Master the skills required to develop cross-platform applications from drawing board to app store(s) using XamarinAbout This BookLearn to deliver high-performance native apps that leverage platform specific acceleration, complied for native performanceLearn development techniques that will allow you to use and create custom layouts for cross-platform UIGain the knowledge needed to become more efficient in testing, deploying, and ...

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Develop your first interactive 2D and 3D platform game by learning the fundamentals of C\#Key FeaturesLearn the fundamentals of C\# 7 scripting to develop GameObjects and master the basics of the new UI system in Unity 2017Build and develop your 2D game right from scratch and extend it to 3D while implementing the principles of object-oriented programming and coding in C\# 7Get to grips with the fundamentals of optimizing your game using the la...

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The official study guide for the entry-level Oracle Certified Associate exam for Java Programmers—fully updated for Java SE 8Confidently prepare for the OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I exam with this thoroughly revised, up-to-date guide from Oracle Press. Featuring step-by-step exercises, comprehensive chapter self-tests, and two complete downloadable practice exams, this volume provides an integrated, easy-to-follow study system based on a proven methodology.OCA Java SE 8...

Tap into the wisdom of experts to learn what every programmer should know, no matter what language you use. With the 97 short and extremely useful tips for programmers in this book, you'll expand your skills by adopting new approaches to old problems, learning appropriate best practices, and honing your craft through sound advice.With contributions from some of the most experienced and respected practitioners in the industry--including Michael Feathers, Pete Goodliffe, Diomidis Spi...

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The book is written in a recipe format with practical examples, allowing you to go directly to your topic of interest or follow topics throughout a chapter to gain an in-depth knowledge. There are also plenty of hints and best practices along the way. If you are a C#/.NET developer with no previous experience in iOS development or an Objective-C developer who wants to create complete iOS applications and deploy them to the App Store, then this book is ideal for you. No experience with Xama...

You're a developer who knows nothing to ASP.NET MVC. Which is fine, except that you need to start coding your next application using ASP.NET MVC 5.Don't worry: I have you covered. I've been training hundreds of developers like you during years, and converted my experience into this book. I know from experience teaching what takes more time to learn in ASP.NET MVC, and will spend time only where appropriate.Read this book, and you can code your ASP.NET MVC 5 application usin...

Essential skills made easy! Written by Herb Schildt, the world’s leading programming author, this step-by-step book is ideal for first-time programmers or those new to C++. The modular approach of this series, including sample projects and progress checks, makes it easy to learn to use C++ at your own pace.

Leverage the power of Xamarin to create stunning cross-platform and native appsKey Features\[\*\] Helps you get a clear practical understanding of creating professional-grade apps with Xamarin\[\*\] Covers Xamarin.Forms, Xamarin Android, and Xamarin iOS\[\*\] If you want to transform yourself from an amateur mobile developer into a professional app developer across multiple platforms, then this is the ideal book for youBook Descri...

Learn all the Java and Android skills you need to start making powerful mobile applicationsKey Features\[\*\]Kick-start your Android programming career, or just have fun publishing apps to the Google Play marketplace\[\*\]A first-principles introduction to Java, via Android, which means you’ll be able to start building your own applications from scratch\[\*\]Learn by example and build three real-world apps and over 40 mini apps throughout the b...