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HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps instructs the reader on each of the three coding languages that are used to create modern web pages: HyperText Markup Language (HTML) tags are used to control the structure of web page content; Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) rules are used to determine how web page content appears; and JavaScript functions are used to provide web page interactivity.HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps contains examples and screenshots that illustrate each feature of all three coding languages. You'll learn how to create web pages to display text, images, lists, tables, hyperlinks, forms, audio, and video. Each chapter builds your knowledge so by the end of the book you'll have gained a sound understanding of HTML markup, CSS rules, and JavaScript functions. HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to create great functional web pages. It will appeal to programmers who want to quickly add web page coding to their skills set, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college, and to those seeking a career in web development.

Python in easy steps, 3rd edition teaches you to program in the powerful Python programming language – the world’s favorite coding language. It gives complete examples that illustrate each aspect with colorized source code.Python in easy steps, 3rd edition begins by explaining how to install the free Python interpreter so that you can quickly begin to create your own executable programs by copying the book's examples. It demonstrates all the Python language basics before moving on to provide examples of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). A new chapter for this edition then demonstrates how to process web form data with the Flask web framework for Python. The book concludes by demonstrating how you can use your acquired knowledge to create and deploy graphical windowed applications.Python in easy steps, 3rd edition has an easy-to-follow style, and makes no assumption you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so it's ideal for: The newcomer to computer programming. Programmers moving from another programming language.Students studying Python programming at school or college.Those seeking a career in computing who need a fundamental understanding of computer programming.

jQuery in easy steps begins by explaining how to incorporate the free jQuery library so readers can quickly create interactive web page features by copying the book's examples. It demonstrates how to easily select elements of the web page for manipulation and how to simply produce dynamic responses to user events. Examples illustrate various exciting animation effects and how to employ the power of AJAX to load external data without refreshing the entire web page. The book concludes by demonstrating how readers can use their acquired knowledge to create their very own distributable plugins for the jQuery library.jQuery in Easy Steps assumes readers will already have some basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and are now ready to embrace the jQuery philosophy of "write less - do more" to enhance their web pages. It has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to web developers who want to quickly learn the latest dynamic techniques, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college, and to those seeking a career in web development that need a thorough understanding of jQuery.

PHP and MySQL in easy steps, 2nd edition teaches the user to write PHP server-side scripts and how to make MySQL database queries.

PHP in easy steps, 4th edition demonstrates every aspect of the language you’ll need to produce professional web programming results. Its examples provide clear syntax-highlighted code, which is freely downloadable, showing PHP language basics including variables, arrays, logic, looping, functions and classes.Install a free web server and the PHP interpreter to create an environment in which you can produce your own data-driven web pages.Write PHP server-side scripts; master PHP operators and control structures; process HTML form data; get cookies and session data; access Web Services APIs over HTTP... and much more! PHP in easy steps, 4th edition is ideal for PHP newbies who want to quickly learn the fundamentals of server-side programming with PHP and create interactive web pages. Also, useful for PHP pros who want to grasp the new PHP 8 features and achieve optimum performance!Updated for PHP 8.

Java in easy steps, 7th edition instructs you how to easily create your own Java programs. The book contains separate chapters on the major features of the Java language. Complete example programs with colorized code illustrate each important aspect of Java programming - all in easy steps.This book assumes no previous knowledge of any programming language so it's ideal for the newcomer to computer programming. Each chapter builds your knowledge of Java. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of the Java language and be able to write your own Java programs and compile them into executable files that can be run on any Java-enabled device. This 7th edition of Java in easy steps covers the many exciting features of Java, including: How to quickly run statements in the interactive shell named jshell - similar to the Python interpreter.How to make programs with the javac compiler and execute them with the java runtime. How to produce interactive Windows apps that can be easily distributed as jar program bundles. How to create mobile device apps using Java functionality within the Android operating system. All examples illustrated in the book work in Oracle JDK and OpenJDK.

