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OCA Oracle Database 11g SQL Fundamentals I Exam Guide

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A Fully Integrated Study System for OCA Exam 1Z0-051

Prepare for the Oracle Certified Associate Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I exam with help from this exclusive Oracle Press guide. In each chapter, you'll find challenging exercises, practice questions, a two-minute drill, and a chapter summary to highlight what you've learned. This authoritative guide will help you pass the test and serve as your essential on-the-job reference. Get complete coverage of all OCA objectives for exam 1Z0-051, including:
SQL SELECT statements Restricting and sorting data Single-row functions Conversion functions and conditional expressions Group functions Displaying data from multiple tables Subqueries Set operators DML and DDL statements Schema objects
On the CD-ROM:
One full practice exam that simulates the actual OCA exam Detailed answers and explanations Score report performance assessment tool Complete electronic book Bonus exam available free with online registration

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The Plane Truth for Golfers Master Class

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Advanced Lessons for Improving Swing Technique and Ball Control for the One- and Two-Plane Swings

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Improve your swing with the teacher the pros trust:

"(Jim Hardy) was the one person who really had the greatest influence on me in terms of my teaching. Jim had such an incredible mind for the game of golf."
--From The Only Golf Lesson You'll Ever Need by Hank Haney, Tiger Woods' golf coach

"Jim Hardy is the most knowledgeable teacher in golf. No other instructor has his understanding of golf swing techniques and what makes them work.
--Peter Jacobsen, Champions Tour player and winner of seven PGA Tour championships

"Jim Hardy's theories and explanation of the two distinct swing planes used in golf are perhaps the most important instructional book any golfer could ever own."
--Inside Golf

In my book, Jim Hardy is at the top. His information is the best. His presentation is logical and unique. He has discovered, through original thought, new information that will help every golfer. I have seen it at work and the results are amazing."
--Carol Mann, LPGA Hall of Fame member

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Building for Boomers (McGraw-Hill Construction Series)

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Design and Build Housing for the Boomer Generation

<p>This unique resource provides the latest housing data, options, and trends to help you plan, design, and construct homes and communities to meet the requirements and expectations of aging baby boomers. There are 77 million boomers in the United States alone who continue to set the new, higher standard for product change and innovation as they have been doing for decades. Building for Boomers offers targeted information for architects, builders, engineers, developers, remodelers, and suppliers interested in capitalizing on this exploding market.</p>

<p>LEARN HOW TO:</p>

 Plan neighborhoods based on local and regional factors, including zoning and other regulations

Understand different types of neighborhoods, such as age-targeted, mixed generations, transit-oriented design (TOD), traditional neighborhood developments (TNDs), cohousing, and others

Integrate aging in place, universal, and green building design concepts

Incorporate technology infrastructure into your designs, including communication, entertainment, lighting, environment, protection, and healthcare

Design single family homes, townhouses, condos, and apartments

Explore various design options for living spaces, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and storage

Stay informed of growing trends such as green construction and smart homes

Determine and develop your niche

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GPS and Galileo: Dual RF Front-end receiver and Design, Fabrication, & Test

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Design State-of-the-Art GPS/Galileo Dual RF Receivers

This authoritative guide walks you through the process of designing, fabricating, and testing a highly integrated, low-noise, low-power, and low-cost RF front-end for GPS and Galileo, the leading satellite-based global navigation systems. Everything from standards analysis to characterization of the design is covered in the book.

GPS & Galileo focuses on developing seamlessly interoperable receivers that can access the wide variety of new services offered by these systems, such as increased service availability, centimeter-sensitive accuracy, emergency management, and data confidentiality. By the end of the book, you will have a prototype that achieves peak performance in terms of gain, NF, and current consumption, making it suitable for any high-accuracy, portable application.

