Most books about SQL Server take one of the two approaches. The first approach is to provide a broad introduction to SQL Server administration. While overviews are great for beginners, they don't provide enough information, leaving the reader wanting for details and practical advice.
The second approach is to attempt to cover every...
Technical Blogging is the first book to specifically teach programmers, technical people, and technically-oriented entrepreneurs how to become successful bloggers. There is no magic to successful blogging; with this book you'll learn the techniques to attract and keep a large audience of loyal, regular readers and leverage this...
In this new edition of the best selling title, the author explains the important and relevant XML technologies and their capabilities clearly and succinctly with plenty of real-life projects and useful examples. He outlines the elements of markup--demystifying concepts such as attributes, entities, and namespaces--and provides enough depth and...
Photographers looking to develop their vision, values, and business plans will find the keys to success in How to Succeed in Commercial Photography. Veteran photography consultant Selina Maitreya provides photographers at every career stage with all the tools they need for a prosperous career and a rewarding life in commercial photography. She...
When I was asked to update Sams Teach Yourself SAP in 24 Hours, I was completely
thrilled. Seriously! The world of SAP and our world in general have gone through major
upheavals in the last few years, and I was excited to share with SAPlings and veterans
alike just how much had changed. In the same way, I was anxious to realign and...
Python Forensics provides many never-before-published proven forensic modules, libraries, and solutions that can be used right out of the box. In addition, detailed instruction and documentation provided with the code samples will allow even novice Python programmers to add their own unique twists or use the models presented to build...
Introducing Data Science teaches you how to accomplish the fundamental tasks that occupy data scientists. Using the Python language and common Python libraries, you'll experience firsthand the challenges of dealing with data at scale and gain a solid foundation in data science.
Three former CIA officers--among the world's foremost authorities on recognizing deceptive behavior--share their proven techniques for uncovering a lie
Imagine how different your life would be if you could tell whether someone was lying or telling you the truth....
This book is all meat and cuts right to the point - modeling and texturing game weapons like a professional. Written by Christian Chang, weapons modeler on America's Army and now at EA, this book delivers what the reader wants. Starting with a discussion on customizing your modeling application for ease of use, the book emphasizes the importance of...
Creative solutions can be challenged and defended in the pursuit of profitability. But first, creativity must be demystified. A process that targets innovation provides leaders with just such a problem-solving approach. The goal is to produce high-quality ideas that are appropriate to the task—which means groups and organizations can...
Audiovisual storytelling has a long, well-developed history. As far back as
the earliest known prehistoric times, human beings have communicated the
essence of story through the use of pictures and sound: whether it’s cave paintings
of the hunt, a poet proclaiming the epic adventures of Odysseus, Greek
actors performing tragedy...
