“linda rising”

-- Catalogs every important design pattern and its stage of development.-- Arranged and formatted for quick access, with extensive cross-references and citations.-- Endorsed by patterns guru John Vlissides.Every year, the design patterns movement grows, as more developers discover how patterns can h... More

"All that have ever tried to impose change in their organization will immediately recognize and truly value the in-depth knowledge and experience captured in this book. It contains a collection of eye-openers that is a treasure chest for pioneers of new organizational ideas, A fantastic toolbox for ... More

In The Patterns Handbook, Rising has selected a large number of seminal articles and essays that illustrate the growing importance of patterns in application development. A partial list of well published experts includes James Coplien, Kent Beck, Grady Booch, Ralph Johnson, Robert Martin, Andrew Koe... More

This definitive compendium of design patterns in communication software, gathered together by Linda Rising, includes contributions by James O. Coplien, Douglas C. Schmidt, Robert Hanmer, Greg Utas, Just van den Broecke, Don Olson, Carlos O'Ryan, Christopher D. Gill, and other experts from the patter... More

First, of course, you must listen to your customers-to discover exactly what their specific needs are. The Sales Success Handbook outlines a battle-tested, six-step program for hearing and understanding exactly what your customers have to say and selling solutions instead of just selling products. L... More

This remarkable, groundbreaking book has achieved unequalled success worldwide. Linda Goodman's first book explains the nature of the planetary forces which govern human energy and emotional cycles by providing detailed descriptions for every sign of the Zodiac. Sun Signs gives valuable insights in... More

This remarkable, compulsively readable book explores the relationship between you and everyone you know and love. Whatever your personal Sun Sign, you will learn here of the tensions and harmony inherent in your associations with people born under the same sign as yourself as well as those born unde... More