Programming with Quartz

Programming with Quartz
Author: David Gelphman
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 697
Release: 2010-07-26
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0080459633

Written by members of the development team at Apple, Programming with Quartz is the first book to describe the sophisticated graphics system of Mac OS X. By using the methods described in this book, developers will be able to fully exploit the state-of-the-art graphics capabilities of Mac OS X in their applications, whether for Cocoa or Carbon development. This book also serves as an introduction to 2D graphics concepts, including how images are drawn and how color is rendered. It includes guidance for working with PDF documents, drawing bitmap graphics, using Quartz built-in color management, and drawing text. Programming with Quartz is a rich resource for new and experienced Mac OS X developers, Cocoa and Carbon programmers, UNIX developers who are migrating to Mac OS X, and anyone interested in powerful 2D graphics systems. - This is the definitive guide to the revolutionary graphics system of Mac OS X that uses the Portable Document Format (PDF) as the basis of its imaging model - It contains the latest on programming with Quartz for Mac OS X version 10.4 - Carefully crafted and extensive code examples show how to accomplish most of the drawing tasks possible with Quartz

iPhone SDK Application Development

iPhone SDK Application Development
Author: Jonathan Zdziarski
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2009-01-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0596555407

This practical book offers the knowledge and code you need to create cutting-edge mobile applications and games for the iPhone and iPod Touch, using Apple's iPhone SDK. iPhone SDK Application Development introduces you to this development paradigm and the Objective-C language it uses with numerous examples, and also walks you through the many SDK frameworks necessary for designing full-featured applications. This book will help you: Design user interface elements with Interface Builder and the UI Kit framework Create application controls, such as windows and navigation bars Build and manage layers and transformations using Core Graphics and Quartz Core Mix and play sound files using AVFoundation, and record and play back digital sound streams using Audio Toolbox Handle network programming with the CFNetwork framework Use the Core Location framework to interact with the iPhone's GPS Add movie players to your application iPhone SDK Application Development will benefit experienced developers and those just starting out on the iPhone. Important development concepts are explained thoroughly, and enough advanced examples are provided to make this book a great reference once you become an expert.

The Book of Stones

The Book of Stones
Author: Robert Simmons
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2007
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781556436680

"A metaphysical encyclopedia of more than three hundred crystals, minerals, and gemstones, detailing their applications for self-healing and spiritual and emotional development, along with vivid color photographs of each stone"--Provided by publisher.

InfoWorld

InfoWorld
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1988-04-18
Genre:
ISBN:

InfoWorld is targeted to Senior IT professionals. Content is segmented into Channels and Topic Centers. InfoWorld also celebrates people, companies, and projects.

Mac OS X Programming

Mac OS X Programming
Author: Dan Parks Sydow
Publisher: New Riders
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2002
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780735711686

Mac OS X Programming Techniques provides the reader with definitions, details, and explanations of the various components that make up this new operating system. Understanding the operating system helps the reader use the programming tools and the Carbon application programming interface (API)--both of which are covered extensively in this book. Much of the original programming API (now referred to as the Classic API) is still usable. But it's been revamped and renamed--it's now the Carbon API. This modified set of functions includes plenty of new routines that make a Mac programmer's work easier and more powerful--provided that the programmer knows how to make use of the new code. The reader learns about the all new Carbon Event Manager, as well as the changes and enhancements that have been made to existing managers (such as the Window Manager and the Menu Manager). Readers new to Mac programming will appreciate the journey that takes them from the start of a new Macintosh project to the final building of a standalone Mac OS X application. Readers experienced in programming the Mac will find this same material of great interest--and these readers will benefit from the lengthy section on porting existing Mac OS 8 and 9 applications to Mac OS X. Finally, readers will appreciate the Carbon API reference section that provides information and example code for dozens of the most commonly used Carbon routines. All the code developed in the book will be available on www.newriders.com.

