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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , , ,

Arduino Enthusiast E-Book Bundle for $10

Arduino Enthusiast E-Book Bundle for $10

Master This Popular Open-Source Electronics Platform with 8 E-Books (1,900+ Pages) of Project-Based Instruction
Expires November 11, 2017 22:59 PST
Buy now and get 96% off

Arduino Wearable Projects

KEY FEATURES

If you’re interested in designing and building your own wearables, the Arduino platform is perfect for you. With this e-book, you’ll learn to create your own wearable projects by mastering different electronic components–such as LEDs and sensors–then applying your learnings through practical projects. You’ll consolidate your new skills in your final project, utilizing all the concepts you’ve learned to create a smartwatch complete with fitness tracking, Internet-based notifications, GPS, and time-telling.

  • Develop a basic understanding of wearable computing w/ 218 pages of content
  • Learn about Arduino & compatible prototyping platforms suitable for creating wearables
  • Understand the design process surrounding the creation of wearable objects
  • Gain insight into materials suitable for developing wearable projects
  • Design & create projects w/ various kinds of electronic components: interactive bike gloves, GPRS locator watch, etc.
  • Dive into programming for interactivity
  • Learn how to connect & interface wearables w/ Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
  • Get your hands dirty w/ your own personalized designs

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this e-book: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Basic knowledge of Arduino programming recommended

THE EXPERT

Tony Olsson is an Arduino enthusiast and author of this e-book. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino Electronics Blueprints

KEY FEATURES

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or an Arduino newbie, you’ll find this book useful for building amazing smart electronic devices. Start by building a sound effects generator using recorded audio-wave files you’ve made or obtained from the Internet. You’ll then build DC motor controllers operated by a web page, slide switch, or touch sensor, and end by constructing an electronic operating status display for an FM radio circuit using Arduino.

  • Build interactive electronic devices using the Arduino w/ 252 pages of content
  • Learn about web page, touch sensor, Bluetooth & infrared controls
  • Add SD & wave-file libraries to your Arduino code
  • Get to grips w/ SD card SPI communications
  • Interface an IR detection circuit to Arduino
  • Wire an OLED LCD to Arduino
  • Install the Nordic nRF8001 Bluetooth Low Energy code to Arduino
  • Build an HMI (Human Machine Interface) from a web page using JavaScript
  • Connect Arduino to a virtual server (Breakout.js)
  • Wire a small DC motor driver to Arduino w/ a transistor & diode circuit

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this e-book: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)

THE EXPERT

Don Wilcher is an electrical engineer who also moonlights as an author, instructor, and entrepreneur. He has experience working in various fields, including the automotive, industrial, and consumer industries, and teaches electrical engineering courses at ITT Tech. Don also spends his time developing Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects, writing DIY electronics books, and blogging for Design News Magazine. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino Development Cookbook

KEY FEATURES

Dive into over 50 step-by-step recipes to build virtually any Arduino project, whether simple or advanced. Topics encompass Arduino development essentials ranging from programming buttons to operating motors, managing sensors, and controlling displays. You’ll also find tips and tricks for troubleshooting any development problems and pushing your project to the next level.

  • Master all principle aspects of integration using the Arduino w/ 246 pages of content
  • Learn tools & components needed to build engaging electronics
  • Make the most of your board w/ practical tips and tricks
  • Read data from sensors & take action based on the environment
  • Use the Arduino to turn on lights, write to screens, or play light shows
  • Manipulate motors & other actuators to control different objects’ movement
  • Set up electronic circuits on a breadboard to interact w/ the Arduino
  • Explore hacks to push your project to the next level
  • Make your projects wireless & have them communicate with the computer

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this e-book: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)

THE EXPERT

Cornel Amariei is a Romanian inventor and entrepreneur in the fields of Robotics and 3D printing. He has been working with the Arduino platform since 2007, and has built hundreds of Arduino projects ranging from quadcopters to levitating magnets and underwater robots. Currently, he splits his time between his undergraduate studies in electric engineering and computer science at Jacobs University in Bremen, Germany, and his startups and R&D job. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Internet of Things with Arduino Blueprints

KEY FEATURES

Arduino is the ideal platform with which to experiment on Internet of Things projects, and this e-book the ideal medium through which to learn. You’ll work through eight projects that will teach you how to assemble devices that communicate with one another, access data over the Internet, store and retrieve data, and interact with users. These projects also serve as blueprints for any other IoT projects you hope to tackle in the future.

  • Build Internet-based Arduino devices to secure your home w/ 210 pages of content
  • Connect sensors and actuators to the Arduino & access Internet data
  • Make a powerful Internet-controlled relay w/ an embedded web server to monitor & control home appliances
  • Build a portable Wi-Fi signal strength sensor to give haptic feedback about signal strength to the user
  • Measure water flow speed & volume w/ liquid flow sensors and record real-time readings
  • Set up motion-activated Arduino security cameras & upload images to the cloud
  • Implement real-time data logging of a solar panel voltage w/ Arduino cloud connectors
  • Track locations w/ GPS & upload location data to the cloud
  • Control a garage door light w/ your Twitter feed
  • Control infrared enabled devices w/ IR remote & Arduino

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this e-book: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Basic knowledge of electronics recommended

THE EXPERT

Pradeeka Seneviratne is a software engineer with over 10 years of experience in computer programming and systems designing. He loves programming embedded systems such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, and is currently a full-time software engineer who works with highly scalable technologies. Previously, he worked as a software engineer for several IT infrastructure and technology servicing companies, and was also a teacher for information technology and Arduino development. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino by Example

KEY FEATURES

Arduino by Example is a project-oriented guide to help you fully utilize the power of one of the world’s most powerful open source platforms, Arduino. This book demonstrates three projects ranging from a home automation project involving your lighting system to a simple robotic project to a touch sensor project. You will first learn the basic concepts such as how to get started with the Arduino, then develop the practical skills needed to successfully build Arduino-powered projects with real-life impact.

