FREE EBOOK - Problem Solving with Algorithms and Data Structures
by Brad Miller, David Ranum
The study of algorithms and data structures is central to understanding what computer science is all about. Learning computer science is not unlike learning any other type of difficult subject matter. The only way to be successful is through deliberate and incremental exposure to the fundamental ideas. A beginning computer scientist needs practice so that there is a thorough understanding before continuing ...
Publisher: Self-publishing | Release: 2014
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by Tom Dykstra, Rick Anderson, Mike Wasson
This book walks you through a patterns-based approach to building real-world cloud solutions. The patterns apply to the development process as well as to architecture and coding practices.Developers who are curious about developing for the cloud, considering a move to the cloud, or are new to cloud development will find here a concise overview of the most important concepts and practices they need to know. ...
Publisher: Microsoft Press | Release: 2014
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by Alexander Rakhlin, Karthik Sridharan
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Publisher: Self-publishing | Release: 2014
by Pollyanna Pixton, Paul Gibson, Niel Nickolaisen
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by Frank H. P. Fitzek, Marcos D. Katz
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by Ed Wilson
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by Austina De Bonte, Drew Fletcher
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The Principles of Beautiful Web Design, 3rd Edition 
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Word 2013 eLearning Kit For Dummies
by Lois Lowe
If you're eager to get started using the new Microsoft Word 2013, this self-paced eLearning Kit is an ideal starting point! Featuring a full-color printed book and an online interactive eLearning course, this multimedia kit takes you through the basics of the Word interface and explains how to navigate it, how to get comfortable with the terminology, and how to use its many features. Follow the materia...
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Advanced Excel Reporting for Management Accountants
by Neale Blackwood
The advanced tools accountants need to build automated, reliable, and scalable reports using Excel.Learn about the functions that work together to automate many of the processes involved in Management Reporting. See how to take advantage of the many new features of Excel 2007 and 2010. Find out how to build validation structures into your spreadsheet reports. Discover how to identify missing or new codes, e...
Price: $32.49 | Publisher: Wiley | Release: 2014