Andrew Stellman Book order (chronological)

Engage with a visually rich introduction to C#, .NET, and Visual Studio, perfect for beginners. The book guides you through building a fully functional game from the first chapter, utilizing C# and .NET MAUI for cross-platform functionality. You'll explore object-oriented programming, create 3D games in Unity, and learn data querying with LINQ through hands-on exercises and puzzles. Designed to cater to various learning styles, this resource aims to inspire a career in development, making coding accessible and enjoyable for all.

C# to jeden z kluczowych języków programowania, nowoczesny i wszechstronny, idealny do tworzenia wysokiej jakości kodu. Profesjonalni programiści często wybierają go po doświadczeniach z C++ czy Javą, ale może być również doskonałym pierwszym językiem dla przyszłych programistów, którzy chcą rozwijać pasję i czerpać radość z nauki. Książka pozwoli zrozumieć różnice między klasami a obiektami, a także sprawdzić umiejętności w C#, pisząc gry trójwymiarowe w Unity oraz rozwijając bardziej zaawansowane aplikacje. Uczysz się, jak wykorzystać IDE do automatyzacji żmudnych zadań i od pierwszego rozdziału tworzysz ciekawe projekty. Opanujesz zasady programowania obiektowego, w tym dziedziczenie, hermetyzację, abstrakcję i polimorfizm. Publikacja, zgodna z nowoczesnymi odkryciami w naukach poznawczych, angażuje mózg i wykorzystuje różne zmysły, co ułatwia przyswojenie C# 8.0 oraz umiejętności pracy w Visual Studio 2019. Rozpoczynasz od stworzenia działającej gry, a następnie poznajesz klasy, programowanie obiektowe, tworzenie gier w Unity oraz technologię LINQ, rozwiązując łamigłówki i pisząc aplikacje, co pozwoli Ci stać się znakomitym programistą C#!

What will you learn from this book? For beginning programmers looking to learn C#, this practical guide provides a bright alternative to the legions of dull tutorials on this popular object-oriented language. Fun and highly visual, this introduction to C# will keep you engaged and entertained from first page to last. Head First C# guides you through the fundamentals and shows you how this language works to create user interfaces, databases, and more. You'll apply what you've learned in a series of hands-on labs. Why does this book look so different? Based on the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory, Head First C# uses a visually rich format to engage your mind, rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. Why waste your time struggling with new concepts? This multi-sensory learning experience is designed for the way your brain really works.

"Free full-length practice PMI-ACP exam inside"--Cover.

Deals with planet's weather and climate. This book explains how and why of our global weather and its effects, from atmospheric influences, the seasons, and climate zones to extreme events, forecasting, and global warming.

Why did Mohandas Gandhi campaign so strongly for Indian independence from the British Empire, at a time when Japan was threatening the country's borders during World War II? This book looks at a controversial event from modern history, showing why one of the world's most famous leaders chose a particular course of action.

Get ready...as a harderned sailor, you're about to join Shackleton in what will prove to be one of the most gruelling adventures of all time as you brave your way across the bitterly cold continent of Antarctica. As you encounter extreme cold, strong icy winds and a worrying lack of food and water, you'll soon see why you really wouldn't want to join Shackleton's polar expedition! This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like on Shackleton’s polar expedition. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.

Agile revolutionized the way people think about developing software, but there are literally dozens of ways that you can go agile. This book demystifies agile methodologies: why they're designed the way they are, what problems they address, and the values, principles, and ideas they embody

Prepare for the PMP certification exam with a visually engaging approach in this comprehensive guide. The third edition offers a full-length sample exam and emphasizes understanding project management principles rather than just test-taking. Achieving PMP certification demonstrates your ability to tackle common project challenges, but studying for the rigorous four-hour exam can be daunting, even for seasoned professionals. This book leverages insights from neurobiology, cognitive science, and learning theory to create a multi-sensory learning experience that enhances retention, moving away from traditional, text-heavy methods. You will explore the core concepts of PMP, ensuring complete coverage of the latest principles and certification objectives. The guide includes hundreds of practice questions and effective exam strategies, along with engaging puzzles, games, and exercises that make learning enjoyable. By contextualizing project management principles, this resource not only prepares you for the exam but also equips you with the knowledge to apply these concepts effectively in your career.

Discover the peoples who live in the most northerly reaches of the Earth - including the Inuit, Nenet, Saami and Chukchi races - their origins, history and everyday lives. Fact boxes, pictures and try-it-yourself projects make finding out fun for 8 to 12 year-olds.