  • Master use of the Arduino inside & out w/ 242 pages of content
  • Integrate sensors to gather & effectively display environmental data
  • Add Bluetooth, Wi-Fi & other modules to allow the Arduino to communicate & send data between devices
  • Build automated projects to learn complex algorithms that mimic biological locomotion
  • Create simple servers to facilitate communication
  • Maximize the Arduino’s capabilities w/ Python, Processing & other programming tools
  • Practice & learn basic programming etiquette

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Working Arduino system required
  • Some programming background required (ideally in C/C++)
  • Basic knowledge of Arduino recommended

THE EXPERT

Adith Jagadish Boloor is a mechanical engineering student at Purdue University. He is passionate about robotics, computer-aided design, rapid prototyping, and the Internet of Things, and seeks to pass on his knowledge through his Arduino e-book. For more details on the e-book and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino iOS Blueprints

KEY FEATURES

Arduino has become a widely adopted platform for its easy usability and flexibility, and iOS devices are nothing if not ubiquitous. Dive into this comprehensive project-based book, master the art of integrating the two, and learn how to build devices that are highly useful in everyday life. You’ll learn how to control Arduino using an iPhone or iPad, understand the different components that interact with the Arduino–digital and analog I/O, Wi-Fi shields, and more–and master iOS development essentials in the process.

  • Design circuits w/ Arduino using sensors & actuators w/ 240 pages of content
  • Write code to handle analog & digital sensors w/ commonly used protocols: OneWire, I2C, SPI & more
  • Store data on SD Card & in EEPROM
  • Build iOS applications using the MCV pattern & the UIKit components
  • Allow your applications to control Arduino and its hooked-up devices
  • Manage TCP/IP, UDP, and Bluetooth BLE communication between Arduino & iOS devices
  • Make your iOS application utilize the sensors available in iOS devices, including the accelerometer, gyroscope & compass
  • Develop iOS applications that use iBeacons

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Basic knowledge of Arduino & iOS development required

THE EXPERT

Fabrizio Boco started learning about electronics when he was a teen, and began programming in 1980. He holds a degree in electronic engineering and is currently a freelance IT manager and architect with over 20 years of experience consulting for private and public companies in Italy. He has been an iOS developer since 2009, and has designed and developed Arduino Manager–an iOS, Mac OS X, and Android application that can be used to control Arduino (and Arduino-compatible) boards. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino Robotic Projects

KEY FEATURES

This e-book starts with the fundamentals of turning on the basic Arduino hardware, then provides complete, step-by-step instructions on how to maximize its potential. You’ll learn by doing–building projects that can move using DC motors, walk using servo motors, and avoid barriers using its sensors. On top of that, you’ll also learn how to add more complex navigational techniques (such as GPRS) so that your robot won’t get lost.

  • Develop a series of exciting robots that can sail, go under water, and fly w/ 240 pages of content
  • Effectively control the movements of all types of motors using Arduino
  • Use sensors, GPS & a magnetic compass to give your robot direction and make it lifelike
  • Acquaint yourself with many different kinds of Arduinos to choose the right one for your app
  • Unbox, power up & configure your Arduino
  • Tweak Arduino to make wheels or legs move so your robot can be mobile
  • Add GPS to your projects so your robots can know where they are
  • Use RF signals to control your robot remotely
  • Connect your robot to a display so you can see what it is thinking
  • Build more complex robots that can move, swim, or fly

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Some programming knowledge recommended

THE EXPERT

Richard Grimmett continues to have more fun than he should be allowed working on robotics projects while teaching computer science and electrical engineering at Brigham Young University-Idaho. He has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in electrical engineering and a PhD in leadership studies. This is the latest book, in a long series of books detailing how to use Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and BeagleBone Black for robotics projects, written by him. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Arduino Android Blueprints

KEY FEATURES

Learn to build interactive electronic devices controllable from any Android device by working through a series of projects. Each project is explained in a step-by-step fashion, starting with the required components and hardware assembly instructions, meaning following along is easy even for beginners. Whether you’re configuring an app to display tweets or controlling basic functions of the Arduino board, you’ll consolidate your knowledge of all things Arduino and get up to speed in no time.

  • Build Wi-Fi or Bluetooth-controlled Arduino systems w/ 250 pages of content
  • Make a weather measurement station that can be monitored from Android
  • Build a smart power switch that can be controlled via Wi-Fi from Android
  • Monitor your home remotely with a wireless security camera
  • Control a servo motor w/ Bluetooth Low Energy using your phone’s gyroscope
  • Open or close a door using voice controls or NFC
  • Control a mobile robot using Bluetooth Low Energy

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this e-book: lifetime
  • Access options: download for offline access
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

  • Internet required (for download)
  • Basic electronics & programming experience required

THE EXPERT

Marco Schwartz is an electrical engineer, entrepreneur, and blogger. His interests gravitate around electronics, home automation, the Arduino and Raspberry Pi platforms, open source hardware projects, and 3D printing. Meanwhile, Stefan Buttigieg is a medical doctor, mobile developer, and entrepreneur. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in health informatics and is the founder of MD Geeks, an online community at the intersection of healthcare and information technology. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This e-book is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , , ,

Mini Foldable Arc Wireless Mouse for $19

Mini Foldable Arc Wireless Mouse for $19

This Unique, Stylish & Portable Mouse Is 100% Clickworthy
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 58% off

KEY FEATURES

The Wireless Arc Mouse is a unique take on an everyday necessity, and it’s already got much of the tech world ditching their trackpads. It’s incredibly compact, so it can slip into your laptop bag way easier than the average bulky wireless mouse. Not to mention, the sleek arc fits just right in your hand and the design completes any high-tech look.

