As an experienced jQuery plugin developer and the operator of a website devoted to jQuery education, I have had many opportunities to talk with other developers and understand what works and what doesn’t when it comes to learning how to build plugins. This short guide is intended to quickly get you up to speed with core concepts, which enable you to start building plugins of your own. Experienced developers know that well-written jQuery plugins can reduce bugs, increase efficiency, improve collaboration, and save time. In jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes, I'll show you how to write clean and efficient jQuery plugins that are easy to maintain and collaborate on. While jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes is intended for people who already have some experience with JavaScript and jQuery, most of the concepts in the guide will not require any advanced knowledge. Topics include: <ul>
<li>Creating a plugin</li> <li>Prototyping</li> <li>Generate, Init, and Destroy</li> <li>Handling events</li> <li>Plugin options</li> <li>Setters and Getters</li> <li>Styling, CSS, and themes</li> <li>Callbacks</li> <li>Browser and mobile support</li> <li>File organization and versioning</li> <li>Boilerplate</li>
</ul>
I've also included bonus content, including sections on jQuery methods, utilities, selectors, and events, as well as a jQuery glossary. jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes really is intended to be a short but productive read -- my intention is to avoid the fluff and filler that make up 80% of most programming books, and just get straight to the point! The full table of contents is below: Introduction <ul>
<li>About This Guide</li> <li>Why jQuery Plugins?</li>
</ul>
Section 01: Creation <ul>
<li>Naming</li> <li>Closures</li> <li>Plugin Function</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 02: Prototyping <ul>
<li>The Main Loop</li> <li>The get() Method</li> <li>Plugin Class</li> <li>Prototyping</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 03: Conventions <ul>
<li>Generate</li> <li>Destroy</li> <li>Init</li> <li>$var</li> <li>Private Functions</li> <li>This &amp; That</li> <li>$.proxy()</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 04: Events <ul>
<li>Note on .hover()</li> <li>e.currentTarget vs e.target</li> <li>Disabling Event Bubbling</li> <li>Naming Events</li> <li>Naming Functions</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 05: Options <ul>
<li>Default Options</li> <li>Plugin Options</li> <li>Additional Options</li> <li>Data Options</li> <li>Advanced Options Setter</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 06: Setters and Getters <ul>
<li>Setters</li> <li>Getters</li> <li>Methods</li> <li>The Routine</li> <li>Auto-Creation</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 07: CSS and Themes <ul>
<li>Naming</li> <li>CSS</li> <li>Setting Themes</li> <li>Multiple Themes</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 08: Effects <ul>
<li>States</li> <li>Controller</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 09: Callbacks <ul>
<li>Setup</li> <li>Ajax</li> <li>Naming</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 10: Browser and Mobile Support <ul>
<li>Browser Support</li> <li>Extending $.support</li> <li>Mobile Support</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 11: File Organization <ul>
<li>Simple</li> <li>With Grunt</li> <li>Git</li> <li>Versioning</li> <li>Summary</li>
</ul>
Section 12: Boilerplate Section 13: Conclusion Bonus Content Section 14: jQuery Methods Section 15: jQuery Utilities Section 16: jQuery Selectors Section 17: jQuery Events Glossary

jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes: How to build jQuery plugins that are easy to maintain, update, and collaborate on

