Book Description
Ruby is an agile object-oriented language, borrowing some of the best features from LISP, Smalltalk, Perl, CLU, and other languages. Its popularity has grown tremendously in the five years since the first edition of this book.
The Ruby Way takes a “how-to” approach to Ruby programming with the bulk of the material consisting of more than 400 examples arranged by topic. Each example answers the question “How do I do this in Ruby?” Working along with the author, you are presented with the task description and a discussion of the technical constraints. This is followed by a step-by-step presentation of one good solution. Along the way, the author provides detailed commentary and explanations to aid your understanding.
Coverage includes
• An overview of Ruby, explaining terminology and basic principles
• Operations on low-level data types (numbers, strings, regular expressions, dates)
• The new regular expression engine (Oniguruma)
• Internationalization (I18N) and message catalogs in Ruby
• Operations on hashes, arrays, and other data structures such as stacks, trees, and graphs
• Working with general I/O, files, and persistent objects
• Database coverage including MySQL, SQLite, Oracle, DBI, and more
• Ruby-specific techniques in OOP and dynamic programming
• Graphical interfaces in Ruby (Tk, GTK+, Fox, and Qt)
• Working with Ruby threads for lightweight multitasking
• Everyday scripting and system administration in Ruby
• Working with image files, PDFs, YAML, XML, RSS, and Atom
• Testing, debugging, profiling, and packaging Ruby code
• Low-level network programming and client-server interaction
• Web development tools including Rails, Nitro, Wee, IOWA, and more
• Working with distributed Ruby, Rinda, and Ring
• Ruby development tools such as IDEs, documentation tools, and more
The source code for the book can be downloaded from www.rubyhacker.com
Hal Fulton has worked for over 15 years with variousforms of Unix, including AIX, Solaris, and Linux. He was first exposed to Ruby in 1999, and in 2001 he began work on the first edition of this book–the second Ruby book published in the English language. He has attendednumerous Ruby conferences and has given presentations at several of those, including the first European Ruby Conference.
He has two degrees in computer science from the University of Mississippi and taught computer science for four years before moving to Austin, Texas to work as a contractor for variouscompanies, including IBM Austin. Hal currently works at Broadwing Communications in Austin, Texas, maintaining a large data warehouse and related telecom applications, working daily with C++, Oracle, and, of course, Ruby.
Customer Reviews:
Deep Knowledge of Ruby.......2007-07-24
This is a solid Ruby language manual. It has more breadth than the Pickaxe Book, covering more libraries and advanced topics. It also provides more detailed, accurate descriptions of language basics, like exactly how the "case" statement works. I'm still working my through it: it is deepening my knowledge of Ruby.
Nothing to Complain About!.......2007-07-13
(Full Disclosure: Long time computer geek)
I bought this book hoping to learn the basics of the Ruby language to keep my skills current. This book surpassed my expectations.
Not only did this book provide me with a solid understanding of key Ruby principles, it made me excited about using Ruby.
Don't buy the PDF version from Sam's.......2007-06-01
This is not a review of the book as sold buy amazon. The paper version is great. This is a review of the fake pdf sold by Sams the publisher.
This is what I have sent to Sam's and I think that it explains things
"I bought what you claimed was a pdf of this book. It turns out that what you sell is not a pdf but instead a node locked ebook that I can only read on one computer using Adobe's beta Digital Library application. This is useless to me as I work from any number of computers and locations. As far as I can tell this is sales under false pretenses or bait and switch. While I realize that your site says that there is no refunds I still expect one as you did not sell me what you listed on your product description. "
My first reference for Ruby coding tasks.......2007-05-13
Rdoc is great, and deeper than this book, but The Ruby Way is better in terms of examples. O'Reilly books really don't do it for me with Ruby, and I don't even know if they have a Ruby Cookbook, but it doesn't even matter.
This is the only Ruby book I have that isn't from the Pragmatic Programmer's publishing company. I recommend starting with this book, then working your way through the Pragmatic series if you want to get your black belt in Ruby.
All you need to know about RUBY!.......2007-04-11
As the title says it ... don't look any further ...
Book Description
Sue Ellen Cooper, bestselling author of The Red Hat Society: Fun and Friendship After Fifty and one of the founders of this bourgeoning group--which increases by 100 chapters a day--provides the foreword, and the animated character Ruby Red Hat hosts the proceedings in high style and high spirits.
