Best Selling Books by Mike McGrath

Perl is often known as the Swiss army knife of programming languages. Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition illustrates programming basics with variables, operators, and functions before moving on to demonstrate the creation of reusable Perl modules. It then shows how Perl can read and write files on your system. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with Perl is demonstrated next to emulate real-world object properties and behaviours. The examples in Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition demonstrate how to store and retrieve data with the SQLite database module that is often bundled alongside the standard Perl library. The book then moves on to illustrate how Perl is used for server-side CGI scripting on the internet. A final example brings together Perl for CGI and SQLite to create an online shop. Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to: Anyone who wants begin programming in Perl. Programmers looking to extend their skillset. Students who are studying programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in software development. This book makes no assumption that you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so is suitable for a beginner or a programming guru.

Learn to create Windows applications using Visual Basic 2019. Code examples, screenshots, and step-by-step instructions illustrate each aspect of Visual Basic, so you''ll be creating your own interactive applications in no time! Visual Basic in easy steps, 6th edition gives you code examples, screenshots, and step-by-step instructions that illustrate each aspect of Visual Basic. You need have no previous knowledge of any programming language so it''s ideal if you''re a newcomer to Windows programming. Each chapter builds your knowledge of Visual Basic. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of Visual Basic programming and be able to create your own interactive applications. Visual Basic in easy steps, 6th edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to begin Windows programming. It will appeal to programmers who want to quickly learn the latest Visual Basic techniques, and to the student who is studying computing at school or college, and to those seeking a career in Information Technology who needs a thorough understanding of Visual Basic programming. Table of Contents: 1. Getting started 2. Setting properties 3. Using controls 4. Learning the language 5. Building an application 6. Solving problems 7. Extending the interface 8. Scripting with Visual Basic 9. Harnessing data 10. Employing databases

XHTML in Easy Steps instructs the reader how to create web pages that can be viewed on traditional desktop browsers and on small handheld devices. It describes the major features of Extensible HyperText Markup Language (XHTML) and Cascading Stylesheets (CSS). There are code examples of each important aspect of XHTML and browser screenshots that illustrate how that code may appear on a PC web browser and on a modern XHTML-enabled cellphone. It will appeal to programmers and to those seeking a career in web development who want to quickly learn the latest XHTML techniques, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college.

XML is a lot more flexible than HTML, and better suited for ecommerce/business use. It enables developers to cater for different standards and operating systems. Packed with tips and notes, this guide will encourage the reader to use this powerful tool to develop professional web sites. XML in easy steps simplifies XML without waffle. XML Transformation of XML files is demonstrated with the purpose-made XSL style sheet language and also with the popular CSS language. XML may appear complex to the academic but this book makes it simple for use by the novice in the real world.

Offers advice on the best way to grow tomato plants and information on different types of tomatoes.

R for Data Analysis in easy steps, 2nd edition is written using a proven easy-to-follow style for maximum appeal. It will be useful to anyone who wants to begin programming in R, with minimum fuss. Updated for the latest version of R.

From backyards to terraces, You Bet Your Tomatoes is a guide to growing heirloom tomatoes. From a radio host and master gardener, this deliciously funny little book is also a serious guide on how to start and nurture an heirloom tomato patch.

C# Programming in easy steps, 4th edition is updated for C#11. It teaches you how to code applications and demonstrates every aspect of the C# language you will need to produce professional programming results. Its examples provide clear syntax-highlighted code showing C# language basics including variables, arrays, logic, looping, methods, and classes. The book begins by explaining how to install the free Visual Studio Community Edition IDE to create an environment in which you can quickly begin to create your own executable programs by copying the book''s examples. It demonstrates all the C# language basics before moving on to provide examples of Object Oriented Programming. The book concludes by demonstrating how you can use your acquired knowledge to create graphic programs for traditional PC Desktop apps, and also as Universal apps for multiple devices. You need have no previous knowledge of any programming language, so it''s ideal for the newcomer to computer programming. Also ideal for: Programmers moving from another programming language. Students who are studying C# programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in computing who need a fundamental understanding of procedural programming. Free, downloadable sample code is available to download from our website for checking against your own work.

Assembly x64 Programming in easy steps shows how to write code to create your own computer programs. It contains separate chapters demonstrating how to store and manipulate data in 64-bit registers, how to control program flow, and how to create reusable blocks of code in program functions. It includes demonstrations of parallel processing with 128-bit Streaming SIMD Extensions (SSE) and 256-bit Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX). Assembly x64 Programming in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to begin programming in modern x64 Assembly language on Windows. The code in the listed steps within the book is color-coded, making it easier for beginners to grasp. There are complete step-by-step example programs that demonstrate each aspect of coding, together with screenshots that illustrate the actual output when each program is executed. Includes free, downloadable source code to get you started straightaway!

Explains essential skills and concepts of programming with Java, including operations, statements, data handling, importing functions, building interfaces, and producing applets.

Explains essential skills and concepts, including providing page information, creating body content, inserting hyperlinks, writing lists and tables, embedding media content, and building input forms.

JavaServer Pages in easy steps instructs the reader how to add functionality to web pages using JavaServer Pages (JSP) technology. This allows the exchange of data between a web browser and a web server both on Windows platforms and on Unix-based platforms, such as Linux. The book contains exciting chapters on the major features of JSP and there are complete examples together with screenshots illustrating how they might appear in a web browser.

Spécialiste du jardinage biologique, Mike McGrath dévoile ici, avec humour et délicatesse, tous les secrets d''une belle culture de tomates pour vous faire rougir de plaisir. Que vous soyez déjà expert, ou encore novice en la matière, vous pourrez enfin semer vos précieuses graines et cultiver de savoureuses tomates en terre ou en pots. Aucune culture potagère n''est aussi populaire que celle des tomates. Certainement parce que celles-ci ont tout simplement meilleur goût lorsque vous les cultivez vous-même ! Mike McGrath vous donne ici toutes les ficelles pour réussir vos plantations : choix des semences, germination, transplantation, tuteurage et mise en cage, nutrition, arrosage et récolte des tomates... Pour tout savoir sur les inoubliables saveurs des variétés anciennes, sur la culture des hybrides particulièrement résistantes aux maladies, sur les traitements biologiques pour chasser les nuisibles et pour épater vos voisins ! Avec un peu de bonne volonté, quelques délicates attentions, et sans produits chimiques, cultiver des tomates deviendra un jeu d''enfant si vous suivez les conseils de Mike McGrath. Patience, ça pousse !