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《Spring Boot in Action》是一本專為熟悉 Spring Framework 的開發者所寫的實戰指南，聚焦於如何運用 Spring Boot 大幅簡化 Java 應用程式的開發流程。Spring Boot 以「約定優於設定」為核心理念，讓開發者跳過繁瑣的組態工作，快速啟動專案，將心力集中在應用程式的行為與商業邏輯上。作者 Craig Walls 以多年 Spring 開發與教學經驗，透過清楚且實用的範例，說明如何有效運用 Spring Boot 的自動組態機制，同時在需要時進行客製化調整。書中涵蓋測試、部署、Actuator 監控、命令列工具（CLI）、以及與 Groovy、Grails 的整合應用，完整呈現 Spring Boot 在實務開發中的優勢。本書內容務實、節奏明快，適合希望提升開發效率、減少設定負擔的 Java 與 Spring 開發者閱讀，是理解與上手 Spring Boot 的重要入門與進階參考。Although Spring Framework simplifies enterprise Java development, it can require a lot from developers in terms of framework configuration. Spring Boot radically streamlines the process of creating Spring applications by employing automatic configuration, along with a programming model built around established conventions for build-time and runtime dependencies. It also provides a component that gives insight into the internals of a running application and a handy CLI that can be used to write command-line scripts in Groovy. Developers who have used Spring Boot say that th

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「《高效的 Rust》是一本超越基礎的實用Rust知識的優秀合集。本書中的建議將幫助你成為一個自信且全面的『Rustacean』。」 ――Carol Nichols，《The Rust Programming Language》共同作者 「《高效的 Rust》深入介紹了我經常提供的專案改善建議。這是一本幫助你提升Rust技能的絕佳資源。」 ――Pietro Albini，Rust核心團隊前成員 Rust具備出色的記憶體安全、型態安全和執行緒安全等特性，受歡迎的程度因而日益提高。然而，這些特性也使得學習Rust成為一項挑戰，即使對經驗豐富的程式設計師而言亦然。這本實用的指南將幫助你寫出符合Rust風格的程式碼，並且教你充分利用Rust的型態系統、安全保證，以及日益壯大的生態系統。 如果你是曾用過其他編譯型語言的軟體工程師，或正想使用基本的Rust語法來寫出實際程式卻不知從何下手，這本書正是為你而寫的。透過專門探討Rust的概念與其他編譯型語言之間的差異，並提供容易遵循的具體建議，作者David Drysdale將引導你寫出流暢的Rust程式，而非僅僅是C++的劣質翻版。 本書將協助你： •瞭解Rust型態系統的結構 •學習錯誤處理、迭代等Rust習慣寫法 •探索Rust的crate生態系統之用法 •使用Rust的型態系統來表達你的設計 •馴服borrow檢查器 •充分利用Rust工具生態系統來建立穩健的專案

A beautiful and moving testament to the enduring life of Kobe Bryant and the Mamba Mentality.When Kobe and Gianna Bryant died, tragically and unexpectedly, in 2020, the world mourned with a wholehearted ferocity. In perhaps the largest and most intense outpouring of public art the world has ever seen, murals went up on seemingly every available wall in Los Angeles and around the globe. The paintings were both professional and amateur, some public and some private, many of them colossal. All of them expressed love and respect for Kobe and Gianna Bryant as athletes, as a father and daughter, as heroes who will not be forgotten.In Mamba & Mambacita Forever, Vanessa Bryant brings together the images and stories of more than a hundred murals honoring her husband and daughter. Taken together, what emerges is the story of a man who became even more than he himself could have imagined, an avatar of determination, discipline, and competitiveness. He was also a worldwide icon, one of the gre

A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet. Now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

Enjoy every classic Frog and Toad story from the Caldecott Honor- and Newbery Honor-winning creator Arnold Lobel in one book! Join the beloved duo as they spend their days together eating ice cream, finding lost buttons, waiting for spring to come, and more. This bind-up includes all the Frog and Toad Level 2 I Can Reads: Frog and Toad Are FriendsFrog and Toad TogetherFrog and Toad All YearDays with Frog and Toad

Find out all about George Washington, Founding Father and first president of the United States, and the key role he played in the American Revolution and the colonial bid for independence from Great Britain.Aligned with The Science of Reading, Common Core Standards, and key U.S. curricula, this book is the perfect support in learning all about George Washington and his monumental impact on U.S. history. Part of the immersive new DK Super History series, this informative and inclusive book offers young learners the full picture about a key figure in history. It takes a 360-degree look at the life and work of George Washington, exploring his background and key people in his life, his role in important events, and the influence they had on history. The main narrative is supported by different perspectives, primary and secondary sources, infographics, and an engaging graphic novel style story. With specially designed spreads that build skills in historical inquiry and interpretation and ma

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Mermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series.Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way!When Serena discovers an old map hidden in the library, she’s excited to find out more about the lost ocean and its ancient magic. But on their very first field trip, Serena and her favourite dolphin Opal lose sight of their friends and realise they are lost. Will Serena’s new magic be strong enough to help them find a way back?Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble, Cora and Sparkle, Maya and Rainbow, Amber and Flash, Millie and Storm, Harper and Splash, Lyla and Charm and Aurora and Jewel

Technology is everywhere these days. It's how we entertain ourselves, communicate, do work, and even order food and clothes. How can tech-savvy teens stay safe and protect themselves online? With relevant tips and topics in a Q&A format, this hi-lo series provides middle graders and high schoolers with the basics needed be a smart consumer of media and technology. What is artificial intelligence and how does it work? With relevant tips and resources on this timely topic, tech-savvy teens learn how businesses and everyday people are using AI as a tool, including pros and cons and how AI may be utilized in the future. A question-and-answer format, plus chapters designed to be read in any order, allow middle graders and high schoolers to easily search and find the information they are looking for to become smart consumers of media and technology. A hi-lo reading format pairs easy-to-read, insightful text with a stylish layout to keep readers informed and engaged. Includes a table of c

A clear and simple book to explain about body changes and sex for kids who haven't quite hit puberty yet.This is a brand-new edition, with new content and all-new artwork, of THE go-to book for children to learn the facts of life. Aimed primarily at female readers, the book includes discussion of sex and gender identity, and sexuality. Using frank but clear and friendly language and pictures, this book explains all the changes that people with female bodies can expect to experience as they enter puberty. This ranges from physical body changes and new experiences such as what periods are and how to handle them, all the way to mental and emotional challenges that come with growing older and becoming more independent.The book is aimed at readers age 10 and up, who are likely just at the very start of their own puberty journey.Material is based on the original best-seller by Sue Meredith, but with new writing and expert input from professional sex educators and gender consultants.