Learn to build fast and robust applications on the Linux platform with Swift About This Book Create robust applications by building a strong foundation in the Swift Language Utilize Swift 3 on the embedded Linux platform for IoT and Robotic projects Build more flexible and high-performing applications on desktop, server, and embedded Linux platforms Who This Book Is For This book is for Linux developers who are interested in quickly learning how to use Swift to create exciting applications on Linux platforms. What You Will Learn Install Swift on the Linux platform Explore the power of the Swift language Get to know the proper design techniques Understand Swift's new Core Library Implement popular design patterns with Swift Integrate C libraries with Swift Using Swift on Single-Board Computers Learn how to add concurrency to your application with Grand Central Dispatch Learn how to work with Swift Generics Learn how to use the Protocol-Oriented design paradigm In Detail Swift is a modern, fast, and safe programming language created by Apple. Writing Swift is interactive and fun, the syntax is concise yet expressive, and the code runs lightning-fast. Swift's move to open source has been embraced with open arms and has seen increased adoption in the Linux platform. Our book will introduce you to the Swift language, further delving into all the key concepts you need to create applications for desktop, server, and embedded Linux platforms. We will teach you the best practices to design an application with Swift 3 via design patterns and Protocol-Oriented Programming. Further on, you will learn how to catch and respond to errors within your application. When you have gained a strong knowledge of using Swift in Linux, we'll show you how to build IoT and robotic projects using Swift on single board computers. By the end of the book, you will have a solid understanding of the Swift Language with Linux and will be able to create your own applications with ease. Style and approach This easy-to-follow, code-rich guide is filled with examples that demonstrate how to put the concepts into practice. You'll also get design patterns and best practices to get you writing better applications on the Linux platform.

Dive into the latest release of the Swift programming language with this advanced Apple development book About This Book Discover the new features and improvements to Swift 3 Get to grips with advanced design patterns and techniques to write smarter, cleaner Swift code Become a more fluent Swift developer and build powerful, impressive iOS and OS X applications. Who This Book Is For This book is for developers who want to dive into the newest version of Swift. If you are a developer that learns best by looking at, and working with code, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Apple's tools is beneficial but not mandatory. What You Will Learn Dive into the core components of Swift 3.0, including operators, collections, control flow, and functions Create and use classes, structures, and enums Understand object-oriented Swift and see how to tackle inheritance, protocols, and extensions Develop a practical understanding of subscripts, optionals, and closures See how to use the new protocol extension and error handling features of Swift 3.0 Add concurrency to your applications using Grand Central Dispatch In Detail Swift is the definitive language of Apple development today. It's a vital part of any iOS and OS X developer's skillset, helping them to build the most impressive and popular apps on the App Store—the sort of apps that are essential to iPhone and iPad users every day. With version 3.0, the Swift team have added new features to improve the development experience—making it easier to get the results you want and customers expect. Inside, you'll find the key features of Swift 3.0 and quickly learn how to use the newest updates to your development advantage. From Objective-C interoperability to ARC, to closures and concurrency, this advanced Swift guide will develop your expertise and make you more fluent in this vital programming language. We give you in-depth knowledge of some of the most sophisticated elements of Swift development including protocol extensions, error-handling, design patterns, and concurrency, and guide you on how to use and apply them in your own projects. You'll see how even the most challenging design patterns and programming techniques can be used to write cleaner code and to build more performant iOS and OS X applications. By the end of this book, you'll have a handle on effective design patterns and techniques, which means you'll soon be writing better iOS and OS X applications with a new level of sophistication and control. Style and approach Packed with practical examples that show you how to put the concepts you learn into practice quickly, we'll takes you through some of the most advanced and sophisticated elements of the language in a practical and actionable way. You can also download the code to use yourself

