Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
The Standard Template Library (STL) represents a breakthrough in C++ programming methodology. Comprising a set of C++ generic data structures and algorithms, STL provides reusable, interchangeable components adaptable to many different uses without sacrificing efficiency. Adopted by the ANSI/ISO C++ Standards Committee, STL is an important addition to every C++ programmer's portfolio of skills.
This book introduces you to STL and provides the information and techniques you need to become a proficient STL programmer. The book includes a tutorial, a thorough description of each element of the library, numerous sample applications, and a comprehensive reference.
You will find in-depth explanations of iterators, generic algorithms, containers, and function objects. Several larger, non-trivial applications, including a dictionary lookup program, demonstrate how to put STL's power and flexibility to work. The book will also show you how to integrate STL with object-oriented programming techniques, while the comprehensive and detailed STL reference guide will be a constant and convenient companion as you learn to work with the library.
About the Author
David R. Musser, currently of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, has been involved with STL almost from its inception. Collaborating with its creator, Alexander Stepanov, he helped develop the first implementation and contributed to STL's inclusion in the ANSI/ISO C++ standard.
Atul Saini is President and CEO of Modena S Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Java 2 Primer Plus guides the reader through the Java programming language from the basic concepts (basic syntax, variable, literals, operators, loops, conditional statements, etc.) through advanced topics (RMI, JDBC, Network socket programming, etc.). It provides a deep explanation of Java programming concepts and technologies using classroom tested and proven techniques. What makes this book unique is that it spends the last part of the book showing how to integrate Java technologies into everyday Web related practices and with other technologies. The dual purpose of the book is to provide a complete introduction to the Java programming language that balances theory with practicality. It will allow readers to (1) become Java certified programmers and (2) become productive in their Java development., and to give concrete experience with integrating Java programming technologies. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Here's everything the robotics hobbyist needs to harness the power of the PICMicro MCU!
In this heavily-illustrated resource, author John Iovine provides plans and complete parts lists for 11 easy-to-build robots each with a PICMicro "brain." The expertly written coverage of the PIC Basic Computer makes programming a snap -- and lots of fun.
Text provides six complete, do-it-yourself robotics projects. Covers bipedal robots that walk upright, functional robotic arms, easily programmed behavior-based robots, complete parts lists for all projects, and more.
Contents
Chapter 1. Robot Intelligence
Chapter 2. Installing the Compiler
Chapter 3. Installing the EPIC Software
Chapter 4. CodeDesigner
Chapter 5. Using DOS to Code, Compile, and Program
Chapter 6. Testing the PIC Microcontroller
Chapter 7. Intelligence
Chapter 8. Walter's Turtle
Chapter 9. Braitenberg Vehicles
Chapter 10. Hexapod Walker
Chapter 11. Speech Recognition
Chapter 12. Robotic Arm
Chapter 13. Bipedal Walker Robot
Chapter 14. Color Robotic Vision System Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Written for those who want to break away from rigid schedules, unappreciative bosses, and soul-sapping commutes, this book puts prospective Internet entrepreneurs on the road to success by offering an analysis of Internet mechanics and commerce and providing profiles of successful Internet businesses. Containing more than just technical information, this manual also helps the entrepreneur prioritize business goals and evaluate comfortable levels of risk, ensuring that the chosen business matches the aspirations of the entrepreneur. Each of the 101 business profiles includes promotion techniques for helping these start-ups get on the road to success, and a password for access to the companion website is provided. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Whether you are an entry-level or seasoned designer or programmer, learn all about data structures in this easy-to-understand, self-teaching guide that can be directly applied to any programming language. From memory and addresses to hashtables, authors Keogh and Davidson, provide clear explanations that demystify this "algebra of programming."
If you've been searching for that quick, easy-to-understand guide to walk you through data structures, look no further. Data Structures Demystified is all these things and more. Whether you're trying to program stacks and linked lists or figure out hashtables, here you'll find step-by-step instructions to get the job done fast.
No longer will you have to wade through thick, dry, academic tomes, heavy on technical language and information you don't need. In Data Structures Demystified, each chapter starts off with an example from everyday life to demonstrate upcoming concepts, making this a totally accessible read. The authors go a step further and offer examples at the end of the chapter illustrating what you've just learned in Java and C++.
This one-of-a-kind self-teaching text offers:
* An easy way to understand data structures
* A quiz at the end of each chapter
* A final exam at the end of the book
* No unnecessary technical jargon
* A time-saving approach
Table of Contents
Data Structures Demystified
Introduction
Chapter 1 - Memory, Abstract Data Types, and Addresses
Chapter 2 - The Point Abou Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
This book is the most complete and up-to-date resource on Java from programming guru, Herb Schildt -- a must-have desk reference for every Java programmer.
