IT & Cyber Security: Programming

Better Python Code (2023) by David Mertz Move beyond Python code that "mostly works" to code that is expressive, robust, and efficient. Python is arguably the most-used programming language in the world, with applications from primary school education to workaday web development to the most advanced scientific research institutes.

Learn Python the Hard Way (2024) by Zed Shaw You Will Learn Python! Zed Shaw has created the world's most reliable system for learning Python. Follow it and you will succeed--just like the millions of beginners Zed has taught to date! You bring the discipline, persistence, and attention; the author supplies the masterful knowledge you need to succeed.

Python for teenagers : learn to program like a superhero! (2024) by James Payne This book, which is designed for middle-school through college-aged students, will arm beginners with solid programming foundations they can carry throughout life. It uses fun and simple language (and programming examples) to teach the fundamentals needed to start the down path of becoming a programmer.

Python Playground, 2nd Edition (2023) by Mahesh Venkitachalam Python Playground, 2nd Edition is a collection of imaginative programming projects that will inspire readers to use Python for making art and music, simulating real-world phenomena, and interacting with hardware.

Learn Java Fundamentals: A Primer for Java Development and Programming (2024) by Jeff Friesen Sharpen your Java skills and boost your potential as an IT specialist. This book introduces you to the basic Java features and APIs needed to prepare for a career in programming and development.

Head First Java (2022) by Kathy Sierra; Bert Bates; Trisha Gee With this book, you'll learn the Java language with a unique method that goes beyond how-to manuals and helps you become a great programmer. Through puzzles, mysteries, and soul-searching interviews with famous Java objects, you'll quickly get up to speed on Java's fundamentals and advanced topics. You'll learn Java through a multisensory experience that engages your mind, rather than by means of a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep.

Java : the complete reference (2024) by Herbert Schildt Fully updated for the current version of Java, Java SE 21, this comprehensive guide shows, step by step, how to design, write, debug, run, and administer high-performance Java programs. Inside, bestselling author Herbert Schildt and programming expert Dr. Danny Coward cover the entire Java language, including its syntax, keywords, and libraries.

Java Coding Problems (2024) by Anghel Leonard Stay on top of the new Java features (up to JDK 21) and find efficient solutions for your programming woes. With over 250 problems and solutions, you'll learn new ways to deal with real-world coding tasks and answers to common interview questions

Absolute Beginner's Guide to Algorithms (2023) by Kirupa Chinnathambi A hands-on, easy-to-comprehend guide that is perfect for anyone who needs to understand algorithms. With the explosive growth in the amount of data and the diversity of computing applications, efficient algorithms are needed now more than ever.

JavaScript: the Definitive Guide (2020) by David Flanagan Since 1996, JavaScript: The Definitive Guide has been the bible for JavaScript programmers--a programmer's guide and comprehensive reference to the core language and to the client-side JavaScript APIs defined by web browsers. The 6th edition covers HTML5 and ECMAScript 5.

JavaScript crash course : a hands-on, project-based introduction to programming (2024) by Nick Morgan JavaScript is the programming language of the internet—the secret sauce that makes websites dynamic, responsive, and all-around awesome. This fast-paced tutorial quickly teaches total beginners how to code in this popular, easy-to-learn language.

Professional JavaScript for Web Developers (2023) by Matt Frisbie Update and upgrade your JavaScript skillset for ES 2023 with the ultimate JavaScript guide for pros Professional JavaScript for Web Developers, 5th edition, is the gold-standard in intermediate-to-advanced JavaScript programming development books. The author dives directly into the inner workings of JavaScript to help you clean up your code and become a more sophisticated and talented JavaScript developer.

An introduction to PHP : learn PHP 8 to create dynamic websites (2024) by Mark Simon The book starts with steps to download and install a setup for a sample website that will form the basis for upcoming chapters. You start by writing PHP code and learn how to mix it with HTML and manage the code. From there, you will learn about dynamic content, along with a deep dive into form processing and sending email. Saving uploaded data and uploading files is discussed next. You will learn how to configure your PHP project and develop a library. You will then learn how to create an image catalog and manage data on your web page.

PHP 8 basics : for programming and web development (2023) by Gunnard Engebreth Take advantage of PHP 8's powerful features to create basic web applications, solve code tests (required for most job interviews nowadays), and begin moving towards more advanced PHP concepts. This book provides an introduction to PHP 8, including modules, attributes, JIT compiler, and union types, as well as related frameworks such as Symfony.

PHP Cookbook (2023) by Eric A. Mann If you're a PHP developer looking for proven solutions to common problems, this cookbook provides code recipes to help you resolve numerous scenarios. By leveraging modern versions of PHP through version 8.1, these self-contained recipes provide fully realized solutions that can help you solve similar problems in your day-to-day work.

WordPress Styling with Blocks, Patterns, Templates, and Themes (2024) by Tammie Lister Embrace WordPress to unlock creative possibilities, discovering new design tools and patterns that will elevate your website's aesthetic. This guide introduces you to full-site editing and block design tools that enable you to shape the overall aesthetics and layout of your dream website with unprecedented ease.

