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Symbian C++

The following books explain Symbian C++ for beginner, intermediated and experienced developers alike.

Book Quick Recipes on Symbian OS
Michael Aubert et al
June 2008

Whether you need to port a desktop application, create a quick prototype or simply want to learn about application development in the mobile space, this book is both the perfect introduction to Symbian OS and an excellent reference guide. The book is like a cookbook, with self contained chapters covering common programming tasks.
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Book Developing Software for Symbian OS Second Edition
Steve Babin
October 2007

This book is an essential guide for anyone wishing to start developing smartphone applications. It includes sections about the architecture of Symbian OS, the build environment, Symbian C++ strings, buffers and data collections, platform security, asynchronous programming, the client-server model and GUI application programming.
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Book Symbian OS C++ for Mobile Phones, Volume 3
Richard Harrison and Mark Shackman
June 2007

This book draws on the experience of Symbian’s own engineers to provide you with a thorough grounding in writing C++ applications for Symbian smartphones. The authors help you build a deep understanding of the fundamental principles upon which Symbian OS is based.
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Book Symbian OS Explained
Jo Stichbury
October 2004

Developing good C++ code on Symbian OS requires a clear understanding of the underlying concepts and the nature of the operating system. This book explains the key features of Symbian OS and shows how you can use this knowledge most effectively.
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