Reviews
Robert Hurd, Code Collection web site, codecollection.com. March 2000
"A beginner will get a sufficient understanding of Java and some excellent AWT applet source code examples." Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
Filled with data about the Earth, Moon, the planets, the stars, our Galaxy, and the myriad galaxies in deep space, this invaluable resource reveals the latest scientific discoveries about black holes, quasars, and the origins of the Universe. It includes maps supported by detailed tables of the names, positions, magnitudes, and spectra of the main stars in each constellation along with key data on galaxies, nebulae, and clusters. MNASSA wrote, "This book fills a niche : with detailed astronomical data and concise explanations, all at an accessible level : it is an excellent resource, and probably will be the first book I shall reach for : ."
Reviews
Paul Murdin, Editor-in-Chief Macmillan/IOP Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics
"Patrick Moore is the leading presenter and educator in astronomy of our age - this little book is all one needs to enjoy and learn something of this endlessly fascinating subject."
Choice Magazine, May 2001
...oriented towards amateur astronomers...unlike some other data books, this volume contains considerable explanatory material...Recommended. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
This books is for programmers and would-be programmers who want to learn Word 2003 Visual Basic programming as quickly as possible. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 6:24pm CEST
A handbook filling in a gap in the literature on the study of directed graphs. Presents a unified and comprehensive survey of the subject, covering theoretical and practical aspects, with algorithms, proofs, and applications of digraphs. Includes more than 700 exercises and 180 figures which further clarify topics. DLC: Directed graphs.
The study of directed graphs has developed enormously over recent decades, yet no book covers more than a tiny fraction of the results from more than 3000 research articles on the topic. Digraphs is the first book to present a unified and comprehensive survey of the subject. In addition to covering the theoretical aspects, including detailed proofs of many important results, the authors present a number of algorithms and applications. The applications of digraphs and their generalizations include among other things recent developments in the Travelling Salesman Problem, genetics and network connectivity. More than 700 exercises and 180 figures will help readers to study the topic while open problems and conjectures will inspire further research.
This book will be essential reading and reference for all graduate students, researchers and professionals in mathematics, operational research, computer science and other areas who are interested in graph theory and its applications. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Java 2 Primer Plus guides the reader through the Java programming language from the basic concepts (basic syntax, variable, literals, operators, loops, conditional statements, etc.) through advanced topics (RMI, JDBC, Network socket programming, etc.). It provides a deep explanation of Java programming concepts and technologies using classroom tested and proven techniques. What makes this book unique is that it spends the last part of the book showing how to integrate Java technologies into everyday Web related practices and with other technologies. The dual purpose of the book is to provide a complete introduction to the Java programming language that balances theory with practicality. It will allow readers to (1) become Java certified programmers and (2) become productive in their Java development., and to give concrete experience with integrating Java programming technologies. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Here's everything the robotics hobbyist needs to harness the power of the PICMicro MCU!
In this heavily-illustrated resource, author John Iovine provides plans and complete parts lists for 11 easy-to-build robots each with a PICMicro "brain." The expertly written coverage of the PIC Basic Computer makes programming a snap -- and lots of fun.
Text provides six complete, do-it-yourself robotics projects. Covers bipedal robots that walk upright, functional robotic arms, easily programmed behavior-based robots, complete parts lists for all projects, and more.
Contents
Chapter 1. Robot Intelligence
Chapter 2. Installing the Compiler
Chapter 3. Installing the EPIC Software
Chapter 4. CodeDesigner
Chapter 5. Using DOS to Code, Compile, and Program
Chapter 6. Testing the PIC Microcontroller
Chapter 7. Intelligence
Chapter 8. Walter's Turtle
Chapter 9. Braitenberg Vehicles
Chapter 10. Hexapod Walker
Chapter 11. Speech Recognition
Chapter 12. Robotic Arm
Chapter 13. Bipedal Walker Robot
Chapter 14. Color Robotic Vision System Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Written for those who want to break away from rigid schedules, unappreciative bosses, and soul-sapping commutes, this book puts prospective Internet entrepreneurs on the road to success by offering an analysis of Internet mechanics and commerce and providing profiles of successful Internet businesses. Containing more than just technical information, this manual also helps the entrepreneur prioritize business goals and evaluate comfortable levels of risk, ensuring that the chosen business matches the aspirations of the entrepreneur. Each of the 101 business profiles includes promotion techniques for helping these start-ups get on the road to success, and a password for access to the companion website is provided. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Whether you are an entry-level or seasoned designer or programmer, learn all about data structures in this easy-to-understand, self-teaching guide that can be directly applied to any programming language. From memory and addresses to hashtables, authors Keogh and Davidson, provide clear explanations that demystify this "algebra of programming."
