Sharing Does Not Compute

Sharing Does Not Compute
Author: Michael Slack
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2018-10-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534405704

Power up with robots Standroid and Dandroid in this playful board book about sharing! Standroid’s battery is full and Dandroid’s charging is complete. The two robots are fueled-up and ready to play! Standroid grabs a toy car. Dandroid wants to play with it, too. But Dandroid does NOT want to share. Error! Sharing does not compute! Will the two robots figure out how to override the command and play together?

Android Programming

Android Programming
Author: Bill Phillips
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional
Total Pages: 859
Release: 2015-08-01
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0134171500

Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide is an introductory Android book for programmers with Java experience. Based on Big Nerd Ranch's popular Android Bootcamp course, this guide will lead you through the wilderness using hands-on example apps combined with clear explanations of key concepts and APIs. This book focuses on practical techniques for developing apps compatible with Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and up, including coverage of Lollipop and material design. Write and run code every step of the way, creating apps that integrate with other Android apps, download and display pictures from the web, play sounds, and more. Each chapter and app has been designed and tested to provide the knowledge and experience you need to get started in Android development. Big Nerd Ranch specializes in developing and designing innovative applications for clients around the world. Our experts teach others through our books, bootcamps, and onsite training. Whether it's Android, iOS, Ruby and Ruby on Rails, Cocoa, Mac OS X, JavaScript, HTML5 or UX/UI, we've got you covered. The Android team is constantly improving and updating Android Studio and other tools. As a result, some of the instructions we provide in the book are no longer correct. You can find an addendum addressing breaking changes at: https://github.com/bignerdranch/AndroidCourseResources/raw/master/2ndEdition/Errata/2eAddendum.pdf.

Beginning Unity Android Game Development

Beginning Unity Android Game Development
Author: Kishan Takoordyal
Publisher: Apress
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2020-06-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1484260023

Master the art of programming games for Android using the Unity3D game engine. This book will help you understand basic concepts of game development in Unity. By the end of Beginning Unity Android Game Development, you will have the knowledge to confidently build an Android game. The book starts by explaining simple programming concepts to make beginners comfortable with the jargon. You will then learn to navigate around the Unity interface and use basic tools (hand, move, rotate, scale, and rect). You will also be acquainted with the creation of basic 3D objects in the game while understanding the purpose of several of Unity’s windows. In the last chapters, you will learn to create a simple game for Android using the concepts studied in the previous chapters. Scripts will be written to handle the behaviors of the player and enemies as well as to handle other aspects of the game. The author shares tips along the way to help improve in-game performance, such as switching to the universal rendering pipeline when targeting mobile platforms. At the end of the book, you will have a solid knowledge in making basic Android games that can be upgraded later to make more complex games. What You Will Learn Explore basic Unity and C# programming concepts and scripting for Android gamesNavigate around the Unity interface and use its basic toolsMake the most of popular components and features of UnityWrite an Android game with optimizations Who This Book Is For Absolute beginners learning to program games for the Android platform using Unity3D. Basic knowledge of programming would be beneficial for the reader but is not required.

Pro Android Web Game Apps

Pro Android Web Game Apps
Author: Juriy Bura
Publisher: Apress
Total Pages: 656
Release: 2012-12-03
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1430238208

Dive into game development and create great multiplayer online games with Pro Android Web Game Apps. This hands-on guide covers both the theory and practice of browser game development for the Android platform. You'll use cutting-edge technologies to make game engines in your browser, establish real-time server communication, and create amazing gaming experiences with artificial intelligence and rich media. Bring your knowledge of HTML and JavaScript to the next level with Pro Android Web Game Apps. You are guided through exciting projects that give you firsthand experience with core game app development concepts. You'll start with a blank HTML page, and by the end of the book, have the skills needed to create a multiplayer online game with rich graphics, sound, animation, and more—even if you have no previous games development or server-side experience.

Learning Java by Building Android Games

Learning Java by Building Android Games
Author: John Horton
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2015-01-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1784393843

If you are completely new to either Java, Android, or game programming and are aiming to publish Android games, then this book is for you. This book also acts as a refresher for those who already have experience in Java on another platforms or other object-oriented languages.

