With the explosive growth of Linux over the past several years, the demand for quality applications has never been greater. Developing Linux Applications meets this growing need with vigor, illustrating the myriad tools and tactics from GTK+ and GDK that a Linux developer will need to create GUI applications. Written for the developer with extensive C knowledge, this book teaches through detailed examples. Eric Harlow incorporates the rudiments of GTK+ with these examples to give the reader a detailed, holistic learning experience. He then takes the reader to the next level of development by providing instruction on creating unique widgets, designing complex graphical environments with GDK, and working with sprites and animation. Perfect for the experienced Windows or UNIX developer interested in learning about GTK+ Developing Linux Applications is the covalent bond that will strengthen anyone's development savvy.