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This section of our beginning python training class always stumps students. Firstly, because they need to know the difference between a function and a method. Secondly, they need to understand object oriented programming concepts. Thirdly, they need to realize that python has three types of methods. Then they need to know how to use each method, which means they need to know the purpose of each method type. Then they have to understand mutable versus non-mutable types. The list goes on. As part of our python tutorial, I hope to shed some light on this confusing topic.

To begin, the difference between a function and a method in python is that a method is defined within a class. Here is an illustration:

#function

	def greeting():
	                print "Hello, I hope you're having a great day!"

	class HSGPrinter(object):
	                #method
	                def greeting(self): 
	                                print "Hello, I hope you're having a great day!"

As should be obvious, the second definition of greeting is encapsulated within the HSGPrinter class and is , therefore, refered to as a method.

The astute reader will notice that the greeting method contains one parameter named self. For those who know C++ , Java or C#, self is equivalent to this i.e. it is a reference to the invoking object:

How Would Current Technology Have Altered the JFK Tragedy?

[Dec, 09, 2013] |
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It is hard not to wonder how current technology would have altered the events surrounding the tragic death of John F. Kennedy. On the afternoon of November 22, 1963, shots rang out in Dallas, TX, taking the life of JFK, one of the most beloved Americans. Given the same circumstances today, surely the advances in IT alone, would have drastically changed the outcome of that horrible day. Would the government have recognized that there was a viable threat looming over JFK? Would local and government agencies have been more prepared for a possible assassination attempt? Would the assortment of everyday communication devices assisted in the prevention of the assassination, not to mention, provided greater resources into the investigation? With all that the IT world has to offer today, how would it have altered the JFK tragedy?

As many conspiracy theories have rocked the foundation of the official story presented by government agencies, realization of the expansive nature of technology provides equal consideration as to how the event would have been changed had this technology been available during the time of the shooting. There were T.V. cameras, home 8mm recorders, even single shot-hand held cameras snapping away as the car caravan approached. Yet, there remains little documentation of the shooting and even less information pertaining to the precautions taken by officials prior to JFK's arrival. Theorists consider these possibilities along with how the world would have turned out had the great John F. Kennedynever been assassinated on that day.

.NET Core 3 Release, Major Benefits

[Mar, 26, 2019] |
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On March 6 of this year, Microsoft's .NET Foundation released its third preview release of .NET Core 3 — which is its free and open-source framework for developing apps on Windows, MacOS and Linux — with an official release scheduled for later this year. This release brings a wealth of new features and enhancements. This includes the following:

1. Windows Desktop Support

One of the biggest additions to version 3.0 of the framework is the ability to develop Windows desktop applications. The new Windows Desktop component lets you build applications using either the Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) graphical subsystem or the Windows Forms graphical class library. You can also use Windows UI XAML Library (WinUI) controls in your applications.

The Windows Desktop component is only supported and included on Windows installs.

2. Support for C# 8

The new framework has support for C# 8, which includes not only the ability to create asynchronous steams but features such as:

Index and Range data types

Using declarations

Switch expressions

The Index and Range data types make array manipulation easier, while Using declarations ensure that your objects get disposed once they are out of scope. Finally, Switch expressions extend Switch statements by allowing you to return a value.

3. IEEE Floating-Point Improvements

The new framework includes floating point APIs that comply with IEEE 754-2008. This includes fixes to both formatting and parsing as well as new Math APIs such as:

BitIncrement/BitDecrement

MaxMagnitude/MinMagnitude

ILogB

ScaleB

Log2

FusedMultiplyAdd

CopySign

4. Support for Performance-Oriented CPU Instructions

The new framework includes support for both SIMD and Bit Manipulation instruction sets, which can create significant performance boosts in certain situations, such as when you are processing data in parallel.

5. Default Executables

With the new framework, you can now produce framework-dependent executables by default without having to use self-contained deployments.

6. Local dotnet Tools

In the previous version of the framework, there was support for global dotnet tools. But the current version adds support for local tools as well. These tools are associated with a specific disk location, and this allows you to enable per-repository and per-project tooling.

7. Support for MSIX Deployments

The new framework supports MSIX, which is a Windows app package format that you can use when deploying Windows desktop applications.

8. Built-In and Fast JSON Support

In prior versions of the framework, you had to use Json.NET if you wanted JSON support in your application. The framework, though, now has built-in support that is not only fast but also has low allocation requirements. It also adds 3 new JSON types, which include:

Utf8JsonReader

Utf8JsonWriter

JsonDocument

9. Cryptography Support

The new framework supports AES-GCM and AES-CCM ciphers. It also supports the importing and exporting of asymmetric public and private keys from a variety of formats without the need of an X.509 certificate.

