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“…Chapter by chapter, Learning WML & WMLScript takes readers through the following WML topics: Decks, templates and cards User Interaction Variables and contexts Tasks, events, and timers Text and text formatting Data types, conversions and variables Operators and expressions Statements Functions Standard libraries WMLScript topics include: Learning WML & WMLScript is the resource of choice for application developers who want to upgrade their skills and their sites so they won't be left plugged in during the wireless revolution…”

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“…Applications include: Live data acquisition via Internet or intranet sources using Data Socket technology GUI controls created and manipulated in real time Advanced features of graph and table controls 3-D data plotting with Open GL Communications with VXI devices using VISA Creating and using function panels and instrument drivers The material is organized to present information with maximum clarity, keeping the reader in mind. For convenience, each chapter concludes with an explanation of the purpose and prototype of the library functions under discussion. …”

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“…Praise for The HR Toolkit "Dozens of sample memos, policies, training aids, exercises, checklists and more that readers can use immediately for a wide range of HR tasks. …”

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