This book facilitates civil discussion of controversial political issues. Unique to this book is a section that explains how to discuss politics without feeling angry or hostile toward people who hold different beliefs. In addition, the book provides concise and accessible debates of contemporary policy issues including gun control, immigration, the Electoral College, voting, and affirmative action. For each topic, readers are shown that opposing arguments are based on values and concerns ...

SummaryGrails in Action, Second Edition is a comprehensive introduction to Grails 2 focused on making you super-productive fast. In this totally revised new edition, you'll master Grails 2.3 core skills as you apply TDD techniques to developing a full-scale Twitter clone. Along the way you'll learn the latest single-page web app UI techniques, work with NoSQL backends, integrate with enterprise messaging, and implement a complete RESTful API for your servi...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine a world where your child effortlessly deciphers words, their eyes lighting up with understanding as they devour books. This is not just a dream, it's a reality you can create with the right tools. This comprehensive guide, "Master Reading in 100 Lessons," offers the key to unlocking your child's reading potential. This book isn't simply another reading program – it's a carefully crafted journey through the foundational elements ...

In the untamed wilderness of the American frontier, where cowboys roamed and outlaws lurked, a rich tapestry of ballads emerged. "Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads" by John Lomax captures the spirit of this rugged era, preserving a collection of timeless tales and melodies that evoke the adventures, hardships, and dreams of those who shaped the Wild West. From the mournful strains of "The Dying Cowboy" to the rollicking rhythms of "The Buffalo Skinners," these songs paint a vivid por...

“I don’t even feel like I’ve scratched the surface of what I can do with Python” With Python Tricks: The Book you’ll discover Python’s best practices and the power of beautiful & Pythonic code with simple examples and a step-by-step narrative. You'll get one step closer to mastering Python, so you can write beautiful and idiomatic code that comes to you naturally. Learning the ins and outs of Python is difficult—and with this book you'll be able to focus on the practical skills that really...

Completely updated for Django 4.0!Django for Professionals takes your web development skills to the next level, teaching you how to build production-ready websites with Python and Django.Once you have learned the basics of Django there is a massive gap between building simple "toy apps" and what it takes to build a "production-ready" web application suitable for deployment to thousands or even millions of users.In the book you’ll learn how ...

Up-to-date coverage of every topic on the Java 8 SE Programmer I examPrepare for the OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I exam using this effective self-study system from Oracle Press. Written by developers of the original Sun Certified Java Programmer exam, OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Exam Guide (Exam 1Z0-808) includes two complete, accurate practice exams. In all, you will get more than 200 practice questions that mirror those on the actual test in content, tone, a...

Uncover modern Python with this guide to Python data structures, design patterns, and effective object-oriented techniquesKey FeaturesIn-depth analysis of many common object-oriented design patterns that are more suitable to Python's unique styleLearn the latest Python syntax and librariesExplore abstract design patterns and implement them in Python 3.8Book DescriptionObject-oriented programming (OOP) is a popular design para...

Designed for busy IT professionals, this innovative guide will take you from the basics to PowerShell proficiency through 25 tutorials you can do in your lunch break.In Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Fourth Edition you will learn:Discoverability with the Help systemBackground jobs and automation techniquesSimple scripting to automate repetitive tasksManaging cloud services from major cloud providersExtending Pow...

The OAuth 2.0 authorization framework has become the industry standard in providing secure access to web APIs. It allows users to grant external applications access to their data, such as profile data, photos, and email, without compromising security. OAuth 2.0 Simplified is a guide to building an OAuth 2.0 server. Through high-level overviews, step-by-step instructions, and real-world examples, you will learn how to take advantage of the OAuth 2.0 framework while building a secure API.

Learn Java with this fun and painless self-teaching guide. Easy-to-understand, step-by-step instruction explains the most commonly used programming language for designing dynamic Web pages. Numerous examples, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and a final exam solidify the knowledge you have learned.

Develop a simple, yet fully-functional modern web application using ASP.NET Core MVC, Entity Framework and Angular 5. Key Features\[\*\] Based on the best-selling book ASP.NET Core and Angular 2\[\*\] Easily build a complete single page application with two of the most impressive frameworks in modern development, ASP.NET Core and Angular\[\*\] Bring together the capabilities and features of both Angular 5 and ASP.NET Core 2 for full stack devel...