Programming Interactivity: A Designer’s Guide to Processing, Arduino, and Openframeworks

If you’re interested in using electronics and programming to create rich interactive experiences with your artwork, designs, or prototypes, Programming Interactivity is the place to start. You’ll explore common themes in interactive art and design, like 2D and 3D graphics, sound, physical interaction, computer vision, circuit bending, geo-location and more. This book explains programming and electrical engineering basics, and introduces three freely available tools created specifically for artists and designers:

* Processing, a Java-based programming language
and environment for building projects on the desktop
, Web, or mobile phones
* Arduino, a system that integrates a microcomputer prototyping board, IDE, and programming language for creating your own hardware and controls
* OpenFrameworks, a coding framework simplified for designers and artists, using the powerful C++ programming language

You’ll get working code samples you can use right away, along with the background and technical information you need to design, program, build, and troubleshoot your own projects. Programming Interactivity also examines cutting-edge design techniques, and includes discussions with leading artists and designers on projects and theory.

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Piano For Dummies 2009

The long-awaited update to the bestselling Piano For Dummies-featuring a new audio CDHave you always wanted to play piano? This revised edition of the popular Piano for Dummies makes it easier and more fun than ever. If you don’t know how to read music, this book explains in friendly, uncomplicated language all the basics of music theory and applies it to playing the piano. And if you’ve been playing piano for a while – or took piano lessons when you were a child but haven’t played since – you can pick up some valuable tips to improve your playing or use the book as a refresher course.

This new edition features fresh and updated practice lessons, teaching techniques, and musical examples, as well as a new audio CD with examples for all pieces presented in the book. You get expert information on left- and right-hand piano techniques; playing scales, melodies, harmonies, and chords; and practicing to improve your technique.

* Everything you need to start playing piano today
* Plenty of popular musical pieces and songs, with companion audio CD to play along with
* Instruction in playing various musical styles, from classical and rock to blues and country
* Blake Neely is an Emmy-nominated composer and accomplished pianist who has composed numerous TV and movie scores

If you’ve always wanted to tickle the ivories like a pro, Piano For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your ideal resource!

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Piano Exercises For Dummies 2008

The ideal hands-on reference for piano students who want to strengthen their skills and refine their technique–and the perfect companion and next step to the bestselling Piano For Dummies.

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Organizing Do It Yourself For Dummies 2009

Do you have too much stuff? Need to bring order back to your home? Now you can do it yourself!

From organizing a closet to reclaiming your home office to handling a complete garage makeover, you can easily eliminate household clutter. This practical guide is filled with hands-on projects featuring lists of materials; detailed instructions; and step-by-step, full-color photos. Now youcan confidently tackle your house room by room!

Stuff you need to know:

* Discover the tools and time you need to organize
* Declutter your kitchen
* Create blissful bedrooms and clean closets
* Play up your kids’ spaces
* Learn to love yourlaundry room
* And much more!

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Microsoft Office 2007 For Seniors For Dummies 2009

Seniors who are new to computers can learn Office applications quickly and easily

If you’re over 50 and new to computers, everything about them can seem intimidating. The most common applications you’ll want to use are part of the Microsoft Office suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Microsoft Office 2007
For Seniors For Dummies shows you how to use each one in a straightforward, fun manner that takes all the apprehension away.

This plain-English guide shows you just what you need to know to write letters with Word, keep a budget with an Excel spreadsheet, create fun slideshows with PowerPoint, and set up an e-mail account using Outlook. Microsoft Office 2007 For Seniors For Dummies doesn’t assume you were born knowing how to use a computer; it starts at the beginning and makes learning easy and quick.

* Each chapter lists the tasks covered, with page references to help you locate what you need
* Shows how to start each application and navigate the elements on the screen
* Covers how to create documents in Word and provides templates for letters and faxes
* Explains how to create spreadsheets and includes a grid for budgeting
* Guides you through creating a PowerPoint presentation
* Demonstrates how to set up an e-mail account with Outlook and communicate with others

Microsoft Office 2007 For Seniors For Dummies will have you using basic Office applications in no time, and boost your confidence too.

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Facebook Marketing For Dummies 2009

Discover how to leverage the power of the Facebook community to achieve your business marketing goals

Facebook boasts an extremely devoted user base, with more than 65 billion page visits per month. With Facebook, an organization can market and promote their brand, products, or services via the network’s built-in components of profile pages, polls, community building, advertising, word-of-mouth marketing, and business applications. This insightful resource focuses on the strategies, tactics, and techniques necessary to lead your organization into the world of Facebook marketing.

Packed with vital real-world case studies, the book serves as a must-have guide for the most reliable, responsible, and ethical business and marketing practices with Facebook.

* A helpful reference that discusses essential strategies, tactics, and techniques for excelling in the world of Facebook marketing
* Examines setting up a business profile page, hosting an event on Facebook, and tracking your return-on-investment
* Shares strategies for successful Facebook advertising campaigns
* Demonstrates how to create widgets and Facebook applications

Face it: this essential book contains everything you need to know for your foray into Facebook marketing.

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