Beginning Programming For Dummies

Author : Wallace Wang
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118051076
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning Programming For Dummies written by Wallace Wang and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Author : John Paul Mueller
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119457890
Total Pages : 422 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies written by John Paul Mueller and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-02-13 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The easy way to learn programming fundamentals with Python Python is a remarkably powerful and dynamic programming language that's used in a wide variety of application domains. Some of its key distinguishing features include a very clear, readable syntax, strong introspection capabilities, intuitive object orientation, and natural expression of procedural code. Plus, Python features full modularity, supporting hierarchical packages, exception-based error handling, and modules easily written in C, C++, Java, R, or .NET languages, such as C#. In addition, Python supports a number of coding styles that include: functional, imperative, object-oriented, and procedural. Due to its ease of use and flexibility, Python is constantly growing in popularity—and now you can wear your programming hat with pride and join the ranks of the pros with the help of this guide. Inside, expert author John Paul Mueller gives a complete step-by-step overview of all there is to know about Python. From performing common and advanced tasks, to collecting data, to interacting with package—this book covers it all! Use Python to create and run your first application Find out how to troubleshoot and fix errors Learn to work with Anaconda and use Magic Functions Benefit from completely updated and revised information since the last edition If you've never used Python or are new to programming in general, Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies is a helpful resource that will set you up for success.

Author : Barry A. Burd
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118051068
Total Pages : 386 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Java For Dummies written by Barry A. Burd and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-03 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Start building powerful programs with Java 6—fast! Get an overview of Java 6 and begin building your own programs Even if you're new to Java programming—or to programming in general—you can get up and running on this wildly popular language in a hurry. This book makes it easy! From how to install and run Java to understanding classes and objects and juggling values with arrays and collections, you will get up to speed on the new features of Java 6 in no time. Discover how to Use object-oriented programming Work with the changes in Java 6 and JDK 6 Save time by reusing code Mix Java and Javascript with the new scripting tools Troubleshoot code problems and fix bugs All on the bonus CD-ROM Custom build of JCreator and all the code files used in the book Bonus chapters not included in the book Trial version of Jindent, WinOne, and NetCaptor freeware System Requirements: For details and complete system requirements, see the CD-ROM appendix. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Author : Nikhil Abraham
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119296072
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Coding For Dummies written by Nikhil Abraham and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-05-27 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Wallace Wang
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 111805122X
Total Pages : 723 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning Programming All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies written by Wallace Wang and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-08 with total page 723 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fun, fast, and easy way to learn programming fundamentals and essentials – from C to Visual Basic and all the languages in between So you want to be a programmer? Or maybe you just want to make your computer do what YOU want for a change? Maybe you enjoy the challenge of identifying a problem and solving it. If programming intrigues you (for whatever reason), Beginning Programming All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies is like having a starter programming library all in one handy, if hefty, book. In this practical guide, you'll find out about algorithms, best practices, compiling, debugging your programs, and much more. The concepts are illustrated in several different programming languages, so you'll get a feel for the variety of languages and the needs they fill. Inside you'll discover seven minibooks: Getting Started: From learning methods for writing programs to becoming familiar with types of programming languages, you'll lay the foundation for your programming adventure with this minibook. Programming Basics: Here you’ll dive into how programs work, variables, data types, branching, looping, subprograms, objects, and more. Data Structures: From structures, arrays, sets, linked lists, and collections, to stacks, queues, graphs, and trees, you'll dig deeply into the data. Algorithms: This minibook shows you how to sort and search algorithms, how to use string searching, and gets into data compression and encryption. Web Programming: Learn everything you need to know about coding for the web: HyperText. Markup Language (better known simply as HTML), CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and Ruby. Programming Language Syntax: Introduces you to the syntax of various languages – C, C++, Java, C#, Perl, Python, Pascal, Delphi, Visual Basic, REALbasic – so you know when to use which one. Applications: This is the fun part where you put your newly developed programming skills to work in practical ways. Additionally, Beginning Programming All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies shows you how to decide what you want your program to do, turn your instructions into "machine language" that the computer understands, use programming best practices, explore the "how" and "why" of data structuring, and more. And you'll get a look into various applications like database management, bioinformatics, computer security, and artificial intelligence. After you get this book and start coding, you'll soon realize that — wow! You're a programmer!

Author : Rajiv Ramnath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118799275
Total Pages : 470 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning IOS Programming For Dummies written by Rajiv Ramnath and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-04-14 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information on how to program software for iOS applications, covering such topics as object-oriented design principles, using Xcode, developing an Apps user interface, and harnessing iOS device capabilities.

