Master the art of container management with Kubernetes and study robust container orchestration to ensure that your container-based applications sail into production without hiccups Key Features Implement best practices in cloud-native applications using Kubernetes Explore the usage of client libraries and programmatic access to Kubernetes Use your domain expertise to code Book DescriptionBefore plunging into how Kubernetes works, this book introduces you to the world of container orchestration and describes the recent changes in application development. You'll understand problems that Kubernetes solves and get to grips with using Kubernetes resources to deploy applications. In addition to this, you'll learn to apply the security model of Kubernetes clusters. Kubernetes Design Patterns and Extensions describes how services running in Kubernetes can leverage the platform's security features. Once you've grasped all this, you'll explore how to troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters and debug Kubernetes applications. You also discover how to analyze the networking model and its alternatives in Kubernetes, and apply best practices with design patterns. By the end of this book, you'll have studied all about using the power of Kubernetes for managing your containers. What you will learn Understand and classify software designs as per the cloud-native paradigm Apply best practices in Kubernetes with design patterns Set up Kubernetes clusters in managed and unmanaged environments Explore Kubernetes extension points Extend Kubernetes with custom resources and controllers Integrate dynamic admission controllers Develop and run custom schedulers in Kubernetes Analyze networking models in Kubernetes Who this book is forKubernetes Design Patterns and Extensions is for you if you are interested in configuring and troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters and developing microservices-based applications on Kubernetes clusters. DevOps engineers with basic knowledge of Docker will also find this book useful. It is assumed that you are comfortable using command-line tools and programming concepts and languages.

Leverage the power of Tableau 2019.1's new features to create impactful data visualization Key Features Get up and running with the newly released features of Tableau 2019.1 Create enterprise-grade dashboard and reports to communicate your insights effectively Begin your Tableau journey by understanding its core functionalities Book DescriptionTableau is one of the leading data visualization tools and is regularly updated with new functionalities and features. The latest release, Tableau 2019.1, promises new and advanced features related to visual analytics, reporting, dashboarding, and a host of other data visualization aspects. Getting Started with Tableau 2019.1 will get you up to speed with these additional functionalities. The book starts by highlighting the new functionalities of Tableau 2019.1, providing concrete examples of how to use them. However, if you're new to Tableau, don't worry - you'll be guided through the major aspects of Tableau with relevant examples. You'll learn how to connect to data, build a data source, visualize your data, build a dashboard, and even share data online. In the concluding chapters, you'll delve into advanced techniques such as creating a cross-database join and data blending. By the end of this book, you will be able to use Tableau effectively to create quick, cost-effective, and business-efficient Business Intelligence (BI) solutions. What you will learn Discover new functionalities such as 'Ask Data', the new way to interact with your data using natural language Connect tables and make transformations such as pivoting the field and splitting columns Build an efficient data source for analysis Design insightful data visualization using different mark types and properties Develop powerful dashboards and stories Share your work and interact with Tableau Server Use Tableau to explore your data and find new insights Explore Tableau's advanced features and gear up for upcoming challenges Who this book is forExisting Tableau users and BI professionals who want to get up to speed with what's new in Tableau 2019 will find this beginner-level book to be a very useful resource. Some experience of Tableau is assumed, however, the book also features introductory concepts, which even beginners can take advantage of.

Build reporting applications and dashboards using the different MicroStrategy objects Key Features Learn the fundamentals of MicroStrategy Use MicroStrategy to get actionable insights from your business data Create visualizations and build intuitive dashboards and reports Book DescriptionMicroStrategy is an enterprise business intelligence application. It turns data into reports for making and executing key organization decisions. This book shows you how to implement Business Intelligence (BI) with MicroStrategy. It takes you from setting up and configuring MicroStrategy to security and administration. The book starts by detailing the different components of the MicroStrategy platform, and the key concepts of Metadata and Project Source. You will then install and configure MicroStrategy and lay down the foundations for building MicroStrategy BI solutions. By learning about objects and different object types, you will develop a strong understanding of the MicroStrategy Schema and Public Objects. With these MicroStrategy objects, you will enhance and scale your BI and Analytics solutions. Finally, you will learn about the administration, security, and monitoring of your BI solution. What you will learn Set up the MicroStrategy Intelligence Server and client tools Create a MicroStrategy metadata repository and your first Project Explore the main MicroStrategy object types and their dependencies Create, manipulate, and share Reports Create and share Dashboards Manage Users and Groups Who this book is forThis book is for Business Intelligence professionals or data analysts who want to get started with Microstrategy. Some basic understanding of BI and data analysis will be required to get the most from this book.

