Beginning Ubuntu App Development is your one-stop guide to building and deploying applications for the Ubuntu ecosystem (desktop, mobile, and tablets). Ubuntu is the third most deployed operating system in the world. From the desktop, to servers, and now to mobile devices with Ubuntu Touch, Ubuntu has been able to popularize Linux for consumer use. Using this book, you will learn to build Ubuntu apps for all enivironments, by exploring the Ubuntu SDK. You will also learn about scopes, content sharing, hardware programming and web app development. This book is perfect for the reader who wants to get started with Ubuntu app development. Each chapter is easy to follow, uses real-world examples, and gets you involved right from the start. After learning and practicing skills in each chapter, you'll wrap up all your knowledge with three full example apps that you'll develop from start to finish alongside the author: a CityGuide app that uses HTML5 and the Ubuntu SDK; a weather app; and a WordPress client. With each app you'll use slightly more complex skills, mastering each as you go along. Building Ubuntu apps doesn't have to be difficult; get started with Beginning Ubuntu App Development today.

Zeeshan Chawdhary has over 8 years of experience in the web, mobile, and location-based services space. With a career spanning from developing 3D mobile game development at IndiaGames to leading a location-based travel startup at iCityConcierge Ltd - as the chief technology officer, Zeeshan has been able to work on a lot of exciting technologies – with the focus on cutting edge travel technology.Among the key achievements Zeeshan has pioneered is the right mix of using Open Source and Proprietary software to create a technology stack based on the client’s need. He has developed location-based solutions for Nokia (for millions of hits per year) on a scalable cloud platform using Rackspace Cloud.He enjoys working with PHP, PostGIS, and PhoneGap. He has immense experience in making startups use location data effectively for their growth, from startups like Foursquare to hotel industry big-wigs like Marriott; from mobile giant Nokia to Airline king American Airlines, he has worked with them all.Zeeshan Chawdhary currently serves as the CTO of iCityConcierge Ltd., where he is currently working on creating the best personalized travel experience for travellers. He can be reached on Google at imzeeshanc@gmail.com