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When I first saw the prices for ebooks (~$22) I was initially shocked (but the 40% makes it a better deal). However, then I noticed the value-add that PragProg
by typicalrunt 15y ago
When I first saw the prices for ebooks (~$22) I was initially shocked (but the 40% makes it a better deal). However, then I noticed the value-add that PragProg provided their customers. I think they should advertise these features more prominently:
1. You get all 3 formats
2. You get constant updates to the book (errata and such) [edit: not new editions.]
3. You can connect your PragProg account to your Dropbox so that your books are delivered there automatically.
#3 is a new addition, but it's killer for me. I get all formats uploaded instantly to Dropbox, so they're available on all my devices. And when I buy a Beta book it gets updated automatically without me having to remember to login and redownload.
- acangiano 15y agoIn addition: 1. DRM-free formats 2. A support forum where you can ask questions and interact directly with the author
- naner 15y ago2. You get constant updates to the book (errata and such) New editions? On a related note: I know this is ridiculous but I wish I could purchase book diffs upon the release of a new edition. I already read the second edition of CLRS and paid $60 for it. Now I just want the new bits of the 3rd edition at a reasonable price.
- tryitnow 15y ago#3 is great, but I don't see anything about Dropbox in my Pragmatic account. Looked under FAQs couldn't find it there either. I'll keep looking but in the meantime I'll just download and then upload to Dropbox. Update: It's under 'edit profile' right before the last listing about Kindle settings.
- typicalrunt 15y agoMy Account --> Edit Profile. Scroll down to "Dropbox Settings".