  • Folds into itself to become super portable
  • Provides high accuracy & reliability
  • Connects to your laptop at a long range wireless distance
  • Works on a 16-channel, frequency-hopping spread spectrum
  • Connects w/ combo & USB ports
  • Includes nano mini USB receiver

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Wireless frequency: 2.4GHZ
  • Receiver: Ultra Mini Storable
  • Hand orientation: left or right-handed
  • Tracking resolution: 1600 DPI
  • Mouse size: 3.35″ x 2.56″ x 0.91″
  • Receiver: 0.71″ x 0.57″ x 0.26″
  • Vertical scroll
  • Scrolling capability
  • 16-channel, frequency-hopping spread spectrum
  • Uses 2 AAA batteries (up to 3 months), not included

Includes:

  • Mini Foldable Wireless Arc Mouse (black)

Compatibility

  • Bluetooth-compatible devices
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows XP
  • Windows SP2
  • Vista 32/64 bit
  • Mac OS X 10.2.8 or later
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , ,

Whiskey Bullets & Cylinder Set for $60

Whiskey Bullets & Cylinder Set for $60

Chill the Liquor, Keep the Flavor. These New Ice Cubes Are Dangerously Cold.
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 12% off

KEY FEATURES

Upgrade your drinking game, and don’t water down a perfectly good drink in the process. These stainless steel bullets will cool your drink to perfection without changing its flavor one bit. Simply take them out of the freezer, enjoy your beverage responsibly, then return to the freezer to await tomorrow’s libations. Cheers to that.

  • Includes an anodized, black aluminum cylinder for storage
  • Chills any type of liquor or wine
  • Made of flavorless stainless steel
  • Easily rechills in freezer after use

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

Includes:

  • Set of 6 Whiskey Bullets
  • Aluminium Carrying Cylinder
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , , , ,

Bomber Barrel Duffel Bag Complete Set for $69

Bomber Barrel Duffel Bag Complete Set for $69

Pack Your Essentials in This Primo Duffle Bag & Mini Travel Kit
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 65% off

KEY FEATURES

You may have your everyday essentials down pat, but getting them from point a to point b is a different struggle. The Bomber Duffle is made for people like you. From its premium, weather-resistant materials to its carefully designed pockets to house the big and the small, this bag will take your organization to new heights. Plus the included travel kit will keep your even smaller essentials right where you left them.

Kickstarter’s most funded bag ever!

  • Bomber duffle & travel kit included
  • Adjustable premium quality, padded quick release shoulder strap
  • Wraparound rivet reinforced carry handles w/ padded velcro grip
  • Inner pocket for small essentials
  • Outer pocket for small essentials
  • Ultra lightweight design
  • Military-grade clips
  • Waterproof zippers
  • Emergency paracord zipper pulls
  • Weather resistant material

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Duffel dimensions: 16″L x 10″W x 10″H
  • Weather resistant
  • Material: ultra quality ripstop nylon
  • Duffle weight: under 1 lb
  • Travel kit weight: 0.17 lb

Includes:

  • Bomber Barrel Duffle Bag Complete Set (black)
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , ,

Bomber Carabiner Paracord Keychain for $18

Bomber Carabiner Paracord Keychain for $18

Carry More Than Keys, Carry Your In-Case-of-Emergency Keychain
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 17% off

KEY FEATURES

What appears to be a rugged keychain is actually 1.5 meters of 550lb military-grade emergency braided paracord. With this keychain on hand, you’ll be fully prepared for any survival situation. Plus Bomber and Company dishes out a lifetime guarantee with each keychain to prove their unwavering high-quality standards.

  • Emergency paracord (4.9 feet)
  • 550 Pound strength
  • Type III military spec: 7 strand
  • Firestarter flint & steel
  • Military-grade carabiner

Also available in green. See drop-down above!

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Weight: 2.1 oz
  • Length of paracord: 4.9 feet
  • Material: 100% Nylon Type III

Includes:

  • Bomber Carabiner Paracord Keychain (black)
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , ,

Videography Bootcamp for $39

Videography Bootcamp for $39

Capture & Edit Amazing Video with 8 Courses (33.5+ Hours) of Instruction
Expires October 16, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 97% off

Complete Adobe Premiere Pro Video Editing Course: Be a Pro!

KEY FEATURES

If you’re watching a well-edited, polished video, it was likely made with Adobe Premiere Pro. The go-to video editing application for creative professionals, Premiere is an indispensable part of any videographer’s toolbox. You’ll learn how to edit audio, add transitions, and more, tapping into Premiere’s rich array of tools to turn out polished videos certain to impress.

  • Get an overview of Adobe Premiere Pro w/ 5 hours of content
  • Edit audio & add video effects
  • Learn color correction & color grading
  • Add text & titles: choose a font, format your titles and add motion to titles
  • Add video effects & transitions
  • Export & upload your videos to YouTube
  • Create pro-quality footage
  • Learn skills necessary for entering a career in video production

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is passionate about inspiring people through online courses, of which 100,000 students have taken since 2012. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he has shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

DSLR Video Production – Start Shooting Better Video Today

KEY FEATURES

Who says you need pricey equipment to craft amazing videos? Tap into the potential of your DSLR as a video recording dynamo with this in-depth course. You’ll start with the basics of navigating your camera settings, then learn to set up great shot composition, accrue the right equipment, effectively light your shots, and much more.

