Mobile Phones, Tablets and E-Readers

by Raghuram Bharathan , Language: English

Over 90 hands-on recipes to successfully build and automate development life cycle tasks following Maven conventions and best practices
If you are a Java developer or a manager who has experience with Apache Maven and want to extend your knowledge, then this is the ideal book for you.
Apache Maven Cookbook is for those who want to learn how Apache Maven can be used for build automation. It is also meant for those familiar with Apache Maven, but want to understand the finer nuances of Maven and solve specific problems.

by Paul J Deitel , Harvey M Deitel , Abbey Deitel , Language: English

The professional programmer’s Deitel® guide to smartphone and tablet app development using Android 4.3 and 4.4, the Eclipse-based Android Development Tools and the new Android Studio
Billions of apps have been downloaded from Google Play™! This book gives you everything you’ll need to start developing great Android apps quickly and getting them published on Google Play™. The book uses an app-driven approach–each new technology is discussed in the context of seven fully tested Android apps, complete with syntax coloring, code highlighting, code walkthroughs and sample outputs.

by David Thiel , Language: English

Eliminating security holes in iOS apps is critical for any developer who wants to protect their users from the bad guys. In iOS Application Security, mobile security expert David Thiel reveals common iOS coding mistakes that create serious security problems and shows you how to find and fix them.After a crash course on iOS application structure and Objective-C design patterns, you’ll move on to spotting bad code and plugging the holes. You’l learn about:The iOS security model and the limits of its built-in protectionsThe myriad ways sensitive data can leak into places it shouldn’t, such as through the pasteboardHow to implement encryption with the Keychain, the Data Protection API, and CommonCryptoLegacy flaws from C that still cause problems in modern iOS applicationsPrivacy issues related to gathering user data and how to mitigate potential pitfallsDon’t let your app’s security leak become another headline.

by Chris Dickinson , Language: English

This book is intended for intermediate and advanced Unity developers who have experience with most of Unity’s feature-set, and who want to maximize the performance of their game. Familiarity with the C# language will be needed.Master performance optimization for Unity3D applications with tips and techniques that cover every aspect of the Unity3D EngineAbout This BookOptimize CPU cycles, memory usage, and GPU throughput for any Unity3D applicationMaster optimization techniques across all Unity Engine features including Scripting, Asset Management, Physics, Graphics Features, and ShadersA practical guide to exploring Unity Engine’s many performance-enhancing methodsWhat You Will LearnUse the Unity Profiler to find bottlenecks anywhere in our application, and discover how to resolve themImplement best-practices for C# scripting to avoid common pitfallsDevelop a solid understanding of the rendering pipeline, and maximize its performance through reducing draw calls and avoiding fill rate bottlenecksEnhance shaders in a way that is accessible to most developers, optimizing them through subtle yet effective performance tweaksKeep our scenes as dynamic as possible by making the most of the Physics engineOrganize, filter, and compress our art assets to maximize performance while maintaining high qualityPull back the veil on the Mono Framework and the C# Language to implement low-level enhancements that maximize memory usage and avoid garbage collectionGet to know the best practices for project organization to save time through an improved workflowIn DetailCompetition within the gaming industry has become significantly fiercer in recent years with the adoption of game development frameworks such as Unity3D.

by Paul McFedries , Language: English

On January 27, 2010, Apple announced the latest in its line of revolutionary, ultraportable devices – the iPad. iPad Portable Genius is the latest in a line of ultra handy, go–to and goes–with you anywhere guides for getting the most out of a new Apple product.

by Vandad Nahavandipoor , Language: English

Jazz up your iPhone and iPad apps with some slick graphics and animation—and keep users from looking elsewhere. This short and concise book shows developers with even little Cocoa programming experience how to create impressive graphics and animation effects with relatively easy coding.

by Shane Conder , Lauren Darcey , Language: English

Android Wireless Application Development has earned a reputation as the most useful real-world guide to building robust, commercial-grade Android apps. Now, authors Lauren Darcey and Shane Conder have systematically revised and updated this guide for the latest Android SDK 4.0. To accommodate their extensive new coverage, they’ve split the book into two volumes. Volume I focuses on Android essentials, including setting up your development environment, understanding the application lifecycle, designing effective user interfaces, developing for diverse devices, and optimizing your mobile app development process–from design through publishing.

