
Mastering Distributed Tracing
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Understand how to apply distributed tracing to microservices-based architectures Key Features * A thorough conceptual introduction to distributed tracing * An exploration of the most important open standards in the space * A how-to guide for code instrumentation and operating a tracing infrastructure Book Description Mastering Distributed Tracing will equip you to operate and enhance your own tracing infrastructure. Through practical exercises and code examples, you will learn how end-to-end tracing can be used as a powerful application performance management and comprehension tool. The rise of Internet-scale companies, like Google and Amazon, ushered in a new era of distributed systems operating on thousands of nodes across multiple data centers. Microservices increased that complexity, often exponentially. It is harder to debug these systems, track down failures, detect bottlenecks, or even simply understand what is going on. Distributed tracing focuses on solving these problems for complex distributed systems. Today, tracing standards have developed and we have much faster systems, making instrumentation less intrusive and data more valuable. Yuri Shkuro, the creator of Jaeger, a popular open-source distributed tracing system, delivers end-to-end coverage of the field in Mastering Distributed Tracing. Review the history and theoretical foundations of tracing; solve the data gathering problem through code instrumentation, with open standards like OpenTracing, W3C Trace Context, and OpenCensus; and discuss the benefits and applications of a distributed tracing infrastructure for understanding, and profiling, complex systems. What you will learn * How to get started with using a distributed tracing system * How to get the most value out of end-to-end tracing * Learn about open standards in the space * Learn about code instrumentation and operating a tracing infrastructure * Learn where distributed tracing fits into microservices as a core function Who this book is for Any developer interested in testing large systems will find this book very revealing and in places, surprising. Every microservice architect and developer should have an insight into distributed tracing, and the book will help them on their way. System administrators with some development skills will also benefit. No particular programming language skills are required, although an ability to read Java, while non-essential, will help with the core chapters.

Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement
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A comprehensive guide packed with the latest features of Dynamics 365 for customer relationship management Key Features * Create efficient client-side apps and customized plugins that work seamlessly * Learn best practices from field experience to use Dynamics 365 efficiently * Unleash the power of Dynamics 365 to maximize your organization’s profits Book Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an all-in-one business management solution that's easy to use and adapt. It helps you connect your finances, sales, service, and operations to streamline business processes, improve customer interactions, and enable growth. This book gives you all the information you need to become an expert in MS Dynamics 365. This book starts with a brief overview of the functional features of Dynamics 365. You will learn how to create Word and Excel templates using CRM data to enable customized data analysis for your organization. This book helps you understand how to use Dynamics 365 as an XRM Framework, gain a deep understanding of client-side scripting in Dynamics 365, and create client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web API. In addition to this, you will discover how to customize Dynamics 365, and quickly move on to grasp the app structure, which helps you customize Dynamics 365 better. You will also learn how Dynamics 365 can be seamlessly embedded into various productivity tools to customize them for machine learning and contextual guidance. By the end of this book, you will have mastered utilizing Dynamics 365 features through real-world scenarios. What you will learn * Manage various divisions of your organization using Dynamics 365 customizations * Explore the XRM Framework and leverage its features * Provide an enhanced mobile and tablet experience * Develop client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web API * Understand how to develop plugins and workflows using Dynamics 365 * Explore solution framework improvements and new field types Who this book is for Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement is for you if you have knowledge of Dynamics CRM and want to utilize the latest features of Dynamics 365. This book is also for you if you’re a skilled developer looking to move to the Microsoft stack to build business solution software. Extensive Dynamics CRM development experience will be beneficial to understand the concepts covered in this book.

Implementing Azure: Putting Modern DevOps to Use
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Explore powerful Azure DevOps solutions to develop and deploy your software faster and more efficiently. Key Features * Build modern microservice-based systems with Azure architecture * Learn to deploy and manage cloud services and virtual machines * Configure clusters with Azure Service Fabric for deployment Book Description This Learning Path helps you understand microservices architecture and leverage various services of Microsoft Azure Service Fabric to build, deploy, and maintain highly scalable enterprise-grade applications. You will learn to select an appropriate Azure backend structure for your solutions and work with its toolkit and managed apps to share your solutions with its service catalog. As you progress through the Learning Path, you will study Azure Cloud Services, Azure-managed Kubernetes, and Azure Container Services deployment techniques. To apply all that you’ve understood, you will build an end-to-end Azure system in scalable, decoupled tiers for an industrial bakery with three business domains. Toward the end of this Learning Path, you will build another scalable architecture using Azure Service Bus topics to send orders between decoupled business domains with scalable worker roles processing these orders. By the end of this Learning Path, you will be comfortable in using development, deployment, and maintenance processes to build robust cloud solutions on Azure. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: * Learn Microsoft Azure by Mohamed Wali * Implementing Azure Solutions - Second Edition by Florian Klaffenbach, Oliver Michalski, Markus Klein * Microservices with Azure by Namit Tanasseri and Rahul Rai What you will learn * Study various Azure Service Fabric application programming models * Create and manage a Kubernetes cluster in Azure Kubernetes Service * Use site-to-site VPN and ExpressRoute connections in your environment * Design an Azure IoT app and learn to operate it in various scenarios * Implement a hybrid Azure design using Azure Stack * Build Azure SQL databases with Code First Migrations * Integrate client applications with Web API and SignalR on Azure * Implement the Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) across the entire system Who this book is for If you are an IT system architect, network admin, or a DevOps engineer who wants to implement Azure solutions for your organization, this Learning Path is for you. Basic knowledge of the Azure Cloud platform will be beneficial.

