Language Development

SQL, or structured query language, has been around since the '80s. It has proven to be effective and efficient, making it the ideal solution for your database demands. The best part? You can learn how to program using SQL in just nine chapters. This audiobook introduces you to the basics of programming using comprehensive examples and step-by-step practice problems that sets you up for success.

In Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips to Clean Up Your Writing, Mignon Fogarty, the woman behind the popular Grammar Girl podcast, tackles some of the most common mistakes people make while communicating. From "lay vs. lie" and "affect vs. effect" to split infinitives and run-on sentences, the Grammar Girl offers clear explanations and effective memory tricks to help listeners write (or say) it right.

Big Data teaches you to build big data systems using an architecture designed specifically to capture and analyze web-scale data. This book presents the Lambda Architecture, a scalable, easy-to-understand approach that can be built and run by a small team. You'll explore the theory of big data systems and how to implement them in practice. In addition to discovering a general framework for processing big data, you'll learn specific technologies like Hadoop, Storm, and NoSQL databases.

Are you ready to turn your gaming passion into reality? This book is your ultimate guide to mastering Godot game development. No prior experience needed! Dive into the exciting world of Godot and learn step-by-step how to design captivating 2D and 3D environments, program engaging gameplay mechanics, and create stunning visual effects. Imagine building your dream games and impressing friends and potential employers with your skills. This book series equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on practice to become a confident Godot developer. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Do you want to master the art of networking? The main goal in business networking is telling people about your business and forming a partnership where the involved parties become customers and/or suppliers for each other’s business. This audiobook is for people who want to break the communication barrier and become more skillful at conversing, networking, and creating meaningful connections to further advance their business or career prospects. This audiobook will help you in forming a memorable conversation, which ultimately leads to a meaningful connection.

¿Alguna vez has soñado con ser un desarrollador profesional de Java y obtener ingresos masivos trabajando desde cualquier lugar del mundo? "Aprende Programación Java: De Principiante a Profesional" es tu guía completa para dominar uno de los lenguajes de programación más demandados del mercado. Este libro ha sido diseñado para transformar a los principiantes en expertos, llevándote paso a paso a través de conceptos fundamentales hasta proyectos avanzados.

En él, encontrarás una guía paso a paso que te llevará a través de todas las habilidades esenciales que todo programador importante del mundo domina. Esto no sólo le dará la oportunidad de practicar sus nuevas habilidades... sino que al final sabrá cómo crear e implementar su propia aplicación Java.

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that terrible apologies are the worst. We’ve all been on the receiving end, and oh, how they make us seethe. Horrible public apologies—excuse-laden, victim blame-y, weaselly statements—often go viral instantaneously, whether they’re from a celebrity, a politician, or a blogger. We all recognize bad apologies when we hear them. So why is it so hard to apologize well? How can we do better? How could they do better?

Faulty grammar can slow you down and diminish your credibility as a business writer. Essential Grammar has just one objective: to help you use correct English in the documents you write for work. Correct writing is an excellent way to boost your professional credibility. Here are some of the skills the book helps you master: writing grammatically correct sentences, using the right forms of pronouns and verbs, distinguishing between commonly confused words, and knowing when and where to use punctuation marks.

Whether you're a budding programmer or an experienced developer looking to sharpen your skills, this comprehensive guide will take you from the fundamentals of PHP to the creation of fully interactive, data-driven websites. Starting with an introduction to PHP's history and its significance in web development, this book systematically guides you through every aspect of server-side scripting. Learn the essentials of PHP syntax, variables, and control structures, and discover how to write clean, efficient code that powers some of the most popular websites today.

One person, two perspectives on grief. Plunged unexpectedly into widowhood at just 49 years old, psychotherapist Sasha Bates describes in searing honesty the agonisingly raw feelings unleashed by the loss of her husband and best friend, Bill. At the same time, she attempts to keep her therapist hat in place and create some perspective from psycho-analytic theory. From the depths of her confusion she gropes for ways to manage and bear the pain....

It is very important to know the correct way to teach our children. This book is specially designed to teach the autistic children the way they learn. It can be useful for other children also. An important concept for our children to understand is categorization. This requires our children to recognise and differentiate objects before they can categorise the objects into different groups. This book has interesting characters Amy and her friends to connect well with our children. The main character Amy will introduce about various categories with her friends in an interesting way. Children ...

Uncover the secret of human communication and master the art of speed reading people using body language analysis, personality traits, and proven psychological techniques! Learning the subtle art of speed reading people and figuring out their intent doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, it’s probably way easier than you think. You can become an expert on what makes human beings tick without spending years and tons of money getting a college degree in psychology.

The Art of Unit Testing, Second Edition guides you step-by-step from writing your first simple tests to developing robust test sets that are maintainable, readable, and trustworthy. You'll master the foundational ideas and quickly move to high-value subjects like mocks, stubs, and isolation, including frameworks such as Moq, FakeItEasy, and Typemock Isolator.

Brother Mackey examines the importance of having a temple within the realm of Freemasonry, with specific attention being paid to the symbolism of King Solomon's temple and the working tools a mason uses when building. He also covers the symbolism behind those tools. He compares the physical temple with the spiritual temple of man, which every mason is attempting to erect. He discusses the trestle-board as well as the rough and perfect ashlars and the ancient mysteries.

A feminist-forward guide to setting boundaries, assessing safety, and defusing violence by a six-time karate world champion—tools and skills to build confidence, fight back, and live life on your own terms.

Personal magnetism is no longer a mysterious force only the lucky few possess. By following these seven easy steps, you, too, can be magnetic, captivating, and even persuasive. Laid down for your convenience and personal development, you will find tips and tricks for the human animal, life hacks anybody can employ immediately for stronger, clearer communications. Don't get caught unprepared when called upon to speak, and stop being at the mercy of so-called unconscious motivations.

If you’ve always wanted to converse easily with strangers but the awkward silences have held you back, then this audiobook will help you. It includes four books on conversation skills, social skills, small talk, and body language, all of which are important for effective communication.

Loaded with practical tips, this book covers everything you ever need to know about body language, from gestures and postures to personal and physical space.

At some point in your life, different people will give you different versions of the same incident. You know someone MUST be lying. Who’s lying? Which parts are the truth and which are lies? According to certified fraud examiner, Pamela Meyer, “Trained lie spotters get to the truth 90% of the time. The rest of us are only about 54% accurate.” You want to detect deception better than just 54% of the time! This audiobook is to help you hone your skills at discerning if someone is trying to lie to you, manipulate you, or even prey on you.