“If you get only one Java book, it should be Sams Teach Yourself Java in 21 Days”   –PC Magazine

In just 21 days, you can acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to develop three kinds of programs with Java: applications on your computer, servlets on a web server, and browser-launched Java Web Start applications.

No previous programming experience required. By following the 21 carefully organized lessons in this book, anyone can learn the basics of Java programming.

Learn at your own pace. You can work through each chapter sequentially to make sure you thoroughly understand all of the concepts and methodologies, or you can focus on specific lessons to learn the techniques that interest you most.

Test your knowledge. Each chapter ends with a Workshop section filled with questions, answers, and exercises for further study. There are even certification practice questions.

The second-generation Smartphone applications are exclusively designed to leverage the advantages of mobility and ubiquitous wireless access. This book provides you with an in-depth look at software development issues and design guidelines, and helps you gain the skills you need to develop your own efficient and feature-rich Smartphone applications that utilize the latest cutting-edge technologies.

Complete with code and examples, the book first walks you through the Microsoft Smartphone platform from a software developer's perspective. It next uncovers the .NET Compact Framework as well as the Smartphone programming environment. You'll then find detailed information on Microsoft Smartphone-related application design and programming topics in the domains of the .NET Compact Framework (managed code). Plus, you'll explore advanced development topics such as security and performance considerations that you'll be able to incorporate into your own applications.

"Do you learn best by example and experimentation? This book is ideal. Have your favorite editor and compiler ready—you'll encounter example code you'll want to try right away. You've picked the right book—this is sure to become the de facto standard guide to writing Apache modules."

—Rich Bowen, coauthor, Apache Administrators Handbook, Apache Cookbook, and The Definitive Guide to Apache mod_rewrite

"A first-rate guide to getting the most out of Apache as a modular application platform—sure to become a must-read for any Apache programmer, from beginner to experienced professional. It builds up carefully and meticulously from the absolute basics, while including chapters on everything from the popular Apache DBD Framework to best practices, security, and debugging."

—Noirin Plunkett, documentation committer to the Apache httpd project, and member of the ASF conference committee

The Ultimate Resource on Oracle Database 10g

Get thorough coverage of Oracle Database 10g from the most comprehensive reference available, published by Oracle Press. With in-depth details on all the new features, this powerhouse resource provides an overview of database architecture and Oracle Grid Computing technology, and covers SQL, SQL*Plus, PL/SQL, dynamic PL/SQL, object-oriented features, and Java programming in the Oracle environment. You’ll also find valuable database administration and application development techniques, plus an alphabetical reference covering major Oracle commands, keywords, features, and functions, with cross-referencing of topics.

• Install Oracle Database 10g or upgrade from an earlier version
• Execute SQL queries
• Perform complex searches easily with regular expression functions
• Implement security measures using Virtual Private Databases (VPDs)
• Move data with SQL*Loader and Data Pump
• Replicate data and aggregations using materialized views
• Execute flashback queries to recover data or see its changes over time
• Create triggers, stored procedures, and packages with PL/SQL
• Develop applications with JDBC and XML
• Work with Oracle Database 10g Real Application Clusters (RAC) and grid technologies
• Take advantage of the new tuning features