  • Learn to film amazing videos on your DSLR w/ 4 hours of content
  • Shoot video in manual mode: configure shutter speed, white balance settings & more
  • Learn video composition basics: the rule of thirds, close-up shots, etc.
  • Get the equipment you need: camera body, lenses, tripods, etc.
  • Illuminate your footage w/ ambient lighting, spotlights & more
  • Utilize stabilization, composition & lighting
  • Record crystal-clear audio: utilize lapel & boom mics, reduce background noise, etc.
  • Shoot in slow motion, w/ multiple cameras & more
  • Master video editing on a DSLR: edit a montage, ingest video, create sequences, etc.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is passionate about inspiring people through online courses, of which 100,000 students have taken since 2012. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he has shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Cinematography Masterclass: Start Shooting Better Video Now

KEY FEATURES

If you want to shoot great films, or any video footage for that matter, crafting well-executed cinematography is a must. Learn everything from selecting the right equipment to effectively lighting your shots, master cinematography in no time, and capture amazing video no matter the device by course’s end.

  • Dive into all things cinematography w/ 4 hours of content
  • Shoot stunning video no matter your equipment of choice: DSLR, GoPro, iPhone, etc.
  • Learn the fundamentals: choosing between a digital or film camera, understanding how resolution & frame rate work, etc.
  • Properly expose your videos by configuring frame rate, ISO, shutter speed & more
  • Coordinate camera movement w/ tripods, dollies, drones & more
  • Effectively light your video shots w/ different styles & using lighting kits
  • Work w/ the different departments on a film set
  • Benefit from top-notch instruction straight from a pro cinematographer

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is passionate about inspiring people through online courses, of which 100,000 students have taken since 2012. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he has shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Introduction to Camtasia, Final Cut Pro X & Wirecast for Live Streaming

KEY FEATURES

Whether you’re looking to be a YouTube guru or conducting a seminar via livestream, you should know how to create and upload online video. From setting up your lighting to mastering use of screencasting and recording programs such as Camtasia Studio and Final Cut Pro X, you’ll learn all you need to become an online video pro.

  • Learn to create & export online videos w/ 6 hours of content
  • Understand what video production hardware & software you need: the right computer, lighting setup, green screen, etc.
  • Master Camtasia Studio to create screen capture video tutorials
  • Use Final Cut Pro X to craft long YouTube video tutorials & talking head videos
  • Craft online courses, live streams & more
  • Tap into a potentially lucrative source of income

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Jerry Banfield has been an online entrepreneur since 2011, having served hundreds of clients in over 20 countries and managed billions of Facebook ads. He has learned how to drive large amounts of organic Google and YouTube traffic to his website, and teaches online courses sharing his experience with students worldwide. A member of the MENSA society, Jerry holds degrees from the University of South Carolina and the University of South Florida. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Drones: Learn Aerial Photography & Videography Basics

KEY FEATURES

The secret to filming stunning aerial videography? Drones. Capture dynamic footage formerly only possible via helicopter or plane, and more efficiently and inexpensively than you thought possible. You’ll master the essentials of drone-powered videography–ranging from drone flying safety measures to footage editing techniques–and will be ready to turn out polished videos guaranteed to impress viewers by course’s end.

  • Use drones to capture aerial footage w/ over 2 hours of content
  • Understand important FAA regulations & safety tips
  • Learn how to maneuver a drone like an expert
  • Choose the right drone
  • Utilize first person view (FPV) to craft dynamic footage
  • Understand important safety measures for flying drones
  • Edit your footage in post-processing
  • Effectively use your aerial imaging to craft a story
  • Travel w/ your drone without any fuss

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Richardson is a full time photographer and videographer who has built custom multirotors and has been capturing aerial imagery for over two years. He’s traveled worldwide with his current quadcopter, (an Inspire 1) and has mastered the techniques for getting stunning aerial shots while maintaining safety. Mark has hundreds of hours of multirotor flight time under his belt, with a zero crash record on the Inspire 1. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Filmmaking Hacks: Secrets to Shoot & Market Your Indie Film

KEY FEATURES

This course will walk you through the entire filmmaking process for three award-winning indie films. From casting to choreography to audio and visual editing, you’ll learn valuable takeaways applicable to your own filmmaking aspirations. Best of all? You’re receiving top-notch film instruction while spending a fraction of the time and money required of a formal film school education.

  • Learn proven techniques for shooting & marketing your indie film w/ 9 hours of content
  • Dive into real world case studies on 3 award-winning films
  • Get instruction from pros w/ credits in Jurassic World, Avatar & other blockbusters
  • Learn pre-production essentials: rehearsing w/ actors, crafting your film’s look, casting, etc.
  • Master production essentials: shooting action sequences, applying makeup & more
  • Understand post-production essentials: color correction, title sequencing, etc.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Alex Ferrari has been in the film industry for over 20 years, and has worked on over 1000 feature films, shorts, commercials, music videos, network promos, documentaries and webisodes. His personal films have been screened in 600+ film festivals around the world. He also runs Indie Film Hustle, a website offering instruction on how to survive and thrive in the film business. Alex has worked with Academy Award and Sundance winners, as well as beginning film students eager to learn from his expertise. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

GoPro for Beginners: How to Shoot & Edit Video with a GoPro

KEY FEATURES

GoPro cameras may have made it easier than ever for users to shoot action video, but this course will teach you key principles to truly elevate your footage. From shooting on your GoPro’s manual mode to polishing your video in post-production, you’ll become adept at capturing and sharing your adventures hitting the trails, surfing, and more.

