Developing apps for Apple's broadening platform of devices is an exciting topic these days. Apple created the Swift programming language to build state-of-the-art apps using the latest Apple technologies. In this 200-page book, author Scott Gardner articulates the similarities and differences between traditional Objective-C based programming and Swift, revealing what you need to know from syntax changes to emerging best practices and paradigm shifts, to write powerful, expressive, and flexible code in Swift. Written at a brisk pace and in a methodical style, you'll learn how to apply your Objective-C skills to successfully transition to programming in Swift. In this book, you'll learn: * What is Swift and how does it compare to Objective-C * How to become proficient in Swift by leveraging your existing Objective-C skills * How to take advantage of new capabilities in Swift * What are the emerging best practices in Swift programming Transitioning to Swift reaches out to all developers who are interested in creating state-of-the-art apps for Apple's broadening platform of devices for both consumers and enterprise. Apple's introduction of the new Swift programming language raises many questions. This book addresses those questions directly, and prepares developers for building the next generation of apps in Swift to surprise and delight users the world over.

Spurred by the enormous popularity of Ruby on Rails, web frameworks have revolutionized the way developers of all programming languages tackle the often complex task of web application development. Some of the most exciting activity in this area can be seen in the Python community, one of the wildly popular frameworks to enter the fray being Pylons http: //www.PylonsHQ.com).Co-founder and lead developer James Gardner brings you a comprehensive introduction to Pylons, the web framework that uses the best of Ruby, Python, and Perl and the emerging WSGI standard to provide structure and flexibility. With expert guidance from the author, you'll learn how to create your own Pylonsdriven web site using SQLAlchemy and FormEncode and attain the mastery of advanced Pylons features, such as internationalization and localization, packaging and deployment. What you'll learn Install and configure Pylons, and create your first Pylonsdriven web applicationTake advantage of Pylons' builtin support for advanced features such as session management, web services, and AjaxDevelop your web applications in the most efficient way possible through testdriven development, logging, testingWield the true power of Pylons through its extension capabilities, unique support for WSGI, and the ability to integrate with other popular frameworks such as Django Who this book is for

Python developers seeking to take advantage of a web framework.

The language barrier is a familiar term, but what exactly is the humor barrier? Humor is a universal phenomenon, but the ways in which humor is used vary greatly from culture to culture. These differences can prove to be a major obstacle for English language learners hoping to communicate effectively in cross-cultural contexts. While a growing number of researchers have explored the importance of helping language learners better understand the humor of the target culture, in Bridging the Humor Barrier: Humor Competency Training in English Language Teaching, editors John Rucynski Jr. and Caleb Prichard bring together language teachers and researchers from a range of cultural and teaching contexts to tackle how to actually overcome the humor barrier. This book empirically examines humor competency training and presents related research that has implications for humor training. Contributors address a wide range of genres of humor, providing fresh insights into helping language learners deepen their understanding and appreciation of the humor of the English-speaking world, including jokes, sarcasm, and satire. This book is an excellent resource for English language teachers looking to help their learners avoid the pitfalls and reap the benefits of humor in the target language.

Indigenous Relapse Prevention: Sustaining Recovery in Native American Communities combines the resilient strengths of Indigenous cultural beliefs and practices with empirically supported methods to help readers better understand and address relapse processes. The text recognizes that mainstream relapse prevention programs must be adapted to better serve American Indian and Alaska Native clients. It leverages the Indigenist Relapse Prevention Model to offer a strengths-based, culturally grounded treatment model that assists individuals in overcoming threats to recovery. The model addresses Indigenous-specific issues related to substance use and recovery that are frequently not addressed in other programs, such as triggers related to racism, lateral violence, and intergenerational trauma. The program reflects an Indigenous worldview, emphasizes the role of spirituality in wellness, and is intended to restore balance and harmony in the lives of clients through an appreciation of the sacredness of Creation and self. Indigenous Relapse Prevention is part of the Cognella Series on Advances in Culture, Race, and Ethnicity. The series, co-sponsored by Division 45 of the American Psychological Association, addresses critical and emerging issues within culture, race, and ethnic studies, as well as specific topics among key ethnocultural groups.

What's Missing In Your Job Search was written for those of us who need to begin or restart our search for employment. Whether you are a new grad, a returning military veteran, an experienced person currently out of work, an under-utilized employee working in another company, or a retiree looking to return to work, you can gain some valuable insight into how employers seek and evaluate their job candidates. While this book will walk you through the steps of creating a life strategy-if you haven't thought or planned one-I'll also address planning and strategizing your approach to the job search process through a structured, time sensitive approach that includes development of your online presence on prominent social and employment related websites while creating a mindset built on expanding your job referral network. This proven approach to job searching is where the best employment opportunities are likely to come from. There is much more required to finding meaningful and satisfying work in today's business climate. I'll then work with you to develop a working resume and cover letter that speaks to your skills and abilities while drawing interest from the reader. I'll talk reading, understanding, and responding to companies seeking candidates for their open positions and then getting you prepared for the interviews that get you the responses, and ultimately the job you seek. I'll then get you to look at your brand-how people may see you differently than you see yourself-the way you talk and converse with others, and how your approach to others may be impacting your job search results. What's Missing In Your Job Search is a book created for the serious job searcher who is looking to improve their chances for finding a job and wants every submitted resume or social and professional interaction to result in a meaningful job opportunity. My goal here is to have you working from Day One of reading this book right up until the day you start the job you set out to find when you picked up this book.

The language barrier is a familiar term, but what exactly is the humor barrier? Humor is a universal phenomenon, but the cultural variance in how humor is used can prove to be a major obstacle for English language learners hoping to communicate effectively in cross-cultural contexts. While a growing number of researchers have explored the importance of helping language learners better understand the humor of the target culture, in Bridging the Humor Barrier: Humor Competency Training in English Language Teaching, editors John Rucynski Jr. and Caleb Prichard bring together language teachers and researchers from a range of cultural and teaching contexts to tackle how to actually overcome the humor barrier. This book empirically examines humor competency training and presents related research bearing implications for humor training. Contributors address a wide range of genres of humor, providing fresh insights into helping language learners deepen their understanding and appreciation of the humor of the English-speaking world, including jokes, sarcasm, and satire. This book is an excellent resource for English language teachers looking to help their learners avoid the pitfalls and reap the benefits of humor in the target language.