by Jonathan Peppers , Language: English

Develop production-ready applications for iOS and Android using Xamarin
About This Book
Write native iOS and Android applications with Xamarin.iOS and Xamarin.Android respectively
Learn strategies that allow you to share code between iOS and Android
Design user interfaces that can be shared across Android, iOS, and Windows Phone using Xamarin.Forms
Who This Book Is For
If you are a developer with experience in C# and are just getting into mobile development, this is the book for you. If you have experience with desktop applications or the Web, this book will give you a head start on cross-platform development.

by Paul F Johnson , Language: English

Create a fully operating application and deploy it to major mobile platforms using Xamarin.Forms
About This Book
Create standard user interfaces on Windows Mobile, Android, and iOS and then make those interfaces look good with ease
Design a full-blown application in very little time with just about the entire code being shared
Learn how to access platform-specific features and still have the same core code with this handy guide
What You Will Learn
Create a responsive UI, modified to suit the target platform
Understand the basics of designing an application, and the considerations needed for target platforms
Construct a complete app using a single codebase
Develop attractive user interfaces
Bind information to the code behind to generate a reactive application
Design an effective portable class library (PCL)
Include a Windows Mobile application within your standard Xamarin.F

by Akash Phoenix , Language: English

Gain an insight into the industry’s best and most secure Enterprise Mobility Management solution
About This Book
Deploy and manage the complete XenMobile solution
Learn how to customize and troubleshoot your XenMobile apps
Step-by-step instructions with relevant screenshots for better understanding
Who This Book Is For
This book is for professionals who want to familiarize themselves with mobile device management and who aspire to discover how MDM software is designed to meet the most complex and demanding mobile requirements when it comes to securing their mobile enterprise.

by Jonathan Marbutt , Robb Schiefer , Language: English

The book is written in a cookbook style, presenting examples in the style of recipes, allowing you to go directly to your topic of interest, or follow topics throughout a chapter to gain in-depth knowledge. All levels of developers and designers will be able to utilize this book. The language and examples are written for beginners but there are plenty of deeper concepts to explore and code to master.

by Matthew Campbell , Language: English

Swift Quick Syntax Reference is a condensed code and syntax reference to the new Apple Swift programming language, which is the alternative new programming language alongside Objective-C behind the APIs found in the Apple iOS SDK 8 and OS X Yosemite SDK. It presents the essential Swift syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference.
You won’t find any technical jargon, bloated samples, drawn out history lessons, or witty stories in this book. What you will find is a language reference that is concise, to the point, and highly accessible.

by Raydelto Hernandez , Language: English

Learn to create engaging and spectacular games for Android using Cocos2d-x
About This Book
Create fun physics games to rival the bestselling games on Google Play
Save time by creating your Android games using this integrated framework
Learn to create a simple game using step-by-step instructions provided throughout the book
Who This Book Is For
If you have a basic understanding of the C++ programming language and want to create videogames for the Android platform, then this technology and book is ideal for you.

by raywenderlich.com Tutorial Team , Language: English

Learn how to make iOS games using Apple’s brand new 2D game framework: Sprite Kit. Through a series of mini-games and challenges, you will go from beginner to advanced and learn everything you need to make your own game!
The iOS Tutorial Team takes pride in making sure each tutorial we write holds to the highest standards of quality. We want our tutorials to be well written, easy to follow, and fun. And we don’t want to just skim the surface of a subject – we want to really dig into it, so you can truly understand how it works and apply the knowledge directly in your own apps.

by Neal Goldstein , David A Wilson , Language: English

Create incredible apps for the iPhone and iPad using the latest features of iOS 6 You could be the one who creates the next super app – one that is universal, works for both the iPhone and iPad, and is a top seller. It′s a great goal, and the road starts here, with this energizing guide. Whether you′re a budding programming hobbyist or a serious developer looking to hit it big, the information in this book is what you need.
iOS 6 Application Development For Dummies is your guide to bringing all your app ambitions to life!