  • Shoot & edit great video using any GoPro camera w/ 1.5 hours of content
  • Easily maneuver the settings on your GoPro
  • Shoot using a GoPro’s manual settings
  • Utilize the right equipment to execute impressive shots
  • Use GoPro Studio to edit video: add titles & music, export your video, etc.
  • Use style presets to enhance the look of your video
  • Export HD videos to share online

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is passionate about inspiring people through online courses, of which 100,000 students have taken since 2012. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he has shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Complete Green Screen Video Editing For Beginners & Pros

KEY FEATURES

Think of the words “green screen,” and you may envision a complex (and expensive) filmmaking setup. But that’s not necessarily the case. As you’ll quickly learn, green screens are a highly effective way of implementing special effects in smaller scale projects in addition to big-budget productions. You’ll learn the basics of using Adobe Premiere Pro and other popular video editing programs, mastering best practices for creating films with truly impressive visual effects.

  • Master green screen editing w/ 4 hours of content
  • Learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects & Final Cut Pro X
  • Implement color key effects
  • Add a background to your footage
  • Polish your footage using color correction
  • Improve your footage by cropping it
  • Master advanced green screen editing techniques: create a driving scene, enhance your workflow, etc.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required
  • Final Cut Pro X, FInal Cut Pro 7, Adobe Premiere Pro, and/or Adobe After Effects
  • Free trial versions of Adobe Premiere & After Effects are available for download

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is passionate about inspiring people through online courses, of which 100,000 students have taken since 2012. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he has shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

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Ruby on Rails Coding Bootcamp for $29

Ruby on Rails Coding Bootcamp for $29

Be a Rails Blazer! Develop Web Apps on This Powerful Platform with 57+ Hours of Hands-On Instruction!
Expires August 17, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 97% off

BDD with Ruby on Rails: Using RSpec 3 & Capybara

KEY FEATURES

This unique course provides a thorough introduction to using Behavior Driven Development (BDD) to build web applications with Ruby on Rails. Why? The advantages go on and on– for example the feature specs used extensively in BDD read like plain English. This allows end users and developers to easily communicate with each other, and even allows end users to write the features themselves.

  • Learn Behavior Driven Development w/ over 103 lectures & 13 hours of content
  • Gain essential RSpec & Capybara experience for automated testing
  • Emulate browser-based user behavior to complete a business process from beginning to end
  • Give your resume a boost
  • Build two complex & functional web apps
  • Learn to work w/ external JavaScript libraries for charts & date pickers
  • Study migrations, one-to-many & many-to-many associations
  • Utilize Rails 4.2

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

  • Basic understanding of Rails suggested
  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mashrur Hossain has been a technology professional for over a decade and holds degrees in both Computer Science and Economics. He has worked with Enterprise Software Systems throughout his career with roles in analysis, development, and management. He is very passionate about web application development, and believes Ruby on Rails has proven to be a very strong force in this field. Join him for his comprehensive Ruby on Rails Developer courses as he guides you through the world of web application development using Rails.

Emmanuel Asante studied mining engineering and information systems at the University of South Africa. While working in the mines, he developed various mining, rock mechanics, and geological applications using languages ranging from Perl, Turbo Pascal to C#, Java and Ruby. In particular, he developed a mining production information management system, as well as a pit crew performance management system, both for Thompson Creek Metals (Endako Mines). Also noteworthy was his client management application for Snowden Mining Industry Consultants.

For more details on this course and the instructors, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

The Professional Ruby on Rails Developer

KEY FEATURES

This in-depth course provides a thorough introduction to web application development using the Rails framework. Why Ruby on Rails? Since its introduction, it’s rapidly become one of the most powerful tools available. It’s even used by top sites like Basecamp, Twitter, Shopify, Github, Groupon, Hulu, Airbnb, and many more. This course takes an extremely hands-on approach, even the code you’ll use is created from scratch, limiting the use of shortcuts and generators. You’ll dive right in and use a pre-configured Ruby on Rails development environment to master essential skills.

  • Practice & understand the fundamentals w/ 94 lectures & 15+ hours of content
  • Study Rails 4 using cloud-based Integrated Development Environment
  • Work w/ Git for version control & GitHub as a code repository
  • Study Rails MVC structure in-depth: models, views & controllers
  • Conceptualize & design using wireframing tools
  • Building an authentication system using default Rails stack: admin feature, log in/logout & signup
  • Work w/ Bootstrap for UI, Amazon Web Services for file/image hosting, file uploaders, Gravatars
  • Test Driven Development (TDD) for certain features using Minitest
  • Study model & non-model backed forms, implementing like/dislike voting feature
  • Learn migrations, one-to-many & many-to-many associations

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mashrur Hossain has been a technology professional for over a decade and holds degrees in both Computer Science and Economics. He has worked with Enterprise Software Systems throughout his career with roles in analysis, development, and management. He is very passionate about web application development, and believes Ruby on Rails has proven to be a very strong force in this field. Join him for his comprehensive Ruby on Rails Developer courses as he guides you through the world of web application development using Rails.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Learn Ruby on Rails by Building Projects

KEY FEATURES

Projects in Ruby On Rails is for developers looking to upgrade their skills without enrolling in a full time coding institution. Primarily taught in Linux, this course also includes tutorials to help you get started in Windows if needed. The following projects have been selected and created for this course, and will not only help you understand the core concepts of Ruby on Rails, but also teach you essential best practices for web development.