Harness the power of the latest edition with this in-depth and comprehensive guide to the Swift language Key FeaturesFifth edition of this bestselling book, improved and updated to cover the latest version of the Swift 5 programming languageGet to grips with popular and modern design techniques to write easy-to-manage Swift codeLearn how to use core Swift features such as concurrency, generics, and copy-on-write in your codeBook Description Over the years, the Mastering Swift book has established itself amongst developers as a popular choice as an in-depth and practical guide to the Swift programming language. The latest edition is fully updated and revised to cover the new version: Swift 5. Inside this book, you'll find the key features of Swift 5 easily explained with complete sets of examples. From the basics of the language to popular features such as concurrency, generics, and memory management, this definitive guide will help you develop your expertise and mastery of the Swift language. Mastering Swift 5, Fifth Edition will give you an in-depth knowledge of some of the most sophisticated elements in Swift development, including protocol extensions, error handling, and closures. It will guide you on how to use and apply them in your own projects. Later, you'll see how to leverage the power of protocol-oriented programming to write flexible and easier-to-manage code. You will also see how to add the copy-on-write feature to your custom value types and how to avoid memory management issues caused by strong reference cycles. What you will learnUnderstand core Swift components, including operators, collections, control flows, and functionsLearn how and when to use classes, structures, and enumerationsUnderstand how to use protocol-oriented design with extensions to write easier-to-manage codeUse design patterns with Swift, to solve commonly occurring design problemsImplement copy-on-write for you custom value types to improve performanceAdd concurrency to your applications using Grand Central Dispatch and Operation QueuesImplement generics to write flexible and reusable codeWho this book is for This book is for developers who want to delve into the newest version of Swift. If you are a developer and learn best by looking at and working with code, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Apple's tools would be beneficial but not mandatory. All examples should work on the Linux platform as well.

A comprehensive guide for programming enthusiasts who wish to gain a firm command of the fundamentals and advanced Swift concepts Key FeaturesSixth edition of this bestselling book, improved and updated to cover the latest version of the Swift 5.3 programming languageGet to grips with popular and modern design techniques to write easy-to-manage Swift codeUse core Swift features such as concurrency, generics, and copy-on-write in your codeBook Description Over the years, Mastering Swift has proven itself among developers as a popular choice for an in-depth and practical guide to the Swift programming language. This sixth edition comes with the latest features, an overall revision to align with Swift 5.3, and two new chapters on building swift from source and advanced operators. From the basics of the language to popular features such as concurrency, generics, and memory management, this in-depth guide will help you develop your expertise and mastery of the language. As you progress, you will gain practical insights into some of the most sophisticated elements in Swift development, including protocol extensions, error handling, and closures. The book will also show you how to use and apply them in your own projects. In later chapters, you will understand how to use the power of protocol-oriented programming to write flexible and easier-to-manage code in Swift. Finally, you will learn how to add the copy-on-write feature to your custom value types, along with understanding how to avoid memory management issues caused by strong reference cycles. By the end of this Swift book, you will have mastered the Swift 5.3 language and developed the skills you need to effectively use its features to build robust applications. What you will learnUnderstand core Swift components, such as operators, collections, control flows, and functionsIdentify how and when to use classes, structures, and enumerationsUse protocol-oriented design with extensions to write easy-to-manage codeLeverage design patterns with Swift to solve commonly occurring design problemsApply copy-on-write for your custom value types to improve performanceAdd concurrency to your applications using Grand Central Dispatch and operation queuesImplement generics to write flexible and reusable codeWho this book is for This book is for beginners with a basic understanding of programming and experienced developers looking to learn Swift programming. Familiarity with Apple's tools will be beneficial but not mandatory. All examples should also work on the Linux and Windows platforms

