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The Art of Mac Malware, Volume 2

Patrick Wardle

This first-of-its-kind guide to detecting stealthy Mac malware gives you the tools and techniques to counter even the most sophisticated threats targeting the Apple ecosystem.

Introduction to Computer Organization: ARM Edition

Robert G. Plantz

See How the Magic Happens

Built with ARM A64 Assembly Language

Metasploit, 2nd Edition

David Kennedy, Mati Aharoni, Devon Kearns, Jim O’Gorman, and Daniel Graham

The second edition of the international bestseller Metasploit is written by some of the world’s best hackers and is the only introduction you’ll ever need to the legendary Framework.

PHP Crash Course

Matt Smith

From First Script to Full Website—Fast!

Data Structures and Algorithms in JavaScript

Federico Kereki

Not the Same Old JavaScript.

Kotlin from Scratch

Faisal Islam

Learn to code in Kotlin by starting from scratch and gradually building skills to tackle a wide range of fun and challenging problems.

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Enter the wonderful world of graph algorithms, where you’ll learn when and how to apply these highly useful data structures to solve a wide range of fascinating (and fantastical) computational problems.

Eloquent JavaScript, 4th Edition

Marijn Haverbeke

Start building beautiful web applications in JavaScript with the bestselling introduction to the language, updated with new features, fresh exercises, and fun projects.

The LEGO Builder’s Handbook

Deepak Shenoy

Forget step-by-step instructions — you’re ready to design your own LEGO® creations! The LEGO® Builder’s Handbook is the only guide you need for building totally out-of-this-world, wholly original models.

Effective C, 2nd Edition

Robert C. Seacord

Is an introduction to essential C language programming that will soon have you writing programs, solving problems, and building working systems.

Math Hacks for Scratch

Michael Mays

Push Scratch programming to the limits as you explore mathematical curiosities through hands-on coding projects.

Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises

Robert Lelewski and John Hollenberger

The complete start-to-finish guide for planning and delivering successful cybersecurity tabletop exercises.

Serious Cryptography, 2nd Edition

Jean-Philippe Aumasson

Serious Cryptography, 2nd edition, is a practical guide to the past, present, and future of cryptographic systems and algorithms.

Writing a C Compiler

Nora Sandler

A fun, hands-on guide to writing your own compiler for a real-world programming language.

Black Hat Bash

Dolev Farhi, Nick Aleks

Master the art of offensive bash scripting. This highly practical hands-on guide covers chaining commands together, automating tasks, crafting living-off-the-land attacks, and more!

Microcontroller Exploits

Travis Goodspeed

A deep dive into advanced hardware hacking with detailed examples of real-world techniques and a comprehensive survey of vulnerabilities.

Evasive Malware

Kyle Cucci

The first-ever guide to analyzing malicious Windows software designed to avoid detection and forensic tools.

The Nature of Code

Daniel Shiffman

This creative coding tutorial is designed to grow your skills in a fun, hands-on way as you build simulations of natural phenomena.

Coming Soon

Effective Shell

Dave Kerr

Teaches you how to navigate the command line so you can work faster and smarter and have more fun while you’re at it.

Total TypeScript

Matt Pocock with Taylor Bell

If you're an experienced JavaScript developer or want to level up your current TypeScript skills, with Total TypeScript, you'll learn everything you need to build a TypeScript product from

The Art of ARM Assembly, Volume 1

Randall Hyde

Add valuable skills to your programming toolkit by learning to write complete applications in ARM, a popular low-level assembly language.

Math for Programming

Ronald T. Kneusel

A one-stop-shop for all the math you should have learned for your programming career.

Practical SDR

Paul Clark and David Clark

Discover the exciting world of software-defined radio (SDR) through this fun, project-based introduction.

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 3rd Edition

Al Sweigart

Revised to include the latest Python features, even better explanations, and new chapters about databases and sound files.

Building a Debugger

Sy Brand

Master the inner workings of your x64 Linux system and expand your OS expertise by writing your very own debugger using C++.

From Day Zero to Zero Day

Eugene Lim

Find security holes before the bad guys do.

Game Boy Coding Adventure

Maximilien Dagois

A comprehensive tutorial on programming in assembly using the iconic Game Boy, teaching the basics of computer science in a fun and engaging way.

Deep Learning Crash Course

Giovanni Volpe, Benjamin Midtvedt, Jesús Pineda, Henrik Klein Moberg, Harshith Bachimanchi, Joana B. Pereira, and Carlo Manzo

A complete guide to deep neural networks – the technology behind AI – covering fundamental and advanced techniques to apply machine learning in real-world scenarios.

Introduction to Quantum Computing

Andrew Glassner

Learn to program tomorrow’s technology with this accessible exploration of quantum computing, requiring only high school math and a basic understanding of coding concepts.

Python for Excel Users

Tracy Stephens

Learn to add your own handy functions to Excel using Python and other coding tools in this practical, accessible primer written for first-time programmers.

Designing Electronics That Work

Hunter Scott

A holistic, end-to-end guide to DIY electronics full of tips and strategies developed by a renowned expert and designed to answer every conceivable question.