Best Android Apps

Best Android Apps
Author: Mike Hendrickson
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2010-04-27
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1449393713

You can choose from thousands of apps to make your Android device do just about anything you can think of -- and probably a few things you'd never imagine. There are so many Android apps available, in fact, that it's been difficult to find the best of the bunch -- until now. Best Android Apps leads you beyond the titles in Android Market's "Top Paid" and "Top Free" bins to showcase apps that will truly delight, empower, and entertain you. The authors have tested and handpicked more than 200 apps and games, each listed with a description and details highlighting the app's valuable tips and special features. Flip through the book to browse their suggestions, or head directly to the category of your choice to find the best apps to use at work, on the town, at play, at home, or on the road. Discover great Android apps to help you: Juggle tasks Connect with friends Play games Organize documents Explore what's nearby Get in shape Travel the world Find new music Dine out Manage your money ...and much more!

Beginning Android 4 Games Development

Beginning Android 4 Games Development
Author: Mario Zechner
Publisher: Apress
Total Pages: 685
Release: 2012-01-25
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1430239883

Beginning Android 4 Games Development offers everything you need to join the ranks of successful Android game developers. You'll start with game design fundamentals and programming basics, and then progress toward creating your own basic game engine and playable game that works on Android 4.0 and earlier devices. This will give you everything you need to branch out and write your own Android games. The potential user base and the wide array of available high-performance devices makes Android an attractive target for aspiring game developers. Do you have an awesome idea for the next break-through mobile gaming title? Beginning Android 4 Games Development will help you kick-start your project. The book will guide you through the process of making several example games for the Android platform, and involves a wide range of topics: The fundamentals of Android game development targeting Android 1.5-4.0+ devices The Android platform basics to apply those fundamentals in the context of making a game The design of 2D and 3D games and their successful implementation on the Android platform

Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies

Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies
Author: Barry Burd
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 674
Release: 2011-11-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1118235959

A must-have pedagogical resource from an expert Java educator As a Linux-based operating system designed for mobile devices, the Android OS allows programs to run on all Android devices and appear free in the Android Market. Whether you're a beginner programmer eager to create mobile applications or you're Android-savvy and looking to submit your apps to the Android Market, this compilation of eight minibooks takes you through the ins and outs of programming for Android phones. Java expert Barry Burd walks you through Android programming basics, shares techniques for developing great Android applications, reviews Android hardware, and much more. Uses the straightforward-but-fun For Dummies style to walk you through the ins and outs of programming for Android mobile devices Features eight minibooks that take you from novice Android user to confidently developing Android applications Addresses Android programming basics, the operating system, hardware, and security Details what it takes to develop amazing Android apps Covers the Eclipse environment and SQLite Start developing applications for the Android OS today with the expert advice in Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies.

XDA Developers' Android Hacker's Toolkit

XDA Developers' Android Hacker's Toolkit
Author: Jason Tyler
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 199
Release: 2012-05-08
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1119961556

Make your Android device truly your own Are you eager to make your Android device your own but you're not sure where to start? Then this is the book for you. XDA is the world's most popular resource for Android hacking enthusiasts, and a huge community has grown around customizing Android devices with XDA. XDA's Android Hacker's Toolkit gives you the tools you need to customize your devices by hacking or rooting the android operating system. Providing a solid understanding of the internal workings of the Android operating system, this book walks you through the terminology and functions of the android operating system from the major nodes of the file system to basic OS operations. As you learn the fundamentals of Android hacking that can be used regardless of any new releases, you'll discover exciting ways to take complete control over your device. Teaches theory, preparation and practice, and understanding of the OS Explains the distinction between ROMing and theming Provides step-by-step instructions for Droid, Xoom, Galaxy Tab, LG Optimus, and more Identifies the right tools for various jobs Contains new models enabling you to root and customize your phone Offers incomparable information that has been tried and tested by the amazing XDA community of hackers, gadgeteers, and technicians XDA's Android Hacker's Toolkit is a simple, one-stop resource on hacking techniques for beginners.

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess
Author: Dr. Caroline Leaf
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2021-03-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493424017

Toxic thoughts, depression, anxiety--our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. There's hope and help available to us--and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you think. Backed by clinical research and illustrated with compelling case studies, Dr. Caroline Leaf provides a scientifically proven five-step plan to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health. In just 21 days, you can start to clean up your mental mess and be on the road to wholeness, peace, and happiness.