OPL (Optimization Programming Language) is a new modeling language for combinatorial optimization that simplifies the formulation and solution of optimization problems. Perhaps the most significant dimension of OPL is the support for constraint programming, including sophisticated search specifications, logical and higher order constraints, and support for scheduling and resource allocation applications. This book, written by the developer of OPL, is a comprehensive introduction to the OPL programming language and its application to problems in linear and integer programming, constraint programming, and scheduling. Readers should be familiar with combinatorial optimization, at least from an application standpoint.
Darth Vader has been secretly pursuing his own agenda, but now it is time for the End of Games. As Inspector Thanoth returns with some startling information, it seems that Vader may have passed his master's tests. But even after finding favor in the eyes of the Emperor, the Dark Lord's schemes may yet prove his undoing... Plus, the killer droids Triple-Zero and Beetee wreak havoc in their own homicidal adventure! Marvel's in-depth exploration of the Dark Side of Star Wars goes from strength to strength! COLLECTING: DARTH VADER 20-25.
Learn to Draw Star Wars: Villains will teach you to draw your favorite villains from the Star Wars galaxy—from the lowly stormtrooper and the notorious bounty hunter Boba Fett to the infamous crime lord Jabba the Hutt and the terrifying Sith Lord Darth Vader. In this 128-page drawing guide, Lucasfilm collaborator and professional artist Russell Walks shows artists of all skill levels how to render their favoriteStar Wars villains as detailed pencil portraits. After a brief introduction to drawing tools and materials, basic pencil techniques, shading techniques, and how to depict different textures, the book dives right into step-by-step drawing projects. See how each drawing lesson begins with basic shapes, with each new step building upon the last, eventually progressing to a finished fine art piece. Experience this legendary series from a whole new perspective as you develop your drawing skills with the easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, insightful character notes, and drawing tips. Included in Learn to Draw Star Wars: Villains are drawing projects for Darth Maul, General Grievous, Count Dooku, Emperor Palpatine (Darth Sidious), Darth Vader, Bib Fortuna, Jabba the Hutt, Boba Fett, Kylo Ren, Captain Phasma, and Supreme Leader Snoke. Russell Walks also shows how to best depict a villainous character, four ways to draw lightsabers, a comparison of Darth Vader and Kylo Ren’s masks, the differences between Jango Fett and his clone Boba, how to draw different types of stormtrooper helmets, and more. So grab your drawing pencils, and use the Force—or join the Dark Side—on your artistic journey through the Star Wars galaxy!
200 fun Sudoku puzzles for everyone. There is something for everything with puzzles from very easy to extreme.For an extra challenge, there are the normal puzzles using numbers, but also puzzles using letters, roman numerals and even dominos As an added bonus each puzzle has a background that can be colored in.One puzzle per page with solutions at the back. Perfect book for puzzle and coloring addicts.
Keep your mind sharp with this Large Big Book of 1000 Sudoku Puzzles with solutions! Easy to Very Hard difficulty puzzles - 6 per page 335 Pages (1000 puzzles and solutions) 200 Easy Puzzles, 200 Medium Puzzles, 200 Difficult/Normal Puzzles, 200 Hard Puzzles, 200 Very Hard Puzzles 8.5"x11" (Extra Large XL Sized Book) Made in the USA
★ Enjoy the century's most addictive puzzle game with 4 difficulty levels! ★ #1 - #240: easy ★ #241 - #480: normal ★ #481 - #720: hard ★ #721 - #1008: expert ★ Solutions start from page 86 ★ Get your Sudoku book today!
This easy and medium difficulty sudoku puzzle book has been created for fun for all ages and can be played by children, adults and senior citizens alike - suitable for all beginner and intermediate sudoku puzzle lovers! Perfect for stimulating the mind and improving reasoning skills, this book contains 200 easy and medium difficulty level sudoku puzzles with solutions for each of the puzzles. A 'Beginners Guide' is included providing valuable tips for solving the puzzles. Whatever your age, you'll love this Easy & Medium Sudoku Puzzle book! This puzzle book is an ideal challenge for the beginner or intermediate Sudoku player and will provide hours of puzzling fun.
Sudoku For Dummies, Volume 2 will offer 240 original and addictive puzzles including new circular and 16 x 16 puzzles to add new dimensions to game play and keep the most avid Sudoku fan entertained. Of the 240 puzzles, 220 are the popular 9x9 puzzles, 10 are 16 x 16, and 10 are circular puzzles. Within each of these categories there are Easy, Tricky, Tough and Diabolical puzzle ratings; and each puzzle is clearly identified with the rating. More than just a listing of puzzles, Sudoku For Dummies, Volume 2 features a chapter explaining how to solve puzzles and the strategies involved. Additionally, readers receive all puzzle solutions in the back of the book. Finally, Sudoku For Dummies, Volume 2 includes a brief history of Sudoku (or Su Doku) for those interested. Descriptions of the newer types of puzzles are listed below. Circular Sudoku (10 included: 3 Easy, 3 Tricky, 2 Tough, and 2 Diabolical) The rules are similar to the normal 9x9 Sudoku but with some important differences. The puzzle is circular for a start, with 8 concentric rings. Each ring must contain the numbers 1-8 and each segment running into the centre of the circle and through to the opposite side of the circle must contain the numbers 1 - 8 and or course there can be no duplicate numbers. 16 x 16 Sudoku (10 included: 3 Easy, 3 Tricky, 2 Tough, and 2 Diabolical) The grid is larger at 16 x 16 and solvers must fit the letters A-F into the grid alongside the numbers 0-9. 16 x 16 Sudoku are more difficult, take more time and are more infuriating than the normal puzzles - but just as addictive!
Move over, Da Vinci! Here comes a code-breaking challenge based on today’s hottest puzzle craze—and every reader who solves the mystery wins a prize! But it’s not easy: First you have to complete 200 puzzles arranged in levels of difficulty from “Easy” to “Cruel.” Each of 100 numerical sudoku puzzles is paired with a “wordoku” puzzle using letters instead of numbers, and based on a key word or phrase. The combined answers to these puzzle pairs lead to a message containing a set of instructions. Unravel the instructions, and at last the solution appears. Solvers who follow this trail of clues to the end can proudly claim their prize: a button that’s inscribed, “I cracked the Sudoku Code!” ? Notice In the first printing of the book there is an error on page 125. The puzzle itself is correct, but the letters under the grid are incorrect. They should read "W H A T V I D E O" instead of "W H I T E D O V E."
This easy sudoku puzzle book has been designed for fun for all ages and can be played by children, adults and senior citizens alike - suitable for all beginner sudoku puzzle lovers! Perfect for stimulating the mind and improving reasoning skills, this book contains 200 easy difficulty level sudoku puzzles with solutions for each of the puzzles. A 'Beginners Guide' is included providing valuable tips for solving the puzzles. Whatever your age, you'll love this Easy Sudoku Puzzle book! This Easy Sudoku Puzzle book makes an excellent gift and is an ideal challenge for the beginner Sudoku player.
