Must read for everybody that loves an ADDer...
934209
My 13 year old son had ADD and he saw Ben at his middle school. While watching his show on you tube I decided to look up any books written by Ben Glenn. I bought Simply Special and cannot tell you enough how much I loved this book. He puts things in easy terms and helped me understand what is going through my sons head. So many of his explanations are my son to a T. Towards the end of the book he has a comment from another parent after one of his speeches and that parent's comment had me in tears. He perfectly described how I feel. Every parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle friend, sibling, teacher, Dr, and every other person associated with anybody with ADD/ADHD should read this book. I think it should actually be a requirement.  I truly hope Ben will be back to our school and I will take off work if necessary to see him. He is amazing and gave me a whole new insight to ADD and also a lot of hope for my son.
1657890
I thought that Polis really captured what it is like to have ADD from the child to adult perspective.  What captured me about the book, was the fact that while I was reading it, I felt like I was reading my own son's story. I have loved my own son unconditionally through some very trying times, mostly with the school system and the athletic programs. For the first time, I felt like we were not alone.  I am even thinking about starting a support group up using the book as a basis for discussion.  Every educator should read this book, so they can feel what it is like to live with ADD and have a greater understanding of the ADD person.  Thank you, Ben, for taking the risk to write your story.
3357053
I just finished reading Ben's book today!  He surprised his viewers with this book announcement last week on his channel and I couldn't wait to read it.  The charm of his personality in his videos easily comes across in his writing.  It usually takes me awhile to read books, but I was so enthralled with his book that I finished it in about 3 hours ( 2 bus rides and the extended time at home to finish it off, while listening to some of his ASMR Sounds playlist turned up faintly in the background.)  I learned all sorts of little background details I didn't before.  In fact, Ben is one of the inspirations for making my own ASMR Channel!  Read it.  You won't regret it
330794
Ah, I wish I'd found this book two years ago. Back then, when I just started working as an EE, the benefit I could gain from the book would be huge. Today, knowing at least 90% of what is has to say, I'm still very much impressed.

Mark Balch takes a unifying approach I haven't seen in other books. Deciding to focus on the complete spectrum of  digital/electronic design is a great decision, since most of the books out there either pay attention only to logic and assembly or only to leakage currents in diodes and bode plots of filters. Often, an EE has to work closely with both worlds, which is what the author of this book understood and filled 460 pages with valuable information.

On one hand this book teaches digital logic (with nice practical aspects, for example the 7400 family), computer architecture, memory, communications (with a great section explaining all the nuts-and-bolts of the omnipresent RS232/422/485 family of
standards), networking, state machines, FPGAs and CPLDs.

On the other hand, it doesn't neglect the low level stuff. A good overview of basic electronics is given, including information on diodes, transistors, op-amps and ADC/DACs. It doesn't stop there and discusses the practical aspects of design I haven't seen described in other (non-textbook) books - clock distribution, power regulation/distribution, signal integrity and various debugging techniques.

What I liked especially is that the author doesn't get into the topics too deep - there's textbooks and data-sheets for that. He gives theory when needed, focuses on the practicals and refers to other sources of information. In particular, the section that explains how to read data-sheets and what to pay attention to while reading is a gold-mine for young engineers.

I think this book can be very useful for fresh engineers - to get quickly informed of the wide spectrum of design practices or even for students of EE - to see the bigger picture. To seasoned professionals it won't provide much new knowledge.
1306438
Great book- talks about the positive effects that seem to go with ADD.  Though there are hurdles, learning to live with your ADD is a gift that could take a person far. :)
3904501
For anyone who works in the computer field or has interest in technology, you need this book!  It's one of those top 5 or 10 books I always suggest people get because it covers some history of computing that's generally overlooked.  Also Steven Levy is a wonderful writer and really knows how to tell the story.
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This is a great book, written by some great people.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who deals with someone with ADD or anyone who thinks they may have it.  If you lose your keys or misplace things on a regular basis, this book is for you.  If your distracted, racing from thought to thought through the day, this book is for you.  Rick Green is a brilliant guy, and extremely funny too, so this is an enjoyable book, not a long scholarly textbook.
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I placed my order based on the topics covered in the table of contents which was posted at Logic forums. Now having the book in hand only increases my appreciation for the information it contains.