JavaScript in easy steps, 6th edition instructs the user how to create exciting web pages that employ the power of JavaScript to provide functionality. You need have no previous knowledge of any scripting language so it's ideal for the newcomer to JavaScript. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of JavaScript and be able to add exciting dynamic scripts to your own web pages. JavaScript in easy steps, 6th edition begins by explaining how to easily incorporate JavaScript code in an HTML document. Examples demonstrate how to use built-in JavaScript functions to work with Math, date and time, random numbers, cookies, text strings, and elements of web pages via the Document Object Model (DOM). You will learn how JavaScript is used with HTML submission forms and how JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) is used for asynchronous browser-server communication. The book examples provide clear syntax-highlighted code showing how to create behaviors for an HTML document to endow components with interactive functionality, to illustrate each aspect of JavaScript. JavaScript in easy steps, 6th edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to add functionality to their web pages. It will appeal to programmers who want to quickly add JavaScript to their skills set, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college, and to those seeking a career in web development who need an understanding of client-side scripting. Fully updated since the previous edition, which was published in 2013.

GO Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition is updated for GO version 1.26 (released February 10, 2026) and first illustrates golang programming basics with variables, operators, flow control, and functions, before moving on to demonstrate Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with golang. This book then shows how golang can handle user input, plus read and write files on your own system. This new edition has also added language addition for the new() function and has been updated to demonstrate all examples in the Visual Studio Code IDE.GO Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to:Anyone who wants begin programming in golang.Programmers looking to extend their skillset. Students who are studying programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in software development. This book makes no assumption that you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so is suitable for a beginner or a programming guru.

Master the essentials of modernFortran with Fortran Programming in easy steps.Written for all ages, and all skill levels, this guide will help you quicklyset up your coding environment and start writing Fortran programs with theFortran programming language and the modern Intel IFX Fortran compiler rightaway. Learn how to:Store information using datastructures.Control program flow using controlstructures. Build re-usable blocks of code inprogram functions for efficiency. Utilize data abstractionfor Object Oriented Programming (OOP). Implement parallelprogramming for faster, concurrent execution in your programs. Color-coded examples make learningeven easier, and all source code is available to download free – so you cancheck your work as you go!This primer is your gateway tomastering high-performance computing for today’s needs. Stay ahead in yourcoding career!

It demonstrates how features such as animation and audio can be employed to ensure web sites are used to their full potential and therefore helps to create professional products that will secure a positive image of the company or product they are promoting. It is accessible and simplifies the authoring experience so that even those with little or no previous knowledge of creating web pages can develop and innovate stimulating and interactive features to enhance their content.

It demonstrates how features such as animation and audio can be employed to ensure web sites are used to their full potential and therefore helps to create professional products that will secure a positive image of the company or product they are promoting. It is accessible and simplifies the authoring experience so that even those with little or no previous knowledge of creating web pages can develop and innovate stimulating and interactive features to enhance their content.

Whether you have a backyard or only a terrace, you bet you can grow beautiful heirloom tomatoes! From the host of PBS''s You Bet Your Garden, Mike McGrath will teach you everything you need to know about choosing tomato varieties, germination, planting, staking, caging, food, water, maintenance, pest control and diseases, and harvesting. You Bet Your Garden: Guide to Growing Great Tomatoes is filled with expert insight, fascinating tomato lore, and Mike''s signature witty and conversational tone, making this essential guide to tomato gardening even more fun to read. Understand all the benefits of growing your own tomatoes and learn tips and techniques to doing so from the leading authority in the field!

Excel VBA in easy steps, 4thedition neatly demonstrates VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)Macro programming in a clear and concise manner, so you can get more from thepopular Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application. This 4th edition isupdated for Microsoft 365. Areas covered include: Recording and editing Macros Creating your own Macro programs Coding with the VBA language Responding to Worksheet events Programming Excel procedures Making "DataForms" for data editing Producing "UserForms" for data entry Displaying dynamic Charts Sharing your Excel apps to impress yourcolleagues! Use this guide to learn the key featuresconstructively and get more out of Microsoft Excel - in easysteps!

