Dec 30, 2011 |
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Includes source files plus over 6 hours of screencasts!
JavaScript has become one of the most widely used programming languages in the world. This book will get acquainted with what JavaScript; what it is, where it came from, and most importantly – how to code it!
Ever wanted to liven up a web design with Javascript but not known where to start? In Getting Good with JavaScript author Andrew Burgess breaks down programming in JavaScript into easy, straight-fowrad terms and exercizes.
It’s hard to find a place where JavaScript won’t run, and though the overwhelming majority of JavaScript—especially the JavaScript you’ll be writing in this book—will be in web pages, JavaScript is used not only in web browsers, but also desktop apps, mobile phone apps, and now even on the server, so you definitely won’t be wasting your time Getting Good with JavaScript! to run in the browser.After getting started in Chapter 1, we’ll cover the basics in Chapters 2 and 3. You’ll learn all about the core syntax: what to actually type. Chapter 4 will cover many best practices and important concepts for writing JavaScript. Then, in Chapter 5, I’ll introduce you to the basics of writing JavaScript that interacts with web pages.
This book will introduce you to important programming concepts, show you how to write your first scripts, and make you comfortable with JavaScript code. You’ll learn:
- The basics of types, variables, and operators
- Best practices for efficient coding Download Now »
Dec 30, 2011 |
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Want to take your WordPress theme designs to the next level? Rockstar WordPress Designer 2 picks up where the original Rockstar WordPress Designer left off and teaches you the advanced tools for WordPress mastery! Rohan Mehta translates his extensive experience as a WordPress developer into a straight-forward, practical guide to advanced WordPress features like custom post types, widgets, and more.
WordPress is arguably the biggest, most prevalent content management system on the market. Earlier this year, WordPress.org reported that the WordPress CMS has been downloaded over 32.5 million times. WordPress today is no longer regarded as just a blogging tool, though that was the reason it was created. Its flexibility and ease of customization has led WordPress to be one of the most popular Content Management Systems (CMS) used in the web design and development industry.
As a web designer or developer, WordPress is one of the most potent tools available at your disposal. WordPress 3.0 brings with it a multitude of new features — the long-awaited Menu Manager and Custom Post Types which expand WordPress’ CMS capabilities. In WordPress Rockstar 2, Rohan Mehta teaches you to take advantage of WordPress’ more advanced features, including:
- Using Metaboxes
- Advanced image functions
- Custom widgets and option pages
- Using shortcodes and custom post types Download Now »
Dec 30, 2011 |
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Whether you’re trying to build your personal business, build your personal brand, sell your product or forge your community, Successful Facebook Marketing helps you get results!
You’ll learn how to make an impressive Facebook page and find out how Facebook can lead to a huge source of traffic, sales and clients that most people don’t even know about.
No amount of hype can run your brand’s Facebook presence for you. In this no-nonsense, straight forward guide, Skellie will have you up and running with a professional and effective Facebook Page in no time. Get important tips on:
- Setting up your first Page, what to do and what to avoid
- Which types of content sharing and user participation are the most important
- The importances of the “Like” button
- Sharing your Facebook content on your own website
- How to get your fans talking!
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Creating Your Facebook Page
- Promoting You Page
- Publishing Unique Content on Facebook Download Now »
Dec 30, 2011 |
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Over 120 million professionals use LinkedIn, but how strong is your professional network? LinkedIn veteran and professional writer Susan Johnston teaches you how to build a rock solid LinkedIn network that can be a constant source for recommendations and referrals.
Nine-to-fivers often turn to LinkedIn when they’re searching for a job. But the site also offers tons of useful tools and features for freelancers, small business owners, and creative professionals, not just those interested in finding a corporate job. LinkedIn lets you focus on building and maintaining your professional network in a strategic and targeted fashion. It allows users to send and receive messages, join groups around industries and common interests, ask and answer questions, stay in touch with colleagues and clients, view job postings, and a whole lot more.
Set up every aspect of your profile for maximum response. Your on-line presence is your life—make the most of it. Susan walks you through what makes a compelling LinkedIn profile and how you can set yourself apart from the standard resume-speak. Learn why first person is a super effective tone for summaries and what details to always include in your specialties. Find out what updates improve your professional profile and what to avoid. Round out your profile with Susan’s special tips for customizing LinkedIn’s presentation options!
Build your network to reach your next top client, employer, or partner. LinkedIn is not your average social network. Download Now »
Dec 30, 2011 |
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Veteran icon designer Kate McInnes introduces you to the wonderful world of icon design, so you too can become a Rockstar Icon Designer!
In this book Kate shares with you her experience and expertise by covering everything from the history and theory of icon design, to best practices and methods. She’ll also take you through the whole process of creating your own icon set, and walk you through actual tutorial exercises where you’ll design icons from scratch.
Hi, I’m Kate, the author of Rockstar Icon Designer.
When I first started out in icon design I found that there was very little information to help guide me though the design process. Through a lot of trial and error, I finally came to understand and really appreciate the wonderful world of icons.
During the course of this book, I will share my experiences in the field of icon design. I’ll look at rendering styles and ways to achieve them, and the many uses for icons today. This book won’t teach you how to emulate others. It won’t focus heavily on one OS over another; nor will it turn you into a master overnight. Instead it will help you create designs that will stand up to the test of time and help you better understand the constraints (and the joys) of pixel perfect rendering and icon design in general.
Here’s what I cover in each chapter of the book:
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Dec 30, 2011 |
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Sound engineer, author and musician Björgvin Benediktsson teaches you How to Record Great Music with whatever equipment you got!
Audio engineering and music production are a huge subject, but by breaking down the essential facets of audio engineering and recording into easily consumable chapters, Björgvin gets you up and running by covering everything from buying essential audio equipment to using reverb effectively in your recordings.
If you’ve been thinking about recording music or dabbling in audio engineering, then kick-start the process by grabbing a copy of Björgvin’s book and start learning how you can record great music with whatever equipment you got!
What Makes a Good Sound Recording music is a subjective process and nobody does it exactly the same way. Sound engineers are usually trying to reproduce something that they hear in their head by using the tools they have on hand. However, regardless of the music genre or style, there are always certain things people try to capture in order for their instruments to sound good. In this chapter I take a look at what exactly those things are, and what needs to be considered when trying to identify what makes a good sound.
How I Record Great Music In this chapter I go through the proper steps involved in recording a great song and explore how you go from an idea to its implementation and to the final product. Download Now »
