Bøger af Matt Smith

Unity 2021 Cookbook is a practical guide with recipes covering a wide variety of Unity's essential features. This new edition has been fully updated for Unity 2021 to help you discover not only the latest features but also modern game development practices.

"Drawing on thirty years of making theatre with objects, this field-defining book maps the terrain of applied puppetry. Through a range of case studies both personal and practical, Matt Smith offers a reflective and engaging study which provides makers, thinkers and students alike with a toolkit for thinking about and making puppetry in community settings. Through eight chapters, Smith muses on the nature of creativity, explores approaches to puppetry through ecology, and considers how puppets and objects affect the act of making and - in turn - how they affect those who make, use and experience them in performance. Along the way, Applied Puppetry offers practical exercises in theatre-making, demonstrates the political power of puppetry beyond borders, and interrogates the limitations and possibilities of puppetry and object theatre in local communities, volatile contexts and difficult circumstances"--

Are you ready to take your Unity game development skills to the next level? Look no further! The "Unity Cookbook 2023, 5th Edition" is your essential guide to mastering the latest features of Unity 2023, packed with over 140 recipes to empower your game development journey.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format.Key FeaturesExplore VR and AR development to create immersive experiences that redefine gamingCraft captivating mobile games with optimized performance and user-friendly controlsElevate gameplay with expertly composed music, dynamic sound effects, and seamless audio integrationBook DescriptionUnleash your game development potential with Unity Cookbook, 5th Edition, designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in Unity game development. With over 160 expertly crafted recipes empowering you to pioneer VR and AR experiences, excel in mobile game development, and become a master of audio techniques.In this latest edition, we've meticulously curated a collection of recipes that reflect the latest advancements in Unity 2023, ensuring you stay at the forefront of game development. You'll discover dedicated recipes for First/Third Person (Core) templates, create engaging mobile games, delve into Virtual and Augmented Reality, and go further with audio by exploring advanced techniques. Additionally, the book has been fully updated to incorporate the new input system and TextMeshPro, essential elements for modern game development.From exploring C# scripting to crafting stylish UIs, creating stunning visual effects, and understanding shader development through Shader Graph, every chapter is designed to take you closer to your goal of becoming a proficient Unity developer.So, whether you're aiming to develop the next hit game, enhance your portfolio, or simply have fun building games, this book will be your trusted companion on your journey to Unity proficiency.What you will learnCraft stylish user interfaces, from power bars to radars, and implement button-driven scene changes effortlesslyEnhance your games with AI controlled characters, harnessing Unity's navigation meshes, surfaces, and agentsDiscover the power of Cinemachine in Unity for intelligent camera movementsElevate games with immersive audio, including background music and dynamic sound effectsBring your games to life with captivating visual effects, from smoke and explosions to customizable particle systemsBuild your own shaders using Unity's Shader Graph toolWho this book is forIf you're a Unity developer looking for better ways to resolve common recurring problems, then this book is for you. Programmers dipping their toes into multimedia features for the first time will also find this book useful. Before you get started with this book, you'll need a solid understanding of Unity's functionality and experience with programming in C#.Table of ContentsDisplaying Data with Core UI ElementsResponding to User Events for Interactive UIsInventory and Advanced UIsPlaying and Manipulating SoundsTextures, Materials and 3D objectsCreating 3D environments with TerrainsCreating 3D geometry with ProBuilder2D Animation and PhysicsAnimated CharactersSaving and Loading DataControlling and Choosing PositionsNavigation Meshes and AgentsCameras, Lighting, and Visual EffectsShader Graphs and Video PlayersParticle Systems and Other Visual EffectsMobile Games and ApplicationsAugmented Reality (AR)(N.B. Please use the Look Inside option to see further chapters)

Shot with San Diego artist Matt Smith. Focuses in color and black and white photography of the lower arm and hands. Includes forshortening, overlapping, clenched, and relaxed hands. There are a variety of grips with different props such as swords, shield, magic staff, and characters with hats and cigarettes .

