Computer Software

Few of us give much thought to computer code or how it comes to be. The very word “code” makes it sound immutable or even inevitable. “You Are Not Expected to Understand This” demonstrates that, far from being preordained, computer code is the result of very human decisions, ones we all live with when we use social media, take photos, drive our cars, and engage in a host of other activities.

Methods of delivering software are constantly evolving in order to increase speed to market without sacrificing reliability and stability. Mastering development end to end, from version control to production, and building production-ready code is now more important than ever. Continuous deployment takes it one step further. This method for delivering software automates the final step to production and enables faster feedback and safer releases.

Author Subrata Dasgupta named the two decades from 1970 to 1990 as the second age of computer science to distinguish it from the preceding genesis of the science and the age of the Internet/World Wide Web that followed. This book describes the evolution of computer science in this second age in the form of seven overlapping, intermingling, parallel histories that unfold concurrently in the course of the two decades.

Are you frustrated or disenchanted by the results of your Agile approach? Does Agile sound like a good idea, but you're not sure how to explain it beyond roles, practices, and meetings? Is your team going through the motions, but it's still business as usual? The missing piece is the Agile mindset - the thinking that makes Agile processes work.

Unlock the power of Java programming with this comprehensive, easy-to-follow audiobook designed for beginners and seasoned coders alike! Whether you're stepping into coding for the first time, looking to sharpen your skills or just want to enjoy a great computer programming language audiobook on the go! This audiobook takes the complexity out of Java, providing clear, straightforward explanations with real-world examples that will have you coding like a pro in no time.

SQL Essentials for Dummies is your quick reference to all the core concepts of SQL—a valuable common standard language used in relational databases. This useful guide is straightforward—with no excess review, wordy explanations, or fluff—so you get what you need, fast. Great for a brush-up on the basics or as an everyday desk reference, this book is one you can rely on.

This philosophy-of-programming guide presents a unique and entertaining take on how to think about programming. A collection of twenty-one pragmatic rules, each presented in a stand-alone chapter, captures the essential wisdom that every freshly minted programmer needs to know and provides thought-provoking insights for more seasoned programmers. Author Chris Zimmerman, cofounder of the video game studio Sucker Punch Productions, teaches basic truths of programming by wrapping them in memorable aphorisms and driving them home with examples drawn from real code.

An infographic for programmers presents complicated technical ideas, coding best practices, or industry trends in an easily consumed visual style. An infographic uses images, icons, and succinct text to simplify data whether it is showing the software development process, contrasting programming languages, or offering debugging advice.

En él, encontrarás una guía paso a paso que te llevará a través de todas las habilidades esenciales que todo programador importante del mundo domina. Esto no sólo le dará la oportunidad de practicar sus nuevas habilidades... sino que al final sabrá cómo crear e implementar su propia aplicación Java.

This revision of Manning's popular The Quick Python Book offers a clear, crisp introduction to the elegant Python programming language and its famously easy-to-read syntax. Written for programmers new to Python, this edition covers features common to other languages concisely, while introducing Python's comprehensive standard functions library and unique features in detail. After exploring Python's syntax, control flow, and basic data structures, the book shows how to create, test, and deploy full applications and larger code libraries.

JavaScript Application Design: A Build First Approach introduces JavaScript developers to techniques that will improve the quality of their software as well as their web development workflow. You'll begin by learning how to establish build processes that are appropriate for JavaScript-driven development. Then, you'll walk through best practices for productive day-to-day development, like running tasks when your code changes, deploying applications with a single command, and monitoring the state of your application once it's in production.

Microsoft Excel Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, and Tricks is your ticket to Excel mastery. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this book reveals a treasure trove of cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks to elevate your Excel skills. Explore data organization, formula wizardry, chart brilliance, and automation magic.

Treading on Python is designed to bring developers and others who are anxious to learn Python up to speed quickly. Not only does it teach the basics of syntax, but it condenses years of experience. You will learn warts, gotchas, best practices, and hints that have been gleaned through the years--in just days.

Dive into the world of Linux with Linux Commands, Tools, and Techniques for Beginners and Beyond by Alex Renfield, your ultimate guide to mastering one of the most powerful operating systems. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills, this audiobook covers everything you need to navigate, optimize, and excel in Linux.

Real-World Machine Learning will teach you the concepts and techniques you need to be a successful machine learning practitioner without overdosing you on abstract theory and complex mathematics. By working through immediately relevant examples in Python, you'll build skills in data acquisition and modeling, classification, and regression. You'll also explore the most important tasks like model validation, optimization, scalability, and real-time streaming. When you're done, you'll be ready to successfully build, deploy, and maintain your own powerful ML systems.

Amazon Web Services in Action introduces you to computing, storing, and networking in the AWS cloud. The audiobook will teach you about the most important services on AWS. You will also learn about best practices regarding security, high availability, and scalability.

Are you ready to turn your gaming passion into reality? This book is your ultimate guide to mastering Godot game development. No prior experience needed! Dive into the exciting world of Godot and learn step-by-step how to design captivating 2D and 3D environments, program engaging gameplay mechanics, and create stunning visual effects.

"Intelligent Futures: Navigating the Complexities of AI and Machine Learning" is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), designed to provide readers with a deep understanding of both the technologies themselves and the broader implications they carry for society, industry, and the future. This book serves as a guide through the intricacies of AI and ML, offering insights into their development, the revolutionary changes they bring to various sectors, and the challenges and opportunities they present. Structured to ...

A guide to navigating the messiness of software development process change, dealing with all the legacy organizational elements, and focusing on increasing business agility.

Microsoft commands the high ground of the information superhighway by owning the operating systems and basic applications programs that run on hundreds of millions of computers around the world. Beyond the unquestioned genius and vision of Bill Gates, what accounts for Microsoft's astounding success? Drawing on almost two years of on-site observation at Microsoft headquarters, eminent scientists Michael A. Cusumano and Richard W. Selby reveal many of Microsoft's innermost secrets.