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R is the world’s most popular language for developing statistical software: Archaeologists use it to track the spread of ancient civilizations, drug companies use it to discover which medications are safe and effective, and actuaries use it to assess financial risks and keep economies running smoothly.

The Art of R Programming takes you on a guided tour of software development with R, from basic types and data structures to advanced topics like closures, recursion, and anonymous functions. No statistical knowledge is required, and your programming skills can range from hobbyist to pro.

Along the way, you’ll learn about functional and object-oriented programming, running mathematical simulations, and rearranging complex data into simpler, more useful formats. You’ll also learn to:

Create artful graphs to visualize complex data sets and functionsWrite more efficient code using parallel R and vectorizationInterface R with C/C++ and Python for increased speed or functionalityFind new packages for text analysis, image manipulation, and thousands moreSquash annoying bugs with advanced debugging techniques

Whether you’re designing aircraft, forecasting the weather, or you just need to tame your data, The Art of R Programming is your guide to harnessing the power of statistical computing.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ No Starch Press; 1st edition (October 15, 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 404 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593273843
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593273842
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.69 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.91 x 11 inches

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A Practical Guide to Better, Cleaner Code with Functional Programming

In Functional Design, renowned software engineer Robert C. Martin (“Uncle Bob”) explains how and why to use functional programming to build better systems for real customers. Martin compares conventional object-oriented coding structures in Java to those enabled by functional languages, identifies the best roles for each, and shows how to build better systems by judiciously using them in context.

Martin’s approach is pragmatic, minimizing theory in favor of “in the-trenches” problem-solving. Through accessible examples, working developers will discover how the easy-to-learn, semantically rich Clojure language can help them improve code cleanliness, design, discipline, and outcomes. Martin examines well-known SOLID principles and Gang of Four Design Patterns from a functional perspective, revealing why patterns remain extremely valuable to functional programmers, and how to use them to achieve superior results.

Understand functional basics: immutability, persistent data, recursion, iteration, laziness, and statefulnessContrast functional and object approaches through expertly crafted case studiesExplore functional design techniques for data flowUse classic SOLID principles to write better Clojure codeMaster pragmatic approaches to functional testing, GUIs, and concurrencyMake the most of design patterns in functional environmentsWalk through building an enterprise-class Clojure application

“Functional Design exudes ‘classic-on-arrival’. Bob pulls back the curtain to reveal how functional programming elements make software design simple yet pragmatic. He does so without alienating experienced object-oriented programmers coming from languages like C#, C++, or Java.”
–Janet A. Carr, Independent Clojure Consultant

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Addison-Wesley Professional; 1st edition (September 21, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0138176396
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0138176396
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.46 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.9 x 0.75 x 9.13 inches

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Start programming from scratch, no experience required. This beginners’ guide to software engineering starts with a discussion of the different editors used to create software and covers setting up a Docker environment. Next, you will learn about repositories and version control along with its uses. Now that you are ready to program, you’ll go through the basics of Python, the ideal language to learn as a novice software engineer. Many modern applications need to talk to a database of some kind, so you will explore how to create and connect to a database and how to design one for your app. Additionally you will discover how to use Python’s Flask microframework and how to efficiently test your code. Finally, the book explains best practices in coding, design, deployment, and security.

Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners answers the question of what topics you should know when you start out to learn software engineering. This book covers a lot of topics, and aims to clarify the hidden, but very important, portions of the software development toolkit.

After reading this book, you, a complete beginner, will be able to identify best practices and efficient approaches to software development. You will be able to go into a work environment and recognize the technology and approaches used, and set up a professional environment to create your own software applications.

What You Will Learn

Explore the concepts that you will encounter in the majority of companies doing software development Create readable code that is neat as well as well-designed Build code that is source controlled, containerized, and deployable Secure your codebase Optimize your workspace

Who This Book Is For

A reader with a keen interest in creating software. It is also helpful for students.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Apress; 1st ed. edition (January 31, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1484266218
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1484266212
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.12 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.1 x 0.82 x 9.25 inches