Fast track your development skills to build resourceful, open-source business applications with Odoo 11 Key Features Discover the latest technical capabilities in Odoo 11 while you build your own app Program business logic and manipulate data to implement specific business rules in your applications Implement automated tests to add modules and techniques and debug module business logic Book DescriptionOdoo continues to gain worldwide momentum as the best platform for open source ERP installations. Now, with Odoo 11, you have access to an improved GUI, performance optimization, integrated in-app purchase features, and a fast-growing community to help transform and modernize your business. With this practical guide, you will cover all the new features that Odoo 11 has to offer to build and customize business applications, focusing on the publicly available community edition. We begin with setting up a development environment, and as you make your way through the chapters, you will learn to build feature-rich business applications. With the aim of jump-starting your Odoo proficiency level, from no specific knowledge to application development readiness, you will develop your first Odoo application. We then move on to topics such as models and views, and understand how to use server APIs to add business logic, helping to lay a solid foundation for advanced topics. The book concludes with Odoo interactions and how to use the Odoo API from other programs, all of which will enable you to efficiently integrate applications with other external systems. What you will learn Install Odoo from source Manage Odoo server instances Create a new Odoo application from scratch covering the most frequently used elements Develop new models and use inheritance to extend/modify existing models Use ORM methods, both in the Odoo server and from external clients Create Kanban views using QWeb effectively Develop custom web and website CMS pages Use external API to integrate Odoo with external applications Who this book is forOdoo 11 Development Essentials caters to developers who are familiar with Python and MVC design and now want to build effective business applications using Odoo.

Leverage Jira's powerful task management and workflow features to better manage your business processes Key Features The book covers all major applications of Jira, which are Jira Software, Jira Core, Jira Service Desk. Configure project workflows and the fields that will be used in the project with the help of Jira's features Create tickets for issues and manage your projects using the Jira software Book DescriptionJira is an issue tracker and project management system. With their latest release, the Jira team has now expanded their user base to agile teams as well as business teams. This book provides a comprehensive explanation covering all major components of Jira, including Jira Software, Jira Core, and Jira Service Desk. This book starts with an introduction to Jira's unique features and how it can be used as an issue-tracking tool. It will then teach you about how a new project is created by a Jira administrator, what responsibilities there are, and using correct and relevant schemes in your project. You will then learn how to configure project workflows and fields for project screens. You will understand the various permissions used in projects and the importance of project roles in Jira. Then, the book talks about the concepts of versions acting as milestones and using components when handling issues in your projects. It will then focus on analysing data using built-in reports and creating dashboards in Jira. At the end, it will discuss various best practices for users as well as project managers or project administrators. What you will learn Implement Jira as a project administrator or project manager Get familiar with various functionalities of Jira Configure projects and boards in your organisation's Jira instance Understand how and when to use components and versions in your projects Manage project configurations and Jira schemes Learn the best practices to manage your Jira instance Who this book is forThis book will be especially useful for project managers but it's also intended for other Jira users, including developers, and any other industry besides software development, who would like to use Jira for project management.

