Best Mac For Programming - April 2024

Cocoa Programming for OS X: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide (5th Edition) (Big Nerd Ranch Guides)

Covering the bulk of what you need to know to develop full-featured applications for OS X, this edition is updated for OS X Yosemite (10.10),  Xcode 6, and Swift. Written in an engaging tutorial style and class-tested for clarity and accuracy, it is an invaluable resource for any Mac programmer. The authors introduce the two most commonly used Mac developer tools: Xcode and Instruments. They also cover the Swift language, basic application architecture, and the major design patterns of Cocoa. Examples are illustrated with exemplary code, written in the idioms of the Cocoa community, to show y... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0134076958
• ASIN: 0134076958
• ISBN: 9780134076959
• Manufacturer: Big Nerd Ranch Guides

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python: Practical Programming for Total Beginners

If you’ve ever spent hours renaming files or updating hundreds of spreadsheet cells, you know how tedious tasks like these can be. But what if you could have your computer do them for you?In Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, you’ll learn how to use Python to write programs that do in minutes what would take you hours to do by hand—no prior programming experience required. Once you’ve mastered the basics of programming, you’ll create Python programs that effortlessly perform useful and impressive feats of automation to:–Search for text in a file or across multiple files–Creat... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00WJ049VU
• ASIN: B00WJ049VU
• Manufacturer: No Starch Press

Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science, 3rd Ed.

This third edition of John Zelle's Python Programming continues the tradition of updating the text to reflect new technologies while maintaining a time-tested approach to teaching introductory computer science. An important change to this edition is the removal of most uses of eval and the addition of a discussion of its dangers. In our increasingly connected world, it's never too early to begin considering computer security issues. This edition also uses several new graphics examples, developed throughout chapters 4-12. [IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASERS: Any Kindle edition of this book is an il... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1590282752
• ASIN: 1590282752
• ISBN: 1590282752
• Manufacturer: Franklin, Beedle & Associates

Python Crash Course: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming

Python Crash Course is a fast-paced, thorough introduction to Python that will have you writing programs, solving problems, and making things that work in no time.In the first half of the book, you’ll learn about basic programming concepts, such as lists, dictionaries, classes, and loops, and practice writing clean and readable code with exercises for each topic. You’ll also learn how to make your programs interactive and how to test your code safely before adding it to a project. In the second half of the book, you’ll put your new knowledge into practice with three substantial projects:... [Read More]

• ASIN: B018UXJ9RI
• ASIN: B018UXJ9RI
• Manufacturer: No Starch Press

Excel 2016 Bible

The complete guide to Excel 2016, from Mr. Spreadsheet himself Whether you are just starting out or an Excel novice, the Excel 2016 Bible is your comprehensive, go-to guide for all your Excel 2016 needs. Whether you use Excel at work or at home, you will be guided through the powerful new features and capabilities by expert author and Excel Guru John Walkenbach to take full advantage of what the updated version offers. Learn to incorporate templates, implement formulas, create pivot tables, analyze data, and much more. Navigate this powerful tool for business, home management, technical wor... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1119067510
• ASIN: 1119067510
• ISBN: 1119067510
• Brand: imusti
• Manufacturer: Wiley

Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide (3rd Edition) (Big Nerd Ranch Guides)

Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide is an introductory Android book for programmers with Java experience.  Based on Big Nerd Ranch’s popular Android bootcamps, this guide will lead you through the wilderness using hands-on example apps combined with clear explanations of key concepts and APIs. This book focuses on practical techniques for developing apps compatible with Android 4.4 (KitKat) through Android 7.0 (Nougat) and beyond. Write and run code every step of the way, using Android Studio to create apps that integrate with other apps, download and display pictures from ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0134706056
• ASIN: 0134706056
• ISBN: 0134706056
• Brand: BIG NERD RANCH
• Manufacturer: Big Nerd Ranch Guides

BTECH PC03 FTDI Genuine USB Programming Cable for BTECH, BaoFeng, Kenwood, and AnyTone Radio

