2 comments about C# Essentials (Prentice Hall Ptr Microsoft Technologies Series).

1. My boy friend at UCLA let me borrow this book, but I finally bought my own copy. This book covers all of the features of C# which is the new Microsoft language.

   If you know any C++, you are going to have no trouble with C# espically with this book. They have included a lot of short example programs that help you understand C# programming features.

   They really helped me understand arrays in C# because they are totally different than for C++. Also, get ready for this, pointers are not used in C#, so you have got to do things another way. If you are like me, I didn't get along to well with pointers anyway.

   Get the book, dude.




2. This is exactly what I was looking for, a book that examines the nuts and bolts of the C# while taking advatage of my C foundation. The book also makes language comparisons to Visual Basic, C/C++, Java, JScript, and Visual Foxpro. I thoroughly enjoyed the historical chapter 1, describing the evolution of programming. General programming concepts like proper use of control flow selection, proper initialization, and passing by reference versus passing by value are covered sufficiently and efficiently. C# language features are made clear with example code. The debugging environment in .NET was also covered, explaining the whole set of menu options for debugging.
   You are not going to get any programs of that put together all the concepts, but your going to build the foundation to taking that step on your own. The authors are remarkably clear and to the point, usually giving an example where necessary. I'll be interested to try their C# for Windows Programming book next. A final comment: this is not a reference book, it more of an "adapting to C#" type of book, which serves its purpose to the tee.

5 comments about C++ Nuts & Bolts: For Experienced Programmers (Nuts & Bolts Series).

1. The book is concise and gets right to the point. It covers topics in less pages than many other thicker books do



2. Whao! This book is off-the-hook!

   For once I was able to read and program all-night-long, thanks to this marvelously succinct C++ book.




3. This book was exactly what I needed to make the jump from C to C++. Given my history with QuickBasic, I feel confident in recommending it to experienced students of any computer language. This great book doesn't play any games; it gives you the knowledge you need and can actually apply, without unnecessary chapters full of impractical theory. This should be the definitive reference for making the transition to C++ programming.



4. Going from VB to C++ was a difficult step for me. This book has made it much easier. Definitely worth reading if you are unfamiliar with this much in demand skill.



5. This is a concise to the point presentation of C++. If your experience in other languages or just look to brush up on you skills, this is the book is for you. The author has hit another one out of the park. It is a must have for any programming library!

No comments about Exploring C++.

3 comments about The C Programmer's Handbook.

1. This extremely old-school C manual comes from 1985, when ATT still ruled the Unix roost. It appears to be some kind of internal training manual. It is well-written and gets right to the point. If you thought K&R was a distillation of the language, well this is a distillation of K&R. AND IT IS SPIRAL BOUND! Stays open. All in all it will make you very happy, and you will miss the old days when life was simple. I use it alot.



2. This book has given me the most use that I could get out of a book on C. Concise and to the point. I especially like the ASCII chart in the back. A real handbook not some 50 pound behemouth to carry around. Buy it you will not regret it!



3. I used it very much when coded in C, and sometimes use it now.

   Just do remember it's a sort of template for C program. it's not a refernce, and not a textbook. It's unique. Even those "distilled" books I read, can't compare with Bolsky's distillation :)

   I dream to have its copycats for C++, Java and OOP. Maybe I'll write it :)

5 comments about LabWindows/CVI Programming for Beginners (With CD-ROM).

1. This is truly an excellent book; a real must for any LabWindows/CVI beginner.

   Each section uses well thought out examples to demonstrate the features and libraries available to the programmer. The topic areas covered in this book ensure that the user can quickly generate code that will produce professional looking solutions for any application. The GPIB and RS232 tutorials are superb, providing essential background information in both these crucial areas.

   A real must for any CVI developer!




2. This is a really good book for someone who is starting out using Labwindows CVI. I had a little knowledge of C but the book really did a good job of filling in the blanks and refreshing my memory. After only reading the first few chapters I was programing great user interfaces over the GPIB. I have already recommended this book to a number of fellow students.



3. I found the book a must have when you begin with CVI. It should be on your shelf right above your PC while you are on your 5th can of coke digging in code at 3 am. I was very pleased that the author responded back to my tech e_mail. He is a class guy. Thank you, Mr. Khalid



4. Excellent book - does not waste words and full of useful code examples.



5. I really liked this book of the way it is written for easy understanding and examples. Also the author is very helpful in adding more insights into the various topics and even to the extent of communicating with one on one. I really recommend this book to any programmer.

