PHP Hacks -- Only one book takes PHP beyond traditional web programming and into mapping, graphing, multimedia, and beyond: PHP Hacks. Author Jack Herrington wrings out 20 years of code generation experience to deliver hands-on tools ranging from basic PHP and PEAR installation and scripting to advanced multimedia and database optimizing tricks.
Makers -- This beautiful hardbound book celebrates the creativity and resourcefulness of the DIY movement. Author Bob Parks profiles 100 people who make ingenious things in their backyards, basements, and garages. All those who love to tinker or who fancy themselves kindred DIY spirits will appreciate this eclectic and intriguing collection of independent thinkers and makers.
Blackberry Hacks -- For both corporate and consumer users, this new Hacks book delivers tips, tools, and innovative ways to most effectively use your BlackBerry for phone calls, instant messaging, email, organizing, web browsing, receiving RSS feeds, and much more. You'll learn that the BlackBerry is capable of things you never thought possible.
Skype Hacks -- Author Andrew Sheppard details what all the Skype hype is about, explains the basics, and shows you more than 100 clever tips and tricks for tweaking and tuning Skype so you too can enjoy free phone calls and services. Drop your phone carrier and start saving money today.
Beyond Java -- In this intriguing book, Bruce Tate chronicles the rise of the most successful language of all time, and then lays out, in painstaking detail, the compromises the founders had to make to establish success. Bruce argues that Java is abandoning its base, and conditions are ripe for an alternative to emerge.
Greasemonkey Hacks -- For those who prefer to control their web content, this new release provides all the expertise you need to customize any web page you view. More than just an essential collection of tailor-made Greasemonkey solutions, this clever book is crammed with sample code, a Greasemonkey API reference, and a comprehensive list of resources.
Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML -- Tired of reading HTML books that only make sense after you're an expert? Then it's about time you pick up this hot new title from the Head First series and really learn HTML. Using the latest research in neurobiology, cognitive science, and learning theory, this book employs a a visually rich format that is guaranteed to load HTML, CSS, and XHTML into your brain in a way that sticks.
Quicken 2006 for Starters: The Missing Manual -- This newest release from the Starter Missing Manuals series is a refreshingly funny and sensible guide to using Quicken, simplifying your finances, and making the most of your money. Award-winning author Bonnie Biafore uses her years of expertise to deliver clear explanations, step-by-step instructions, relevant advice, and plenty of real-world examples.
Linux Multimedia Hacks -- This newest Hacks book gives you the technical chops to enjoy the considerable multimedia options available on the Linux platform. Learn, step-by-step, how to do cool things with images, audio, and video. Included are tips and tricks for connecting to iPods, creating MP3s and Oggs, watching and making DVDs, turning your Linux box into a Tivo, and much more.
Photoshop Elements 4 One-on-One -- Revised to cover all the new features of Photoshop Elements 4, this full-color book and accompanying high-definition video DVD give new users the accessible guidance they need to master this powerful but complex digital imaging program, while still providing a wealth of tips, shortcuts, and secrets that even the most experienced Photoshop users won't know.