Genuine FTDI Chipset - Works with the latest Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux Drivers If you are tired of messing with the "counterfeit prolific chips" in the 'other' cables available on Amazon - this cable this is your answer. This cable works with the latest FTDI drivers The drivers are also downloadable directly from http://baofengtech.com/pccable Drivers are available which allow FTDI devices to work with the following operating systems: Windows, Max OSX, and Linux Works with the BaoFeng UV-5Rs, UV-82s, BF-F8HP, UV-5X3, UV-82HP and more! Works with the BaoFeng and Kenwood portable radios r... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00HUB0ONK
• UPC: 701748709049
• ASIN: B00HUB0ONK
• Brand: BTECH
• Manufacturer: BTECH

Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, 2nd Edition

Hacking is the art of creative problem solving, whether that means finding an unconventional solution to a difficult problem or exploiting holes in sloppy programming. Many people call themselves hackers, but few have the strong technical foundation needed to really push the envelope.Rather than merely showing how to run existing exploits, author Jon Erickson explains how arcane hacking techniques actually work. To share the art and science of hacking in a way that is accessible to everyone, Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, 2nd Edition introduces the fundamentals of C programming from a hacke... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1593271441
• UPC: 884870524442
• ASIN: 1593271441
• ISBN: 1593271441
• Brand: imusti
• Manufacturer: No Starch Press

Excel 2016 Power Programming with VBA (Mr. Spreadsheet's Bookshelf)

Maximize your Excel experience with VBA Excel 2016 Power Programming with VBA is fully updated to cover all the latest tools and tricks of Excel 2016. Encompassing an analysis of Excel application development and a complete introduction to Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), this comprehensive book presents all of the techniques you need to develop both large and small Excel applications. Over 800 pages of tips, tricks, and best practices shed light on key topics, such as the Excel interface, file formats, enhanced interactivity with other Office applications, and improved collaboration featu... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1119067723
• ASIN: 1119067723
• ISBN: 1119067723
• Brand: Wiley
• Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons

Swift Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide (2nd Edition) (Big Nerd Ranch Guides)

Through the authors' carefully constructed explanations and examples, you will develop an understanding of Swift grammar and the elements of effective Swift style. This book is written for Swift 3.0 and will also show you how to navigate Xcode 8 and get the most out of Apple's documentation.  Throughout the book, the authors share their insights into Swift to ensure that you understand the hows and whys of Swift and can put that understanding to use in different contexts. After working through the book, you will have the knowledge and confidence  to develop your own solutions to a wid... [Read More]

• ASIN: 013461061X
• ASIN: 013461061X
• ISBN: 013461061X
• Brand: Big Nerd Ranch Guides
• Manufacturer: Big Nerd Ranch Guides

Advanced Mac OS X Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide (Big Nerd Ranch Guides)

While there are several books on programming for Mac OS X, Advanced Mac OS X Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide is the only one that contains explanations of how to leverage the powerful underlying technologies. This book gets down to the real nitty-gritty. The third edition is updated for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 and covers new technologies like DTrace, Instruments, Grand Central Dispatch, blocks, and NSOperation.

• ASIN: 0321706250
• ASIN: 0321706250
• ISBN: 0321706250
• Manufacturer: Big Nerd Ranch Guides

Jestik Kinesis KB600 Advantage2 USB Contoured Keyboard (Black) with SmartSet Programming Technology for PC and MAC Plus Advantage Palm Pads and Microfiber - Value Bundle

VALUE BUNDLE INCLUDES ADVANTAGE PALM PADS PLUS JESTIK MICROFIBER Kinesis KB600 Advantage2 USB Contoured Keyboard (for PC and MAC) Overview Obviously, the star of value bundle is the Kinesis Advantage2. A total upgrade from the original Kinesis Advantage ergonomic keyboard, the Advantage2 features its patented Contoured Keyboard design and low-force mechanical key switches for maximum comfort and support, minimizing major health issues related to hours of using a keyboard. Long-time advantage users will love the all-new SmartSet Programming Engine that allows users to customize the keyboard ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01K32MU2A
• UPC: 739189948451
• ASIN: B01K32MU2A
• Brand: Jestik
• Manufacturer: Kinesis

Fundamentals of Machine Learning for Predictive Data Analytics: Algorithms, Worked Examples, and Case Studies (The MIT Press)