No comments about Scatter Search: Methodology and Implementations in C (Operations Research/Computer Science Interfaces Series).

No comments about Starting Out with C++: Brief Version Update (4th Edition) (Gaddis Series).

2 comments about Programming for Graphics Files in C and C++.

1. This book explains clearly how to read and write many forms of graphics file and has extensive source code examples. Absolutely wonderful.



2. This book, although old, looked to be one I could put to use. It promises details on the manipulation of MacPaint, PCX, IMG, IFF/ILBM, BMP, Targa, GIF, TIFF and JPEG files. The book consists largely of source code, which is OK, since the book's text should probably just consist of comments on the code's content. Unfortunately, the code itself is not commented well at all and the only way to figure out what is going on is to read and decipher the source code given. There is no instruction on how to put all of the various subroutines together into something cohesive that can encode and decode graphics files. Worst of all, most of the code for working with TIFF and JPEG files is contained in a library resident on a companion disk that didn't come with the book even in 1994. The original cost of the disk was twenty dollars back then, and who knows if you can even get it now, and if so, how.
   
   This could have been a useful book, and given its subject matter, it would still be useful today if it had been done correctly originally. Unfortunately, the author's methodology is not explained, the program structure is nowhere to be found, and lots of the code is on a disk that you may not even be able to obtain at this point. A better alternative to this book is Compressed Image File Formats: JPEG, PNG, GIF, XBM, BMP (ACM Press). I still find it useful although it is almost ten years old.

5 comments about Starting Out with C++ (4th Edition).

1. Since class has started I have only been able to attend half of my classes. While I love to program I was worried about missing the lectures. This book is very well documented in a step by step fashion that I have been able to stay at home and study, do my homework and maintain an excellent standing in the class. Compared to introductory books I have read in the past "Starting Out with C++ (3rd edition)" this actually allowed for me to grasp the basic concepts of the language. It will always have a place in my library.

   Aaron




2. I found this textbook to be very poor, especially for a beginning programming course. It presents concepts in a confusing fashion and presents simple TOO MUCH information sometimes for students to digest. It isn't an accessible text for students starting to learn C++ -- it blurs concepts which are useful and essential with concepts which really aren't necessary. Many of the examples are poor, and the presentations of functions and classes are particularly poor. If you are looking for an accessible and clearly-written Computer Science I textbook, try Rick Mercer's Computing Fundamentals with C++. I highly recommend that book; I do not recommend this one.



3. This book discusses wide range of topics, covering most aspects of C++ programming. At the same time the auther is meticulus and has dealt with the topics in depth covering finer points.

   Many solved examples and additional excercises are given. The whole book is linked with a project, so the students will get to know how and where to apply (in real world situation) the topic which they have studied.

   Excellent for both teachers and students.

   Highly recommended.

   -Prof. M.G.BHATIA




4. I've been developing software for about 15 years now and I needed a refresher in C++. The bad is that this book didn't help me until about Chapter 11 (remember that all you C jockies out there). The good is that I would definitely recommend this book to anyone starting out programming at any level (including a novice). Excellent book.



5. -Jim Burke, Student
   Dear Mr.Gaddis: I use your book at the University of Texas at Dallas. Your book is GREAT!! . Good presentation, takes care that we know the details. Thanks!
   
   -Christopher Savage, Student Augusta State University Could you please tell me when "Starting Out with Java" by Tony Gaddis will be available for purchase? I am a Sophomore at Augusta State University, and my school's first programming class uses "Starting out with C++." I am transferring to UGA and their first class teaches JAVA. So I have to teach it to myself. I love your C++ book -- it makes everything so easy to understand, and I know that I can't go wrong with the JAVA text. Any information you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot.
   
   
   Student, UT Dallas -- What can I say that hasn't already been said. This is the required text in CS1315 at UT Dallas. I have thoroughly read the book and worked through most of the examples. I felt the handling of buffered input and pointers was slightly confusing, but it was by far better than anything else I've read. The examples are interesting & un-intimidating, and the jargon is carefully explained. What more can you ask for? If you really want this stuff to gel, get into the CS program at UT Dallas.
   
   Roy Winters, Student I have read quite a few text books. Tony's books are the best by far. Does he ever do speaking engagements? If so, could you send me a schedule. FYI, I have saved quite a few dollars ordering directly from your web site.
   
   Jonathan King, student Dear Professor Gaddis: I'm a Tufts University student. I have to say that your book is a great resource. I (and many others) like the short examples that quickly get to the point they're trying to make.
   
