Tcl/Tk Programmer's Reference - Softcover

Nelson, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072120045 ISBN 13: 9780072120042

Publisher: Computing McGraw-Hill, 1999

Synopsis

Tcl and Tk graphical toolkit are powerful building blocks for creating dynamic Web content and graphical user interfaces--user base is 1 million and growing. Covers all basic Tcl language elements, Tk commands, widgets, and options. Quick, concise, accurate, and portable--ideal for everyday use. "Programmer's Tip" text boxes showcase author expertise and provide recommended approaches to different situations.

About this title

About the Author

Christopher Nelson is a Senior Software Engineer at Pinebush Technologies, Inc., where he uses Tcl/Tk to help create HyperPlot and HyperXpress high-performance raster image processing software. He has over 15 years experience in developing software on systems from personal computers to mainframes. He first became interested in computers and electronics as the next best thing to magic, and holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and an M.S. in Computer Science from Renesselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Chris is a member of Interex (the International Association of Hewlett-Packard Computing Professionals) and a former member of its board of directors. He ahs been recognized for outstanding contributions to the HP 1000 Contributed Software Library. A frequent contributor to PC Techniques, HP Professional, TC Interface, and Interact magazines, Chris has also written for The Office and Paradox Informant. He lives with his two daughters near Albany, New York, where he enjoys reading, refinishing furniture, biking, and all aspects of community theatre.

From the Back Cover

Create Dynamic Applications and GUIs with This Handy Resource! Inclues Tcl/Tk 8.2. Develop cross-platform applications, GUIs, and CGI scripts using the essential information on Tcl contained in this quick reference. You'll find everything you need to know abut Tcl, including cross-referenced descriptions of all Tcl and Tk commands, and pointers to many free Tcl extensions and resources. Loaded with expert advice and clear examples, the Tcl/Tk Programmer's Reference fully explains all of Tcl's powerful commands and features.

Keep it handy while you program and you will: Find all of the information you need on Tcl scripting elements; Master all of Tk's commands, wqidgets, and options; Learn fast, inexpensive, and flexible ways to create powerful GUI applications for Microsoft Windows, UNIX, and Mac OS environments; Get expert advice in unique "Programmer's Tip" elements scattered throughout.

Edition details

• Publisher: Computing McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072120045
• ISBN 13: 9780072120042
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 858