Take your SAP ABAP skills to the next level by mastering ABAP programming techniques with the help of real-world examples Key Features Become adept at building interfaces and explore ABAP tools and techniques Discover the modern functionalities available in the latest version of ABAP Learn the process of creating stunning HTML5 applications using SAPUI5 Book DescriptionAdvanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) is an established and complex programming language in the IT industry. This book is designed to help you use the latest ABAP techniques and apply legacy constructions using practical examples. You'll start with a quick refresher on language and database concepts, followed by agile techniques for adding custom code to a modern ABAP system. After this, you will get up to speed with the complete ABAP toolset for importing data to and from different environments. Next, you'll learn how to print forms and work with the different ABAP tools for Extensible Markup Language (XML) manipulation. While covering further chapters, you'll gain insights into building stunning UI5 interfaces, in addition to learning how to develop simple apps using the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). You will also pick up the technique of handling exceptions and performing testing in ABAP. In the concluding chapters, you can look forward to grasping various techniques for optimizing the performance of programs using a variety of performance analysis tools. By the end of this book, you will have the expertise you need to confidently build maintainable programs in Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP). What you will learn Create stable and error-free ABAP programs Leverage new ABAP concepts including object-oriented programming(OOP) and Model-View-Controller (MVC) Learn to add custom code to your existing SAP program Speed up your ABAP programs by spotting bottlenecks Understand techniques such as performance tuning and optimization Develop modern and beautiful user interfaces (UIs) in an ABAP environment Build multiple classes with any nesting level Who this book is forThis book is for developers who want to learn and use ABAP skills to become an industry expert. Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts is expected.

Explore distributed ledger technology, decentralization, and smart contracts and develop real-time decentralized applications with Ethereum and Solidity Key Features Get to grips with the underlying technical principles and implementations of blockchain Build powerful applications using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contracts Gain advanced insights into cryptography and cryptocurrencies Book DescriptionBlockchain technology is a distributed ledger with applications in industries such as finance, government, and media. This Learning Path is your guide to building blockchain networks using Ethereum, JavaScript, and Solidity. You will get started by understanding the technical foundations of blockchain technology, including distributed systems, cryptography and how this digital ledger keeps data secure. Further into the chapters, you'll gain insights into developing applications using Ethereum and Hyperledger. As you build on your knowledge of Ether security, mining , smart contracts, and Solidity, you'll learn how to create robust and secure applications that run exactly as programmed without being affected by fraud, censorship, or third-party interference. Toward the concluding chapters, you'll explore how blockchain solutions can be implemented in applications such as IoT apps, in addition to its use in currencies. The Learning Path will also highlight how you can increase blockchain scalability and even discusses the future scope of this fascinating and powerful technology. By the end of this Learning Path, you'll be equipped with the skills you need to tackle pain points encountered in the blockchain life cycle and confidently design and deploy decentralized applications. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Mastering Blockchain - Second Edition by Imran Bashir Building Blockchain Projects by Narayan Prusty What you will learn Understand why decentralized applications are important Discover the mechanisms behind bitcoin and alternative cryptocurrencies Master how cryptography is used to secure data with the help of examples Maintain, monitor, and manage your blockchain solutions Create Ethereum wallets Explore research topics and the future scope of blockchain technology Who this book is forThis Learning Path is designed for blockchain developers who want to build decentralized applications and smart contracts from scratch using Hyperledger. Basic familiarity with any programming language will be useful to get started with this Learning Path.

Get to know the building blocks of Kotlin and best practices when using quality world-class applications About This Book * Learn to build exciting and scalable Android and web applications (both the server-side and client-side parts) with your Kotlin skills * Dive into the great ecosystem of Kotlin frameworks and libraries through projects that you'll build using this book * This project-based guide contains clear instructions to help you extend your applications across a wide domain Who This Book Is For This practical guide is for programmers who are already familiar with Kotlin. If you are familiar with Kotlin and want to put your knowledge to work, then this is the book for you. Kotlin programming knowledge is a must. What You Will Learn * See how Kotlin's power and versatility make it a great choice to create applications across various platforms, and how it delivers business and technology benefits * Write a robust web applications using Kotlin with Spring Boot * Write Android applications with ease using Kotlin * Write rich desktop applications in Kotlin * Learn how Kotlin can generate Javascript and how this can be used on client side and server side development * Understand how native applications can be written with Kotlin/Native * Learn the practical aspects of programming in each of the applications In Detail Kotlin is a powerful language that has applications in a wide variety of fields. It is a concise, safe, interoperable, and tool-friendly language. The Android team has also announced first-class support for Kotlin, which is an added boost to the language. Kotlin's growth is fueled through carefully designed business and technology benefits. The collection of projects demonstrates the versatility of the language and enables you to build standalone applications on your own. You'll build comprehensive applications using the various features of Kotlin. Scale, performance, and high availability lie at the heart of the projects, and the lessons learned throughout this book. You'll learn how to build a social media aggregator app that will help you efficiently track various feeds, develop a geospatial webservice with Kotlin and Spring Boot, build responsive web applications with Kotlin, build a REST API for a news feed reader, and build a server-side chat application with Kotlin. It also covers the various libraries and frameworks used in the projects. Through the course of building applications, you'll not only get to grips with the various features of Kotlin, but you'll also discover how to design and prototype professional-grade applications. Style and approach Each chapter is independent and focuses on a unique technology, where Kotlin is used to build an example application. Together the chapters cover a full spectrum.