Discover how to:
Determine the specifications of an interoperable dual GPS/Galileo RF front-end Design all RFIC blocks, including the receiver chain, PLL, control logic, and PADs Select the required external components Implement optimal floor planning Perform validation testing of the integrated RF front-end Understand real-world fields of application Gauge the performance of the front-end within a receiver linked to a full-solution platform

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Jaizki Mendizabal Samper, Juan Melendez Lagunilla, Roc Berenguer Perez

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Canoe and Kayak Building the Light and Easy Way

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How to Build Tough, Super-Safe Boats in Kevlar, Carbon, or Fiberglass

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The first quick-and-easy composite construction method for canoes and kayaks

This book is certain to appeal to any paddler with a DIY bent. Master craftsman Sam Rizzetta presents three attractive innovations: a new building method that makes Kevlar and carbon-fiber boats cheap and feasible for home builders; an ergonomically designed canoe that makes paddling easier and more comfortable; and a foam-flotation installation method that makes canoes and kayaks safe and unsinkable.

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Take your LINQ programming skills to the top tier

Resolve data format impedance mismatch with guidance from a C# expert and Microsoft MVP. LINQ Programming details cutting-edge techniques to effectively assimilate XML, SQL, ADO.NET, and unstructured data sources. Build powerful LINQ queries, handle hierarchical and relational data, use lambdas and expression trees, and develop multi-threaded applications. Get proven strategies for handling conflicts and exceptions and creating custom extension methods. Additionally, you'll learn how to create your own LINQ provider through a working example, LINQ to Twitter.
Filter, order, and group code using LINQ to Objects Query relational and unstructured data with LINQ to SQL and LINQ to XML Work with ADO.NET through LINQ to DataSet Deploy object-oriented programming techniques and LINQ to Entities Read, manipulate, and create C#-based XML documents Generate DBML and external mapping files with SqlMetal Create custom lambdas, expressions, providers, and extensions Support concurrent processing and multi-threading using PLINQ Build a custom LINQ provider for working with any data source

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Career Warfare: 10 Rules for Building a Sucessful Personal Brand on the Business Battlefield

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10 Rules for Building a Sucessful Personal Brand on the Business Battlefield

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A refreshing message . . . from someonewho has fought many corporate wars.The New York Times

With the latest stories from DAlessandros neverendingcollection of corporate derring-do and newinsight on the global battlefield, the nationally bestsellingCareer Warfare is more essential than ever whennavigating your way to success.

DAlessandro dares to speak the truth. If you dontmanage your own reputation, those around you will.This is no theoretical exercise. In corporate America,people talk about you every day. You can affect whatthey say.

With a cut-the-crap sharp eye for the passions,yearnings, and follies that drive every organization,DAlessandro draws apart the drapes and revealswhat it really takes to get ahead in business.James Carville, author and Democratic Strategist

With good jobs becoming harder to find,DAlessandros sage advice is more timely andimportant than ever, especially for those who aretrying to build their personal brands and enhancetheir careers at the same time.Tom Neff, Chairman, U.S., Spencer Stuart
Smart, strategic, and useful career advice fromsomeone who has actually achieved success in thereal world.Harvey Mackay, author of the#1 New York Times bestseller Swim With TheSharks Without Being Eaten Alive

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Power Referrals: The Ambassador Method for Empowering Others to Promote Your Business and Do the Selling for You

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Build your own personal sales force--without spending any money!

Sales guru Andrea Sittig-Rolf pushes referral marketing to the next level with her proven Ambassador Method. Power Referrals teaches her step-by-step process of winning over and deploying an army of referral-givers that go out and actually do the selling for you--freeing up the time you need to grow your business. You'll learn how to:
Employ the ACT (Acquire, Cultivate, Teach) principle to build your Ambassador sales force Convince referral-givers that your gain is their gain Provide Ambassadors with the tools to promote and sell for you Leverage Ambassadors to close more business than you thought possible
Comes with bonus online material for each chapter

Follow Andrea Sittig-Rolf's strategies and you'll soon find both your personal and business lives improving exponentially."
-Tom Hopkins, sales trainer and author of How to Master the Art of Selling