Coding for Beginners in easy steps, 3rd edition will appeal to anyone, of any age, who wants to begin coding computer programs. Use this guide to help you quickly create a programming environment on your computer, then, in easy steps, learn how to: Write Python code to create your programsStore information in data structuresControl program flow using control structuresCreate re-usable blocks of program codeCode powerful algorithms and classes for Object Oriented Programming (OOP) All features are illustrated using the Python language color-coding convention, and all code is available to download free – making it even easier! Includes comparison examples in C, C++ and Java to give you a rounded view of computer coding. Ideal for newcomers to programming, including youngsters needing to learn coding for the school curriculum – all in easy steps!This third edition is updated for the latest version of Python (Python 3.13).

C++ Programming in easy steps, 7th edition shows you how to program in the powerful C++ native system language. Now, in its seventh edition, this guide gives complete examples that illustrate each aspect with colorized source code.C++ Programming in easy steps, 7th edition begins by explaining how to install a free C++ compiler so that you can quickly begin to create your own executable programs by copying the book’s examples. It demonstrates all the C++ language basics before moving on to provide examples of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). C++ is not platform-dependent, so programs can be created on any operating system. Most illustrations in this book depict output on the Windows operating system (purely because it is the most widely-used desktop platform) but the examples can also be created on other platforms such as Linux or macOS. The book concludes by demonstrating how you can use your acquired knowledge to create programs graphically using a modern C++ Integrated Development Environment (IDE), such as Microsoft’s Visual Studio. C++ Programming in easy steps, 7th edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to: Anyone who wants to begin programming in C++.Programmers looking to advance from an interpreted programming language, such as Python, who want to harness the superior speed of C++.Students who are studying C++ Programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in computing who need a fundamental understanding of Object-Oriented Programming. This book makes no assumption that you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so it is suitable for the beginner to programming in C++, whether you know C or not.

Unlock the power of C# and start creating professional-grade applications — the easy way! C# Programming in easy steps, 4th edition is your beginner-friendly guide to one of the world’s most popular programming languages. In easy steps, and with crystal-clear, syntax-highlighted examples (free to download), you’ll quickly gain the skills to code with confidence. Discover how to:Build a solid foundation with C# essentials — variables, arrays, logic, loops, methods, and classes.Grasp Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) to structure your projects like a pro.Create real-world applications for Windows desktops, and Universal apps that run seamlessly across multiple devices.Debug with ease using proven techniques to detect and fix errors fast.No prior experience needed. Start coding smarter with C# Programming in easy steps, 4th edition!All examples are illustrated using C#11 and .NET9, and also run seamlessly on C#14 and .NET10.

Perl is often known as the Swiss army knife of programming languages.Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition illustrates programming basics with variables, operators, and functions before moving on to demonstrate the creation of reusable Perl modules. It then shows how Perl can read and write files on your system. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with Perl is demonstrated next to emulate real-world object properties and behaviors.The examples in Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition demonstrate how to store and retrieve data with the SQLite database module that is often bundled alongside the standard Perl library. The book then moves on to illustrate how Perl is used for server-side CGI scripting on the internet. A final example brings together Perl for CGI and SQLite to create an online shop.Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to:Anyone who wants begin programming in Perl.Programmers looking to extend their skillset. Students who are studying programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in software development. This book makes no assumption that you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so is suitable for a beginner or a programming guru.

Python Algorithms in easy steps presents a clear, practical tour of the algorithms every programmer benefits from knowing. Each chapter focuses on a small, self-contained family of techniques, fast number methods, smarter ways to search and sort, essential string handling, core data structure patterns, and the recursive tools that simplify complex problems. The emphasis is on clarity and mechanical understanding: minimal examples, predictable behavior, and ideas that transfer directly into everyday code. By working through these chapters, readers build a compact toolkit for writing programs that are faster, cleaner, and easier to reason about across a wide range of tasks.Python Algorithms in easy steps assumes the reader is familiar with Python basics – for example, the use of Python built-in functions. But algorithms go one step further…Built ins hide the mechanism – they give results but not the step by step process, cost, or behavior.Custom behavior is often required – real code needs early exit, partial scans, custom comparisons, and hybrid strategies. Understanding algorithms improves debugging – you can spot slow paths, reason about edge cases, and choose better data structures. Algorithmic thinking transfers across languages – the habits you build here apply everywhere; not just in Python.Algorithms are the map; built ins are the destination – knowing the mechanics lets you adapt, extend, and design solutions; not just call them.