  • Upgrade your Ruby on Rails skills w/ over 47 lectures & 13 hours of content
  • Install Ruby on Rails & MySQL to build a simple web app
  • Create a complete blog management system like WordPress while mastering Ruby technique
  • Explore professional Ruby techniques while creating a Ruby image gallery
  • Extend your code to make a shopping cart
  • Learn to use Ruby code effectively in commercial projects
  • Study best software development practices

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required
  • Basic knowledge of Ruby and Rails & Linux suggested

THE EXPERT

Eduonix creates and distributes high-quality technology training content on the web! Their team of industry professionals have been training manpower for more than a decade, and aim to teach technology the way it’s used in the professional world. They have a professional team of trainers for technologies ranging from mobility to web to enterprise to database and server administration.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Comprehensive Ruby on Rails

KEY FEATURES

What does it take to become a full stack web developer? You need to know: server side coding, database design, HTML, CSS, algorithm development, file manipulation, routing, API integration, and the list goes on and on. This course walks you step-by-step through every skill you will need, and does so by showing you how to build an actual production application. Starting completely from scratch, you’ll learn how to set up your environment, create the application, build in advanced features, and finally deploy to the web!

  • Learn to build applications w/ Ruby on Rails with 38 lectures & 6.5 hours of content
  • Study Rails scaffold generators
  • Learn how to use git repositories
  • Build custom file uploaders & downloaders
  • Understand database modeling & query generation
  • Create & handle form data for input into the database
  • Set up secure user logins
  • Build a search engine for the app
  • Learn HTML & CSS customization
  • Use the Rails console
  • Deploy the application to a live website
  • See how the Model – View – Controller (MVC) framework works in action
  • Study object oriented programming (OOP)

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Jordan Hudgens has been a software engineer for the past decade and has traveled the world building applications and training individuals on a wide variety of topics ranging from programming techniques to Microsoft Office solutions.

With a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Jordan focuses on project driven education, as opposed to pure theory based development. This style of teaching is conducive to learning how to actually build products in a short period of time.

Jordan currently develops projects for clients in a number of different industries utilizing a variety of programming languages and frameworks, including: Ruby on Rails, Java, PHP, Swift, and AngularJS.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Ruby on Rails for Web Development

KEY FEATURES

Ruby on Rails can seem overwhelming at first, but it doesn’t have to be! In this course, you’ll follow along with step-by-step instructions for building your first web app in minutes. You’ll be amazed how quick and easy it is to create very professional looking websites, even if you have no programming or web design experience at all. You don’t even need to know the Ruby programming language to get started–so what are you waiting for?

  • Learn to use Ruby on Rails for web development w/ 19 videos & 5 hours of content
  • Watch the creation of a Pinterest website
  • Follow along & build your own clone of the Pinterest site
  • Get a solid understanding of Ruby on Rails & how to use it to build awesome web apps
  • Watch the videos at your own pace
  • Post questions along the way if you get stuck

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required
  • Some web programming knowledge such as HTML & CSS suggested

THE EXPERT

John Elder is a pioneer in Internet Marketing who created one of the first Internet advertising networks back in 1997. He sold it to a publicly traded company at the height of the dot com boom and then went on to create the best-selling Submission-Spider search engine submission software that’s been used by over 3 million individuals and small businesses in over 45 countries.

Today he teaches Web Development courses at Codemy the online code school he founded. John graduated with honors with a degree in economics from Washington University in St. Louis where he was an artsci scholar.

Ruby on Rails for Beginners

KEY FEATURES

Ruby on Rails allows developers to create fully interactive, flawless web applications in record time. It’s the framework of choice for most of the websites we visit because it has complex applications yet is simply to use. Ruby on Rails is optimized for simple, efficient programming, and is used to provide default structures for databases, web services, and web pages. Not to mention it facilitates the use of web standards in JSON, XML, HTML, and JavaScript among others. If you love solving problems and want to up the ante on your next job application, this course is for you.

  • Create fully interactive Rails applications w/ 38 lectures & 5 hours of content
  • Learn how applications are built
  • Connect databases to Rails applications
  • Complete a challenging course project
  • Boost your employability with a valuable new skill
  • Study requirements, installation & the basic setup and features
  • Understand what Rails can do

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

  • Internet required
  • Some web programming knowledge such as HTML & CSS suggested

THE EXPERT

Stone River eLearning calls themselves the Online Technology Bootcamp because technology is all they teach. Whatever you’re interested in from programming to web and mobile development to graphic and web design – they have it covered. Join over 250,000 students currently taking Stone River eLearning courses, and start learning today!

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , , ,

Project Management Certified Professional Bundle for $25

Project Management Certified Professional Bundle for $25

Become a Project Management Powerhouse with 2 Courses on Nabbing the CompTIA Project+ & PMP® Certifications
Expires August 29, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 95% off

CompTIA Project+ Certification

KEY FEATURES

Learn to lead projects with confidence and gain skills that are sure to advance your career. Effectively managing projects from start to finish is essential to any industry, inside and outside of IT, and this certification is the validation you need to qualify for the position of your dreams.

  • Confirm your knowledge of the entire project management lifecycle
  • Manage projects from initiation & planning to execution, acceptance, support & closure
  • Complete projects on time & within budget
  • Understand common project management terminology used throughout the industry
  • Go through curriculum for the PMP Certification
  • Get the training & knowledge needed to succeed

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: 2 years
  • Access options: web streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 60 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels
  • Once you are ready for your exam, you can make an appointment to take the official exam at any center worldwide
  • Restrictions: exam vouchers not included

Compatibility

  • A laptop or desktop computer with Microsoft Windows
  • To view your courses on Android & iOS devices, download the Photon Flash app in the Google Play or iTunes stores. The Google Play version is free, but you will have to pay a small fee for the iTunes version.
  • High-speed/broadband Internet access
  • Speakers or earphones

THE EXPERT

iCollege is a leading international provider of E-Learning courses, learning technologies, and development services. iCollege is a collaborative venture between XpertSkills and XpertEase Software. The synergistic result of the joint venture enable them to provide sophisticated, innovative, relevant, flexible, and cost-effective learning solutions. Their collective knowledge and experience in education and training provision sets the standard for service delivery in learning solutions.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification

KEY FEATURES

If you’re serious about entering project management, nabbing the PMP® certification will effectively boost your chances. And if you’re intent on becoming certified, this course is a great place to start. You’ll receive premium instruction on important exam topics, such as time, cost, and quality management principles, and will find yourself overseeing projects to perfection in no time.