Robert Duchnik

In 30 Minutes® Guides

Updated! What is Dropbox, and how can you get the most out of Dropbox on your computer, phone, or tablet? In Dropbox In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition), award-winning technology journalist Ian Lamont uses step-by-step instructions, screenshots, and a touch of humor to explain everything from basic Dropbox installation steps to best practices for Dropbox sharing. In a single sitting, this quick and easy guide will help you get the most out of Dropbox on your computer, phone, or tablet.
The second edition of this popular Dropbox book includes updated chapters as well as additional sections describing new Dropbox features of the Dropbox application for Windows and Mac PCs and laptops, the Dropbox app for iOS devices (including the Dropbox app for iPhones and iPads), and the Dropbox app for Android phones and tablets. The Dropbox manual also covers many useful features of Dropbox.com for backing up, sharing, and recovering files. In addition, the book's popular Dropbox FAQ has been expanded.What's inside<ul>
<li>Dropbox system requirements</li>
<li>How Dropbox works in the cloud</li>
<li>Installing Dropbox on Windows PCs (Dropbox on Windows 7 and earlier, Dropbox on Windows 10 and Windows 8)</li>
<li>Installing Dropbox on Macs (macOS), iOS and Android</li>
<li>Saving files to Dropbox</li>
<li>Working with Dropbox folders and files</li>
<li>Dropbox preferences and Selective Sync</li>
<li>Opening a file or folder from a second computer</li>
<li>Dropbox mobile app: Downloading/uploading files</li>
<li>Dropbox Camera Upload for backing up and transferring photos from your mobile phone</li>
<li>Dropbox sharing via links</li>
<li>Dropbox collaboration</li>
</ul>
Dropbox In 30 Minutes also includes an unofficial FAQ that answers the following questions:
<ul>
<li>How can I get free space on Dropbox?</li>
<li>How secure is Dropbox?</li>
<li>How do I delete Dropbox?</li>
<li>Why is Dropbox taking so long to sync?</li>
<li>Are Dropbox Business and Dropbox Pro accounts worth the extra cost?</li>
<li>How can I recover deleted Dropbox files?</li>
<li>What is Dropbox Paper and is it a substitute for Microsoft Word or Google Docs?</li>
<li>What are Dropbox comments?</li>
<li>What happens when the same file is opened simultaneously on more than one computer?</li>
<li>What are third-party Dropbox apps?</li>
</ul>What readers are saying about this Dropbox bookThousands of satisfied readers have purchased this Dropbox book or downloaded the Dropbox ebook edition. While Dropbox In 30 Minutes is intended for beginners, even experienced users will discover a few new Dropbox tricks. Here's what real readers are saying:
"This was truly a 30-minute Dropbox tutorial. I have mastered the basics without bugging my 20-year-old son! Yahoo!"
"I have read Ian's books on Dropbox and Google Drive/Docs. He's an excellent writer, and the books are highly worthwhile, especially for people new to these applications."
"A short but thorough introduction to Dropbox. In my opinion, this is highly recommendable book for those who are approaching Dropbox or who need it for work and cooperative projects."
"I didn't know how to use Dropbox when I bought this book, and after reading it, I was able to set up my account and to use it with my students. It is short and to the point. I am a beginner and much of these online storage options are new to me, but I was able to read the book and to then use the app."
Buy your copy today!
Note: Dropbox In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books, Dropbox, or other services referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

Dropbox In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition): The Beginner's Guide To Dropbox Backup, Syncing, And Sharing

