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Practical Lua 5 Programming: Explore Lua's programming capabilities with 100+ sample demonstrations and programs
Paperback
Publisher Price: $64.99
ISBN13: 9788198431660
Publisher: Gitforgits
Published: Dec 25 2024
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.38 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
If you're into Lua programming, then this Practical Lua 5 Programming is a must-read. It's a hands-on book that'll help you get up and running quickly. It's got clear, step-by-step examples that'll walk you through everything from setting up your development environment to building dynamic web applications and embedding Lua in other programming languages.
Every chapter starts with an essential concept and then gives you some practical exercises to help you learn it. You'll see how powerful Lua can be as you work through problems and get immediate results. You'll start with the basics, like installing Lua on Linux, writing your first script, and learning the core language features like variables, data types, tables, functions, and control structures. And it gets even better-you'll dive into advanced stuff like metatables, coroutines, and closures. This is where you'll learn how to make flexible, modular code. The book also covers important stuff like file handling, using LuaRocks to manage your packages, and creating your own custom modules.
The book also takes you through web development using Lapis framework, demonstrating routing, template rendering, session management, and deploying applications. You'll also see how Lua can be embedded in JavaScript and Python applications, enabling you to leverage Lua's speed and efficiency in varied environments. Whether you're building scripts, web applications, or integrating Lua with other languages, this book gives you the tools and insights you need to get started confidently with Lua programming.
Key LearningsInstall and configure Lua on Linux for efficient scripting.
Make use of Lua's dynamic typing, tables, and control structures.
Create and work around metatables, closures, and coroutines for modular code.
Apply file I/O and data parsing to manage persistent data.
Use LuaRocks to install, update, and manage custom modules.
Build web apps with Lapis using routing and session management.
Embed Lua in JavaScript and Python to boost performance.
Integrate HTTP, JSON, and APIs for system data exchange.
Implement middleware and session tracking for secure apps.
Deploy Lua apps with configuration and performance monitoring.
Table of ContentGetting Started with Lua 5
Lua Data Structures and Variables
File I/O and Scripting Techniques
Advanced Programming Constructs
Package Management and Module Creation
Popular Lua Modules and Extensions
Web Development with Lapis
Embedding Lua in JavaScript Apps
Embedding Lua in Python App
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