The introduction states that this book fills perceived information voids in the user manual and the two excellent Apple Pro books in response to questions that arise from using Logic in the real world.

What is so impressive is that Jay Asher has carefully targeted the content for experienced users yet the book is written in a clear style that gets right to the point. The following topics were of immediate interest to me. Tutorial #2  addresses how to set up multi-timbral and multi-output software instruments (SI), with #3 continuing on to address converting multi-output SI to audio.  Tutorial #19 on gain structure techniques for mixing in the box, which the author describes as being controversial, provides compelling reasons  to rethink how to achieve channel levels that will result in more open, better-sounding mixes.

"Going Pro with Logic Pro 8 really does pick up where the other books leave off. In my not-so-humble opinion, Jay Asher's book is a tremendous gift to the community of Logic users.
62541
I just found this book and read the whole thing. I've never been diagnosed with ADD, but I've always wondered if I had it. I certainly have some of the issues -- I get overwhelmed with choices, I have a hard time starting things, I lose phone all the time!!! Whatever! I really liked the book and it got me interested in using a timer and asking for help when I need it. At least some of the time. Good book.
98388
I have read both versions of "The Stimulus Driven Brain" and "Eating for Cognitive Performance" and must say George Glade has developed two very helpful books full of helpful tools to cope and understand ADD/ADHD. I am now 27 years old and 2 years ago I graduated with honors from The University of Washington. I struggled through High School and half of Community College until I discovered I had ADD/ADHD. After being properly diagnosed I used many of the techniques described in this book, resulting in improved study techniques and resulting in much higher test scores. This is a must read for college students and people that want to understand how the ADD brain works and how to make the best out of the different chemistry in our ADD/ADHD thinking brains. I highly recommend this book.
1668750
Excellent book detailing the development of a newer, better computer,and the people involved. Kidder always manages to get deeply into the minds and hearts of the people he writes about, and the many historical and cultural points that surround his stories. Keep in mind this was written almost 35 years ago, ancient history in the tech world. His other books are worth searching for.
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I found that this book advanced my skills as a programmer more than any other book I have every picked up.  I could acutally sit down and read parts of this book.  Read it, not use it as a refrence.  I have never encountered a programming book that I did not zone out after the first page or so until this one.  I'm not saying that this book should win the Puletzer for its dynamic plot, or that the general public would be interested in it, but if you are truly interested in learning C++, than I would recommend this book.  I found that Herbert Schlidt keeps a deicent balance between explaining concepts and showing examples of code.  I just wish that he would write a book that is just as helpful on Objective-C....
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What a great "take" on a often difficult subject ! ...Every parent of ADD/ADHD children as well as every teacher who teaches finds ADD/ADHD children in their classrooms should read this book and keep it handy for a constant reference.
4381974
I've never been one to write a review, so I'll make this short and to the point.  Speaking as someone who was "diagnosed" with ADD in the 80s, I can say that DeGrandre's work has provided me with hard evidence and  strong logic to rethink the reality that was thrust upon me.  After  deconstructing the ADD myth, DeGrandpre offers salient advice and solutions  for rebuilding what has been torn apart by our fast paced society.  If you  or anyone you know has had to deal with ADD, I suggest this book as a real  eye-opener.
3473916
I've been a Logic user and fan since the Emagic days.
I get excited when I find new tips, and technics that help me express my creativity in Logic.  This book is very insightful and a great read!!!

Thanks Dot!!
4521485
Had listened to this (from the public library) so many times I lost count.  So I bought my own!  If you have ADD or ADHD and can't get any real help locally, this book (for me AUDIO!) is a must!  Hallowell is amazing!
1839738
This was one of the books that got me excited about computing. Alfred not only explained how to buy software...he explained how each type of program came to be (it's history), including names and dates.

He also explained in clear understandable language what computers were all about; how they worked, what was going on inside them, and what that meant in terms of software.

The book was written in 1983-1984 and much of it is still relevant today.

It's 2012 and I still keep a copy of this book around. It is that good.