Linux Programming: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guide (Osborne Mcgraw Hill)) by Richard Petersen

by Richard Petersen

Essential Skills for First-Time Programmers!Linux A Beginner's Guide explains how to program the BASH and TCSH shellsn and handle Gnome and KDE GUI programming. You'll also learn Perl,Tcl/Tk,and Gawk programming fundamentals. Learn the fundamentals of Linux programming by following the steps and examples in this easy-to-use guide. Linux expert Richard Petersen uses hands-on exercises to teach you how to program the BASH and TCSH shells,customize Linux using Perl,Tcl,and Gawk,and write GUI programs in Tk. You'll also learn GUI programming techniques for interfaces such as the Gnome and KDE desktop environments. If you want to get started programming the Linux OS right away,this is the perfect self-paced learning solution for you. This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters),ideal for linear learning Each module opens with the specific programming skills you'll have by the end of the module Ask the Q&A sections throughout 1-Minute Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress Annotated Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated Coding exercises contained in each module that build on one another,from simple to complex Mastery End-of-module reviews that test proficiency using multiple-choice,fill-in-the-blank,and simple coding questions

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First published January 1, 2000