If you are new to programming with Python and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical Python...

TORQUE FOR TEENS, SECOND EDITION teaches beginners the techniques they need to design their very own video games using Garage Games' powerful 3D computer game engine, Torque. Written in simple language, each chapter begins with a basic overview of the topic being covered, followed by step-by-step instructions to help readers conquer each...

If you’re looking for a solid introduction to programming with WSH and VBScript, then this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the For the Absolute Beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. By following along with the exercises in this book, you’ll...

Most SQL texts attempt to serve as an encyclopedic reference on SQL syntax -- an approach that is counterproductive, since this information is readily available in online references published by the major database vendors. For SQL beginners, it's more important for a book to focus on general concepts and offer clear explanations and...

LINUX OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION introduces readers to Linux operations and system administration through a unified installation, using virtual machines. This text is more effective than those that take a professional approach because it eliminates confusion from working with differing hardware configurations, while allowing users to test...

Killer Photos with Your iPhone shows students how to take fantastic pictures using the camera built right into their iPhone. Because of its portability and unique capabilities, the iPhone camera is now one of the most popular digital cameras on the market, and this book shows you how to do everything from taking simple pictures to using apps...

If you are new to programming with C++ and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the reference for you. Developed by computer science professors, books in the for the Absolute Beginner series teach the principles of programming though simple game creating. You will...

Even experienced game developers sometimes have a hard time making their vision for a great game a reality. The number of available programming languages, libraries, and production methods can make the development process overwhelming and result in complicated, unreliable game code. C# Game Programming: For Serious Game Creation shows...

This isn't a digital camera book. It's a book about digital photography: how to take great pictures and make great images using imaging technology, while taking into account the special needs of digital cameras. Whether you're a snap-shooting tyro, or an experienced photographer moving into the...