The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Career in Computer Programming

The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Career in Computer Programming
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 308
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0789719959
ISBN-13 : 9780789719959
Rating : 4/5 (59 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Career in Computer Programming by : Jesse Liberty

Describes the job market, qualifications, career paths, and common pitfalls and includes information on interviewing, working with employment agencies, and resumes

The Complete Idiot's Guide to HTML5 and CSS3

The Complete Idiot's Guide to HTML5 and CSS3
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 406
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781101515778
ISBN-13 : 1101515775
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to HTML5 and CSS3 by : Joe Kraynak

Create dynamic, interactive websites with HTML5 and CSS3. HTML5 and CSS3 are the newest revisions of the primary standards for structuring and styling web content—major updates that enable designers and developers to streamline source code and publish more dynamic, interactive content without having to learn complex scripting languages. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to HTML5 and CSS3 provides both new and existing web developers the tools they need to code and design the web content that people increasingly expect to experience when they surf the web. Even better, you learn HTML5 and CSS3 in the context of building a website with a content management system (CMS), such as WordPress. You can then apply your knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3 to customize your site, instead of starting from scratch. You discover how to: • Design and maintain a website using web-based tools instead of a complicated HTML editor. • Code pages properly using the new HTML5 structure tags. • Embed audio and video using the new HTML5 tags. • Apply a CSS theme to format pages, and customize the theme using CSS3 styles. • Use CSS3 to round box corners and make images and backgrounds more or less transparent. • Take full advantage of new CSS3 transformation and animation features to animate objects on a page, create image rollovers, and build your own drop-down menus. • Test and fine-tune your site to make it load faster and look just right. • Perform an SEO audit of your site and keyword-optimize your site's content. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to HTML5 and CSS3 features: • 16-page color insert • HTML5 Quick Reference • CSS3 Properties and Values Quick Reference • HTML Special Characters and Symbols Quick Reference • Speak Like a Geek Glossary From the Author Although this book focuses primarily on HTML5 & CSS3, it presents these topics in the context of building a web site. When you're first getting started, building a site from scratch using only HTML and CSS can be overwhelming. You're usually better off starting with a content management system (CMS), such as WordPress, and a pre-designed theme. You can then use your knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3 to customize your site, instead of starting from scratch. This approach gets your site up and running as quickly as possible and allows you to learn more at a more comfortable pace.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 419
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781101478844
ISBN-13 : 1101478845
Rating : 4/5 (44 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory by : Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.

Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Technical Writing

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Technical Writing
Author :
Publisher : Alpha Books
Total Pages : 333
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0028641469
ISBN-13 : 9780028641461
Rating : 4/5 (69 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Technical Writing by : Krista Van Laan

Covers the field of technical writing, providing information on such topics as building a portfolio, writing an effective resume, finding well-paying jobs, passing a writing exam, and creating a document online.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to WordPress

The Complete Idiot's Guide to WordPress
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 451
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781101513712
ISBN-13 : 1101513713
Rating : 4/5 (12 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to WordPress by : Susan Gunelius

Take advantage of the #1 blog publishing application. With more than 22 million users worldwide, WordPress is the #1 blog WordPress publishing application in the world. This guide provides users of both its hosted blogging service (WorldPress.com) and its self-hosted application (WordPress.org) with everything they need to know to create, customize, manage, and share their WordPress blogs with the world.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Computer Basics, 5th Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Computer Basics, 5th Edition
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 452
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781101022177
ISBN-13 : 1101022175
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Computer Basics, 5th Edition by : Joe Kraynak

Time for an upgrade! The fifth edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Computer Basics places the reader in charge of the computer, rather than the other way around, and places the focus on software troubleshooting rather than hardware techno-babble. The reader wants to do something practical with his or her computer—this book shows them how. • Covers basic office programs and how to manage photo, video, and music files • Advice on safe web-surfing, including coverage of newsgroups, message boards, and mailing lists • New green computing initiatives that help protect the environment • Maintenance and upgrading information

The Complete Idiot's Guide to PC Basics, Windows 7 Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to PC Basics, Windows 7 Edition
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 399
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781101478868
ISBN-13 : 1101478861
Rating : 4/5 (68 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to PC Basics, Windows 7 Edition by : Joe Kraynak

