Agile Programming Books

You're about to supercharge your web development skills. CSS Minification Mastery is your ultimate guide to streamlining stylesheets and boosting website performance. This comprehensive resource takes you beyond the basics, diving deep into advanced techniques that will revolutionize your approach to CSS optimization. Discover how to trim the fat from your stylesheets without sacrificing functionality or design integrity. You'll learn cutting-edge minification strategies, automated tools, and best practices that will significantly reduce your CSS file sizes and improve load times. From understanding the intricacies of CSS compression algorithms to implementing efficient coding practices, this book covers it all. You'll gain insights into real-world scenarios, tackle common challenges, and emerge with the skills to create lightning-fast, sleek websites that stand out in today's competitive digital landscape.

Many developers struggle with the complexities of setting up and maintaining efficient CI/CD pipelines, often resulting in delayed deployments and inconsistent software quality. Jenkins Mastery: Advanced Techniques for CI/CD Automation and Cloud Integration is your comprehensive guide to overcoming these challenges. This book dives deep into the intricacies of Jenkins, equipping you with the knowledge to create sophisticated pipelines, integrate seamlessly with cloud services, and optimize your development workflows. You'll learn how to harness the full power of Jenkins through hands-on examples and real-world scenarios. From mastering pipeline syntax to implementing multi-branch workflows, this book covers everything you need to know to become a Jenkins expert. Discover how to leverage Jenkins X, containerize your agents, and integrate with Kubernetes for scalable and efficient CI/CD processes. Whether you're looking to automate your testing processes, manage Jenkins as code, or troubleshoot complex pipeline issues, this book provides the insights and best practices you need. By the end, you'll have the skills to design, implement, and maintain advanced Jenkins setups that streamline your development process and elevate your software delivery capabilities.

Dive deep into the world of SharePoint development and elevate your skills to new heights. This comprehensive guide takes you on an intensive exploration of SharePoint's most powerful features and advanced development techniques. You'll gain hands-on experience with SharePoint REST API integration, allowing you to create robust and flexible solutions that leverage the full potential of SharePoint's capabilities. As you progress through the book, you'll uncover the intricacies of SharePoint WCF services, learning how to design and implement efficient communication channels between SharePoint and external applications. You'll also master the art of SharePoint taxonomy design, enabling you to create intuitive and well-structured information architectures that enhance user experience and streamline content management. With a focus on practical application, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools to optimize SharePoint's user interface and overall user experience. By the end, you'll have the expertise to architect and develop sophisticated SharePoint solutions that meet the most demanding enterprise requirements.

Are you tired of writing clunky, inefficient PL/SQL code that barely gets the job done? Your database deserves better. In "PL/SQL Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Conditional Statements in Oracle Databases," you'll discover how to harness the full potential of PL/SQL conditional statements to create elegant, powerful, and efficient database solutions. This comprehensive guide takes you on a deep dive into the world of PL/SQL conditionals, from basic IF statements to complex CASE expressions. You'll learn how to structure your code for maximum readability and performance, handle edge cases with confidence, and implement advanced techniques that will set your PL/SQL skills apart. Whether you're optimizing existing procedures or building new database applications from scratch, this book will equip you with the knowledge and tools to write PL/SQL code that not only works but excels. Get ready to elevate your database programming skills and become the PL/SQL expert your team relies on.

Is true randomness achievable in computational systems? Many believe so, but the reality is far more complex. Pseudo-randomness, a cornerstone of modern computer science, offers a fascinating alternative that challenges our understanding of determinism and unpredictability. "Unraveling Pseudo-Randomness" takes you on an intellectual journey through the intricate world of recursion theory and logic. You'll explore the fundamental concepts that underpin pseudo-random number generation, delve into the theoretical foundations that make it possible, and uncover its far-reaching implications in various fields of computer science. From the basics of recursive functions to the complexities of computational complexity theory, this book equips you with the tools to grasp the nuances of pseudo-randomness. You'll gain insights into how seemingly random sequences can be generated by deterministic processes, and understand the crucial role this plays in cryptography, simulation, and algorithm design. By the end of this book, you'll have a profound understanding of pseudo-randomness, its place within recursion theory and logic, and its practical applications. You'll be well-prepared to engage with cutting-edge research in the field and apply these concepts to solve complex problems in computer science.