Platform Support

.NET Core 3 supports the following operating systems:

Alpine: 3.8+

Debian: 9+

Fedora: 26+

macOS: 10.12+

openSUSE: 42.3+

RHEL: 6+

SLES: 12+

Ubuntu: 16.04+

Windows Clients: 7, 8.1, 10 (1607+)

Windows Servers: 2012 R2 SP1+

The framework further supports the following chips:

x64 (Windows, macOS and Linux)

x86 (Windows)

ARM32 (Windows and Linux)

ARM64 (Linux)

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Python Programming for Cisco Networking Engineers

[Jun, 25, 2018] |
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Wondering why Cisco is teaching network engineers Python in addition to their core expertise?

Yes, arguably there are many other tools available to use to automate the network without writing any code. It is also true that when code is absolutely necessary, in most companies software developers will write the code for the network engineers. However, networks are getting progressively more sophisticated and the ability for network engineers to keep up with the rate of change, scale of networks, and processing of requirements is becoming more of a challenge with traditional methodologies.

Does that mean that all network engineers have to become programmers in the future? Not completely, but having certain tools in your tool belt may be the deciding factor in new or greater career opportunities. The fact is that current changes in the industry will require Cisco engineers to become proficient in programming, and the most common programming language for this new environment is the Python programming language. Already there are more opportunities for those who can understand programming and can also apply it to traditional networking practices.

Cisco’s current job boards include a search for a Sr. Network Test Engineer and for several Network Consulting Engineers, each with "competitive knowledge" desired Python and Perl skills. Without a doubt, the most efficient network engineers in the future will be the ones who will be able to script their automated network-related tasks, create their own services directly in the network, and continuously modify their scripts.

Whether you are forced to attend or are genuinely interested in workshops or courses that cover the importance of learning topics related to programmable networks such as Python, the learning curve at the very least will provide you with an understanding of Python scripts and the ability to be able to use them instead of the CLI commands and the copy and paste options commonly used. Those that plan to cling to their CLI will soon find themselves obsolete.

As with anything new, learning a programming language and using new APIs for automation will require engineers to learn and master the skills before deploying widely across their network. The burning question is where to start and which steps to take next?

In How Do I Get Started Learning Network Programmability? Hank Preston – on the Cisco blog page suggest a three phase approach to diving into network programmability.

“Phase 1: Programming Basics

In this first phase you need to build a basic foundation in the programmability skills, topics, and technologies that will be instrumental in being successful in this journey. This includes learning basic programming skills like variables, operations, conditionals, loops, etc. And there really is no better language for network engineers to leverage today than Python. Along with Python, you should explore APIs (particularly REST APIs), data formats like JSON, XML, and YAML. And if you don’t have one already, sign up for a GitHub account and learn how to clone, pull, and push to repos.

Phase 2: Platform Topics

Once you have the programming fundamentals squared away (or at least working on squaring them away) the time comes to explore the new platforms of Linux, Docker, and “the Cloud.” As applications are moving from x86 virtualization to micro services, and now serverless, the networks you build will be extending into these new areas and outside of traditional physical network boxes. And before you can intelligently design or engineer the networks for those environments, you need to understand how they basically work. The goal isn’t to become a big bushy beard wearing Unix admin, but rather to become comfortable working in these areas.

Phase 3: Networking for Today and Tomorrow

Now you are ready to explore the details of networking in these new environments. In phase three you will dive deep into Linux, container/Docker, cloud, and micro service networking. You have built the foundation of knowledge needed to take a hard look at how networking works inside these new environments. Explore all the new technologies, software, and strategies for implementing and segmenting critical applications in the “cloud native” age and add value to the application projects.”

Community resources:

GitHub’s, PYPL Popularity of Programming Language lists Python as having grown 13.2% in demand in the last 5 years.

Python in the June 2018 TIOBE Index ranks as the fourth most popular language behind Java, C and C++.

Despite the learning curve, having Python in your tool belt is without a question a must have tool.

Tech Life in New Jersey

New Jersey has the highest population density in the U.S. With an average of 1,030 people per square mile, itâ€™s thirteen times the national average. Given the amount of residents in the Garden State, itâ€™s no wonder that there are 2,700 software and software related companies. Developers in New Jersey should be able to pave their way with the available resources in town such as, Zylog Systems, Mformation, Agilence, Db Technology, Senid Software International and so many other similar institutions.

It is your attitude, not your aptitude that determines your altitude. Zig Ziglar

other Learning Options

Software developers near Elizabeth have ample opportunities to meet like minded techie individuals, collaborate and expend their career choices by participating in Meet-Up Groups. The following is a list of Technology Groups in the area.

