-level programming language. It's a modern language, easy to learn and understand but very powerful.It's a versatile programming language that is now being used on a lot of different projects, from world-class internet companies to small hobbyists, Python is extremely flexible and can be ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

If you want to learn the most modern programming language in the world, then keep reading.Python is an high-level programming language. It's a modern language, easy to learn and understand but very powerful.It's a versatile programming language that is now being used on a lot of different projects, from world-class internet companies to small hobbyists, Python is extremely flexible and can be
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Learning C++ by Creating Games with UE4

by William Sherif ...

COM051070 ... Read more

$27.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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SwiftUI for Masterminds 6th Edition 2026

by J.D Gauchat ...

SwiftUI for Masterminds is a comprehensive course designed to take you from the fundamentals of SwiftUI to the development of professional applications for Apple platforms.Whether you are a complete beginner starting your journey in app development or an experienced Android developer looking to expand into the Apple ecosystem, this book provides a structured, practical path to mastering SwiftUI ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

SwiftUI for Masterminds is a comprehensive course designed to take you from the fundamentals of SwiftUI to the development of professional applications for Apple platforms.Whether you are a complete beginner starting your journey in app development or an experienced Android developer looking to expand into the Apple ecosystem, this book provides a structured, practical path to mastering SwiftUI
... Read more
C++ and Algorithmic Thinking for the Complete Beginner

Learn to think like a programmer by mastering C++ and foundational algorithms from scratch.

by Aristides Bouras ...

Dive into the essentials of C++ and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide is perfect for newcomers looking to build a strong foundation in programming and problem-solving.Key FeaturesComprehensive introduction to C++ programming and detailed explanations of algorithmic concepts.Step-by-step setup of development environments, with practical exercises and real-world examples ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Dive into the essentials of C++ and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide is perfect for newcomers looking to build a strong foundation in programming and problem-solving.Key FeaturesComprehensive introduction to C++ programming and detailed explanations of algorithmic concepts.Step-by-step setup of development environments, with practical exercises and real-world examples
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