Secure your Java applications by integrating the Spring Security framework in your code Key Features Provide authentication, authorization and other security features for Java applications. Learn how to secure microservices, cloud, and serverless applications easily Understand the code behind the implementation of various security features Book DescriptionSecurity is one of the most vital concerns for any organization. The complexity of an application is compounded when you need to integrate security with existing code, new technology, and other frameworks. This book will show you how to effectively write Java code that is robust and easy to maintain. Hands-On Spring Security 5 for Reactive Applications starts with the essential concepts of reactive programming, Spring Framework, and Spring Security. You will then learn about a variety of authentication mechanisms and how to integrate them easily with the Spring MVC application. You will also understand how to achieve authorization in a Spring WebFlux application using Spring Security.You will be able to explore the security confgurations required to achieve OAuth2 for securing REST APIs and integrate security in microservices and serverless applications. This book will guide you in integrating add-ons that will add value to any Spring Security module. By the end of the book, you will be proficient at integrating Spring Security in your Java applications What you will learn Understand how Spring Framework and Reactive application programming are connected Implement easy security confgurations with Spring Security expressions Discover the relationship between OAuth2 and OpenID Connect Secure microservices and serverless applications with Spring Integrate add-ons, such as HDIV, Crypto Module, and CORS support Apply Spring Security 5 features to enhance your Java reactive applications Who this book is forIf you are a Java developer who wants to improve application security, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Spring, Spring Security framework, and reactive applications is required to make the most of the book.

Implement Business Central and explore methods to upgrade to NAV 2018 Key Features Learn the key roles of Dynamics NAV partner and the roles within your customer's organization Create configuration packages and perform data migration Explore Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to use Dynamics NAV 2018 functionalities in the Cloud Book DescriptionMicrosoft Dynamics Business Central is a full business solution suite and a complete ERP solution, which contains a robust set of development tools; these tools can help you to gain control over your business and can simplify supply chains, manufacturing, and operations. Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central On-Premise covers the latest features of Dynamics Business Central and NAV from the end users' and developers' perspectives. It also provides an insight into different tools available for implementation, whether it's a new installation or migrating from the previous version of Dynamics NAV. This book will take you from an introduction to Dynamics NAV 2018 through to exploring all the techniques related to implementation and migration. You will also learn to expand functionalities within your existing Microsoft Dynamics NAV installation, perform data analysis, and implement free third-party add-ons to your existing installation. As you progress through the book, you will learn to work with third-party add-on tools. In the concluding chapters, you will explore Dynamics 365 Business Central, the new Cloud solution based on the Microsoft NAV platform, and techniques for using Docker and Sandbox to develop applications. By the end of the book, you will have gained a deep understanding of the key components for successful Dynamics NAV implementation for an organization. What you will learn Explore new features introduced in Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018 Migrate to Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018 from previous versions Learn abstract techniques for data analysis, reporting, and debugging Install, configure, and use additional tools for business intelligence, document management, and reporting Discover Dynamics 365 Business Central and several other Microsoft services Utilize different tools to develop applications for Business Central Who this book is forImplementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central On-Premise is for Dynamics NAV partners and end users who want to know everything about Dynamics NAV implementation. This book is for you if you want to be a project manager or get involved with Dynamics NAV, but do not have the expertise to write code yourself. This book can also help you to understand the need to move to Business Central and its advantages.