The book serves as a first introduction to computer programming of scientific applications, using the high-level Python language. The exposition is example and problem-oriented, where the applications are taken from mathematics, numerical calculus, statistics, physics, biology and finance. The book teaches "Matlab-style" and...

Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for optimizing the performance of your Windows 7-based PC. Zero in on core tuning, customization, and troubleshooting tasks using quick-reference tables, instructions, and lists. Topics include system boot and startup, software and hardware, search and indexing, system...

• Design and develop interactive and professional user interfaces (UIs) for games in Unity
• Discover how to implement and deal with various in-game UI elements that will impress your players
• This practical recipe guide will help you to efficiently create powerful and remarkable UIs...

• Unshackle your GIS application from a workstation! Get running with three major web mapping projects covering all the important aspects of the ArcGIS JavaScript API.
• Set a strong foundation for the ArcGIS JavaScript API and modular coding with dojo.
• Gain a crystal clear...

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• The basics of scientific computing to advanced concepts involving parallel and large scale computation are all covered.
• Most of the Python APIs and tools used in scientific...

• Conduct a full wireless penetration test and implement defensive techniques that can be used to protect wireless systems
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Author Susan Horwitz was Chair of the AP Computer Science Development Committee and therefore has first-hand knowledge of what students need to succeed on the exam. The book covers a full range of C++ topics to prepare students for the A or AB exam. It features four comprehensive sample exams to prepare students for exam day, as well as an...