Whether you have a backyard or only a terrace, you bet you can grow beautiful heirloom tomatoes! From the host of PBS's You Bet Your Garden, Mike McGrath will teach you everything you need to know about choosing tomato varieties, germination, planting, maintenance, pest control, and so much more.
SQL (Structured Query Language) is THE standard language used world-wide for database communication on all popular database software. It allows the storage and manipulation of data both on Windows platforms and on Unix-based platforms, such as Linux. SQL in easy steps, 4th edition begins by explaining how to download and install the free MySQL database server on both Windows and Linux platforms. This allows you to establish an environment in which to develop and administer your own databases. This book makes no assumption that you will have previous knowledge of any programming or scripting language so it's ideal for the newcomer to SQL. Each chapter builds your knowledge of executing database queries. The book contains exciting chapters on how to selectively extract data from within one, or more, databases and there are complete examples that illustrate each aspect of SQL. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of the Structured Query Language and be able to write your own SQL scripts to insert, extract, and manipulate data.
Excel VBA in easy steps, 4thedition neatly demonstrates VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)Macro programming in a clear and concise manner, so you can get more from thepopular Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application. This 4th edition isupdated for Microsoft 365. Areas covered include: Recording and editing Macros Creating your own Macro programs Coding with the VBA language Responding to Worksheet events Programming Excel procedures Making "DataForms" for data editing Producing "UserForms" for data entry Displaying dynamic Charts Sharing your Excel apps to impress yourcolleagues! Use this guide to learn the key featuresconstructively and get more out of Microsoft Excel - in easysteps!
Visual Basic Express is a program that allows users to create Windows applications, and while its uses are extensive, the program can be difficult for the uninitiated. This straightforward guide demystifies the process and provides easy, step-by-step advice for users of all levels. The guide explores the process from the beginning (the installation process), to using the program (including form controls, application properties, programming language, and problem-solving techniques), to the the creation of a complete Windows application. The guide also describes the process of scripting with Visual Basic to create macros for Microsoft Office, and how to go about creating web pages for Internet Explorer. Readers will also learn how to incorporate external data into your applications from text files, Excel spreadsheets, XML documents, live RSS web feeds, and SQL databases.
HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps instructs the reader on each of the three coding languages that are used to create modern web HyperText Markup Language (HTML) tags are used to control the structure of web page content; Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) rules are used to determine how web page content appears; and JavaScript functions are used to provide web page interactivity. HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps contains examples and screenshots that illustrate each feature of all three coding languages. You'll learn how to create web pages to display text, images, lists, tables, hyperlinks, forms, audio, and video. Each chapter builds your knowledge so by the end of the book you'll have gained a sound understanding of HTML markup, CSS rules, and JavaScript functions. HTML, CSS & JavaScript in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to create great functional web pages. It will appeal to programmers who want to quickly add web page coding to their skills set, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college, and to those seeking a career in web development.
R for Data Analysis in easy steps 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.
Now in its 7th edition, Linux in easy steps guides the reader through the basics of Linux, including how to install the Linux operating system, explore the desktop, and launch great applications. It starts by showing how to download, install and customize Linux, guides you around the Desktop, and then introduces many great apps. This guide even shows how to use the powerful Linux shell to communicate directly with the kernel at the very heart of Linux, for total control. Linux in easy steps, 7th edition opens the door to a whole new world of digital possibilities with Linux.
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!
Provides information on using Visual Basic, covering such topics as setting properties, using controls, building an application, scripting, debugging, and creating a database.
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.
