PHP 5 Power Programming

October 22nd, 2005

Authors: Andi Gutmans, Stig Sæther Bakken, and Derick Rethans

Contents
Foreword by Zeev Suraski
Preface: Introduction and Background
Chapter 1: What Is New in PHP 5?
Chapter 2: PHP 5 Basic Language
Chapter 3: PHP 5 OO Language
Chapter 4: PHP 5 Advanced OOP and Design Patterns
Chapter 5: How to Write a Web Application with PHP
Chapter 6: Databases with PHP 5
Chapter 7: Error Handling
Chapter 8: XML with PHP 5
Chapter 9: Mainstream Extensions
Chapter 10: Using PEAR
Chapter 11: Important PEAR Packages
Chapter 12: Building PEAR Components
Chapter 13: Making the Move
Chapter 14: Performance
Chapter 15: An Introduction to Writing PHP Extensions
Chapter 16: PHP Shell Scripting
A. PEAR and PECL Package Index
B. phpDocumentor Format Reference
C. Zend Studio Quick Start
Index

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Writing Perl Modules for CPAN

October 22nd, 2005

A book description from Apress.Com:
Writing Perl Modules for CPAN offers Perl developers a comprehensive guide to using and contributing to the Comprehensive Perl Archive Network (CPAN). Starting with a general overview of CPAN’s history, network topology, and navigational mechanisms, the book quickly brings you up to speed regarding how to search out and install available modules. However, in the true open source spirit, author and experienced Perl developer Sam Tregar teaches you how to not only use, but also contribute to CPAN via an in-depth discussion of module creation, submission, and maintenance.
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A Programmer’s Introduction to PHP 4.0

October 22nd, 2005

A book description from Apress.Com:
No matter what language you are familiar with, this book will benefit you. Beginning with a rapid introduction to PHP’s syntax and basic functionality, you will swiftly understand PHP. The book then steers you toward advanced issues, like PHP’s role in database manipulation, sessions, and user interactivity.

Author W.J. Gilmore also examines how PHP can work with XML, JavaScript, and the Component Object Model (COM). He loads the book with practical examples and several projects that can be immediately incorporated on any website. The invaluable A Programmer’s Introduction to PHP 4.0 shows you how to make the most of PHP’s powerful capabilities, regardless of your current scope of PHP knowledge.

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Python Programming eBooks Collection

October 21st, 2005

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