New Releases by Don Rauf

While the continued growth of the Internet has opened unprecedented possibilities for users, it has been accompanied by an upsurge in data breaches and cyberattacks that continue to threaten ordinary individuals as well as banks, businesses, and international relations. As we explore the still-uncharted frontiers of the web, the demand for professionals who can develop software, monitor electronic data, test systems for vulnerabilities, and more has skyrocketed. This volume guides readers past the firewalls and shows them what it takes to become an entry-level worker and how to climb the ladder to become a specialist in the ever-expanding field of cybersecurity.

How do you know when sadness is something more seriousu0097such as depression? And what can you do about it? Through personal interviews and thorough research, this book explains the symptoms of depression as a disorder and offers suggestions for seeking help and receiving treatment.

Because protecting environmental resources has become an issue of scientific, political, and historical import, service-learning projects that serve the planet have become an important part of a wide range of curricula. Students will find a wealth of opportunities both at home and abroad that will directly impact the Earth’s wildlife, aquatic health, and natural resources. This engaging volume surveys the various projects available to students interested in using service learning to find solutions to local and global environmental issues. Readers also learn how to tie projects to coursework and apply their skills to future pursuits.

Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that he made available online for free. He also designed a free application known as Hackety Hack that teaches novice programmers how to master Ruby. This is the intriguing story of an idealistic programmer who demystified the world of programming for young people and then vanished into cyberspace. It is also a useful guide to both Hackety Hack and Ruby, one that introduces readers to some of the basics of computer programming.

Virtual Apprentice: Fashion Designer introduces readers to the trendy world of fashion. Bringing readers inside this exciting industry, this new career book provides an in-depth look at a career in this field, featuring profiles of working professionals, Reality Check sidebars, and A Day in the Life activity list. This accessible guide is filled with full-color and black-and-white photographs, providing a behind-the-scenes look at a career in fashion design. Chapters include: The Evolution of Fashion Fashion Designer at Work Fashion Design Tech and Trends Fashion Industry Sweat and Shears Finding the Right Fit Kids Ask, Fashion Designers Answer Fashion Designer for a Day.

Want to serve your community? Whether you''re interested in politics or policy, law or science, finance or law enforcement, a career in government or public service may be right for you. From local to federal government employment, this book covers it all. The careers profiled include: Air marshal; Air traffic controller; Budget analyst; City manager; Cryptographer; Ecologist; Firefighter; Meteorologist; Park ranger; Police officer; Politician; and Urban planner.

Chapters include: Up, Up, and Away ; Pilot on the Job; Aviation Tech and Trends; Pilot in Training; The Sky''s the Limit; Kids Ask, Pilots Answer; Virtual Pilot for a Day; Count Me In...or Out. Each accessible book includes: A behind-the-scenes look at the featured industry; Profiles of working professionals that offer an inside peek at what they do Reality Check sidebars to help readers decide if this is the job for them Find Out More and Check It Out sidebars for further research; A Day in the Life activity list that details a typical day on the job; Q&As between real-life kids and pros; A Count Me In journal feature for readers to track their activities.With a lively tone, dynamic look, and plenty of full-color and black-and-white photographs, the Virtual Apprentice books are the perfect starting point for young adults beginning their career exploration.

Presents a teenager''s guide to construction and architecture careers, including descriptions and profiles, related information sources and organizations, and career assessment activities.

Whether you have the urge to write, perform, design, or otherwise create and communicate, opportunities are limitless in the arts and communications. Career Ideas for Teens in the Arts and Communications profiles numerous opportunities in this field. The careers profiled include: Actor, Animator, Choreographer, Development director, Editor, Film director, Journalist, Lobbyist, Photographer, Scriptwriter, Technical writer, and Webmaster.

Each accessible book includes: - A behind-the-scenes look at the featured industry - Profiles of working professionals that offer an inside peek at what they do - Reality Check sidebars to help readers decide if this is the job for them - Find Out More and Check It Out sidebars for further research - A Day in the Life activity list that details a typical day on the job - Q&As between real-life kids and pros - A Count Me In journal feature for readers to track their activities. With a lively tone, dynamic look, and plenty of full-color and black-and-white photographs, the Virtual Apprentice books are the perfect starting point for young adults beginning their career exploration.