"Andrea Sittig-Rolf's new book will unquestionably help you win more Ambassadors, which will give you an edge on your competition and substantially increase your sales and profits."
-Dr. Tony Alessandra, author of The Platinum Rule

Wow, Andrea nailed it! Her insights are relevant, practical, and so true in today's sales world. Power Referrals is the secret sauce to achieving your next level of sales success!
-Michael Norton, Chairman and Founder CanDoGo.com and president of Zig Ziglar Corporation

"Don't just read this book...use this book to get Power Referrals to the next VITO in your sales territory!
-Anthony Parinello, author of Selling to VITO, the Very Important Top Officer

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A Research Based Program to Get the Results You Want in 12 Minutes a Week

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Building muscle has never been faster oreasier than with this revolutionary once-a-weektraining program

In Body By Science, bodybuilding powerhouse John Little teams up with fitness medicine expert Dr. Doug McGuff to present a scientifically proven formula for maximizing muscle development in just 12 minutes a week. Backed by rigorous research, the authors prescribe a weekly high-intensity program for increasing strength, revving metabolism, and building muscle for a total fitness experience.

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The classic reference guide for living with thyroid disorder--now completely revised and updated

The New York Times called this book "an excellent source of information." The Thyroid Sourcebook features patient narratives; information on the complications of hypo- and hyperthyroidism, such as depression, weight gain, thyroid, eye disease, and sleep disorders; the latest on complimentary medicine; and much more.

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24 Lessons to Make Working in China More Profitable

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24 vital lessons on steering your business through the world's biggest emerging market

Catapulted onto the world stage by a daring reform agenda, present-day China is the manifestation of an experiment unique in human history. Its astonishing economic ascent and rapidly expanding consumer market has captured the world's attention. Bristling with amazing opportunities which may conceal considerable risks, engaging with China is inescapable for many firms. How to Do Business in China highlights 24 lessons that will facilitate your entry into the burgeoning new economy. Tips on avoiding common mishaps and enhancing your preparedness are outlined. You'll learn the importance of:
Understanding and working within the Chinese entrepreneur's unique approach to business Finding reliable partners within China who share your vision Avoiding problems arising from cultural differences-and capitalizing on similarities Skillfully navigating through China's complex bureaucracy Protecting your business from intellectual property rights infringements Negotiating with skill, aplomb, and patience Designing a proactive PR policy to help you lobby for favorable legislation
This explosive and largely untapped marketplace replete with idiosyncrasies is a dominant force shaping the 21st century. How to Do Business in China will sensitize you to the issues as it clearly depicts the challenges ahead.

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2009 International Building Code Need to Know: The 20% of the Code You Need 80% of the Time

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The 20% of the Code You Need 80% of the Time

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2009 International Building Code Essentials at Your Fingertips

This handy resource delivers quick access to international building code information. 2009 International Building Code Need To Know explains and interprets the most common International Code Council requirements. Packed with illustrations, this essential tool brings together all the elements you need to design, estimate, and install building systems. Save time and money, reduce errors, stay in compliance, and increase job site safety using this quick reference.

2009 International Building Code Need To Know features:
Clear explanations and interpretations of ICC International Building Code Helpful trade tips Detailed visual references
Inside this on-the-job guide:

Use and Occupancy Classification * Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy * General Building Heights and Areas * Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction * Fire-Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Soils and Foundations * Wood * Plastic * Encroachments Into the Public Right-Of-Way

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The Art of Asset Allocation: Principles and Investment Strategies for Any Market, Second Edition

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The fully revised classic on employing asset allocation techniques to grow real wealth

A global leader and preeminent expert in asset allocation, David Darst delivers his masterwork on the topic. In a fully updated and expanded second edition of The Art of Asset Allocation, Morgan Stanley's Chief Investment Strategist covers the historic market events, instruments, asset classes, and economic forces that investors need to be aware of as they create asset-building portfolios. He then explains how to use modern asset allocation concepts and tools to augment returns and control risks in a wide range of financial market environments. This completely revised edition shows how to achieve asset balance with the author's proven methods, decades of expertise, relevant charts, practical tools, and astute analyses.