Computers & Technology

Lamont, Ian

Networking & Cloud Computing

As an experienced jQuery plugin developer and the operator of a website devoted to jQuery education, I have had many opportunities to talk with other developers and understand what works and what doesn’t when it comes to learning how to build plugins. This short guide is intended to quickly get you up to speed with core concepts, which will enable you to start building plugins of your own. Experienced developers know that well-written jQuery plugins can reduce bugs, increase efficiency, improve collaboration, and save time. In jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes, I'll show you how to write clean and efficient jQuery plugins that are easy to maintain and collaborate on. While jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes is intended for people who already have some experience with JavaScript and jQuery, most of the concepts in the guide will not require any advanced knowledge. Topics include:  Creating a plugin Prototyping Generate, Init, and Destroy Handling events Plugin options Setters and Getters Styling, CSS, and themes Callbacks Browser and mobile support File organization and versioning Boilerplate I've also included bonus content, including sections on jQuery methods, utilities, selectors, and events, as well as a jQuery glossary. jQuery Plugin Development in 30 Minutes really is intended to be a short but productive read -- my intention is to avoid the fluff and filler that make up 80% of most programming books, and just get straight to the point! The full table of contents is below: Introduction  About This Guide Why jQuery Plugins? Section 01: Creation Naming Closures Plugin Function  Summary Section 02: Prototyping The Main Loop The get() Method Plugin Class Prototyping Summary Section 03: Conventions Generate Destroy Init $var Private Functions  This & That $.proxy() Summary Section 04: Events Note on .hover() e.currentTarget vs e.target  Disabling Event Bubbling  Naming Events  Naming Functions  Summary Section 05: Options Default Options Plugin Options Additional Options Data Options Advanced Options Setter  Summary Section 06: Setters and Getters  Setters Getters Methods The Routine Auto-Creation Summary Section 07: CSS and Themes Naming CSS Setting Themes  Multiple Themes Summary Section 08: Effects States Controller Summary Section 09: Callbacks Setup Ajax Naming Summary Section 10: Browser and Mobile Support Browser Support Extending $.support Mobile Support Summary Section 11: File Organization Simple With Grunt Git Versioning  Summary Section 12: Boilerplate Section 13: Conclusion Bonus Content Section 14: jQuery Methods Section 15: jQuery Utilities Section 16: jQuery Selectors  Section 17: jQuery Events  Glossary

jQuery Plugin Development In 30 Minutes: How to build jQuery plugins that are easy to maintain, update, and collaborate on

Duchnik, Robert

Web Development & Design

Updated!Here's your chance to finally learn how to use Microsoft Excel! In a single sitting, this quick and easy user guide will help you learn MS Excel basics, from navigating the home screen to working with formulas and charts. It’s a great Excel tutorial that will help you in the office, at school, or even at home. Excel Basics In 30 Minutes, 2nd Edition is written in plain English, with lots of step-by-step instructions and screenshots that demonstrate exactly what to do. This MS Excel tutorial references Excel 2016, but most of the step-by-step instructions apply to earlier versions of MS Excel released as part of the Microsoft Office and Office 365 suites, including Excel 2013 and Excel 2010. If you don't own Excel, the book explains how to use two free online spreadsheets programs: Excel Online and Google Sheets (part of the Google Drive online office suite). The book also explains how to use the Excel mobile apps for Android and iOS.Topics covered
<ul>
<li>Excel screen layout, cells, and terminology</li>
<li>Excel 2016 vs. Excel Online vs. Google Sheets</li>
<li>Excel for iOS and Excel for Android</li>
<li>Basic Excel formatting</li>
<li>AutoFill</li>
<li>Excel formulas and functions</li>
<li>How to make charts in Excel</li>
<li>Sorting and filtering</li>
<li>Collaboration and sharing</li>
<li>Exporting PDF, CSV, and other forms</li>
<li>Printing tips</li>
<li>Excel import and export formats (PDF, .CSV, .TSV, text, etc.)</li>
</ul>This is not an Excel bible, but rather a basic Excel tutorial and reference that answers the core questions that any new Excel user will have: <ul>
<li>What is a spreadsheet?</li>
<li>What are cells?</li>
<li>What is the button with the Greek letter for?</li>
<li>How can Excel spreadsheets create basic financial projections?</li>
<li>How can certain data in a worksheet be highlighted?</li>
<li>How can data be alphabetized or ranked?</li>
<li>How to edit a chart in Excel</li>
<li>How to print an Excel spreadsheet without cutting off columns</li>
</ul>The second edition is up-to-date with new instructions and high-resolution screenshots of Excel 2016, Excel Online, and the new Google Sheets. It includes new sections about collaboration, OneDrive, and other features. Real reader reviews“Fast and easy, this book is everything it claims to be. The material presented is very basic but it is also incredibly accessible with step-by- step screenshots and a friendly tone more like a friend or co-worker explaining how to use Excel than a technical manual.”
”One thing I particularly liked about "Excel Basics in 30 minutes" is that it covers BOTH the MS Excel basics and the Google version basics. Explaining anything this intricate in 30 minutes is a challenge. (Can it be read in 30 minutes? Yes, I could do it, but I am not a typical user, I did not need to stop and practice the examples.) I was impressed that the book does go into some of the ‘meat’ of Excel while still being a book that someone with NO previous exposure to a spreadsheet can grasp.”
Excel Basics In 30 Minutes, 2nd Edition is authored by Ian Lamont, an award-winning technology writer and author of Google Drive &amp; Docs In 30 Minutes, Twitter In 30 Minutes, and Dropbox In 30 Minutes.Note: Excel Basics In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with “For Dummies” books, Microsoft Excel 2016, MS Excel 2013, Excel Online, Office 365, Google Sheets, or other Google and Microsoft services referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