PHP & MySQL in easy steps demonstrates by example how to produce data-driven web pages using the powerful PHP scripting language and the popular free MySQL database server.The book examples provide clear syntax-highlightedcode showing how to selectively insert and extract data from databases for presentation on your web browser. PHP & MySQL in easy steps begins by explaining how to install a free web server, the PHP interpreter, and MySQL database server, to create an environment in which you can produce your very own data-driven server-side web pages. You will learn how to write PHP server-side scripts and how to make MySQL database queries. Examples illustrate how to store and retrieve Session Data, how to provide a Message Board, and how to create an E-Commerce Shopping Cart. This book assumes you have no previous experience of any programming or scripting language so is ideal for the newcomer to PHP and MySQL technologies.

The Raspberry Pi is a cheap, basic, programmable credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It can be used for many of the things that your PC does, like spreadsheets, word-processing and playing games, but its real purpose is to inspire children (and grown-ups) to learn how to program. Over five million Raspberry Pis have been sold worldwide, so far!Raspberry Pi in easy steps starts with the basic components you’ll need, setting up the system and logging into the console. Then, in easy steps, it covers: Exploring the desktop, including understanding the Taskbar, customizing the look and feel, examining the filesystem, and browsing the internetCommanding the system, including getting applications, saving web pages, reading and writing text, finding files, adding users, changing permissions, and employing the shellAnimating with Scratch – a fun learning environment that enables complete beginners to create computer programs visually without writing any codeProgramming with Python – a high-level (human-readable) programming language that is processed by the Python ‘interpreter’ to produce results fastProducing games – Raspberry Pi ships with a selection of Python games for you to try, but also includes the Python ‘pygame’ module that you can use to make your own games, which is covered in Python in easy stepsDeveloping windowed apps with Tkinter, the standard Python module that is shipped with the Raspberry Pi, that you can use to create graphical applicationsDriving header pins – how to control electrical input and output on the Raspberry Pi header from Python scripts, including lighting a lamp, adding more buttons and controlling projectsUse Raspberry Pi in easy steps to have fun going back to basics and creating your own applications. Source code files from the examples featured in this book are available to download free for checking against your own work.

Now, in its fifth edition, Java in easy steps begins by explaining how to download and install the free Java Development Kit (JDK) for the Java SE (Standard Edition) platform. This allows you to quickly begin creating your own executable programs by copying the examples. This book assumes no previous knowledge of any programming language so it's ideal for the newcomer to computer programming. Each chapter builds your knowledge of Java. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of the Java language and be able to write your own Java programs and compile them into executable files that can be run on any Java-enabled computer.

Unix in easy steps demonstrates how to get the most from any Unix-based operating system using the built-in BASH shell interpreter - the "Bourne Again SHell" (BASH). This is the default shell for Linux distributions (such as Ubuntu), Mac OS X, Solaris, and for the Raspbian operating system on Raspberry Pi devices.This book will show you how to use the BASH command-line interface and how to employ BASH's powerful programming abilities. Complete examples illustrate each aspect with colourised source code and full-colour screenshots depict the actual output. Unix in easy steps begins by demonstrating BASH commands for system navigation and file manipulation so you will quickly become familiar with the command-line interface. It explains all the BASH basics before moving on to describe advanced features such as: Command history.Command-line editing.Environment customisation.This book then introduces BASH programming with examples of flow control, command switches, input/output, job control, and program debugging - allowing you to create your own executable programs by copying the book's examples. Unix in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to: Users who are completely new to Unix-based operating systems.Casual users who wish to expand their knowledge of their computer system.Those who would like to learn programming skills by writing useful shell scripts.The student who is studying programming at school or college.Those seeking a career in computing and need a fundamental understanding of the BASH interpreter on Unix-based operating systems.

