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Learn to build and optimize attractive, functional web sites for smartphones

Today, mobile devices outnumber desktop and laptop computers three to one. Skill in developing web sites that work on mobile devices is in demand, and this friendly, step-by-step guide shows how to build and optimize sites using HTML5 and other standard web development tools. Building web sites that work for all types of smartphones and tablets, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and BlackBerry devices is a skill much in demand as mobile devices outpace both desktop and laptop computers, and this book gets you started.

• Guides you through creating and optimizing mobile sites with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Covers HTML5, WebKit extensions, platform variations, accommodating different browsers, security issues, and making mobile sites richer with Flash, graphics, and video
• Includes code for differences in mobile app design and navigation, including touch devices

HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Mobile Web Development For Dummies makes it easy to start developing great sites for mobile devices.

From the Back Cover
Master the art of designing web pages for mobile devices — a site for small screens!

When designing a web page for mobile devices, the big thing is — think small! Your objective is to provide what the mobile user wants without losing the “wow” in your website. Download Now »

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Automating repetitive programming tasks is easier than many Flash/AS3 developers think. With the Ant build tool, the Eclipse IDE, and this concise guide, you can set up your own “ultimate development machine” to code, compile, debug, and deploy projects faster. You’ll also get started with versioning systems, such as Subversion and Git.

Create a consistent workflow for multiple machines, or even complete departments, with the help of extensive Ant code samples. If you want to work smarter and take your skills to a new level, this book will get you on the road to automation—with Ant.

• Set up your Eclipse work environment with Eclipse plugins, including the FDT code editor and the Mylyn task manager
• Enable several developers to work on the same project simultaneously with a versioning system
• Walk through the basics of Ant, and use sample code to create your first script
• Compile and debug your Ant build with FDT or the Flex SDK
• Apply Ant to mobile development for both the Android Platform and iOS, using the Android SDK and Adobe Air

About the Author
Sidney de Koning is a full time geek. When he was 8, he got hooked on BASIC on his grandfather’s Amiga 500. Now he still gets excited developing mobile applications and websites. His passion is to play with technologies like Adobe’s AIR and the Android platform Download Now »

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Android in Practice is a treasure trove of Android goodness, with over 90 tested, ready-to-use techniques including complete end-to-end example applications and practical tips for real world mobile application developers. Written by real world Android developers, this book addresses the trickiest questions raised in forums and mailing lists. Using an easy-to-follow problem/solution/discussion format, it dives into important topics not covered in other Android books, like advanced drawing and graphics, testing and instrumentation, building and deploying applications, using alternative languages, and native development.

It’s not hard to find the information you need to build your first Android app. Then what? If you want to build real apps, you will need some how-to advice, and that’s what this book is about.

Android in Practice is a rich source of Android tips, tricks, and best practices, covering over 90 clever and useful techniques that will make you a more effective Android developer. Techniques are presented in an easy-to-read problem/solution/discussion format. The book dives into important topics like multitasking and services, testing and instrumentation, building and deploying applications, and using alternative languages.

What’s Inside

• 91 Techniques covering Android 1.x to 3.x
• Android for tablets
• Working with threads and concurrency Download Now »

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Full-color guide to the exciting HTC Droid ThunderBolt!

Now that you’ve got your high-powered new HTC ThunderBolt smartphone, you’ve got to figure out how to use it! If you’re more than a little intimidated by the technology and somewhat put off by the formal documentation, this book can help. Written in the fun but clear and thorough For Dummies style, this book answers all your questions about Verizon’s first 4G LTE Android device and helps you get the very most out of it.

• Helps you get up to speed quickly on how to use the ThunderBolt smartphone
• Delves into the basics how the technology works, how to configure everything, and how to purchase apps through the Android Market or Verizon’s AppSphere
• Delivers a full slate of how-tos, tricks, features, and techniques, all in full color
• Covers everything you need to know, including setup and configuration, texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet, maps, navigation, camera, video, and synching with a PC
• Shows you how to customize your HTC ThunderBolt, how to maintain it, and how to expand or upgrade it with new software

Once you learn all the bells and whistles, you’ll be overjoyed with your new Android device. The fun starts with HTC ThunderBolt For Dummies.

From the Back Cover
Take charge of your HTC ThunderBolt smartphone and get more bang for your buck with this fun and easy guide! Download Now »

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Zoom into the next generation of mobile pad technology with XoomThe buzz on Motorola’s new Xoom tablet is that it’s made of some pretty powerful hardware and boasts a larger screen, higher resolution, and a more powerful, dual-core CPU than other tablets on the market. On top of that, it runs on Android 3.0—the latest operating system designed specifically for tablets. Get thoroughly up to speed on the unique Motorola Xoom and take advantage of all the amazing things it can do with Motorola Xoom For Dummies.

This full-color book is packed with practical how-tos, Xoom features, smart techniques, and even insider info on the device, thanks to author Andy Rathbone’s deep expertise. Learn how to browse the web, download apps, access social networks, customize your Xoom, track down the handiest accessories, and more.

• Gets you up to speed on the Motorola Xoom tablet
• Clarifies the basics of how to use it, how the technology works, how to configure everything, and which ten free apps and ten paid apps you absolutely must have
• Delivers a full slate of features, tips, tricks, and techniques, all in full color
• Walks you through basic training, browsing the web, sending and receiving e-mail, accessing social networks, downloading apps, using all the fun multimedia features—music, movies, photos, and books—and more
• Explores how to maintain and customize your Xoom and includes a handy list of Ten Tips ‘n Tricks

Get the very most out of the exciting Motorola Xoom. Download Now »

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Build Mobile Websites and Apps for Smart Devices is a practical guide for front-end web designers and developers. You’ll discover a fun and fresh approach to mobile web design and development, with enormous scope for opportunity.

Mobile web development is changing rapidly, with a greater emphasis on modern touch-screen smartphones. By following the advice in this book, you can be sure you’re learning the skills you need to make the most of this new technology.

You’ll learn how to:

• Design effective interfaces for modern devices
• Use HTML5 and CSS3 to build fast, responsive layouts that look great on every device
• Use JavaScript to create a native feel with transitions, touch and swipe events, animations, and more
• Introduces PhoneGap and shows readers how to add native functionally to their web app with ease
• Leverage APIs to take advantage of built-in device functionality
• Use PhoneGap to turn your web app into a native app for iOS, Android, BlackBerry, and other platforms—and sell it online

And lots more…

About the Author
Sporting a Masters in Information Technology and a lifetime of experience on the Web of Hard Knocks, Earle Castledine (aka Mr Speaker) holds an interest in everything computery. Download Now »