TAGLINE Instructions for downloading, installing, and upgrading IBM CMOD KEY FEATURES ● Master IBM CMOD installation on RedHat Linux and Windows, including optional software and upgrade steps. ● Learn to configure CMOD with Content Navigator and FileNet using practical, real-world examples. ● Acquire essential admin skills for Linux and Windows, focusing on user management and system optimization. ● Hands-on examples of using the CMOD Java API for building and integrating custom solutions. DESCRIPTION Research shows that organizations using robust content management systems can reduce operational costs by up to 30% and improve data retrieval times by over 50%. IBM CMOD, utilized by thousands globally, connects millions of users daily, empowering them to create tailored solutions through customizable parameters. Mastering IBM CMOD for Red Hat Linux and Windows 11 Servers goes beyond basic instruction, offering a hands-on, practical approach for professionals eager to excel in data management. This book combines foundational knowledge with advanced applications, equipping readers to seamlessly download, install, configure, and integrate CMOD across both operating systems. Explore unique industry applications with detailed integration steps for IBM Content Navigator and IBM FileNet, ensuring you meet real-world business needs effectively. With crystal-clear instructions and illustrative screenshots, the learning process is streamlined. Additionally, gain expert guidance on configuring CMOD Java API examples within a Linux Eclipse Java IDE environment, equipping you with essential skills to build and integrate custom solutions confidently. Get started with this IBM CMOD book to transform your content management capabilities and say goodbye to struggles with IBM CMOD installation and configuration. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Understand the core concepts, functionalities, installation, and configuration of IBM Content Manager OnDemand (CMOD). ● Discover advanced methods for integrating CMOD with IBM Content Navigator and FileNet. ● Gain best practices for administration of CMOD on both Linux and Windows platforms. ● Learn strategies for optimizing CMOD performance, including resource allocation and system tuning. ● Develop troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve common issues encountered during installation and operation. ● Understand how to effectively manage data loading and processing with ARSLOAD and ARSXAFP commands. ● Build and integrate custom applications with detailed instructions on configuring CMOD Java API examples within a Linux Eclipse Java IDE. ● Benefit from a collection of configuration files and essential publications for ongoing reference and support. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This book is designed for Java programmers, developers, IT consultants, and systems architects with foundational IT knowledge. It offers comprehensive instructions for downloading, installing, and configuring IBM CMOD version 10.5.0.7, including integration with IBM Content Navigator and IBM FileNet. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to IBM Content Manager OnDemand 2. Installing CMOD on Linux Systems 3. Installing Optional CMOD Software on Linux 4. Installing the Upgraded Linux GSKit and Libraries 5. Installing CMOD on Windows Systems 6. Restarting the CMOD System on Linux 7. CMOD Administration on Windows 8. CMOD System User Administration on Linux 9. CMOD Java API Examples 10. Connecting CMOD to IBM Content Navigator 11. Starting arssockd on the Linux Server 12. Configuring the arsload Program 13. Running ARSLOAD 14. Running the ARSXAFP Program on Windows and Linux APPENDIX A: IBM Content Manager OnDemand Fix Pack Installation APPENDIX B: Recreating an Application Group APPENDIX C: List of Configuration Files and Settings APPENDIX D: ASB Software Development Limited Publications Index

Develop advanced skills for working with Linux systems on-premises and in the cloud Key FeaturesBecome proficient in everyday Linux administration tasks by mastering the Linux command line and using automationWork with the Linux filesystem, packages, users, processes, and daemonsDeploy Linux to the cloud with AWS, Azure, and KubernetesBook Description Linux plays a significant role in modern data center management and provides great versatility in deploying and managing your workloads on-premises and in the cloud. This book covers the important topics you need to know about for your everyday Linux administration tasks. The book starts by helping you understand the Linux command line and how to work with files, packages, and filesystems. You'll then begin administering network services and hardening security, and learn about cloud computing, containers, and orchestration. Once you've learned how to work with the command line, you'll explore the essential Linux commands for managing users, processes, and daemons and discover how to secure your Linux environment using application security frameworks and firewall managers. As you advance through the chapters, you'll work with containers, hypervisors, virtual machines, Ansible, and Kubernetes. You'll also learn how to deploy Linux to the cloud using AWS and Azure. By the end of this Linux book, you'll be well-versed with Linux and have mastered everyday administrative tasks using workflows spanning from on-premises to the cloud. If you also find yourself adopting DevOps practices in the process, we'll consider our mission accomplished. What you will learnUnderstand how Linux works and learn basic to advanced Linux administration skillsExplore the most widely used commands for managing the Linux filesystem, network, security, and moreGet to grips with different networking and messaging protocolsFind out how Linux security works and how to configure SELinux, AppArmor, and Linux iptablesWork with virtual machines and containers and understand container orchestration with KubernetesWork with containerized workflows using Docker and KubernetesAutomate your configuration management workloads with AnsibleWho this book is for If you are a Linux administrator who wants to understand the fundamentals and as well as modern concepts of Linux system administration, this book is for you. Windows System Administrators looking to extend their knowledge to the Linux OS will also benefit from this book.