by Lohith G N , Language: English

Windows Phone is an OS which is also a platform in itself and provides an opportunity for application developers to build their apps and sell them on the Windows Phone Marketplace. Windows Phone is slowly catching up in the race with iOS and Android. Although well suited for scientific and mathematical calculations, the Windows Phone Platform provides an opportunity to program in F#.

by Matthew Baxter-Reynolds , Iris Classon , Language: English

If you’re a .NET developer looking to build tablet apps, this practical book takes you step-by-step through the process of developing apps for the Windows Store. You’ll learn how to use Microsoft’s Modern UI design language with Windows 8.1 and WinRT 8.1.1 by building a line-of-business mobile app with C# through the course of the book.
To develop the app, you’ll work with the same system details and design specs that apply to retail apps, such as persistence, backend service, and Windows 8 features for sharing and search.

by Robert Wiebe , Language: English

You will start by considering the essential differences between mobile and desktop game development. You will then get straight into creating unity projects that will run on the entire spectrum of iOS devices. This book is for people who want to plan, develop, and deploy Unity 3D games on iOS mobile platforms, including iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.

by Rob Huddleston , Language: English

Fully loaded with the latest tricks and tips on your new Android!Android smartphones are so hot, they’re soaring past iPhones on the sales charts. And the second edition of this muscular little book is equally impressive–it’s packed with tips and tricks for getting the very most out of your latest-generation Android device. Start Facebooking and tweeting with your Android mobile, scan barcodes to get pricing and product reviews, download your favorite TV shows–the book is positively bursting with practical and fun how-tos.

by Salil Kapur , Nisarg Thakkar , Language: English

Master the art of implementing computer vision algorithms on Android platforms to build robust and efficient applications
About This Book
Understand and utilise the features of OpenCV, Android SDK, and OpenGL
Detect and track specific objects in a video using Optical Flow and Lucas Kanade Tracker
An advanced guide full of real-world examples, helping you to build smart OpenCV Android applications
Who This Book Is For
If you are a Java and Android developer looking to enhance your skills by learning the latest features of OpenCV Android application programming, then this book is for you.

by Jorge Jordán , Vanesa Domingo , Language: English

Design, develop, and create your own successful iOS games using the Cocos2d game engine
About This Book
Enhance your game development skills by building different types of iOS games in Cocos2d
Create games of many different genres using the powerful features of the Cocos2d framework
A step-by-step guide with techniques to discover the potential of Cocos2d Game Engine with interesting projects
Who This Book Is For
Whether you are a passionate gamer, like developing, or are just curious about game development, this book is for you.

by Chuck Gaffney , Language: English

Design, build, and publish an iOS game from scratch using the stunning features of iOS 9
About This Book
Create storyboards in Xcode from concept to code and design
Chalk out your game’s overall navigation and structure
Work with 2D and 3D game development tools
Who This Book Is For
This book is intended for game developers who wish to develop 2D and 3D games for iPhone and iPad. If you are a developer from another platform, or game engine such as Android or Unity, a current iOS developer wishing to learn more about Swift and the latest features of iOS 9, or even if you are new to game development, then this book is for you.

by Bill Hughes , Language: English

Get the most out of your Galaxy S7Make fun videos and take amazing photosPersonalize your phone and keep it secureSet up & have fun with your Samsung S7If you just scored yourself a Samsung Galaxy S7 and don’t quite know where to start, you’re in good hands! Packed with easy-to-follow guidance and tons of tips and trick, this fun and accessible guide helps you discover just how fast and easy it is to use your new smartphone.Inside…Text your friends and familySend and receive emailManage your contactsShare picturesPlay games like a proMake sense of mapsEnjoy music and videosManage your calendarSecure your phone

by Casimir Saternos , Language: English

As a Java programmer, how can you tackle the disruptive client-server approach to web development? With this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn how today’s client-side technologies and web APIs work with various Java tools. Author Casimir Saternos provides the big picture of client-server development, and then takes you through many practical client-server architectures. You’ll work with hands-on projects in several chapters to get a feel for the topics discussed.
User habits, technologies, and development methods have drastically altered web app design in recent years.