Java. The Comprehensive Guide

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Christian Ullenboom

This comprehensive guide introduces readers to Java programming from the ground up, beginning with the language’s history, installation, and core syntax. Early chapters cover imperative programming concepts, object-oriented principles, and essential data types like arrays and strings. As the journey progresses, readers explore custom classes, inheritance, interfaces, exceptions, and nested types, building a solid foundation in Java’s structure and design.Midway, the book dives into advanced topics such as generics, lambda expressions, functional programming, and concurrency. Readers gain practical knowledge of modern Java features including module systems, the extensive Java class library, and the nuances of thread management. The coverage also extends to data structures, algorithms, file I/O, and database connectivity with JDBC, empowering readers to handle real-world programming challenges with confidence.The final sections focus on testing with JUnit, software design patterns, and Java development tools, equipping readers with skills to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Throughout this journey, the book emphasizes practical examples and best practices, making it an indispensable resource for learners aiming to master Java from basics to advanced professional techniques.

Developing AI Applications. An Introduction

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Metin Karatas

This book opens with a clear introduction to AI fundamentals, covering its history and key concepts while guiding readers through installing essential tools like KNIME and AutoKeras. It begins by building a strong foundation in artificial neural networks and decision trees, enabling readers to grasp core AI methods. The journey then advances to convolutional layers for image classification, transfer learning, and anomaly detection, offering practical, beginner-friendly examples.As the reader progresses, the book explores text classification, cluster analysis, and automated AI model creation with AutoKeras. Visual programming with KNIME is introduced to simplify complex AI workflows. Further chapters cover reinforcement learning and genetic algorithms, expanding the reader’s skill set and preparing them for more advanced challenges. Hands-on exercises throughout reinforce concepts and practical application.In its final chapters, the guide dives into cutting-edge AI tools by demonstrating how to leverage ChatGPT and DALL-E APIs, including prompt engineering and API programming. It concludes with an outlook on the future of AI, equipping readers with the knowledge and confidence to build and deploy their own AI-powered applications from start to finish.

Spring Boot 3 and Spring Framework 6. The Comprehensive Guide to Modern Java Development

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Christian Ullenboom

This book takes readers on a comprehensive journey through Spring Boot 3 and Spring Framework 6, starting with the essentials of dependency injection and Spring-managed containers. It then explores core modules and proxies to establish a strong foundation for Java application development. Early chapters guide readers through configuring Spring Boot projects and managing dependencies efficiently.The middle sections focus heavily on database integration, including relational databases using Spring JDBC, Jakarta Persistence, and advanced Spring Data JPA techniques. Readers will also learn to work with NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Elasticsearch, enhancing their ability to handle various data storage solutions. The book covers the development of web applications using Spring MVC, RESTful API design, and securing web endpoints.The final chapters emphasize application monitoring with Spring Boot Actuator, logging strategies, and practical deployment options including containerization. Alongside the core content, a dedicated migration chapter assists developers transitioning from Spring Boot 2 to version 3, ensuring they stay current with evolving best practices. This structured approach prepares readers to confidently build, monitor, and deploy modern, production-ready Java applications.

Node.js. The Comprehensive Guide

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Sebastian Springer

This comprehensive guide begins by introducing the core principles of Node.js, covering installation, environment setup, and modular programming. Readers then build foundational skills by creating their first applications and exploring essential web technologies like HTTP and popular frameworks such as Express and Nest. The journey continues into advanced topics like template engines, database integration, and authentication techniques, equipping readers to build full-featured web applications.As readers progress, the book delves into building RESTful and GraphQL APIs, real-time applications with WebSockets, and writing type-safe Node.js code using TypeScript. Later chapters explore command-line tools, asynchronous programming with Promises and RxJS, streams, and file handling. Comprehensive sections on package management, quality assurance, testing, and security provide practical insights to produce robust, maintainable software.The final chapters focus on deploying scalable applications, performance optimization, microservices architecture, and introduce the emerging Deno runtime. Throughout the book, detailed examples and step-by-step explanations guide readers from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques, making this an essential resource for developers seeking mastery of server-side JavaScript development with Node.js.

Git. Project Management for Developers and DevOps Teams

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Bernd Öggl, Michael Kofler

This practical guide is designed to take you from Git beginner to advanced user. Starting with installation and configuration, it covers the essential Git commands you'll need to create and manage repositories, track changes, and work with branches and commits. These fundamental concepts set the stage for more complex workflows and efficient version control management.The book then explores advanced features, such as using platforms like GitHub and GitLab for remote repositories. You'll learn how to collaborate with others through pull requests, set up continuous integration pipelines, and implement automation using hooks. The guide also includes advanced techniques like rebasing and working with submodules, helping you streamline your workflow and manage larger projects effectively.The final sections focus on troubleshooting common Git errors, from merge conflicts to authentication issues. Practical solutions and best practices ensure you can resolve problems quickly and efficiently. The book wraps up with a comprehensive Git command reference, making it a go-to resource for both new users and experienced developers. Whether you're working solo or in teams, this book will help you master version control with confidence.

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.

Scripting. Automation with Bash, PowerShell, and Python

Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Michael Kofler

This comprehensive scripting guide empowers system administrators, developers, and power users to automate repetitive IT tasks across platforms using three major scripting languages: Bash, PowerShell, and Python. The book opens with foundational scripting concepts and showcases what you can accomplish with just ten lines of code. It continues with in-depth chapters on each language, emphasizing syntax, control structures, error handling, and modularity.Readers will explore practical techniques for managing files, parsing text, utilizing regular expressions, and working with JSON, XML, and INI formats. The book dives into job automation with cron and Task Scheduler, secure communication via SSH, and scripting in professional environments with tools like Visual Studio Code and Git.The final section applies scripting to real-world cases, including system backups, image processing, web scraping, API consumption, database interactions, cloud integration, and virtual machine automation. With this book, readers build a strong scripting toolkit to efficiently manage modern IT workflows.