Sams Publishing imprint: 339 books

In just a short time, you can learn how to use PHP, MySQL, and Apache together to create dynamic, interactive websites and applications using the three leading open-source web development technologies. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson in this book builds on the previous ones,...

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, learn how to use today’s key networking techniques and technologies to build, secure, and troubleshoot both wired and wireless networks. Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you master every skill you need–from working with Ethernet...

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, learn how to build rich, robust mobile apps that run on smartphones, tablets, and other devices and interact with users in powerful new ways. Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll master leading-edge practical skills you can use...

A quick, clear guide to using the exciting new features of HTML5 today Practical, hands-on approach helps web designers or developers begin using HTML5 right away Step-by-step directions show how to implement HTML5 video, drawing, drag and drop, forms, and more Makes sense of all the competing...

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you’ll learn how to build complete, professional-quality web solutions with ASP.NET 4 and Microsoft Visual Web Developer 2010. Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll master the entire process, from site design through data collection,...

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you can master the Objective-C language, and start using it to write powerful native applications for both Macs and iOS devices! Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll get comfortable with Objective-C’s unique capabilities… make...

In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you can learn how to use HTML and CSS to design, create, and maintain world-class web sites. Using a clear, down-to-earth approach, each lesson builds upon the previous one, allowing even complete beginners to learn the essentials from the ground up.   Full-color...

Printed entirely in color, with helpful figures and syntax coloring to make code samples appear as they do in Visual Studio.   In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you will be able to begin effectively using WPF to solve real-world problems, developing rich user interfaces in less time than you...

Quickly start using jQuery Mobile with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. jQuery Mobile makes it easy for developers to add "native" mobile functionality to their sites and applications, delivering seamless experiences to customers using diverse mobile devices, all from a single code base. In this...

The clear, easy-to-understand tutorial for developers who want to write software for today's hottest new device: Apple's iPad!   Figures and code appear as they do in Xcode Covers iOS 3.2 and up   In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, learn how to build powerful applications for today’s...

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you’ll learn how to create great websites, collaboration and content management applications, and social solutions with SharePoint Foundation 2010! Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll learn how to build, administer, and secure...

In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you can learn how to create Java applications with the free NetBeans visual editing tools. ¿ Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, popular author Rogers Cadenhead helps you master the skills and technology you need to create desktop and web programs,...

Starter Kit Includes C++ compiler and IDE for Windows, Mac & Linux   In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you can learn the basics of programming with C++–one of the most popular and powerful programming languages ever created.   Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, this fast and friendly...

Computer programming with Java is easier than it looks. In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you can learn to write computer programs in Java.   Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, popular author Rogers Cadenhead helps you master the skills and technology you need to...