Implement object-oriented programming paradigms with Swift 3.0 and mix them with modern functional programming techniques to build powerful real-world applications About This Book Leverage the most efficient object-oriented design patterns in your Swift applications Write robust, safer, and better code using the blueprints that generate objects Build a platform with object-oriented code using real-world elements and represent them in your apps Who This Book Is For This book is for iOS and macOS developers who want to get a detailed practical understanding of object-oriented programming with the latest version of Swift: 3.0. What You Will Learn Write high-quality and easy-to-maintain reusable object-oriented code to build applications for iOS, macOS, and Linux Work with encapsulation, abstraction, and polymorphism using Swift 3.0 Work with classes, instances, properties, and methods in Swift 3.0 Take advantage of inheritance, specialization, and the possibility to overload or override members Implement encapsulation, abstraction, and polymorphism Explore functional programming techniques mixed with object-oriented code in Swift 3.0 Understand the differences between Swift 3.0, previous Swift versions, and Objective-C code In Detail Swift has quickly become one of the most-liked languages and developers' de-facto choice when building applications that target iOS and macOS. In the new version, the Swift team wants to take its adoption to the next level by making it available for new platforms and audiences. This book introduces the object-oriented paradigm and its implementation in the Swift 3 programming language to help you understand how real-world objects can become part of fundamental reusable elements in the code. This book is developed with XCode 8.x and covers all the enhancements included in Swift 3.0. In addition, we teach you to run most of the examples with the Swift REPL available on macOS and Linux, and with a Web-based Swift sandbox developed by IBM capable of running on any web browser, including Windows and mobile devices. You will organize data in blueprints that generate instances. You'll work with examples so you understand how to encapsulate and hide data by working with properties and access control. Then, you'll get to grips with complex scenarios where you use instances that belong to more than one blueprint. You'll discover the power of contract programming and parametric polymorphism. You'll combine generic code with inheritance and multiple inheritance. Later, you'll see how to combine functional programming with object-oriented programming and find out how to refactor your existing code for easy maintenance. Style and approach This simple guide is packed with practical examples of solutions to common problems. Each chapter includes exercises and the possibility for you to test your progress by answering a quiz

Configure, manage, and secure a CentOS 7 Linux server to serve a variety of services provided in a sustainable computer's infrastructure. About This Book Learn how to efficiently set up and manage a Linux server using one of the best suited technologies for this purpose, CentOS 7 Personalize your Linux server and familiarize yourself with the latest tools and utilities setup provided by the new CentOS distribution Follow a step-by-step tutorial through the configuration of the requested services with the capacity to personalize them as per your needs Who This Book Is For If you are a Linux system administrator with an intermediate administration level, this is your opportunity to master the brand new distribution of CentOS. If you wish to possess a fully sustainable Linux server, with all its new tools and tweaks, that serves a variety of services to your users and customers, this book is ideal for you. It is your ticket to easily adapt to all the changes made in the latest shift. What You Will Learn Manage CentOS 7 users, groups, and root access privileges Enhance the server's security through its firewall and prevent the most common attacks from penetrating or disabling the server Explore and implement the common, useful services that a CentOS 7 server can provide Monitor your server infrastructure for system or hardware issues Create and configure a virtual machine using virtualization technologies Implement a cloud computing solution on a single node system Get an introduction to the configuration management tools and their usage Discover the importance of the tools that provide remote connection, server service security, and system and process monitoring tools In Detail Most server infrastructures are equipped with at least one Linux server that provides many essential services, both for a user's demands and for the infrastructure itself. Setting up a sustainable Linux server is one of the most demanding tasks for a system administrator to perform. However, learning multiple, new technologies to meet all of their needs is time-consuming. CentOS 7 is the brand new version of the CentOS Linux system under the RPM (Red Hat) family. It is one of the most widely-used operating systems, being the choice of many organizations across the world. With the help of this book, you will explore the best practices and administration tools of CentOS 7 Linux server along with implementing some of the most common Linux services. We start by explaining the initial steps you need to carry out after installing CentOS 7 by briefly explaining the concepts related to users, groups, and right management, along with some basic system security measures. Next, you will be introduced to the most commonly used services and shown in detail how to implement and deploy them so they can be used by internal or external users. Soon enough, you will be shown how to monitor the server. We will then move on to master the virtualization and cloud computing techniques. Finally, the book wraps up by explaining configuration management and some security tweaks. All these topics and more are covered in this comprehensive guide, which briefly demonstrates the latest changes to all of the services and tools with the recent shift from CentOS 6 to CentOS 7. Style and approach This is a detailed and in-depth guide to help you administrate CentOS 7 for the usage of your server's infrastructure and also for personal network security. Each section shows a list of tools and utilities that are useful to perform the required task, in an easy to understand manner.

