The Librarian's Introduction to Programming Languages
Department
University Libraries
Document Type
Book
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Description
The Librarian’s Introduction to Programming Languages presents case studies and practical applications for using the top programming languages in library and information settings. While there are books and Web sites devoted to teaching programming, there are few works that address multiple programming languages or address the specific reasons why programming is a critical area of learning for library and information science professionals. There are many books on programming languages but no recent items directly written for librarians that span a variety of programs. Many practicing librarians see programming as something for IT people or beyond their capabilities. This book will help these librarians to feel comfortable discussing programming with others by providing an understanding of when the language might be useful, what is needed to make it work, and relevant tools to extend its application. Additionally, the inclusion of practical examples lets readers try a small “app” for the language. This also will assist readers who want to learn a language but are unsure of which language would be the best fit for them in terms of learning curve and application. The languages covered are JavaScript, PERL, PHP, SQL, Python, Ruby, C, C#, and Java. This book is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of each language presented. Case studies show the programming language used in real ways, and resources for exploring each language in more detail are also included.
Call number in WMU's library
Z678.9 .L47 2016
ISBN
978-1442263338
Publication Date
2016
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
City
Lanham
Disciplines
Library and Information Science
Citation for published book
Thomsett-Scott, and Thomsett-Scott, Beth C. The Librarian's Introduction to Programming Languages : A LITA Guide / Edited by Beth Thomsett-Scott. 2016. Print. LITA Guides.
Recommended Citation
Thomsett-Scott, Beth, "The Librarian's Introduction to Programming Languages" (2016). All Books and Monographs by WMU Authors. 684.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/books/684