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HTML5 Game Development HOTSHOT

HTML5 Game Development HOTSHOT

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Nov 14, 2014 Marc 137 wrote: Learn by Examples... the best way.
Learn the ins and outs of game development step by step, with examples. Full Review >

Test-Driven Development with Python

Test-Driven Development with Python

Obey the Testing Goat: Using Django, Selenium, and JavaScript

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jul 28, 2014 Marc 137 wrote: The all in one TDD/web book
You buy this book thinking you are going to learn TDD and only TDD, but when you advance a few pages you realize you've made ​​a purchase worth more than what makes the price Full Review >

Jump Start HTML5

Jump Start HTML5

Get Up to Speed With HTML5 in a Weekend

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jun 7, 2014 Marc 137 wrote: Really a great HTML5 jump start
I chose this book on HTML5 because I already knew the benefits of CSS Jump Start. And I was not wrong in choosing. Full Review >

Python Pocket Reference

Python Pocket Reference

Python In Your Pocket

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Mar 30, 2014 Marc 137 wrote: This book is one of those that should be present in the library of any python programmer
Update to the latest version of python, this book is one of those that should be present in the library of any python programmer. A small, compact reference that lets you learn (or remember) quickly as you need to program your application. Full Review >

Head First Software Development

Head First Software Development

A Learner's Companion to Software Development

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jan 31, 2014 Marc 137 wrote: Must have (really)
I have not taken even a week to finish it, undoubtedly one of the best technical books I've ever read and those who have given this reputation to the Head First series from O'Reilly . Full Review >

Jump Start CSS

Jump Start CSS

Get Up to Speed With CSS in a Weekend

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Dec 13, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: Long and high jump, yeah!
Fast, direct, clear ... to the point Full Review >

CompTIA Security+ Training Kit (Exam SY0-301)

CompTIA Security+ Training Kit (Exam SY0-301)

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Nov 3, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: CompTIA Security+ Training Kit (Exam SY0-301)
Another book in the series that has Microsoft Press exam preparation CompTIA certification . As always, reference works, very complete and well structured . Full Review >

Hacking Web Apps

Hacking Web Apps

Detecting and Preventing Web Application Security Problems

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Sep 30, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: Useful information on day to day
All web developers should have it on the table. The bad guys are always ahead. We know that the web is not safe. Full Review >

Training Guide: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3

Training Guide: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Sep 6, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: Training in future technologies
Curious book before us, honestly, I can not categorize. But, this is not bad, quite the contrary. Full Review >

Violent Python

Violent Python

A Cookbook for Hackers, Forensic Analysts, Penetration Testers and Security Engineers

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Jun 30, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: Your swiss knife
A source of grey hat ideas Full Review >

Programming the Mobile Web

Programming the Mobile Web

Reaching Users on iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, Windows Phone, and more

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On May 15, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: The future (present?) of mobile's app
The first thing it does is break the schemes and put your feet on the ground. Full Review >

Programming PHP

Programming PHP

Creating Dynamic Web Pages

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Apr 14, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: PHP is not dead!
PHP is not dead, there is a lot of wonderful web frameworks, it's time to remember or learn PHP. Full Review >

CompTIA A+ Training Kit (Exam 220-801 and Exam 220-802)

CompTIA A+ Training Kit (Exam 220-801 and Exam 220-802)

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Mar 9, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: Really a very complete book
I think it's a fundamental knowledge for anyone in the computer world, it gives us a basic understanding of the tool to work daily . Is or should be the entry point. Full Review >

Programming C# 5.0

Programming C# 5.0

Building Windows 8, Web, and Desktop Applications for the .NET 4.5 Framework

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jan 1, 2013 Marc 137 wrote: The big and fat C# reference over yout table.
Features of C # 5.0,. NET 4.5 Framework, building applications for Windows 8, some ASP for the web, some XAML etc ... In short, the whole new world of apps open to us with Windows 8 Full Review >

Think Python

Think Python

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Nov 18, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: Good entry point in Python and programming world,
The essential online python resourse updated! Full Review >