   Aaron Laster (student, Shawnee, Oklahoma United States) -
   Since class has started I have only been able to attend half of my classes. While I love to program I was worried about missing the lectures. This book is very well documented in a step by step fashion that I have been able to stay at home and study, do my homework and maintain an excellent standing in the class. Compared to introductory books I have read in the past "Starting Out with C++ (3rd edition)" this actually allowed for me to grasp the basic concepts of the language. It will always have a place in my library. Aaron
   
   Saud Faisal student, Collin County Community College...just wanted to tell you that your book has made a lot of difference in my life. Your book is absolutely Awesome. You have a lot of examples in the book which helps a lot. Thanks again
   
   
   One of the Best Textbooks I've read,: College Student US_Canuck (DUNEDIN, FLORIDA United States)
   Learnt quite a bit from this textbook needed for my C++ class in college. I was pleasantly surprised at how well written this book was, considering the topic it is covering. Great Book! I'm keeping mine seeing as it will come in handy with my future programming endevours. Too bad other textbooks aren't as well written.
   
   
   The Bible of C++,:: Ahmad Kaifi (Antioch, CA United States)
   I was introduced to this book when I was in junior college and just starting my programming courses. Now I'm a graduating senior and I still refer to this book. Other books are good, but the code examples in this book are excellent. I guess I learn better from code example, this book does not have a lot of text, yet is extremely full of excellent information. I just grabbed it off the shelf to finish off a program that I am working on, and I just had to write a review about it before I opened up the book...AGAIN.
   
   Excellent Book,: Prof. M.G. Bhatia (Mumbai - India) -
   This book discusses wide range of topics, covering most aspects of C++ programming. At the same time the auther is meticulus and has dealt with the topics in depth covering finer points. Many solved examples and additional excercises are given. The whole book is linked with a project, so the students will get to know how and where to apply (in real world situation) the topic which they have studied. Excellent for both teachers and students. Highly recommended. -Prof. M.G.BHATIA
   
   A great place to start,: bixodoido (Utah, USA) -
   This book is very, very exhaustive in its coverage. I didn't even go through a part of it. But aside from its bulk, it was a very good introduction to programming. Gaddis does an excellent job of showing how to program step-by-step, and makes it easy to teach yourself. The book also contains a quick reference section where you can look up frequently used commands without having to find them in the text. This book is highly recommended for beginning (and even continuing) programmers.
   
   Good Coverage of C++, This was the required book for my college classes in C++. Better than most books I have read or skimmed thru on C++ programming. There are a few bugs in the included programs however and the author forgot to address command line arguments, passing parameters thru main and returning a value from main. This could cause trouble if your not on a Windows platform running these executables.Overall, I kept my copy after the class as a useful reference book.BTW, this book does not cover Windows Programming with C++ at all.
   
   Excellent Textbook,: Karen Ryberg (Bismarck, ND USA) -
   I used this book for the first semester of college C++. It is an excellent textbook. Some C++ textbooks have large amounts of text with few examples, making them very hard to read and understand. This book is filled with examples in short sections about specific C++ elements. I have kept it as a reference as information is easy to find and the examples make it easy to understand and implement. I have two other books on C++, but if I was teaching a C++ class, I would use this book.
   
   Very well written but structure is questionable.,: "wolfstep" (Dover, NH USA) -
   The book itself is fantastic. Everything is layed out in an easy to read fashion. Truely a C++ beginners book. The orginization while not bad, left some searching up to the reader and some flags could have been in bold or highlighted in some fashion. But I would not consider this book a waste. It was well thought out and meant for the beginner. Thanks for writing a book thats was so educational Tony!
   
   
   Great book, This book is just amazing. True, it could have been organized a bit better, but that is its only downfall (if that even matters). The book goes in-depth on almost everything in C++. It'll teach you pretty much everything you need except the most advanced topics. Its a tough book since it covers so much, but its definitely worth the time and money if you're willing to invest in it.
   
   Prof. Deedee Herrera, Dodge City Community College, Dodge City, Kansas
   I have adopted and am currently teaching from the Gaddis second edition textbook. This is by far the best C++ book that I have taught with.
   
   
   Great C++ Book,: "freecell" -
   Best programming book I have used to date!
   
   
   Prof. Miriam Plonczak Touro College "Gaddis's book is a good, solid book and teachers should be successful using it Students in our Bachelors program find the book clear, easy to follow and therefore, they like it very much."
   
   
   Prof. Jeffrey A. Kent Los Angeles Valley College I listen to what students say about the books I select. Their response to Gaddis is unusually positive. They really like the book.
   