Excel Basics In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition): The quick guide to Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Business & Money

Business Development & Entrepreneurship

The easy guide to BloggerUpdated edition! Have you ever wanted to get a website for your business, but were worried about the cost and complexity? Worry no longer! There is a cheap, easy solution, explained in the revised and expanded edition of Google Blogger For Small Businesses In 30 Minutes. In just 30 minutes, this book will give you a tutorial on how to set up a static Google Blogger website or blog with its own .com domain (or a free Blogspot domain). Whether you own a shop, restaurant, consultancy, professional services firm, LLC, or other small business, this book will help your company establish an official online presence using Google's free Blogger templates. Customers will be able to more easily learn about your business and its products and services, at a cost that's far less than newspaper or Yellow Pages advertising. Small business website examplesGoogle Blogger For Small Businesses In 30 Minutes uses step-by-step instructions, dozens of screenshots, and many examples of Google Blogger websites to show how to leverage the service for your small business. The book cuts through the confusion when it comes to choosing designs, fonts, links, and other features, helping you identify exactly what you need to do to set up your small business website.Many small businesses worry about whether a Google Blogger or Wordpress site is better. While listing the limitations of the Blogger service, the guide also describes the features that make it so attractive to users: Namely, its simple interface and Blogger's customization options. Help for Blogger websitesThis book covers the following topics: 
<ul>
<li>What type of small business website should you build?</li>
<li>The Five-Minute Website Marketing Framework</li>
<li>Creating a Google Blogger site and registering a domain</li>
<li>Choosing a great-looking Blogger template (with a gallery of Google Blogger themes to view!)</li>
<li>Customizing Blogger's appearance</li>
<li>Creating homepage content for a blog on Google's Blogger service</li>
<li>Adding photos, videos, and maps to your Blogger website</li>
<li>Small business blogspot sites on mobile devices</li>
<li>Choosing the right Google Blogger domain for your business</li>
<li>Using Google Domains to register a .com domain for your small business</li>
<li>Blogger case Study: Main Street Treats</li>
<li>Creating a product page on Blogger</li>
<li>Creating a webpage that links to a business Twitter account</li>
<li>Small business blog examples</li>
</ul>What readers are saying about the bookAriel Q.: "A well-written book that allows the reader to take advantage of Google Blogger (there are few books of this good technology). The book uses scenarios and practical examples that lead the reader to understand why certain aspects of the technology are good for his use."Anonymous customer: "Very concise and helpful little book for Google Blogger. I feel as though I'm all set for setting up my blogs for being an author and in the future once I'm a qualified life coach. The author was clear and easy to understand, and the photos and screenshots were helpful too."P.E.: "This e-book tells you everything you need to know to personalize and configure Blogger as a small business website. It is delivered in a friendly, humorous, and personable manner. I felt as though Ian was sitting next to me telling me what to do."James T.: "Good, clear instructions with lots of useful illustrations. I'd still be fumbling around if not for this helpful guide."Note: Google Blogger For Small Businesses In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books, Google's Blogger service, or other services referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

Google Blogger For Small Businesses In 30 Minutes: How to create a basic website for your shop, professional services firm, LLC, or new business

