Mac Programming For Dummies - Softcover

Sydow, Dan Parks

 
9780764500428: Mac Programming For Dummies

Synopsis

This revised work covers the latest programming languages for the Mac and is aimed at Mac users interested in customizing their computer.

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Ten Absolutely Essential Toolbox Functions Inside!

Your Guide to Creating Software for the Mac Covers Through OS 8.5 The Mac is back! With the success of the iMac and the power of high–end Macs, new Mac software programs are once again in demand. Whether you're a programming wannabe or a veteran developer, Mac® Programming For Dummies®, 3rd Edition gives you easy–to–understand, up–to–date guidance on Mac programming basics, compilers, programming languages, code writing, and more. So start creating new Mac OS 8.5 applications today the fun and easy way! Valuable Bonus CD–ROM Includes:

  • CodeWarrior Lite Limited version of Metrowerks CodeWarrior compiler software
  • ResEdit Resource editing software by Apple Computer, Inc.
  • Source code and examples from the book
Shareware programs are fully functional, free trial versions of copyrighted programs. If you like particular programs, register with their authors for a nominal fee and receive licenses, enhanced versions, and technical support. Freeware programs are free, copyrighted games, applications, and utilities. You can copy them to as many PCs as you like free but they have no technical support. System Requirements: Macintosh with PowerPC processor with Mac OS 7.5 Installed; 24MB RAM; CD–ROM drive, double speed (2x) or faster

Inside, find helpful advice on how to:

  • Compile and run Mac source code easily with CodeWarrior Lite
  • Understand why programming for the iMac is different
  • Create menus that drop and windows that move quickly and easily
  • Avoid the most common Mac programming mistakes
  • Become fluent in C, the most important Mac programming language
  • Use ResEdit to edit MBAR and WIND resources
  • Discover Dan Parks Sydow's debugging secrets and get your programs up and running faster

About the Author

About the Author Dan Parks Sydow is the author of previous editions of Mac® Programming For Dummies® as well as Mac® OS 8 For Dummies® Quick Reference and The Internet For Macs® For Dummies® Quick Reference. Dan holds a degree in software engineering and has worked on a variety of software projects for Macintosh computers.

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ISBN 10:  0764505440 ISBN 13:  9780764505447
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1999
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