Known as the king of asset allocation, Darst brings his expertise to bear to provide complete asset class descriptions, identifying historical risk, return, and correlation characteristics for all major asset classes. Using actual data, he explains the differences between tactical and strategic asset allocation, outlines clear rebalancing guidelines, and includes an annotated guide to both traditional and Internet-based information sources.

Praise for the first edition:

You want to be a better investor, a better client, or a better advisor? DEVOUR THIS BOOK NOW!-James J. Cramer

David Darst is the expert on Asset Allocation. He has chosen to share his decades of practical experience in The Art of Asset Allocation, to the benefit of professional and individual investors alike.-Seth A. Klarman

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Increase Profits by Incorporating Sustainable Practices into Your Building Operations

Filled with environmentally friendly methods that reduce the impact of housing on natural areas, Be a Successful Green Builder contains everything needed to get started in the green building business and develop a thriving enterprise.

Successful contractor and bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson explains how to select green building products, understand zoning requirements associated with green building, write winning proposals, find suitable financing, and deal with brokers. He also reviews 20 key mistakes to avoid in building green. Be a Successful Green Builder features:
A plain-English guide to developing a lucrative green building enterprise Information on selecting the best green building products Valuable tips on preparing winning bids Step-by-step advice on expanding a green building business
Inside This Hands-on Guide to Profitable Green Building
Getting Started in Green Building Setting Up Your Business Structure 20 Mistakes to Avoid When Becoming a Green Contractor Matching Green Projects with Suitable Locations Finding Financing Working from Home Versus an Office Building on Speculation Working with Real Estate Brokers Selecting Green Building Products Dealing with Subcontractors Preparing Winning Bids Using Sustainable Practices to Make More Money Growing Your Business Expanding into Green Land Development to Double Your Money Landscaping Tips that Sell Houses Fast

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The Innovator's Prescription: A Disruptive Solution for Health Care

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A groundbreaking prescription for health care reform--from a legendaryleader in innovation . . .

Our health care system is in critical condition. Each year, fewer Americans can afford it, fewer businesses can provide it, and fewer government programs can promise it for future generations.

We need a cure, and we need it now.

Harvard Business Schools Clayton M. Christensenwhose bestselling The Innovators Dilemma revolutionized the business worldpresents The Innovators Prescription, a comprehensive analysis of the strategies that will improvehealth care and make it affordable.

Christensen applies the principles of disruptive innovation to the broken health care system with two pioneers in the fieldDr. Jerome Grossman and Dr. Jason Hwang. Together, they examine arange of symptoms and offer proven solutions.

YOULL DISCOVER HOW
Precision medicine reduces costs and makes good on the promise of personalized care Disruptive business models improve quality, accessibility, and affordability by changing the way hospitals and doctors work Patient networks enable better treatment of chronic diseases Employers can change the roles they play in health care to compete effectively in the era of globalization Insurance and regulatory reforms stimulate disruption in health care

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Clayton M. Christensen, Jerome H. Grossman, Jason Hwang

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Shouldnt your boats name look as distinctive as your boat?

A well-chosen and well-designed name on a transom or topsides is the finishing touch and creates the ultimate first impression for any boat. Your boats name is the single most highly visible clue to your nautical interests and sensibilities. Whether the name is whimsical (Y-Knot), classical (Terpsichore), irreverent (Aquaholic), mythical (Valkyrie), sly (For Sail), romantic (Wayfarer), or full of attitude (Bite Me), it wont communicate your message without an effective design.
Choose the lettering and graphic style that best expresses your boating aspirations and personality. Communicate your choices to a letterer, vinyl lettering shop, or a designer. Browse 1,500 boat names and explore resources for expanded research. Take a visual tour through the history of boat naming and across a seascape of boat transoms and topsides. Work with hand-painted, gold-leaf, vinyl or lighted display lettering.

