Python Programming for Raspberry Pi® In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself Python Programming for Raspberry Pi in 24 Hours teaches you Python programming on Raspberry Pi, so you can start creating awesome projects for home automation, home theater, gaming, and more. Using this book’s straight-forward, step-by-step approach, you’ll move from the absolute basics all the way through network and web connections, multimedia, and even connecting with electronic circuits for sensing and robotics. Every lesson and case study application builds on what you’ve already learned, giving you a rock-solid foundation for real-world success! <ul>
<li>Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common Raspberry Pi Python programming tasks.</li> <li>Quizzes at the end of each chapter help you test your knowledge.</li> <li>By the Way notes present interesting information related to the discussion.</li> <li>Did You Know? tips offer advice or show you easier ways to perform tasks.</li> <li>Watch Out! cautions alert you to possible problems and give you advice on how to avoid them.</li> </ul>
Richard Blum has administered systems and networks for more than 25 years. He has published numerous Linux and open source books, and is an online instructor for web programming and Linux courses used by colleges across the United States. His books include Ubuntu Linux Secrets; Linux for Dummies, Ninth Edition; PostgreSQL 8 for Windows; and Professional Linux Programming. Christine Bresnahan began working as a systems administrator more than 25 years ago. Now an Adjunct Professor at Ivy Tech Community College, she teaches Python programming, Linux administration and computer security. She is coauthor of The Linux Bible, Eighth Edition. With Blum, she also coauthored Linux Command Line &amp; Shell Scripting Bible, Second Edition. <ul>
<li>Get your Raspberry Pi and choose the right low-cost peripherals</li> <li>Set up Raspian Linux and the Python programming environment</li> <li>Learn Python basics, including arithmetic and structured commands</li> <li>Master Python 3 lists, tuples, diction-aries, sets, strings, files, and modules</li> <li>Reuse the same Python code in multiple locations with functions</li> <li>Manipulate string data efficiently with regular expressions</li> <li>Practice simple object-oriented programming techniques</li> <li>Use exception handling to make your code more reliable</li> <li>Program modern graphical user interfaces with Raspberry Pi and OpenGL</li> <li>Create Raspberry Pi games with the PyGame library</li> <li>Learn network, web, and database techniques you can also use in business software</li> <li>Write Python scripts that send email</li> <li>Interact with other devices through Raspberry Pi’s GPIO interface</li> <li>Walk through example Raspberry Pi projects that inspire you to do even more </li> </ul> On the Web: Register your book at informit.com/title/9780672337642 for access to all code examples from the book, as well as update and corrections as they become available.

Python Programming for Raspberry Pi, Sams Teach Yourself in 24 Hours (Sams Teach Yourself -- Hours)

Computers & Technology

Bresnahan, Christine

Blum, Richard

Computer Science

Sams Publishing

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself Python Programming for Raspberry Pi in 24 Hours teaches you Python programmingon Raspberry Pi, so you can start creating awesome projects for homeautomation, home theater, gaming, and more. Using this book’s straightforward,step-by-step approach, you’ll move from the absolute basics all theway through network and web connections, multimedia, and even connectingwith electronic circuits for sensing and robotics. Every lesson and casestudy application builds on what you’ve already learned, giving you arock-solid foundation for real-world success! Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common Raspberry Pi Python programming tasks. Quizzes at the end of each chapter help you test your knowledge. By the Way notes present interesting information related to the discussion. Did You Know? tips offer advice or show you easier ways to perform tasks. Watch Out! cautions alert you to possible problems and give you advice on how to avoid them. <ul>
<li> Get your Raspberry Pi and choose the right low-cost peripherals </li>
<li> Set up Raspian Linux and the Python programming environment </li>
<li> Learn Python basics, including arithmetic and structured commands </li>
<li> Master Python 3 lists, tuples, dictionaries, sets, strings, files, and modules </li>
<li> Reuse the same Python code in multiple locations with functions </li>
<li> Manipulate string data efficiently with regular expressions </li>
<li> Practice simple object-oriented programming techniques </li>
<li> Use exception handling to make your code more reliable </li>
<li> Program modern graphical user interfaces with Raspberry Pi and OpenGL </li>
<li> Create Raspberry Pi games with the PyGame library </li>
<li> Learn network, web, and database techniques you can also use in business software </li>
<li> Write Python scripts that send email </li>
<li> Interact with other devices through Raspberry Pi’s GPIO interface </li>
<li> Walk through example Raspberry Pi projects that inspire you to do even more </li> </ul>