Crystals

Crystals
Author: Rachelle Charman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2013-01-10
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1925682013

In the ancient world, priestesses were wise women who delivered messages from the gods. They also served the people, offering healing, virtue, leadership, and insight. In our modern times, women's responsibilities can be overwhelming. When you're juggling a high-powered job, caring for your young family and even your elderly parents, when can you find time for yourself, let alone service to the wider world? This practical guide offers lessons both ancient and modern to help us to rise into our own inner power. It invites us to look to the timeless mythos of the cultures of the world for direction to build resilience, strength, and confidence as well as our capacity for profound joy, creativity, and focused action. Priestess Path will inspire you to be more ethically powerful, make a positive difference to your community and to the planet – and, in turn, inspire others.

Quartz 2D Graphics for Mac OS X Developers

Quartz 2D Graphics for Mac OS X Developers
Author: R. Scott Thompson
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional
Total Pages: 351
Release: 2006
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0321336631

Hands-on guide to understanding and utilizing Quartz and Core Image, the two major graphic technologies in the Apple Core Graphics Framework.

Divine Intervention III: A Guide To The Biblical Crystals - And Their Healing Applications

Divine Intervention III: A Guide To The Biblical Crystals - And Their Healing Applications
Author:
Publisher: XavierCharles731
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2011
Genre: Self-actualization (Psychology)
ISBN: 1465869263

"This book is an examination of the crystals and gemstones which are referenced and discussed within the books of The Holy Bible. In addition to the Bible verses in which these crystals and gemstones are mentioned by name, we examine the uses ancient cultures found for crystals then as opposed to how these same crystals are used today in the postmodern world. This book analyzes the many healing applications these crystals have for human beings mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally, creatively, professionally - even financially."--

Beginning Mac OS X Programming

Beginning Mac OS X Programming
Author: Michael Trent
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 721
Release: 2005-10-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0471751952

Beginning Mac OS X Programming Every Mac OS X system comes with all the essentials required for programming: free development tools, resources, and utilities. However, finding the place to begin may be challenging, especially if you have no prior development knowledge. This comprehensive guide offers you an ideal starting point to writing programs on Mac OS X, with coverage of the latest release - 1.4 "Tiger." With its hands-on approach, the book examines a particular element and then presents step-by-step instructions that walk you through how to use that element when programming. You'll quickly learn how to efficiently start writing programs on Mac OS X using languages such as C, Objective-C(r), and AppleScript(r), technologies such as Carbon(r) and Cocoa(r), and other Unix tools. In addition, you'll discover techniques for incorporating the languages in order to create seamless applications. All the while, you can follow along on your own system so that you'll be prepared to apply your new Mac OS X skills to real-world projects. What you will learn from this book The major role the new Xcode plays in streamlining Mac OS X development The process for designing a graphical user interface on Mac OS X that conforms to Apple's guidelines How to write programs in the C and Objective-C programming languages The various scripting languages available on the Mac OS X system and what tasks each one is best suited to perform How to write shell scripts that interact with pre-installed command-line tools Who this book is for This book is for novice programmers who want to get started writing programs that run on Mac OS X. Experienced programmers who are new to the Mac will also find this book to be a useful overview of the Mac development environment. Wrox Beginning guides are crafted to make learning programming languages and technologies easier than you think, providing a structured, tutorial format that will guide you through all the techniques involved.

Practical Crystals

Practical Crystals
Author: Kathy Banegas
Publisher: Leaping Hare Press
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2023-09-21
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0711284628

Working with the power of crystals is all about intention, and crystals can change your life. Anyone can benefit from inviting crystals into their lives, and this accessible and friendly book will help you channel the energies of each crystal, whether you have a hundred crystals, or just one! Discover the powerful, healing and nurturing properties of 150 different crystals, and learn which ones are best to help you in a range of scenarios. Learn which crystals work best for a specific purpose and WHY, and empower yourself to nurture your wellbeing every day with crystals. Organised by theme, learn which crystals you can use for: spiritual wellbeing – use crystals to manifest abundant love, gratitude, and creativity physical wellbeing – use crystals to encourage better sleep, aid relaxation, and promote good dreams unblocking your chakras – improve your feeling of balance and contentment by nurturing your 7 chakras connecting with nature – sync with the four seasons and four stages of the moon cycle adding magic to special occasions – celebrate birthdays, weddings, promotions, and more enhancing or starting your career – boost your career or help manifest your dream job using crystals From rose quartz for self-love and self-care, to amethyst for tranquility and relaxation, there’s a crystal to meet all your wellbeing needs.