There's no doubt that the "Red Hats" are an amazing phenomenon. Not only did the book written by its founders stay on the New York Times' Bestseller List for weeks, but more and more women over 50 just keep catching the wave and joining the movement. And what could be better for the now nearly one million members who celebrate fun and friendship than scrapbooking? They'll all rush to those shoeboxes filled with photos and come to this brightly illustrated volume to see how to do it in the inimitable, adventurous Red Hat way. Fifteen sections, organized by particular "Red-Hat-isms"-such as Dress for Excess and Exercise Your Funny Bone-are introduced by Ruby Red Hat, who's always garbed in the appropriate manner for each particular theme. The nearly 80 projects include both flat album-type pages as well as spectacular dimensional ideas for gift boxes, invitations, and other designs. Readers will also appreciate 9 pages of patterns-not to mention the wit and wisdom they'll find along with the techniques.
A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.
Customer Reviews:
Good collection.......2007-07-18
I have no idea what the Red Hat Society really is, but lots of the layouts shown were great. Very attractive book. I picked it up for ideas and got plenty!
Scrappin' with Hattitude!.......2006-08-23
There are so many fun ways to create pages for Red Hatters!!! I also had to purchase a copy of this book, not for just the great ideas of scrapbooking but because I'm featured in a couple of the photos. If you're a Red Hatter this is one book to have!
Mostly photos of scrapbook pages.......2006-01-23
I purchased this book because on the Red Hat Society site it said it had nearly 100 projects in it. In actual count there are 26 actual craft projects, plus 72 photos of finished scrapbook pages. Lots of cute ideas but don't think you're getting nearly 100 different "projects".
Book pages are about 9" square and the photos of the scrapbook pages are about 7" square. Excellent, clear photography showing all the design ideas. Each scrapbook page has a little box with a description of the page contents or techniques. The scrapbook pages are almost all very gaudy with expensive embellishments, I would guess to be prepared to spend up to $10 per page if you copy them.
The projects include a Bra Purse made from a large red bra (I gotta do this one!), table accessories, Christmas ornaments, invitations, bags, tags, books, boxes, a Royal Sceptre, and more.
There are lots of tips and techniques sprinkled throughout, humorously presented.
A good price here on amazon, I paid $20 for it at the Red Hat Society site.
Book Description
From the author of the indispensable Rails Recipes, and with the help of a new master Rails chef in the kitchen, here are 72 new ways to kick your Ruby on Rails apps up a notch. More Rails Recipes is a collection of practical recipes for dressing up your web application with little fuss. You'll learn how the pros have solved the tough problems using the most cutting-edge Rails techniques so you can deliver your stunning web app quicker and easier.
Developers by the thousands are coming to Rails-the benefits are clear, both to individuals and their organizations.
But how can a developer be expected to write idiomatic, effective Rails code when the technology is so new? The answer is to work alongside masters, people who've been there from the start (and who have the scars to prove it). And, what better way to learn from their experience than to look at their code and read their explanations of why it's written that way? And even better imagine if that code can be lifted and placed right into your own application.
This is better than just cut-and-paste: the recipe format means you'll understand the code, and be able to modify it to suit your needs. And the list of recipes is so broad that you're bound to find tips and techniques where you'll say "Oh! That's how they do that," or, "I didn't know you could do that in Rails."
With More Rails Recipes, a following up to the popular original Rails Recipes, you can cook up a storm.
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- Two ways to count to ten
- A multi-cultural math tale
- Two Ways to Count to Ten
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Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale
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ASIN: 0805013148 |
Customer Reviews:
Two ways to count to ten.......2005-06-20
What I dislike about this book is that the book is suitable for second and third graders not sixth graders like me. So I wish for a chapter book. So for kids in grades second or third I would purchase alot of these books for them. I give it 3 stars.
A multi-cultural math tale.......2000-11-27
I have used this book to teach mathematic lessons to grades one through three. It serves as a great springboard for discussion on factors, prime numbers and patterns. The pictures are delightful and the children love to make predictions on just who will make the King happy. My students choose to return to this book over and over again.
Two Ways to Count to Ten.......2000-04-14
I really enjoyed this retelling of a Liberian folk tale. This book is a great book for helping young readers to explore math concepts like counting.
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- But her talent for noticing things will prove the salvation of them all
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This Way, Ruby!
Jonathan Emmett
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Book Description
Ruby's brothers and sisters are always racing off in search of adventure. "This way, Ruby!" they call. But Ruby, who is still the littlest, likes to take things slowly, in her own time. She prefers to look at all the grassy banks, the willow trees, and the dragonflies, which is just as well, for when the ducklings get lost in the storm, it's up to Ruby to find the way back home! This heartwarming picture book gem is perfect for all ages.
Customer Reviews:
But her talent for noticing things will prove the salvation of them all.......2007-09-07
Jonathan Emmett and Rebecca Harry's THIS WAY, RUBY! tells of duckling Ruby, the smallest of five siblings who falls behind the others. When a storm arises Ruby seems headed for disaster, but her talent for noticing things will prove the salvation of them all in this gentle story of a small duck's talents.