Updated for 2018! Are you interested in using Twitter, but don't know where to start? Are you mystified by hashtags, retweets, and other strange conventions? The revised and expanded third edition of Twitter In 30 Minutes is here to help! This unofficial Twitter tutorial will walk you through the basics, using plain English, step-by-step instructions, and lots of examples from real Twitter users.What's inside the bookIn a single sitting, you'll learn how to:
<ul>
<li>Create a new Twitter account online or on your phone</li>
<li>Customize your Twitter profile with photos and a bio that's right for you</li>
<li>Navigate Twitter icons, the Twitter app, and Twitter.com </li>
<li>Follow other Twitter accounts … and block those you don't like</li>
<li>Identify local people and organizations on Twitter</li>
<li>Find people who share the same interests and hobbies</li>
<li>Compose your first Tweets</li>
<li>Share photos on Twitter</li>
<li>Use hashtags, retweets, and other Twitter conventions</li>
</ul>
There's more. Twitter In 30 Minutes shows you how all kinds of people use Twitter to promote their businesses, connect with their Twitter followers, explore their interests, and have fun! It's peppered with real-world examples, from everyday people to top Twitter celebrities.Expert authorAuthored by award-winning technology journalist Ian Lamont, the revised third edition of Twitter In 30 Minutes covers Twitter's new interface for the Web and mobile devices such as the iPhone and Android phones. There are new screenshots, along with instructions for Twitter registration on iOS and Android devices.
Twitter In 30 Minutes is a perfect introduction to people who are new to Twitter, as well as those who already have accounts and want to learn how to get the most out of Twitter. Buy the book today!What real readers are saying:"I quickly set up a Twitter account and started using it within a half hour. I would recommend this book for anyone who doesn't have a Twitter account, for those who do have one but aren't actively using it, and for those who aren't quite sure how to get the most out of their account."
"Though I have been using Twitter for some time now, I still learned a thing or two from reading this."
"Clarified any issues I had or concerns and listed some excellent precautions."
"Perfect introduction to Twitter. Quick and easy read with lots of photos. I finally understand the #!"
"I've been tweeting for over a year but learned a lot if helpful details I hadn't been aware of until now. Lots of easy to understand info, and good instructions with screenshots that make it easy to understand. Thanks for the help and making Twitter even more fun."
"Just the quick, light intro I wanted. No annoying bits of philosophy. Some careful warnings about privacy and courtesy are included. You really can skim it in 30 minutes."
"Easy to read and actually fun to fire up my twitter account and play along with each chapter. Everyone has 30 spare minutes spread out over a week (if not a day) to read this guide."
Note: Twitter In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books, Twitter, or other services referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

Twitter In 30 Minutes (3rd Edition): How to connect with interesting people, write great tweets, and find information that's relevant to you

In 30 minutes, learn how to unlock the secrets of your iPhone 6, iPhone 6S, or iPhone 6/6S Plus! Whether you own an iPhone or are thinking about buying one, this guide will help you get the most out of the device and its powerful hardware, the iOS operating system, and the ever-expanding universe of iPhone apps. Written in plain English with a touch of humor and lots of screenshots, this iPhone 6/iPhone 6S manual covers basic features as well as hidden tricks and time-savers. Topics include:
<ul>
<li>Setting up your new iPhone 6/iPhone 6S/iPhone 6 Plus/iPhone 6S Plus</li>
<li>How to customize your iPhone’s appearance</li>
<li>What you need to know if you are migrating from Android</li>
<li>Touch screen basics</li>
<li>3D Touch, Peek, and Pop</li>
<li>Managing your Home screens</li>
<li>Switching apps and multitasking</li>
<li>Typing and text tricks</li>
<li>Siri and its kid brother, Dictation</li>
<li>Getting the most out of the powerful iPhone camera</li>
<li>Limitations of Apple's Photos app</li>
<li>Managing iCloud settings</li>
<li>Security features, from Find My iPhone to Touch ID</li>
<li>Wi-Fi and other wireless settings</li>
<li>Four ways to conserve battery power</li>
<li>Five ways to free up storage space on your iPhone</li>
<li>How to tame notifications and after-hours calls</li>
<li>Moving, deleting, and grouping apps</li>
<li>Nine great apps for your iPhone</li>
</ul>
iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S In 30 Minutes is authored by Ian Lamont, an award-winning technology journalist and the founder of i30 Media Corp. He has written for more than a dozen online and print publications, and was the managing editor of The Industry Standard. He has authored several In 30 Minutes guides, including Dropbox In 30 Minutes, Google Drive &amp; Docs In 30 Minutes, Twitter In 30 Minutes, and Excel Basics In 30 Minutes. About the series: Since 2012, IN 30 MINUTES® guides have helped people all over the world understand complex topics, including technology, medicine, and personal finance. For more information, visit in30minutes.com.Note: iPhone 6 &amp; 6S In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books or Apple products and services referenced in the guide. IN 30 MINUTES® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