"Cereal Dad Preneur is a MUST read. For anyone trying to do it all in business and not having to compromise your role as a parent and spouse, you have to read this book. Matt Smith is seriously a unique and profound individual who has miraculously codified how to balance life, as best as a person can." GRANT CARDONEWhether you're a Dad or a Mom, whether you're rocking the 'parent' part of your life and feel your vision for that radical idea or revolutionary business is on the back burner, or you're a rock star in the business arena, at the top of your game and you know your relationships pay the price ... this book is for you. Cereal Dad Preneur provides a road map and a practical guide to achieve success in all areas of your life. FAMILY FIRST has always been Matt's motto, and you will discover that FAMILY FIRST doesn't have to come at the expense of pursuing your ambitions and passions of being wildly successful in business at the same time. You CAN have it all and feel good about yourself and your achievements.You will be propelled along the learning curve to a place light-years ahead of where you are now, by helping you benefit from his life experiences while bypassing some of the challenges? When you study and implement the tools and techniques provided, you will develop the systems you need to succeed in any industry, allowing you to work smarter. It will change your life for the better."You have to read Cereal Dad Preneur! I am neither a Dad nor an entrepreneur but the info in this book is for anyone wanting to advance in life. It benefited me and helped guide me to better my life choices in more ways than one. From improving mindset and work ethic to enjoying family life even more. 100% recommend this book to everyone." Isaiah Gonzales"This book is a great source of inspiration that will tell the story of what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur and family man." Leanne Vezanni"Everyone wants to know how Matt Smith does it. He reveals all of his secrets in this book to win. It's a must read for any person that has a passion for life. " Jenny"If you want to understand the importance of succeeding in BUSINESS and, more importantly, in LIFE, read this book!!!!" Chris Turner"Matt packages his own guide to help both men and women reach for more in business, balance, and life, but written from the perspective of a friend." Adam Sanchez"Matt's ability to win in business without sacrificing what matters most inspires me. Consider this book your game plan for building a legacy that will be felt for generations." Joseph BlairFather, NBA Coach, Philanthropist"Building a successful business takes courage & insight. Building 10 successful businesses and a loving family like Matt has requires unshakable confidence & proven systems. Matt generously shares his system for scaling a life full of meaning and purpose in this book. Consume this content, channel your inner Cereal Dad Preneur & create the wealth you desire." Stephen Grear Father, Founder of Reshoevn8r, Investor"Matt walks his walk and does it with a deep level of kindness and generosity. He is a powerhouse who makes everyone around him better. The world needs more Matt Smith's." George Carroll Father, Speaker, Best Selling Author and Business Strategist for Tony Robbins

Doctors are struggling. The profession has changed, from a craft focused on healing and built on knowledge, thought, and character, to what ends up feeling more and more like a factory job with an assembly line mentality, concerned primarily with budgets and efficiency. Doctors have gone from leaders to servants. Stress, uncertainty, and burnout have naturally followed. This is not a book about health care policy, or about what might, could, or should happen in the future. Instead, it's a book to help every doctor understand what is happening - to him, to his colleagues, and to his profession - and to help everyone who works with doctors understand how to harness the power of doctors in order to move health care forward. It's a book that shows doctors what they can do to empower themselves, expand their influence, and make a difference in their professional lives, every day. Solutions to health care problems have become so much more varied and complex than they used to be - but what they all have in common is that they are filtered through doctors. And, unfortunately, too many doctors today are suffering. In this book, you can take the three-step journey to help Rescue The Doctor - REFRAME the way you see the state of health care and the changes affecting doctors worldwide, TRANSLATE these shifts into the skills that you need in order to succeed and thrive, and then DELIVER real results - along the way becoming a more fulfilled, more satisfied, and more successful doctor - a rescued one. Doctors today aren't just patient healers - they're system healers, the connectors between management and patients, research and clinics - the bridge carrying medicine forward into the future. To rescue health care, and make things better - for patients and for society - it's imperative that we Rescue The Doctor. "Pramstaller and Smith offer doctors a clear and useful roadmap to accomplish the patient work that they aspire to. When doctors reframe, translate, and deliver, they rescue themselves and serve their patients. This rescue has implications for doctors, patients, policy makers, and administrators throughout the health care system. The authors do an exceptional job of adapting management principles to physician opportunities." -- Dave Ulrich, Rensis Likert Professor of Business, University of Michigan

Ever since Matt was a little boy, he wanted to be a police officer. He became one, and so can you! Little did Matt know, it was a lot more work than he expected. Find out that you have what it takes, no matter who you are! Matt Becomes a Police Officer, reinforces important life lessons regarding manners, healthy life choices, and how to treat others, while also providing perspective on police officers in their communities. Read along, to see what being a police officer is all about. Best of Luck!About the AuthorOfficer Matt has been a police officer in California since 1997. Matt wanted to be a police officer since he was in kindergarten. When not at work, Matt enjoys time with his family and friends. Matt also enjoys traveling, running, and martial arts.