Functional Python Programming
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This book is for developers who want to use Python to write programs that lean heavily on functional programming design patterns. You should be comfortable with Python programming, but no knowledge of functional programming paradigms is needed.

Mastering Citrix? XenDesktop?
¥90.46
This book is intended for IT administrators who want to use Citrixas a desktop virtualization solution or for IT architects who want to learn how to design and implement highly available and scalable XenDesktopenvironments. It is assumed that you have intermediate-level knowledge of virtualization concepts, Windows desktop operating systems, and Windows Server technologies. Citrix?, Citrix Systems?, XenApp?, XenDesktop?, and CloudPortalare trademarks of CitrixSystems?, Inc. and/or one or more of its subsidiaries, and may be registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in other countries.

Lua Game Development Cookbook
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This book is for all programmers and game enthusiasts who want to stop dreaming about creating a game, and actually create one from scratch. The reader should know the basics of programming and using the Lua language. Knowledge of the C/C++ programming language is not necessary, but it's strongly recommended in order to write custom Lua modules extending game engine capabilities or to rewrite parts of the Lua code into a more efficient form. Algebra and matrix operations are required in order to understand advanced topics in Chapter 4, Graphics – Legacy Method with OpenGL 1.x-2.1 and Chapter 5, Graphics – Modern Method with OpenGL 3.0+. Sample demonstrations are coupled with binary libraries for Windows and Linux operating systems for convenience.

Mastering SaltStack
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This book is ideal for professionals who have been managing groups of servers, and want to learn how to expand their toolset. This book will also explain some of the more advanced features of Salt, and explore how to use them to bring additional power to the fundamentals that the professionals have already been using.

Clojure Data Structures and Algorithms Cookbook
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This book is for intermediate Clojure developers who can read and write in this language quite comfortably. Besides, it is assumed that you have some knowledge of how to set up Clojure projects, include dependencies, how to run REPLs, and so on through Leiningen and Figwheel. No prior awareness of any of the algorithms covered in this book is needed, and, when appropriate, pointers are given to the explanation material about any theory related to them.

Amazon S3 Cookbook
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This book is for cloud developers who have experience of using Amazon S3 and are also familiar with Amazon S3.

Blender Cycles: Materials and Textures Cookbook - Third Edition
¥90.46
This book is aimed at those familiar with the basics of Blender, looking to delve into the depths of the Cycles rendering engine to create an array of breath-taking materials and textures.

Learning Android Application Testing
¥90.46
If you are an Android developer looking to test your applications or optimize your application development process, then this book is for you. No previous experience in application testing is required.

Python 3 Object-oriented Programming - Second Edition
¥90.46
If you're new to object-oriented programming techniques, or if you have basic Python skills and wish to learn in depth when to correctly apply object-oriented programming in Python to design software, this is the book for you.

Learning Ext JS - Fourth Edition
¥90.46
If you are a JavaScript developer who now wants to use the Ext JS framework, this is the book for you. This guide is useful to you whether you're new to Ext JS 5 or are a seasoned expert. Experience in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required in order to understand and get the most out of this book.

Python Parallel Programming Cookbook
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This book is intended for software developers who want to use parallel programming techniques to write powerful and efficient code. After reading this book, you will be able to master the basics and the advanced features of parallel computing. The Python programming language is easy to use and allows nonexperts to deal with and easily understand the topics exposed in this book.

Go Programming Blueprints
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Intended for seasoned Go programmers who want to put their expertise in Go to use to solve big, real-world, modern problems. With a basic understanding of channels and goroutines, you will hone your skills to build tools and programs that are quick and simple. You need not be an expert in distributed systems or technologies in order to deliver solutions capable of great scale. It is assumed that you are familiar with the basic concepts of Go.

Android NDK: Beginner's Guide - Second Edition
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Are you an Android Java programmer who needs more performanceAre you a C/C++ developer who doesn’t want to bother with the complexity of Java and its out-of-control garbage collectorDo you want to create fast intensive multimedia applications or gamesIf you’ve answered yes to any of these questions then this book is for you. With some general knowledge of C/C++ development, you will be able to dive headfirst into native Android development.

Mastering QGIS
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If you are a GIS professional, a consultant, a student, or perhaps a fast learner who wants to go beyond the basics of QGIS, then this book is for you. It will prepare you to realize the full potential of QGIS.

Learning Behavior-driven Development with JavaScript
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This book is ideal for any JavaScript developer who is interested in producing well-tested code. If you have no prior experience with testing, Node.js, or any other tool, do not worry, as they will be explained from scratch.

PowerCLI Cookbook
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If you are a virtualization professional who wants to unleash the power of automation and combat the complexity of sprawling virtual environments, this book is ideal for you. This book will enhance your skills of administering VMware vSphere and vCloud Director with PowerCLI.

Learning Python Network Programming
¥90.46
If you're a Python developer or a system administrator with Python experience and you're looking to take your first steps in network programming, then this book is for you. Basic knowledge of Python is assumed.

Learning AirWatch
¥90.46
If you are a technical professional who wants to dive deeper into the functionality offered by AirWatch or manage the solution, then this book will help you choose the best set of configuration, device management, and monitoring options that you can use to effectively manage your EMM implementation.