Author : Stephen R. Davis
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118823931
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies written by Stephen R. Davis and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to program with C++ quickly with this helpful ForDummies guide Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies, 2ndEdition gives you plain-English explanations of the fundamentalprinciples of C++, arming you with the skills and know-how toexpertly use one of the world's most popular programming languages.You'll explore what goes into creating a program, how to put thepieces together, learn how to deal with standard programmingchallenges, and much more. Written by the bestselling author of C++ For Dummies,this updated guide explores the basic development concepts andtechniques of C++ from a beginner's point of view, and helps makesense of the how and why of C++ programming from the ground up.Beginning with an introduction to how programming languagesfunction, the book goes on to explore how to work with integerexpressions and character expressions, keep errors out of yourcode, use loops and functions, divide your code into modules, andbecome a functional programmer. Grasp C++ programming like a pro, even if you've never writtena line of code Master basic development concepts and techniques in C++ Get rid of bugs and write programs that work Find all the code from the book and an updated C++ compiler onthe companion website If you're a student or first-time programmer looking to masterthis object-oriented programming language, Beginning Programmingwith C++ For Dummies, 2nd Edition has youcovered.

Author : Nikhil Abraham
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119363039
Total Pages : 811 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Coding All-in-One For Dummies written by Nikhil Abraham and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 811 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See all the things coding can accomplish The demand for people with coding know-how exceeds the number of people who understand the languages that power technology. Coding All-in-One For Dummies gives you an ideal place to start when you're ready to add this valuable asset to your professional repertoire. Whether you need to learn how coding works to build a web page or an application or see how coding drives the data revolution, this resource introduces the languages and processes you'll need to know. Peek inside to quickly learn the basics of simple web languages, then move on to start thinking like a professional coder and using languages that power big applications. Take a look inside for the steps to get started with updating a website, creating the next great mobile app, or exploring the world of data science. Whether you're looking for a complete beginner's guide or a trusted resource for when you encounter problems with coding, there's something for you! Create code for the web Get the tools to create a mobile app Discover languages that power data science See the future of coding with machine learning tools With the demand for skilled coders at an all-time high, Coding All-in-One For Dummies is here to propel coding newbies to the ranks of professional programmers.

Author : Camille McCue
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119555167
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Coding For Kids For Dummies written by Camille McCue and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide for kids who want to learn coding Coding is quickly becoming an essential academic skill, right up there with reading, writing, and arithmetic. This book is an ideal way for young learners ages 8-13 who want more coding knowledge than you can learn in an hour, a day, or a week. Written by a classroom instructor with over a decade of experience teaching technology skills to kids as young as five, this book teaches the steps and logic needed to write code, solve problems, and create fun games and animations using projects based in Scratch and JavaScript. This 2nd Edition is fully updated to no longer require any limited-time software downloads to complete the projects. Learn the unique logic behind writing computer code Use simple coding tools ideal for teaching kids and beginners Build games and animations you can show off to friends Add motion and interactivity to your projects Whether you’re a kid ready to make fun things using technology or a parent, teacher, or mentor looking to introduce coding in an eager child’s life, this fun book makes getting started with coding fun and easy!

Author : John C. Shovic
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119787610
Total Pages : 720 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Python All-in-One For Dummies written by John C. Shovic and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-29 with total page 720 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The one-stop resource for all your Python queries Powerful and flexible, Python is one of the most popular programming languages in the world. It's got all the right stuff for the software driving the cutting-edge of the development world—machine learning, robotics, artificial intelligence, data science, etc. The good news is that it’s also pretty straightforward to learn, with a simplified syntax, natural-language flow, and an amazingly supportive user community. The latest edition of Python All-in-One For Dummies gives you an inside look at the exciting possibilities offered in the Python world and provides a springboard to launch yourself into wherever you want your coding career to take you. These 7 straightforward and friendly mini-books assume the reader is a beginning programmer, and cover everything from the basic elements of Python code to introductions to the specific applications where you'll use it. Intended as a hands-on reference, the focus is on practice over theory, providing you with examples to follow as well as code for you to copy and start modifying in the "real world"—helping you get up and running in your area of interest almost right away. This means you'll be finishing off your first app or building and remote-controlling your own robot much faster than you can believe. Get a thorough grounding in the language basics Learn how the syntax is applied in high-profile industries Apply Python to projects in enterprise Find out how Python can get you into hot careers in AI, big data, and more Whether you're a newbie coder or just want to add Python to your magic box of tricks, this is the perfect, practical introduction—and one you'll return to as you grow your career.