  • Run through common PMP® exam topics
  • Build a strong project management skill set applicable beyond the exam
  • Understand the entire project life cycle from start to finish
  • Effectively manage different facets of projects: time, cost, quality & more
  • Master principles important to the success of any project
  • View sample questions comparable to those on the exam

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: 2 years
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 60 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels
  • Once you are ready for your exam, you can make an appointment to take the official exam at any center worldwide
  • Restrictions: exam vouchers not included

Compatibility

  • A laptop or desktop computer with Microsoft Windows
  • To view your courses on Android & iOS devices, download the Photon Flash app in the Google Play or iTunes stores. The Google Play version is free, but you will have to pay a small fee for the iTunes version.
  • High-speed/broadband Internet access
  • Speakers or earphones

THE EXPERT

iCollege is a leading international provider of E-Learning courses, learning technologies, and development services. iCollege is a collaborative venture between XpertSkills and XpertEase Software. The synergistic result of the joint venture enable them to provide sophisticated, innovative, relevant, flexible, and cost-effective learning solutions. Their collective knowledge and experience in education and training provision sets the standard for service delivery in learning solutions.

For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , , , ,

MOS Reach 5-Ft Power Extension Solution for $21

MOS Reach 5-Ft Power Extension Solution for $21

Don’t Reach, MOS Brings Dual USB Ports & A Power Outlet to You
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 26% off

KEY FEATURES

MOS Reach 5’ Power Extension Solution brings the power to you. Instead of struggling to reach a poorly located outlet (i.e. under the bed or behind a desk), plug in the MOS Reach and mount it wherever works for you. Then enjoy two USB ports and a three-prong AC outlet at your convenience.

  • 2 USB outlets & 3-prong 110-volt outlet charge multiple devices at once
  • 5-foot cord ensures you can bring the power w/ you
  • 2 Magnets on the side hold cables
  • Soft-touch TPE cable jacket is soft & safe
  • 45° angle power plug fits in tight spaces like behind furniture

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • 2x 3.1 amp USB outlets
  • 3-prong 110 volt outlet
  • 5’ cable
  • 45° angle power plug
  • Materials: ABS/polycarbonate combination, TPE, 2 Neodymium magnets

Includes:

  • MOS Reach 5ft Power Extension Solution (black)
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , ,

UI & UX Design Bootcamp for $39

UI & UX Design Bootcamp for $39

6 Courses (39+ Hours) of Content to Build Products That Both Look & Work Beautifully
Expires August 24, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 96% off

Become a Senior UX Design Strategist

KEY FEATURES

Take your UX design skills to the next level by learning to build and execute upon a UX strategy. You’ll master essentials such as how to interview users, develop projects from start to finish, lead a UX team, and more–equipping you with the skills and knowledge to enter a UX consulting career.

  • Create & run a successful UX project w/ over 3 hours of content
  • Get an overview of UX strategy fundamentals
  • Learn valuable productivity hacks
  • Understand how to conduct user interviews
  • Develop & streamline a UX strategy
  • Lead a design team with no problem
  • Build the skills necessary to enter a UX consulting career

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

  • Internet required
  • Basic UX design experience required

THE EXPERT

Mariano Goren has over 8 years of experience working in the digital industry, where he’s honed his business, psychology, and technology expertise. He’s done UX consulting for many clients, including Fortune 500 companies the likes of Wells Fargo, JP Morgan Chase, Santander Río, and more. He has also served as an Academic Coordinator for ITBA (Technological Institute of Buenos Aires) and University of Palermo, both international-grade educational institutions. Finally, Mariano has founded Solutionants and LaEscue.la, and has co-founded IxDA Buenos Aires & Movimiento de Diseño Inclusivo. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Rapid Prototyping with Ionic: Build a Data-Driven Mobile App

KEY FEATURES

Create a stock market mobile app from start to finish, and build valuable programming skills in the process. You’ll master everything from Ionic, AngularJS, Node.js, and other must-know frameworks, ending the course with both a robust coding skill set and a product that looks as good as it works.

  • Build a full-fledged mobile app w/ over 5 hours of content
  • Learn valuable programming skills: AngularJS, Cordova, Node.js, etc.
  • Master using the Ionic mobile app framework
  • Configure an API to ingest data into your app
  • Utilize the NVD3 library, add & configure caching, etc.
  • Hone highly marketable programming skills

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Hunter Leaman is an entrepreneur who sees business and entrepreneurship as canvases for personal artistic expression. He is the founder of LX Labs, an idea development and project management company aimed at helping entrepreneurs turn their dreams into reality. In addition to pursuing his passion for Web and tech development, Hunter also moonlights as a teacher and mentor to fellow entrepreneurs. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Android Design: Learn UX, UI & Android Marshmallow

KEY FEATURES

Continue your UX/UI design journey by learning design principles as they apply to Android mobile development. You’ll first dive into the fundamentals of UX design, then master the principles of Android Material Design–the latest visual language developed by Google. On top of that, you’ll bring your wireframes and designs to life in Photoshop, learn how to develop your app within the Android Studio development environment, and more–rounding out your skill set as a bona fide designer.