Are you ready to take charge of fortifying your Linux systems against the relentless tide of cyber threats? "Mastering Linux Security" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of securing Linux environments against a spectrum of digital dangers. Whether you're an IT professional guarding critical servers or a Linux enthusiast striving to bolster personal security, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools to establish an unyielding defense. Key Features: 1. Thorough Exploration of Linux Security: Dive deep into the core principles of Linux security, understanding the intricacies of user management, permissions, and cryptography. Develop a solid foundation that empowers you to create a secure infrastructure. 2. Understanding Cyber Threats: Navigate the dynamic landscape of cyber threats. Learn about malware, exploits, social engineering attacks, and more, enabling you to stay ahead of adversaries and safeguard your systems effectively. 3. Hardening Linux Systems: Discover strategies for hardening Linux systems to reduce vulnerabilities. Implement best practices for securing SSH, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and more to create a robust barrier. 4. Access Control and Identity Management: Delve into access control mechanisms and identity management strategies. Learn how to implement least privilege principles, multi-factor authentication, and centralized user management for enhanced security. 5. Network Security Measures: Master network security measures to shield Linux systems from cyber threats. Explore techniques for implementing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and securing network services. 6. Secure Software Development: Learn how to develop secure software for Linux systems. Explore techniques for mitigating common vulnerabilities, implementing secure coding practices, and performing code audits. 7. Incident Response and Recovery: Develop a comprehensive incident response plan to handle security breaches effectively. Understand the steps for isolating threats, recovering compromised systems, and learning from security incidents. 8. Data Protection and Encryption: Uncover the world of data protection and encryption techniques on Linux. Implement secure storage, encryption, and secure data transmission methods to safeguard sensitive information. 9. Cloud Security Considerations: Navigate the complexities of securing Linux systems in cloud environments. Understand the unique challenges and solutions associated with Linux security in cloud settings. Who This Book Is For: "Mastering Linux Security" is an invaluable resource for IT professionals, system administrators, security analysts, and Linux enthusiasts tasked with protecting Linux systems from cyber threats. Whether you're well-versed in cybersecurity or a novice exploring the world of Linux security, this book will guide you through the complexities and empower you to establish an impregnable defense.

Unleash the power of Swift and discover the skills required to build incredible robust iOS applications About This Book Write expressive, understandable, and maintainable Swift 2 code with this hands-on course Unveil the complex underpinnings of Swift to turn your app ideas into reality Specialize in developing real iOS apps, and 2D and 3D video games using Swift and Cocoapods Dive deep into protocol extensions, learn new error handling model and use featured Swift design patterns to write more efficient code Who This Book Is For This course would be for app developers who are new to developing for iOS or OSX and are trying to get grips with Swift for the first time. What You Will Learn From a solid understanding of the Swift 2 language Get to know the practical aspects of how a computer program actually works Understand the paradigms used by Apple's frameworks, so you are not intimidated by them Create a server in Swift to deliver JSON data to an iOS app Take advantage of Cocoapods to use third-party libraries Build games with SpriteKit and SceneKit Develop an app running on the cloud to act as an API server for your client's apps Dive into the core components of Swift 2 including operators, collections, control flow, and functions Create and use classes, structures, and enums including object-oriented topics such as inheritance, protocols, and extensions Develop a practical understanding of subscripts, optionals, and closures Master Objective-C interoperability with mix and match Access network resources using Swift Implement various standard design patterns in the Swift language In Detail The Swift––Developing iOS Applications course will take you on a journey to become an efficient iOS and OS X developer, with the latest trending topic in town. Right from the basics to the advanced level topics, this course would cover everything in detail. We'll embark our journey by dividing the learning path into four modules. Each of these modules are a mini course in their own right; and as you complete each one, you'll gain key skills and be ready for the material in the next module. The first module is like a step-by-step guide to programming in Swift 2. Each topic is separated into compressible sections that are full of practical examples and easy-to-understand explanations. Each section builds on the previous topics, so you can develop a proficient and comprehensive understanding of app development in Swift 2. By the end of this module, you'll have a basic understanding of Swift 2 and its functionalities. The second module will be the an easy-to-follow guide filled with tutorials to show you how to build real-world apps. The difficulty and complexity level increases chapter by chapter. Each chapter is dedicated to build a new app, beginning from a basic and unstyled app through to a full 3D game. The last two chapters show you how to build a complete client-server e-commerce app right from scratch. You'll be able to build well-designed apps, effectively use AutoLayout, develop videogames, and build server apps. The third and the last module of our course will take an example-based approach where each concept covered is supported by example code to not only give you a good understanding of the concept, but also to demonstrate how to properly implement it. Style and approach This course includes all the resources that will help you jump into the app development .This course covers all the important aspects Swift application development and is divided into individual modules so that you develop your skill after the completion of a module and get ready for the next. Through this comprehensive course, you'll learn how to use Swift programming with hands-on examples from scratch to finish!