Book Description
The Ruby Way assumes that the reader is already familiar with the subject matter. Using many code samples it focuses on "how-to use Ruby" for specific applications, either as a stand-alone language, or in conjunction with other languages.
Topics covered include:
- Simple data tasks;
- Manipulating structured data;
- External data manipulation;
- User interfaces;
- Handling threads;
- System programming;
- Network and web programming;
- Tools and utilities.
Note: The appendices offer instruction on migrating from Perl and Python to Ruby, and extending Ruby in C and C++.
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The Ruby Way assumes that the reader is already familiar with the subject matter. Using many code samples it focuses on ""how-to use Ruby"" for specific applications, either as a stand-alone language, or in conjunction with other languages. Topics covered include: Simple data tasks; Manipulating structured data; External data manipulation; User interfaces; Handling threads; System programming; Network and web programming; Tools and utilities. Note: The appendices offer instruction on migrating from Perl and Python to Ruby, and extending Ruby in C and C++.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent Book.......2005-07-26
A great book on Ruby. It's getting a bit long in the tooth, but it's still well worth the time and money. I keep hearing rumours of a second edition ... PLEASE!
Not bad.......2005-01-20
I would have liked this book in the first few week or two when I was just learning Ruby, but I got this book after I had hacked some thousand lines of Ruby and read Dave Thomas's PickAxe II, and thus did not end up finding this book to be very useful.
This would be good to lend to a "Ruby nuby" but overall seems to lack true depth. Nevertheless, it's a handy guide for beginners who would like a cookbook style baedeker.
1 of 3 Essential / Important Ruby books.......2004-06-24
This, along w/Thomas/Hunt's & Slagell's books, both of which contain many fairly deep levels of abstraction using databases, map (collect), UNIX process monitoring & basic class libraries, when compared to what you have to do in python.
Python requirea you start altering interpreter's Class & Inheritance behavior in many different ways.
poorly organized.......2004-04-17
The book is poorly organized. Information is incompleted.
You would have a lot of question marks in your head
after reading the book.
I was misled by those positive comments from amazon.
The "Pragmatic" book is much much better.
An excellent book for experienced programmers.......2002-07-15
Mr Fulton has written an excellent book on the Ruby programming language. It contains 478pp of body plus a few useful appendices, and covers a broad range of useful and interesting topics in a mature way, which is a great achievement considering the relative immaturity of Ruby documentation in English.
By assuming an intermediate knowledge of programming in general and basic knowledge of Ruby, the author is able to focus on breadth of subject matter rather than depth. This fact, and the task-based format of the book means that the curious reader will be immensely satisfied. It has a unique ability to make you productive with your current skill level, while also broadening your knowledge.
As noted, depth is sacrificed for breadth, and this is shown in the nature of the examples. They are frequently, as the author frankly admits, contrived. No matter, they demonstrate the appropriate point, and then move on. Experienced programmers will not suffer for this; inexperienced ones would be best advised to read another book first, but don't forget this one. Hopefully a "Ruby Cookbook" (similar to Perl's) will be published soon.
Interested readers will benefit greatly from looking at the Table of Contents, available through Amazon. "Ruby in Review" tells you all you need to know about the language, even if you thought you knew it all. "Simple Data Tasks" give you easy ways to perform all sorts of tricks with strings, regexes, numbers, times and dates. "Manipulating Structured Data" exposes Arrays and Hashes, and covers stacks, queues, trees and graphs as well. Extremely practical information, delivered at breakneck speed. "External Data Manipulation" tells you almost everything you want to know about files, pipes and object persistence. The brilliant chapter "OOP and Dynamicity in Ruby" leaves your head spinning as the wierd and wonderful capabilities of this language are demonstrated, blow by blow.
Following are four chapters on more specific subjects: GUIs, threads, system administration, and network/web programming. The first two would really benefit from some more interesting examples, but the last two again show just how easy it is to achieve things with Ruby.
"The Ruby Way" suffers from many typographical, formatting and even a few code errors, which is unfortunately what I expect from SAMS books. This would generally cause me to withhold a 5-star rating; however the unique achievement of producing such an interesting and useful book - being the first of its kind for Ruby - forces me to overlook this. It is simply too important to get this information out NOW.
It immediately gave my Ruby productivity an enormous boost, and was more fun to read than almost any other computer book. I hope Mr Fulton will write more books in future. He has obviously put in a huge effort for "The Ruby Way". It's a shame his publisher didn't reciprocate.
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Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale
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Garden Delights: Easy Ways to Decorate Your Outdoor Space
Ruby Begonia
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These 52 projects offer perfect easy-to-make additions for every outdoor area. Refresh windows with eye-catching planter boxes and shelves. Patios showcase lanterns and finials. “The photographs are absolutely charming. Well written....a great gift for the gardener in your life.” —Expression.
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