Windows 10 in easy steps Special Edition is a comprehensive, yet concise guide that will walk you through Windows 10 basics so that youre up and running in no time. Then, in easy steps, itll gently guide you through advanced features to help you venture further and get more from Windows 10.- Install/upgrade the right Windows 10 release for you- Master the new interface, desktop and the Start menu- Find, download and use key apps for work and for fun- Utilize internet and cloud facilities such as OneDrive- Enjoy Microsoft Edge, the new innovative web browser- Take control of your devices and printers- Save time use the Search feature and Cortana- Create and monitor your home network- Organize and share your files safely- Keep your Windows 10 working smoothly & efficiently- Explore Windows Registry, file encryption, Command Prompt, and more, all at your own paceThis guide also includes a chapter on troubleshooting so itll serve as a key reference point for the future a great investment for all Windows 10 users!

Whether you're upgrading to Office 2016 from a previous version or using it for the very first time, Office 2016 in easy steps will guide you through the key features so that you can be productive straight away! Task orientated, and in bite-size chunks, it shows how to:Create reports, newspapers, cards and bookletsCalculate and manage your financial mattersPerfect your presentations and slide showsEmail, keep in touch and stay organizedAccess your personal notes anywhere, on any deviceCollaborate with others to work on documentsOffice 2016 in easy steps fully demonstrates the five core Office apps - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. It introduces the reader to other great Office apps too - Access, Publisher, Sway, Visio, and Project. There is also coverage of OneDrive cloud storage, Office Online web apps, and Office apps for Android devices. Office 2016 in easy steps works with touch, stylus, mouse or keyboard across Windows devices, including tablets. Sign in with your Microsoft ID and use the software across different platforms. Aimed at both new and experienced users, Office 2016 in easy steps covers the essential functions of Office 2016. Packed with tips and shortcuts, this guide will help you learn fast so you can focus on the job in hand!

Excel 2016 in easy steps shows you how to quickly get to grips with the new features of Microsoft's latest version of this popular spreadsheet application. Written concisely, yet comprehensively, Excel 2016 in easy steps uses detailed images and easy-to-follow instructions to get you up to speed with Excel, whether you're just upgrading from a previous version or you are new to the spreadsheet concept. Excel 2016 is due to be released by Microsoft in the Fall of 2015.

Visual Basic in easy steps, 4th edition shows you how to quickly create Windows applications using the latest free Visual Studio Community 2015 programming environment. This book gives you code examples, screenshots, and step-by-step instructions that illustrate each aspect of Visual Basic.It begins by describing the Visual Studio Community 2015 installation process, then introduces form controls, application properties, the programming language, and problem-solving techniques.Next, it illustrates by example, how to build and deploy a complete Windows application. A chapter is devoted to scripting with Visual Basic. This first shows you how to create macros for Word and Excel in Microsoft Office, using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), then demonstrates how to manipulate files and data within the Windows operating system using VBScript. You will learn how to incorporate external data into your applications from text files, Excel spreadsheets, XML documents, live RSS web feeds, and SQL databases. You need have no previous knowledge of any programming language so its ideal if youre a newcomer to Windows programming. Each chapter builds your knowledge of Visual Basic. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of Visual Basic programming and be able to create your own interactive applications

The Raspberry Pi is an inexpensive programmable credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It can be used for many of the things that your PC does, like spreadsheets, word-processing and playing games, but its real purpose is to inspire children (and adults) to learn how to program. Over five million Raspberry Pis have been sold worldwide, so far!Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps starts with the basic components you”ll need, setting up the system and logging into the console. Then, in easy steps, it introduces you to the Raspbian operating system that is optimized for the Raspberry Pi. You”ll learn how to customize the look and feel of your system, how to navigate the file system, and how to use the powerful system “shell” to make things happen for you. The new GPIO interface is fully described, and the new NOOBS installer is also described for setup. Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps enables complete beginners to create their very own computer programs with the Scratch visual programming environment. It also instructs programming in the high-level (human-readable) Python programming language, which is processed by the Python “interpreter” to produce results fast. Examples demonstrate how to use the included Python “pygame” module, to make your own games, and how to use the included “Tkinter” module to create graphical windowed apps. Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps also illustrates how to control electrical input and output on the Raspberry Pi header from Python scripts, including lighting a lamp, adding more buttons and controlling projects. With the knowledge gained from this book the reader can confidently advance to any future electronic Raspberry Pi project or other explore other programming environments. Covers the latest versions of Python.