A comprehensive introduction to the most important machine learning approaches used in predictive data analytics, covering both theoretical concepts and practical applications.Machine learning is often used to build predictive models by extracting patterns from large datasets. These models are used in predictive data analytics applications including price prediction, risk assessment, predicting customer behavior, and document classification. This introductory textbook offers a detailed and focused treatment of the most important machine learning approaches used in predictive data analytics, co... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0262029448
• UPC: 783324881585
• ASIN: 0262029448
• ISBN: 0262029448
• Brand: The MIT Press
• Manufacturer: The MIT Press

Creative Selection: Inside Apple's Design Process During the Golden Age of Steve Jobs

* WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER *An insider's account of Apple's creative process during the golden years of Steve Jobs.Hundreds of millions of people use Apple products every day; several thousand work on Apple's campus in Cupertino, California; but only a handful sit at the drawing board. Creative Selection recounts the life of one of the few who worked behind the scenes, a highly-respected software engineer who worked in the final years of the Steve Jobs era—the Golden Age of Apple. Ken Kocienda offers an inside look at Apple’s creative process. For fifteen years, he was on the ground ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B079DVT6VP
• ASIN: B079DVT6VP
• Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press

EZSync Baofeng Radio Programming Cable, Genuine FTDI chip, Works with BaoFeng, Kenwood, Anytone and Woxun Radio, LED Data Indicators, EZSync701

Every EZSync serial cable is built to last for years with high-quality industrial grade materials. This cable has a built in FTDI chip and it works with all Windows/Mac/Linux OS versions including the latest Windows 10 and Mac OS X 10.12(Sierra). FTDI chip is a Windows/Mac registered device, that means it is Plug and Play(PnP) and function immediately after plug in without driver installation process. The cable works with Baofeng, Kenwood, Anytone and many other radios. If your radio has a stereo jack accepts a 3.5mm/2.5mm KPG-22 connector, most likely this cable will work. Baofeng Radio: UV... [Read More]

• ASIN: B076N7C816
• UPC: 725022296650
• ASIN: B076N7C816
• Brand: EZSync
• Manufacturer: Purenitetech

Cocoa Programming for Mac OS X

Now updated for both current developments in OS 10.4 and 10.5, this comprehensive guide to developing Cocoa guides programmers through the key features of Cocoa, and takes them step by step through the creation of

• UPC: 8810246
• Rating: 4.5

Python for Kids: A Playful Introduction to Programming (Paperback)

"Python for Kids" is a lighthearted introduction to the Python language and programming in general, complete with illustrations and kid-friendly

• UPC: 19234131
• Rating: 5.0

Tractor Mac Parade's Best

Tractor Mac helps a friend in need in this paperback reissue featuring two pages of fun

• UPC: 55747191

Android : Programming for Developers

Android: Programming for

• UPC: 663168838

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python : Practical Programming for Total Beginners

If you've ever spent hours renaming files or updating hundreds of spreadsheet cells, you know how tedious tasks like these can be. But what if you could have your computer do them for you? In

• UPC: 39121740
• Rating: 4.5

Access VBA Programming for Dummies

This friendly, easy-to-use guide shows experienced Access users how to use VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) to build Access databases and applications, but also covers programming fundamentals for nonprogrammers Includes practical, ready-to-use VBA code examples

• UPC: 2640703

Excel VBA Programming for Dummies

Take your Excel programming skills to the next level To take Excel to the next level, you need to understand and implement the power of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Excel VBA Programming For Dummies

• UPC: 906518304

Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Third Edition

If you are new to programming with Python and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the "for the absolute beginner" series teach

• UPC: 11958551

Beginning Programming with Python for Dummies

The easy way to learn programming fundamentals with Python Python is a remarkably powerful and dynamic programming language that's used in a wide variety of application domains. Some of its key distinguishing features include a

• UPC: 317153912

Macs for Seniors for Dummies

Looks at the basics of using a Mac, covering such topics as the desktop, working with files and folders, using Pages, playing movies, organizing photos, playing music, browsing the Internet, and computer

• UPC: 52099539

Simon & Schuster Richard Scarry's Busytown - Best Math Program Ever for PC, Mac

• UPC: 183665403460
• Category: Education, Language, Reference
• Price: 4 USD

Simon & Schuster Richard Scarry's Busytown - Best Math Program Ever for PC, Mac

• UPC: 263658504250
• Category: Education, Language, Reference
• Price: 6 USD