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Essential ASP.NET 3.5 Skills--Made Easy!

Learn how to create database-driven ASP.NET 3.5 websites using C# 3.0. ASP.NET 3.5: A Beginner's Guide shows you just what you need to know to build rich Internet applications quickly and easily. You'll find details on Web controls, CSS, event handlers, validation, SQL, ADO.NET, data binding, text files, and security. Coverage of the latest technologies, such as LINQ and Ajax, is also included. All examples use Visual Studio 2008 to ease you through the learning process, and all the source code is displayed. Start building dynamic ASP.NET 3.5 Web applications today with help from this fast-paced tutorial.

Designed for Easy Learning:
Key Skills & Concepts--Lists of specific skills covered in the chapter Ask the Expert--Q&A sections filled with bonus information and helpful tips Try This--Hands-on exercises that show how to apply your skills Notes--Extra information related to the topic being covered Tips--Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Annotated Syntax--Example code with commentary that describes the programming techniques being illustrated

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Your best first reference to the German language

As you start your study of the German language, you need a reliable bilingual dictionary with the basic words you need, not the advanced terms you don't. With McGraw-Hill's German Student Dictionary you'll find what you need quickly and easily-without being overwhelmed with text.

This book features:
3,500 essential words, each with grammatical information, easy-to-use pronunciation guide, verb conjugation (when appropriate), and an example sentence Numerous subentries to explain shades of meaning and idiomatic expressions related to the principal entries A collection of grammar tips and hints, including common mistakes to avoid Helpful appendices of useful information such as common names in German, weights and measures, maps, numbers, and more
Begin your language learning with the authoritative McGraw-Hill's German Student Dictionary at your side. It provides the perfect complement to your German studies.

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Getting Organized at Work: 24 Lessons for Setting Goals, Establishing Priorities, and Managing Your Time

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Why are you doing what you're doing when you're doing it?

If you can account for one-hundred percent of time spent in the workplace, you're more organized than most people; if not, you need to rethink your day. Getting Organized at Work provides 24 proven tips, tools, and strategies that will help you analyze your use of time, root out inefficiencies, and change bad habits. Address the practical, realistic challenges inside and you'll soon see measurable differences in your productivity. This constructive, high-speed guide offers all the information you'll need to:
Organize and prioritize the elements of your day Develop and use a master list to keep your mind clear and the work flowing Set realistic goals by anticipating unplanned, time-wasting obstacles Plan, schedule, and conduct meetings so you don't waste your-and everyone else's-precious time Convert your telephone and email inboxes from time-wasters into time-savers
These simple tips will help you eliminate confusion and work more efficently. Before you know it, youll be getting more done in less time, and ending each day more satisfied than you thought possible.

Getting Organized at Work is the first step to creating a career-boosting time-management system, the benefits of which youll enjoy for years to come.

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How to Be a Great Coach: 24 Lessons for Turning on the Productivity of Every Employee

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Today's worker is empowered and intelligent, and no longer can you expect overbearing, high-pressure management tactics to improve performance. In the modern workplace, managers are discovering that they must work in partnership with their employees, providing them with the tools they need for success by first determining exactly what those tools are.

How to Be a Great Coach provides guidelines, best practices, and state-of-the-art approaches for working with, instead of against, your employees, boosting their motivation, performance, and productivity. This results-focused book examines 24 innovative and proven approaches for getting the best efforts from your employees by giving your best, and earning their respect by first learning how to:
Solicit their opinions-and take them seriously Be willing to take the hit for your own mistakes Ask targeted questions and patiently await answers Communicate your willingness to hear complaints Foster independence, not subservience Explain your expectations clearly Always advocate for your employees
When your employees do well, you do well. Learn all about today's most effective coaching methods--what they are, how they work, and how you can use them to dramatically improve the performance of your employees--in the focused, hands-on leadership guide How to Be a Great Coach.