Think Like a Programmer

Think Like a Programmer

An Introduction to Creative Problem Solving

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Aug 22, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: Good warming before work
Tones and tones of programming problems. Full Review >

Windows Phone 7 Development Internals

Windows Phone 7 Development Internals

Covers Windows Phone 7 and Windows Phone 7.5

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Aug 10, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: The big Windows Phone encyclopedia
If you are an experienced Windows Phone 7 developer, this is your book. Full Review >

Linux Pocket Guide

Linux Pocket Guide

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jun 13, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: Linux Pocket Guide +++
In theory the typical guide is not to read fluently and that's only going to explain the operation of the commands. But for me it was much more than that. Full Review >

Webbots, Spiders, and Screen Scrapers

Webbots, Spiders, and Screen Scrapers

A Guide to Developing Internet Agents with PHP/CURL

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Mar 28, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: Very Fun Book
Perfect your webbot army! Full Review >

The Linux Command Line

The Linux Command Line

A Complete Introduction

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Mar 11, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: The new big big linux book
This is my new favourity linux book, you have to read it! Full Review >

The Tangled Web

The Tangled Web

A Guide to Securing Modern Web Applications

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jan 27, 2012 Marc 137 wrote: Deep 'all web' information
Only for web developers, very deep information. Full Review >

Head First HTML5 Programming

Head First HTML5 Programming

Building Web Apps with JavaScript

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Dec 6, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: HTML5 is here to stay
Head First series? good bet! Full Review >

CSS Pocket Reference

CSS Pocket Reference

Visual Presentation for the Web

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Nov 1, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Must read.
It have to be a place in your work table. Full Review >

Beginning Windows Phone 7 Application Development

Beginning Windows Phone 7 Application Development

Building Windows Phone Applications Using Silverlight and XNA

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Aug 22, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Great beginning book
If you want Silverlight for Windows Phone 7, this is your book. Full Review >

JavaScript: The Definitive Guide

JavaScript: The Definitive Guide

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jun 3, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: This is The JavaScript Bible
Everything and only everything ;) about javascript. Full Review >

Microsoft® Expression Blend® 4 Step by Step

Microsoft® Expression Blend® 4 Step by Step

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On May 8, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Very interesting book
One of the strengths of this book is that it touches all the points that are related to Blend, including C#, XAML, WPF, etc. Full Review >

Learning Android

Learning Android

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 3.0

On Apr 18, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Good first point in your learning path
The book is very comprehensive. Its theme is the creation of an application for Android and while you add the different aspects of the new application, explains the related theory. Full Review >

HTML5 Step by Step

HTML5 Step by Step

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Mar 24, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: HTML5 is unstoppable
Covers HTML5, CSS, usability and accessibility. Full Review >

MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-511): Windows® Application Development with Microsoft® .NET Framework 4

MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-511): Windows® Application Development with Microsoft® .NET Framework 4

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Mar 15, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Good material to prepare for exam 70-511
If your goal is to pass the exam, this is the book you need. Full Review >

SQL Pocket Guide

SQL Pocket Guide

A Guide to SQL Usage

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Feb 11, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: SQL Pocket Guide Third Ed. by Jonathan Gennick
As always, these books are not for learning SQL, just reminders of the syntax. If you are a guru of databases, this book can certainly be helpful to reach but almost certainly will be a bit corto.En But for people who program in other languages and only occasionally fight with databases, is fundamental. Full Review >

jQuery Pocket Reference

jQuery Pocket Reference

Read Less, Learn More

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Jan 31, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: Must always be nearby.
As we work with jQuery, we realize that this book is a swift, clear and well organized reference, all the features of this great javascript framework. Full Review >

Programming Python

Programming Python

Powerful Object-Oriented Programming

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Jan 27, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: O'Reilly - Programming Python 4th Ed. by Mark Lutz
Are you tired of the issues that touch the basic manuals of Python? Then try Python Programming 4th edition. Full Review >

Head First Python

Head First Python

A Brain-Friendly Guide

Marc's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Jan 16, 2011 Marc 137 wrote: A new approach
Excellent book for beginners in Python. With a completely different approach to what we are accustomed to in a technical book... Full Review >

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