Generic Data Access in Microsoft .NET: a Compelling Example of Inheritance, Interfaces, and the Factory Method Design Pattern

* Academic: o Associate Prof. of CS at Lake Forest College (www.lakeforest.edu) o PhD from UC-Irvine (Optimizing Compilers, 1998) * Industry: o professional trainer (1-5 day workshops, webcasts, conferences) o specializing in Microsoft Windows...

Python programming – Using the JES picture functions and defining new functions

* To make a function, use the command def * Then, the name of the function, and the names of the parameters (input values) between parentheses (“(input1)”, etc), separated by commas. * The body of the recipe is indented (Hint: Use two spaces) o That’s called a block ...

Cell Biology Core

* Countless cycles of replication and death have occurred and the criterion for survival is the passage of DNA despite the challenges: * 1. number of proteins per cell * 2. salinity and pH * 3. Temperature * 4. nutrient level * 5. environmental factors Cell Biology Core ...

How To Choose A Credit Card Mini-Lesson – Indiana Department Of Financial Institutions Consumer Education

This mini-lesson includes learning objectives, background information, discussion questions, an activity, and sources of additional information. OBJECTIVES Learners will: Analyze the types, costs, terms, and conditions of credit cards Understand the process to compare credit cards Evaluate...

PIRATES Test Taking Strategy

Step 1- Prepare to Succeed * Put your name and PIRATES on the test * Allot time and order to sections. * Say affirmations “I have studied and I am ready for the exam.” * Start within 2 min. Step 2: Inspect the instructions * Read instructions carefully. * Underline...

Electronic Banking

Objectives Identify the risks and risk management practices associated with e-banking activities Provide standardized guidance to examiners on e-banking reviews Definition e-banking is defined as: …the automated delivery of new and traditional banking products and services directly to customers...

Pregnancy and Medical Radiation

Informed consent and understanding * The pregnant patient or worker has a right to know the magnitude and type of potential radiation effects that might result from in-utero exposure * Communication should be related to the level of risk. Communication that risk is negligible is adequate for...

Digitizing Sound and Video

After the completion of this unit the learner will be able to: * Understand the digital sound and the digital video * Apply basic solutions both for normal use and archiving * Digitize correctly sound and video and make the most common products (VCD, SVCD, DVD Video, etc.) Digitization...

My Service Learning Experience at Assisted Living at Evergreen

* At Assisted Living at Evergreen, I was given the opportunity to work with Maria, their activities coordinator, and help her with activities and decorations of the home. This really gave me the chance to get to interact with the residents and make their home look nice. * I have learned...

ICT and Power (Electricity)

Fundamentals * Electricity is a form of energy (kWh) * Does not exist in usable forms o Conversion usually requires prime movers (steam turbines, water turbines, etc.) + Access to fuels (primary energy) is a key issue for developing countries * Electricity is only about 125 years old o...