   :
   My name is David McLeod. I am an Assistant Professor at Belmont Technical College in St.Clairsville, Ohio. I want to tell you that I believe your C++ text is the most thorough one available. I have used 5 different ones since 1992 and every one assumes the students know things that they do not. You cover every detail. Thank you
   
   
   Prof. Carol Schwab, Webster University: I took a good look at your 2nd edition as I revised my class to use it and I think you did a super job. Moving recursion and splitting the chapter on arrays made a great book even better. Congratulations!
   
   Prof. Brenda Boyce- "I have found the Gaddis book to be a wonderful textbook for our students. It is highly readable, and I am pleased that most students are actually reading the text."
   
   
   What I have seen is IMPRESSIVE,
   As an instructor in the community-college system, I have students with wide-ranging abilities--from remedial to advanced. Though I haven't had time to study the whole book (yet), it has many good features, all of which I can't list. The most important to me is how the book proceeds. Though this book is exhaustive (i.e., covers each of its topics very thoroughly), it goes step-by-step to teach the basics of the programming process in an organized fashion. Such a progressive approach is MUCH better than a "here's EVERYTHING on one topic" approach (see any book by the Deitels); beginning students don't NEED to know the details. Any programming instructor who thinks about how he/she learned will recognize that he/she learned broad, general basics and only picked up the details through practice. Also, if you'll notice, Mr. Gaddis teaches at the community college level. Want a good C++ teacher? Go to somebody who teaches C++, NOT the Deitels. My apologies to Harvey and P.J., but their tripe has confused a whole generation of would-be programmers and I'm sick of seeing the so-untrue title "C++ How to Program." Mr. Gaddis' book is the BEST I've seen in years.
   
   - Prof Tom Gilman, College of the Desert My students say Gaddis is the best thing they've seen since sliced bread
   
   -Prof. Al Cawns, Webster University, MO The students have found your book to be easy to read and understand-a great accomplishment.
   
   -Prof. George Harrison, Norfolk State University, VA Gaddis is an extraordinary writer. Gaddis' text is working much better than I expected. The ancillary materials especially the test bank and Power Point presentations add greatly to our ability to do some solid, diverse, and effective teaching.
   
   
   -Prof. Ray Larson, Century College, MN I have adopted this book for courses at both Inver Hills Community College and Century College in Minnesota this semester. I have not been disappointed. It works for-me."
   
   
   -Dr. Cherie M. Stevens, Professor, Computer Science, South Florida Community College The GADDIS book is the BEST C++ book I have ever found. THANKS! I tried at least half a dozen other C++ books before I found GADDIS. NONE of them is as effective or thorough!
   
   Prof. Tuan A Vo Mt. San Antonio College I am using this book for the first time at Cal Poly Pomona (my part-time job). I really like the book and I am considering this book at Mt. San Antonio College as well (my home institution).

5 comments about Designing Object Oriented C++ Applications Using The Booch Method.

1. This is the best book I ever read in practical OO/C++ programming, it give the code instead of the text for the principle of the OO design and implementation.



2. this is the very good book i found till no



3. Best software book I've ever read. And I've read quite a lot of them



4. Even if you don't know C++ or use the Booch method, this is the best work I've read on how to engineer software systems. The principles presented in this book apply regardless of computer language or design notation. And, while the book is geared to O-O, those priciples, I think, apply to software design in general. When you finish this book you will think "Of course! Why would you do it any other way?!". Despite over 20 years experience is software design and programming (including 10 in O-O), this book was the "Aha!" moment that made me truely understand how to design and build software systems. I can't reccommend it highly enough. Now, if Martin would just do the same book using Java and UML...



5. Of course, anyone up on the world of software development can tell that this book is long-in-the-tooth just by the title. Even Grady Booch doesn't use the Booch method anymore.

   Robert Martin includes one of the best sections on software metrics you are going to find anywhere. His discussion of coupling is clear and usable. He was a little too zealous when he "defined" representational objects as "not-OO" because they didn't fit on his "main sequence." His main sequence analysis is useful, but he's a little too rigid about it.

   His definition of the famous "Open-Closed" principle is obscure, but he makes up for it with copious examples.

   I really must praise his Security System example as one of the best thought out examples in the literature. His use case analyses, though, are really not up with the times, and were not very well explained in the first place.

   Unfortunately, there aren't a lot of folks writing better books in the time since. For use cases, Check out Alistair Cockburn. For modeling, pretty much anything post 1999 from Rational Software will give you better method introductions. Read this book, though, for examples of how even big projects can be done well.