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´Getting Started with Open Source Software´ introduces a comprehensive collection of advanced open source softwares useful in developing software applications. The book contains information on open-source tools such as LINUX, MySQL, PHP, Python and PERL. Special highlights for software construction utilities and application libraries are included. Each tool is covered in the context of a real like application development setting. This unique book presents a comprehensive discussion of advanced tools, a valuable asset used by most application developers and programmers; includes a special focus on Open Source Software which is very commonly usable & powerful. ´Getting Started with Open Source Software´ is designed for application developers and programmers working with Open Source Tools. Advanced-level students concentrating on Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science will find this reference a valuable asset as well.

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Dr.P.Raviraj holds a position of Professor in the department of Computer Science & Engineering,GSSS Institute of Engineering & Technology for Women,Mysore. He has 13 years of teaching and research experience. He has published more than 80 papers in International journals and conferences.His research areas are Image Processing and Natural Computing.

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