iPhone 6 & 6S In 30 Minutes: The unofficial guide to the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S, including basic setup, easy iOS tweaks, and time-saving tips

Hardware & DIY

Updated LinkedIn guide! If you're serious about taking your career to the next level, you need to be on LinkedIn®. In LinkedIn In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition), author Angela Rose will show you how to make a rock-solid LinkedIn profile and expand your network. Whether you want to find a new job on LinkedIn or advance your career, this guide can be the blueprint for a supercharged LinkedIn strategy. What's inside<ul>
<li>LinkedIn registration and basic profile setup</li>
<li>Nine critical LinkedIn profile elements</li>
<li>Six additional LinkedIn profile elements you should include</li>
<li>Why keywords are so important for your LinkedIn profile</li>
<li>How to improve a basic LinkedIn profile</li>
<li>Real-world examples of successful LinkedIn profiles</li>
<li>How to address unemployment on LinkedIn</li>
<li>How to connect with other people on LinkedIn</li>
<li>Crafting personalized LinkedIn invitations</li>
<li>Connecting with strangers on LinkedIn</li>
<li>Other ways to get noticed on LinkedIn</li>
<li>Best practices for using LinkedIn's search engine</li>
<li>Participation strategies for LinkedIn Groups</li>
<li>Five ways to find a job on LinkedIn</li>
<li>InMail and other paid LinkedIn services</li>
<li>How to turn off LinkedIn notifications</li>
</ul>Who this book is forThe revised edition of LinkedIn In 30 Minutes is for people who are new to LinkedIn, as well as those who have created basic LinkedIn profiles and now want to take their LinkedIn efforts to the next level. While LinkedIn In 30 Minutes is not intended to be a comprehensive guide, it provides a solid foundation of LinkedIn registration basics, critical profile elements, and networking best practices that can help you land a new job or advance your career. The LinkedIn tutorial is filled with step-by-step instructions written in plain English and a touch of humor. There are lots of screenshots and LinkedIn best practices that you can use to turn an uninspiring resume or CV into a winner!What readers are saying"This was an excellent primer for someone like me who had a Linkedin account but didn't really every use it except to look up people. I learned some very basic and simple things about groups, adding people, updating my profile, changing some privacy settings, etc. It was a simple read, it took me just shy of 1 hour with some practicing things as I went. … I have passed this book along to a friend who was in the same situation.""Since reading this a week ago I have had more quality business interactions on LinkedIn than I have had in the last 2 years.""Well written. Got to the point quickly and clearly. Quite helpful in getting my profile updated."About In 30 Minutes GuidesSince 2012, In 30 Minutes® guides have helped people all over the world understand complex topics, including technology, medicine, and personal finance. For more information, visit in30minutes.com. Note: LinkedIn In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books, LinkedIn, or other services or companies referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

LinkedIn In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition): How to create a rock-solid LinkedIn profile and build connections that matter

Rose, Angela

Job Hunting & Careers

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