Python Programming for Raspberry Pi, Sams Teach Yourself in 24 Hours

The authoritative guide to Linux command line and shell scripting?completely updated and revised [it's not a guide to Linux as a whole ? just to scripting] The Linux command line allows you to type specific Linux commands directly to the system so that you can easily manipulate files and query system resources, thereby permitting you to automate commonly used functions and even schedule those programs to run automatically. This new edition is packed with new and revised content, reflecting the many changes to new Linux versions, including coverage of alternative shells to the default bash shell. For this edition, the author has teamed up with another Linux expert ? with their shared expertise, they take you beyond the basics of shell scripting and guide you through using shell scripting for higher-level applications that are commonly found in Linux environments. In addition, this edition features a host of real-world examples, so you can see how the scripts work in application. <ul>
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Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible, Second Edition

Operating Systems

wiley

Note: This ISBN does not include online Access Card More than 50 percent new and revised content for today's Linux environment gets you up and running in no time! 
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Linux Bible

Negus, Christopher

Networking & Cloud Computing

John Wiley&Sons, Inc.

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Linux Command Bible 3e

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LPIC-1: Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide

Certification

Sybex

CompTIA Authorized Linux+ prep CompTIA Linux+ Study Guide is your comprehensive study guide for the Linux+ Powered by LPI certification exams. With complete coverage of 100% of the objectives on both exam LX0-103 and exam LX0-104, this study guide provides clear, concise information on all aspects of Linux administration, with a focus on the latest version of the exam. You'll gain the insight of examples drawn from real-world scenarios, with detailed guidance and authoritative coverage of key topics, including GNU and Unix commands, system operation, system administration, system services, security, and more, from a practical perspective that easily translates into on-the-job know-how. You'll also get access to helpful study tools, including bonus practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms that are important to know for exam day. Linux is viewed by many companies and organizations as an excellent, low-cost, secure alternative to expensive operating systems such as Microsoft Windows. The CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI exams test a candidate's understanding and familiarity with the Linux Kernel. <ul>
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CompTIA Linux+ Powered by Linux Professional Institute: Exam LX0-103 and Exam LX0-104

Sybex, Inc.

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<li>Access lessons that are organized by task, allowing you to quickly identify the topics you are looking for and navigate the comprehensive information presented by the book</li> <li>Discover the basics of the Linux operating system, including distributions, types of open source applications, freeware, licensing, operations, navigation, and more</li> <li>Explore command functions, including navigating the command line, turning commands into scripts, and more</li> <li>Identify and create user types, users, and groups</li> </ul>
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Linux Essentials

John Wiley&Sons

Full coverage of the latest LPI-level 2 exams, with bonus online test bank LPIC-2 is the one-stop preparation resource for the Linux Professional Institute's Advanced Level certification exam. With 100 percent coverage of all exam objectives, this book provides clear and concise coverage of the Linux administration topics you'll need to know for exams 201 and 202. Practical examples highlight the real-world applications of important concepts, and together, the author team provides insights based on almost fifty years in the IT industry. This brand new second edition has been completely revamped to align with the latest versions of the exams, with authoritative coverage of the Linux kernel, system startup, advanced storage, network configuration, system maintenance, web services, security, troubleshooting, and more. You also get access to online learning tools including electronic flashcards, chapter tests, practice exams, and a glossary of critical terms to help you solidify your understanding of upper-level Linux administration topics. 
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LPIC-2: Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide: Exam 201 and Exam 202

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