Full Stack Web Development. Mastering Web Development from Client to Server-Side Technologies

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Philip Ackermann

This book offers a comprehensive guide to full stack web development, covering everything from core web technologies to advanced topics. The early chapters introduce foundational concepts like client-server relationships, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Readers learn how to build static and dynamic web pages, gaining a solid grounding in front-end development.As the book progresses, it delves into more advanced areas such as structuring applications, databases, and server-side programming using frameworks like Node.js and PHP. Practical examples, such as building web servers and handling data, help readers apply their skills in real-world scenarios, bridging the gap between theory and practice.The later chapters address crucial topics like web security, performance optimization, and project management. Readers are introduced to modern practices like Docker, microservices, and Agile project management, equipping them to handle scalable, secure applications. By the end, readers will have a holistic understanding of how to build, secure, and deploy full stack applications, making this book ideal for both beginners and experienced developers seeking to refine their skills.

Python For Engineering and Scientific Computing. Practical Applications with NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, and More

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Veit Steinkamp

This book provides a thorough introduction to Python programming designed for engineers and scientists. It begins with foundational topics like development environments and program structures, then introduces key Python libraries such as NumPy, SymPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, and VPython. Clear explanations and practical exercises help readers write efficient, well-structured code while progressing through increasingly complex projects.The content covers core programming paradigms including functions, branching, and object-oriented design, followed by numerical analysis with NumPy and symbolic math with SymPy. Detailed chapters on data visualization with Matplotlib and 3D animations with VPython enhance comprehension. Additional focus on statistical computations, Boolean algebra, and interactive GUI programming with Tkinter prepares readers for real-world applications. Each chapter ends with project tasks reinforcing hands-on learning.Throughout the book, readers build a strong skill set combining programming expertise and scientific problem-solving. By the end, they will confidently use Python’s libraries to solve diverse engineering and scientific challenges. This practical, project-based approach ensures knowledge is both solid and immediately useful in research and professional work.

JavaScript. Mastering JavaScript from Basics to Advanced Topics

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Philip Ackermann

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to JavaScript and web development, starting with the basics of programming and progressing through advanced topics. The initial chapters introduce JavaScript, exploring its history, its relationship with HTML and CSS, and how to integrate it into web pages. Readers will learn to create and manipulate variables, data types, and operators while controlling the flow of programs using loops and functions.As the book advances, it covers more complex concepts like working with objects, arrays, and strings, and introduces modern web APIs, such as Ajax, Fetch API, and browser storage methods. Additional chapters focus on object-oriented and functional programming, emphasizing JavaScript’s versatile capabilities.Later sections explore asynchronous programming, server-based applications with Node.js, and creating mobile and desktop applications using frameworks like React Native and Electron. There is also a focus on controlling microcontrollers using JavaScript, automating tasks with Grunt and Gulp, and managing source code through Git, providing a full-stack development approach with JavaScript at its core.

Python 3. The Comprehensive Guide

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Johannes Ernesti, Peter Kaiser

This in-depth guide to Python 3 begins by helping readers install the language and understand its core syntax through interactive exploration. Early chapters cover variables, control structures, functions, and data types like lists, tuples, dictionaries, and sets. Readers then move into file handling, error management, and object-oriented programming, building a solid foundation for real-world development.As the journey continues, the book introduces advanced concepts including decorators, generators, type hints, structural pattern matching, and context managers. It thoroughly explores the Python standard library, with practical applications in math, file systems, logging, regular expressions, parallel processing, and debugging. Readers also learn how to manage packages, virtual environments, and distributions.Later chapters shift to applied development—building GUIs with tkinter and PySide6, creating web applications with Django, and working with scientific tools like NumPy, pandas, and SciPy. The book concludes with insights on using alternative interpreters, localization, and migrating from Python 2 to 3. This resource grows with the reader, from basics to expert-level Python programming.

Hacking and Security. The Comprehensive Guide to Penetration Testing and Cybersecurity

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Michael Kofler, Klaus Gebeshuber, ...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to cybersecurity, covering hacking techniques, tools, and defenses. It begins by introducing key concepts, distinguishing penetration testing from hacking, and explaining hacking tools and procedures. Early chapters focus on security fundamentals, such as attack vectors, intrusion detection, and forensic methods to secure IT systems.As the book progresses, readers explore topics like exploits, authentication, and the challenges of IPv6 security. It also examines the legal aspects of hacking, detailing laws on unauthorized access and negligent IT security. Readers are guided through installing and using Kali Linux for penetration testing, with practical examples of network scanning and exploiting vulnerabilities.Later sections cover a range of essential hacking tools, including Metasploit, OpenVAS, and Wireshark, with step-by-step instructions. The book also explores offline hacking methods, such as bypassing protections and resetting passwords, along with IT forensics techniques for analyzing digital traces and live data. Practical application is emphasized throughout, equipping readers with the skills needed to address real-world cybersecurity threats.