Discover how to do just about anything with your Windows 7 PC The Complete Idiot's Guide® to PC Basics, Windows 7 Edition shows you how to do practical and fun stuff with your PC, including . . . Basics • Navigate and personalize Windows 7 • Manage disks, files, and folders • Install and uninstall programs • Use office applications, including a word processor and spreadsheet • Manage your personal finances • Get up and running with email Fun Stuff • Manage your digital photos and share them online • Transform a collection of photos into a movie and burn it to a DVD • Download music and transfer it to your MP3 player or CDs • Get connected with friends, family, and old school chums on Facebook • Tweet on Twitter • Discover cool features on Google you never knew existed • Watch and share video on YouTube • Find deals on eBay and other shopping sites • Create your own website or blog for free • Make free or really cheap phone calls all over the world with Skype For power users • Set up a home or small-business network • Protect your computer from viruses and other online threats • Upgrade and troubleshoot your PC From the Author You don't need to be a mechanic to drive a car, and you don't need to be a technician to use a computer. This book puts you in the driver's seat and shows you how to get where you're going with your computer, its software, and the Internet. Whether you want to manage your finances or your photos, connect with family and friends on Facebook, or buy and sell stuff on eBay, this book provides the step-by-step guidance that shows you how to do it.

Coding For Dummies

Coding For Dummies
Author :
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 288
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781119296072
ISBN-13 : 1119296072
Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis Coding For Dummies by : Nikhil Abraham

Coding For Dummies, (9781119293323) was previously published as Coding For Dummies, (9781118951309). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. Hands-on exercises help you learn to code like a pro No coding experience is required for Coding For Dummies, your one-stop guide to building a foundation of knowledge in writing computer code for web, application, and software development. It doesn't matter if you've dabbled in coding or never written a line of code, this book guides you through the basics. Using foundational web development languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, it explains in plain English how coding works and why it's needed. Online exercises developed by Codecademy, a leading online code training site, help hone coding skills and demonstrate results as you practice. The site provides an environment where you can try out tutorials built into the text and see the actual output from your coding. You'll also gain access to end-of-chapter challenges to apply newly acquired skills to a less-defined assignment. So what are you waiting for? The current demand for workers with coding and computer science skills far exceeds the supply Teaches the foundations of web development languages in an easy-to-understand format Offers unprecedented opportunities to practice basic coding languages Readers can access online hands-on exercises and end-of-chapter assessments that develop and test their new-found skills If you're a student looking for an introduction to the basic concepts of coding or a professional looking to add new skills, Coding For Dummies has you covered.

Beginning Programming For Dummies

Beginning Programming For Dummies
Author :
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 408
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781118051078
ISBN-13 : 1118051076
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Beginning Programming For Dummies by : Wallace Wang

Do you think the programmers who work at your office are magical wizards who hold special powers that manipulate your computer? Believe it or not, anyone can learn how to write programs, and it doesn’t take a higher math and science education to start. Beginning Programming for Dummies shows you how computer programming works without all the technical details or hard programming language. It explores the common parts of every computer programming language and how to write for multiple platforms like Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux. This easily accessible guide provides you with the tools you need to: Create programs and divide them into subprograms Develop variables and use constants Manipulate strings and convert them into numbers Use an array as storage space Reuse and rewrite code Isolate data Create a user interface Write programs for the Internet Utilize JavaScript and Java Applets In addition to these essential building blocks, this guide features a companion CD-ROM containing Liberty BASIC compiler and code in several languages. It also provides valuable programming resources and lets you in on cool careers for programmers. With Beginning Programming of Dummies, you can take charge of your computer and begin programming today!

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microbiology

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microbiology
Author :
Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 356
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781440696749
ISBN-13 : 1440696748
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microbiology by : Jeffrey J. Byrd Ph.D.

Small creatures of great importance. Microbiology, the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans, is a key part of medical training curriculum. Written by a top professor of microbiology and an experienced science writer, this book is a basic microbiology course that can be understood by anyone, including medical students, professionals wanting to bone up on the subject, and laypersons wanting to know about the topic. • Includes coverage on microbes and their relationship with each other, the body’s immune system, infectious diseases, biotechnology, and bioterrorism