If you've been searching for that quick, easy-to-understand guide to walk you through data structures, look no further. Data Structures Demystified is all these things and more. Whether you're trying to program stacks and linked lists or figure out hashtables, here you'll find step-by-step instructions to get the job done fast.
No longer will you have to wade through thick, dry, academic tomes, heavy on technical language and information you don't need. In Data Structures Demystified, each chapter starts off with an example from everyday life to demonstrate upcoming concepts, making this a totally accessible read. The authors go a step further and offer examples at the end of the chapter illustrating what you've just learned in Java and C++.
This one-of-a-kind self-teaching text offers:
* An easy way to understand data structures
* A quiz at the end of each chapter
* A final exam at the end of the book
* No unnecessary technical jargon
* A time-saving approach
Table of Contents
Data Structures Demystified
Introduction
Chapter 1 - Memory, Abstract Data Types, and Addresses
Chapter 2 - The Point Abou Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
This book is the most complete and up-to-date resource on Java from programming guru, Herb Schildt -- a must-have desk reference for every Java programmer.
Reviews
Robert Hurd, Code Collection web site, codecollection.com. March 2000
"A beginner will get a sufficient understanding of Java and some excellent AWT applet source code examples." Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Filled with data about the Earth, Moon, the planets, the stars, our Galaxy, and the myriad galaxies in deep space, this invaluable resource reveals the latest scientific discoveries about black holes, quasars, and the origins of the Universe. It includes maps supported by detailed tables of the names, positions, magnitudes, and spectra of the main stars in each constellation along with key data on galaxies, nebulae, and clusters. MNASSA wrote, "This book fills a niche : with detailed astronomical data and concise explanations, all at an accessible level : it is an excellent resource, and probably will be the first book I shall reach for : ."
Reviews
Paul Murdin, Editor-in-Chief Macmillan/IOP Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics
"Patrick Moore is the leading presenter and educator in astronomy of our age - this little book is all one needs to enjoy and learn something of this endlessly fascinating subject."
Choice Magazine, May 2001
...oriented towards amateur astronomers...unlike some other data books, this volume contains considerable explanatory material...Recommended. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
This books is for programmers and would-be programmers who want to learn Word 2003 Visual Basic programming as quickly as possible. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
A handbook filling in a gap in the literature on the study of directed graphs. Presents a unified and comprehensive survey of the subject, covering theoretical and practical aspects, with algorithms, proofs, and applications of digraphs. Includes more than 700 exercises and 180 figures which further clarify topics. DLC: Directed graphs.
The study of directed graphs has developed enormously over recent decades, yet no book covers more than a tiny fraction of the results from more than 3000 research articles on the topic. Digraphs is the first book to present a unified and comprehensive survey of the subject. In addition to covering the theoretical aspects, including detailed proofs of many important results, the authors present a number of algorithms and applications. The applications of digraphs and their generalizations include among other things recent developments in the Travelling Salesman Problem, genetics and network connectivity. More than 700 exercises and 180 figures will help readers to study the topic while open problems and conjectures will inspire further research.
This book will be essential reading and reference for all graduate students, researchers and professionals in mathematics, operational research, computer science and other areas who are interested in graph theory and its applications. Read more...
Posted: September 14th, 2007, 10:48am CEST
Long before Galileo published his discoveries about Jupiter, lunar craters, and the Milky Way in the Starry Messenger in 1610, people were fascinated with the planets and stars around them. That interest continues today, and scientists are making new discoveries at an astounding rate. Ancient lake beds on Mars, robotic spacecraft missions, and new definitions of planets now dominate the news. How can you take it all in? Start with the new Encyclopedia of the Solar System, Second Edition.
This self-contained reference follows the trail blazed by the bestselling first edition. It provides a framework for understanding the origin and evolution of the solar system, historical discoveries, and details about planetary bodies and how they interactand has jumped light years ahead in terms of new information and visual impact. Offering more than 50% new material, the Encyclopedia includes the latest explorations and observations, hundreds of new color digital images and illustrations, and more than 1,000 pages. It stands alone as the definitive work in this field, and will serve as a modern messenger of scientific discovery and provide a look into the future of our solar system.
* Forty-seven chapters from 75+ eminent authors review fundamental topics as well as new models, theories, and discussions
* Each entry is detailed and scientifically rigorous, yet accessible to undergraduate students and amateur astronomers
* More than 700 full-color digital images and diagrams from c Read more...