Season 2 is a humorous travel memoir by Matt and Karen Smith, the authors of the original Dear Bob and Sue. In this installment, Matt and Karen write about their camping adventures and travels to public lands in the Western U.S. including national monuments, state parks and repeat visits to some of their favorite national parks.

Dragon SkyBy: Matt Smith and Cliff WiseDragon Sky, while it stands alone, is only one half of a much larger story. The core of the book focuses on the struggles of three strangers: Crystal, Alicia, and Assan. All three undergo growth in their own way. Crystal begins as a point of calm in a world of chaos. Is she the only one who has answers to unanswerable questions? But over time her companions learn the truth that they must come to trust their own insights. And Crystal sees that she can't stand alone. Separately, Crystal, Alicia, and Assan, create three elemental beings. While the setting could be referred to as post-apocalyptic, there are many aspects of it that make it unique. What had caused the Apocalypse is still present, lurking in the background: a constant threat more felt than consciously aware of. The "Shades," as they are known, are incarnations of pure terror and only become more terrifying the more the characters learn. The lesson I hope my readers learn from my characters is that perseverance can see you through everything. Try to surround yourself with people who will inspire you.About the AuthorWhen I was young, my interest in literature was limited by my ability to read. Not long after I was born, I developed a tumor that damaged both eyes. And while reading children's books was easy due to their large font, standard print was extremely difficult. The technology that existed to assist people like me was limited, in its infancy. It wasn't until high school that I found myself eager to read. Thanks to my freshman English teacher, I was introduced to the idea that the writer's words are only half of the story. It's the meaning and symbolism we attribute to them that affect how we experience the world that the author has created. It was also around this time that audiobooks began to be easily accessible. From then on that's how I experienced literature. When I began writing myself, I received a great piece of advice. A close friend of my uncle's, who had agreed to assist in editing this very book, told me that he felt like my book was reading to him. He told me to work hard to accentuate that aspect of my writing. That is advice I took to heart. Hopefully, anyone who reads my books lets my books read to them-as that is the best compliment I could ever receive.

Start off your web development journey the right way with this beginner-friendly introduction to PHP programming.This book will take you from beginner-level to professional PHP programming, through hundreds of in-depth examples and hands-on exercises. You’ll explore best practices for developing fast, secure, and easy-to-maintain websites, while establishing a broad foundation of programming knowledge and experience. You’ll learn how to: Create consistent, modern-looking web pages with easily customizable templates by combining dynamic PHP scripts, static HTML code, and Bootstrap stylingWrite server-side scripts for responding to HTTP requests, processing forms, and validating data Use browser sessions to implement shopping carts and user logins, and to store other user dataWrite scripts that can communicate with MySQL and other PDO databases, enabling database-driven, data-rich web applicationsImplement modern, best-practice website security, including user data sanitization, session-based logins using hashed passwords, and database prepared statementsSave time with up-to-date, professional, open-source tools, including Composer dependency management and the Twig templating libraryAs you follow along, you’ll learn real-life patterns and modern programming techniques for creating, extending, and modifying web applications, all using the powerful PHP language.

In 1977, future lawman Judge Dredd roared onto the pages of 2000AD and quickly became a fan favorite. Under the pens of John Wagner, Pat Mills, and many others, Dredd's world has thrilled fans and satirized society for over four decades. Judging Dredd: Examining the World of Judge Dredd travels the mean streets of Mega-City One and the wastes of the Cursed Earth. This collection of essays examines the series and its world, from its greatest sagas, its predictions on national security, Dredd's weirdest crossovers, and even his movie adaptations. With a foreword by Matt Smith and an interview with Rob Williams, this book is a must for every Judge Dredd fan! From Sequart Organization.

Unity 2018 is the new edition of the intuitive, multiplatform game engine that has become the industry defacto standard. In this significantly updated book, you will learn to craft your own 2D & 3D computer games by working through core concepts such as animation, shaders, and UI.

This cookbook will help you solve your game problems with carefully organized instructions and clear explanations. You'll learn to create stylish interfaces with the new UI system, use Unity 5's audio features, improve ambience by using lights and effects, and maximize game performance and frame rates with the help of advanced techniques.