Palisades Tech Breakfast · Brookdale Computer Users Group · NJ-GTUG ·

Fortune 500 and 1000 companies in New Jersey that offer opportunities for Microsoft Office developers

Company Name	City	Industry	Secondary Industry
HCB, Inc.	Paramus	Retail	Office Supplies Stores
Wyndham Worldwide Corp.	Parsippany	Travel, Recreation and Leisure	Hotels, Motels and Lodging
Realogy Corporation	Parsippany	Real Estate and Construction	Real Estate Agents and Appraisers
Church and Dwight Co., Inc.	Trenton	Manufacturing	Manufacturing Other
Curtiss-Wright Corporation	Parsippany	Manufacturing	Aerospace and Defense
American Water	Voorhees	Energy and Utilities	Water Treatment and Utilities
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp.	Teaneck	Computers and Electronics	IT and Network Services and Support
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co. - AandP	Montvale	Retail	Grocery and Specialty Food Stores
COVANCE INC.	Princeton	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Pharmaceuticals
K. Hovnanian Companies, LLC.	Red Bank	Real Estate and Construction	Architecture,Engineering and Design
Burlington Coat Factory Corporation	Burlington	Retail	Clothing and Shoes Stores
GAF Materials Corporation	Wayne	Manufacturing	Concrete, Glass, and Building Materials
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC	Parsippany	Manufacturing	Food and Dairy Product Manufacturing and Packaging
Actavis, Inc	Parsippany	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Pharmaceuticals
Hudson City Savings Bank	Paramus	Financial Services	Banks
Celgene Corporation	Summit	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Biotechnology
Cytec Industries Inc.	Woodland Park	Manufacturing	Chemicals and Petrochemicals
Campbell Soup Company	Camden	Manufacturing	Food and Dairy Product Manufacturing and Packaging
Covanta Holding Corporation	Morristown	Energy and Utilities	Energy and Utilities Other
New Jersey Resources Corporation	Wall Township	Energy and Utilities	Gas and Electric Utilities
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated	Madison	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Diagnostic Laboratories
Rockwood Holdings Inc.	Princeton	Manufacturing	Chemicals and Petrochemicals
Heartland Payment Systems, Incorporated	Princeton	Financial Services	Credit Cards and Related Services
IDT Corporation	Newark	Telecommunications	Wireless and Mobile
John Wiley and Sons, Inc	Hoboken	Media and Entertainment	Newspapers, Books and Periodicals
Bed Bath and Beyond	Union	Retail	Retail Other
The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc.	Secaucus	Retail	Clothing and Shoes Stores
Hertz Corporation	Park Ridge	Travel, Recreation and Leisure	Rental Cars
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated	Newark	Energy and Utilities	Gas and Electric Utilities
Selective Insurance Group, Incorporated	Branchville	Financial Services	Insurance and Risk Management
Avis Budget Group, Inc.	Parsippany	Travel, Recreation and Leisure	Rental Cars
Prudential Financial, Incorporated	Newark	Financial Services	Insurance and Risk Management
Merck and Co., Inc.	Whitehouse Station	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Pharmaceuticals
Honeywell International Inc.	Morristown	Manufacturing	Aerospace and Defense
C. R. Bard, Incorporated	New Providence	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Medical Supplies and Equipment
Sealed Air Corporation	Elmwood Park	Manufacturing	Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing
The Dun and Bradstreet Corp.	Short Hills	Business Services	Data and Records Management
The Chubb Corporation	Warren	Financial Services	Insurance and Risk Management
Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc	Somerset	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech Other
Becton, Dickinson and Company	Franklin Lakes	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Medical Supplies and Equipment
NRG Energy, Incorporated	Princeton	Energy and Utilities	Gas and Electric Utilities
TOYS R US, INC.	Wayne	Retail	Department Stores
Johnson and Johnson	New Brunswick	Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Biotech	Pharmaceuticals
Automatic Data Processing, Incorporated (ADP)	Roseland	Business Services	HR and Recruiting Services

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why take Microsoft Office Training with the hartmann software group?

A successful career as a software developer or other IT professional requires a solid understanding of software development processes, design patterns, enterprise application architectures, web services, security, networking and much more. The progression from novice to expert can be a daunting endeavor; this is especially true when traversing the learning curve without expert guidance. A common experience is that too much time and money is wasted on a career plan or application due to misinformation.

The Hartmann Software Group understands these issues and addresses them and others during any training engagement. Although no IT educational institution can guarantee career or application development success, HSG can get you closer to your goals at a far faster rate than self paced learning and, arguably, than the competition. Here are the reasons why we are so successful at teaching:

Learn from the experts.
1. We have provided software development and other IT related training to many major corporations in New Jersey since 2002.
2. Our educators have years of consulting and training experience; moreover, we require each trainer to have cross-discipline expertise i.e. be Java and .NET experts so that you get a broad understanding of how industry wide experts work and think.
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