  • Understand UX design fundamentals & apply them towards Android app development w/ over 9 hours of content
  • Master Android design basics: colors, typography, icons & more
  • Utilize Android material design UI patterns
  • Use Adobe Photoshop to craft wireframe & page designs
  • Install & utilize the Android Studio IDE to develop for Android
  • Build a real, working app to add buttons, set colors, etc.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Deimantas Brandišauskas is a passionate mobile UX/UI designer and Front-End Developer who firmly believes that well-designed apps are just as important as well-built apps. He sees UX design as all about creating relationships between users and technology, and boasts over 5 years of experience in front-end development. His workflow involves going from initial app idea to a polished, well-developed app. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

How to Build Habit-Forming Products

KEY FEATURES

In this course, you’ll master the art of building a successful product with an active user base. Receive instruction straight from author, speaker, and entrepreneur Nir Eyal, who expands upon ideas in his popular book, Hooked: A Guide to Building Habit-Forming Products. You’ll delve into key habit formation principles, apply them to the product design process, and much more, learning to create a product users will be eager to use repeatedly.

  • Build habit-forming products w/ over 2 hours of content
  • Study the “Hook Model”, a new way of thinking about the components that influence user behavior
  • Explore tactics that companies like Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter use to drive repeat engagement
  • Comprehend common design patterns of habit-forming products
  • Understand the stages of habit formation
  • Optimize products for user retention
  • Learn practical steps for leading a habit-driven design process

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. He has founded two tech companies since 2003, and has taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. He is the author of the bestselling book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products. In addition to blogging at NirAndFar.com, Nir is a contributing writer for TechCrunch, Inc. and Psychology Today. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Mobile User Experience: The Complete Guide to Mobile

KEY FEATURES

If you’re interested in building stunning mobile apps that don’t just look great but also work beautifully, this course is for you. You’ll learn to approach the design process from your users’ standpoint–collecting information on their specific needs, testing designs to see which resonates with them, and more–to build a product they truly love.

  • Master mobile UX principles w/ over 7 hours of instruction
  • Understand the design principles & considerations behind the most popular apps in the world
  • Run usability tests to find the ideal design to hook your users
  • Understand the mobile user’s specific needs
  • Comprehend why some apps take off & others fail
  • Ask questions of & consult the instructor on course material
  • Gain skills to enter one of the fastest growing professional fields

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Steven Hoober is author of the book Designing Mobile Interfaces, and is best known for his ongoing research into how people really use touchscreen phones and tablets. He has focused on designing for mobile and multi-channel products since 1999, designing the first Google mobile search, the first mobile app store (for Sprint), websites like Weather.com and Lowe’s, and apps for companies like Hallmark and US Bank. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

‘Mobile UI and UX Design’ Course

KEY FEATURES

We use our mobile devices for seemingly everything these days–paying our bills, playing games, and more. Thus, learning to design great mobile UX/UI is more important than ever. From getting a handle of the latest mobile UX design trends (geolocation, anyone?) to learning usability testing methods, you’ll learn all you need to build engaging mobile apps by course’s end.

  • Understand the basics of UI/UX mobile app design w/ over 3 hours of content
  • Learn each step of the design process from planning to project completion
  • Gain an insight into current mobile UI/UX design trends & developments
  • Develop key skills to plan, manage & develop mobile usability
  • Craft high fidelity UI designs
  • Build a valuable, highly marketable skill set

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
  • Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
  • Certification of completion not included
  • Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
  • Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

  • Internet required

THE EXPERT

Stone River eLearning was founded in 2011, and calls itself the Online Technology Bootcamp. It has taught over 250,000 students through its website and reseller partners since its founding, with a focus on developing high quality video training in all areas of the tech field. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

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Circa Quad USB Travel Charger for $19

Circa Quad USB Travel Charger for $19

Why Charge 1 Device When You Can Charge 4 at Once!
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 28% off

KEY FEATURES

This slim, lightweight charger—complete with flip-out prongs—is meant to be thrown in a bag and taken on the road. It charges four devices at once, and that’s not just limited to smartphones. It has two ports dedicated to tablets themselves, so you can juice up all your gadgets while you’re on the go.

  • USB ports charge 4 devices at once
  • Ports 1 & 2 have 1A power output to charge phones & some tablets
  • Ports 3 & 4 have 2.1A power output perfect for iPads & other tablets
  • Blue light indicates when your device is charged
  • Dedicated Apple & Android charging ports ensure maximum charging speed

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • AC input: 100-240V – 50/60Hz
  • Output: maximum 5V 4200mA DC to 4 USB ports
  • Size: 153mm x 125mm x 53mm
  • Weight: 5.4oz
  • Color: black

Includes:

  • Circa Quad USB Travel Charger (black)

      Compatibility

      • Works w/ most USB-powered devices
      • Dedicated Apple & Android charging ports ensure maximum charging speed
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June 23, 2017   /   by Marco   /   , , , , , , , ,

Dash 4.0 RFID-Blocking Wallet for $19

Dash 4.0 RFID-Blocking Wallet for $19

Carry Your Cards & Cash in Style with This Slim Billfold
Expires December 31, 2017 23:59 PST
Buy now and get 16% off

KEY FEATURES

Slip your cards and cash into the Dash 4.0, and keep the bulk to a minimum. With three utility compartments, room for up to 15 cards, and RFID technology to protect your credit card data, this deceptively slim wallet is packed to the brim with features.

  • Slim design w/ RFID blocking technology
  • 3 utility compartments: 2 quickdraw card pockets & 1 cash slot
  • Durable construction w/ saffiano canvas
  • Elastic backside can accommodate up to 15 cards
  • Comfortably fits into any pocket without adding bulk

Available in a vertical design! See drop-down for details

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

  • Dimensions: 7 x 10 x 0.5 cm
  • Weight: 1.5 oz

Includes:

  • Dash 4.0 RFID Wallet (Horizontal Design)
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