Beginning C++ compilers : an introductory guide to Microsoft C/C++ and MinGW compilers (2024) by Berik Tuleunov This book focuses on how to install C/C++ compilers on Linux and Windows platforms in a timely and efficient way. With the aid of the MSBuild System, one can compile Visual Studio Projects (.vcxproj) and Solutions (.sln) without even using Visual Studio! Similarly, MinGW compilers can be deployed from 7z/zip archives, simply by unpacking into appropriate location.

C# Data Structures and Algorithms (2024) by Marcin Jamro Write sophisticated C# code with this complete guide to using diverse data structures and algorithms, featuring ready-to-use code snippets, detailed explanations, and illustrations.

The C# type system : build robust, performant, and efficient programs (2024) by Steve Love The C# Type System will show you how to define and implement value types effectively, and write more performant and robust code. Real-world code examples and test cases throughout will elevate your programming.

Essential C# 12. 0 (2023) by Mark Michaelis The Comprehensive, Expert Guide to C# 12.0 for Programmers at All Levels Updated for the Microsoft C# 12.0 Long Term Support (LTS) release, Essential C# 12.0 is a well-organized, no-fluff C# guide, suitable for every programmer.

ASP. NET Core 8 and Angular (2024) by Valerio De Sanctis If you want to learn how to use ASP.NET Core with Angular effectively, this hands-on guide is for you. Improve the way you create, debug, and deploy web applications while keeping up to date with the latest developments in .NET 8 and modern Angular, including .NET Minimal APIs and the new Angular standalone API defaults.

ASP. NET Core in Action, Third Edition (2023) by Andrew Lock Build professional-grade full-stack web applications using C# and ASP.NET Core. ASP.NET Core in Action, 3rd edition by Microsoft MVP Andrew Lock, is a fully updated edition, ideal for intermediate C# developers, and teaches you how to use your C# and .NET skills to build amazing cross-platform web applications.

Coding clean, reliable, and safe rest APIs with ASP.NET Core 8 (2023) by Anthony Giretti Learn ASP.NET Core APIs delivered in its latest version of the Microsoft Framework: .NET 8. This book will show you how to develop APIs with ASP.NET Core 8. Author Anthony Giretti will reveal all you need to know about HTTP protocol, REST architecture style, and ASP.NET Core 8.

Pro ASP. NET Core 7 (2023) by Adam Freeman This industry-leading guide to ASP.NET Core teaches you everything they need to know to create easy, extensible, and cloud-native web applications. For .NET web developers looking to learn about ASP.NET's key tools and techniques. Pro ASP.NET Coreis an acclaimed bestseller, and a bible for .NET web developers.

Hands-On MySQL Administration (2024) by Arunjith Aravindan, Jeyaram Ayyalusamy Geared to intermediate- to advanced-level DBAs and IT professionals looking to enhance their MySQL skills, this guide provides a comprehensive overview on how to manage and optimize MySQL databases. You'll learn how to create databases and implement backup and recovery, security configurations, high availability, scaling techniques, and performance tuning.

Learn SQL in one day and learn it well (2018) by Jamie Chan; Lcf Publishing The information era is upon us and the ability to organize and make sense of data has become an invaluable skill. Have you been hearing about data, databases and SQL and wondering what it's all about? Or perhaps you have just gotten a new job and need to learn SQL fast. This book is for you.

Mastering MySQL administration : high availability, security, performance, and efficiency (2024) by Ravi Kumar This book is your one-stop resource on MySQL database installation and server management for administrators. It covers installation, upgrades, monitoring, high availability, disaster recovery, security, and performance and troubleshooting. You will become fluent in MySQL 8.2, the latest version of the highly scalable and robust relational database system.

SQL All-In-One for Dummies (2024) by Allen G. Taylor; Richard Blum SQL All-in-One For Dummies has everything you need to get started with the SQL programming language, and then to level up your skill with advanced applications. This relational database coding language is one of the most used languages in professional software development.

Arduino Cookbook (2020) by Michael Margolis; Brian Jepson; Nicholas Weldin Want to create devices that interact with the physical world? This cookbook is perfect for anyone who wants to experiment with the popular Arduino microcontroller and programming environment.

Fundamentals of Python (2018) by Kenneth A. Lambert This book's easygoing approach is ideal, no matter what your background. The approach starts with simple algorithmic code and then scales into working with functions, objects, and classes as the problems become more complex and require new abstraction mechanisms.

Head First C# (2021) by Andrew Stellman; Jennifer Greene What will you learn from this book? Dive into C# and create apps, user interfaces, games, and more using this fun and highly visual introduction to C#, .NET Core, and Visual Studio. With this completely updated guide, which covers C# 8.0 and Visual Studio 2019, beginning programmers like you will build a fully functional game in the opening chapter.

JavaScript: the Definitive Guide (2020) by David Flanagan JavaScript is the programming language of the web and is used by more software developers today than any other programming language. For nearly 25 years this best seller has been the go-to guide for JavaScript programmers.

PHP, MySQL and JavaScript All in One, Sams Teach Yourself (2017) by Julie Meloni In just a short time, you can learn how to use PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript together to create dynamic, interactive websites and applications using three leading web development technologies. No previous programming experience is required.

Rust Web Programming (2021) by Maxwell Flitton Adopt the Rust programming language by learning how to build fully functional web applications and services and address challenges relating to safety and performance. Build scalable web applications in Rust using popular frameworks such as Actix, Rocket, and Warp. Create front-end components that can be injected into multiple views.