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Ruby Programming for the Absolute Beginner
Want to learn the fundamentals of Ruby programming but aren't sure where to start? Look no further! Ruby is a free, easy-to-use scripting programming language that has grown in popularity significantly in the past few years. Ruby Programming for the Absolute Beginner will teach you the basics of computer programming with Ruby through the creation
of simple computer games. Not only will this "learn by doing" approach provide you with an instant sense of accomplishment, but it's also a fun way to learn. Additionally, the book teaches you the basics of computer programming thorugh Ruby, so it lays down a foundation from which you can confidently jump to other programming languages.
CONTENTS:
Part I Introducing Ruby
Chapter 1 Ruby Basics
Chapter 2 Interacting with Ruby
Part II Learning How to Write Ruby Scripts
Chapter 3 Working with Objects, Strings, and Variables
Chapter 4 Implementing Conditional Logic
Chapter 5 Working with Loops
Chapter 6 Working with Collections of Data
Part III Advanced Topics
Chapter 7 Working with Regular Expressions
Chapter 8 Object-Oriented Programming
Chapter 9 File and Folder Administration
Chapter 10 Debugging
Part IV Appendices
Appendix A What's on the Companion Website
Appendix B What Next?
Glossary
Index
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