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Feedback Control for Computer Systems

Introducing Control Theory to Enterprise Programmers

by Philipp K. Janert ...

How can you take advantage of feedback control for enterprise programming? With this book, author Philipp K. Janert demonstrates how the same principles that govern cruise control in your car also apply to data center management and other enterprise systems. Through case studies and hands-on simulations, you’ll learn methods to solve several control issues, including mechanisms to spin up more ... Read more

$28.79 CAD

How can you take advantage of feedback control for enterprise programming? With this book, author Philipp K. Janert demonstrates how the same principles that govern cruise control in your car also apply to data center management and other enterprise systems. Through case studies and hands-on simulations, you’ll learn methods to solve several control issues, including mechanisms to spin up more
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Agents and Multi-Agent Systems: Technologies and Applications 2021

Proceedings of 15th KES International Conference, KES-AMSTA 2021, June 2021

Edited by G. Jezic, J. Chen-Burger, M. Kusek, R. Sperka, R. J. Howlett, Lakhmi C. Jain ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book highlights new trends and challenges in research on agents and the new digital and knowledge economy. It includes papers on business process management, agent-based modeling and simulation, and anthropic-oriented computing that were originally presented at the 15th International KES Conference on Agents and Multi-Agent Systems: Technologies and Applications (KES-AMSTA 2021), being held ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

This book highlights new trends and challenges in research on agents and the new digital and knowledge economy. It includes papers on business process management, agent-based modeling and simulation, and anthropic-oriented computing that were originally presented at the 15th International KES Conference on Agents and Multi-Agent Systems: Technologies and Applications (KES-AMSTA 2021), being held
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Human-Computer Interaction – INTERACT 2015

15th IFIP TC 13 International Conference, Bamberg, Germany, September 14-18, 2015, Proceedings, Part III

Edited by Julio Abascal, Simone Barbosa, Mirko Fetter, Tom Gross, Philippe Palanque, Marco Winckler ...

Series Book 3 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The four-volume set LNCS 9296-9299 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th IFIP TC13 International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, INTERACT 2015, held in Bamberg, Germany, in September 2015. The 43 papers included in the third volume are organized in topical sections on HCI for global software development; HCI in healthcare; HCI studies; human-robot interaction; interactive ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

The four-volume set LNCS 9296-9299 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th IFIP TC13 International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, INTERACT 2015, held in Bamberg, Germany, in September 2015. The 43 papers included in the third volume are organized in topical sections on HCI for global software development; HCI in healthcare; HCI studies; human-robot interaction; interactive
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Multimedia for Accessible Human Computer Interfaces

Edited by Troy McDaniel, Xueliang Liu ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
The book Multimedia for Accessible Human Computer Interfaces is to be the first resource to provide in-depth coverage on topical areas of multimedia computing (images, video, audio, speech, haptics, VR/AR, etc.) for accessible and inclusive human computer interfaces. Topics are grouped into thematic areas spanning the human senses: Vision, Hearing, Touch, as well as Multimodal applications. Each ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

The book Multimedia for Accessible Human Computer Interfaces is to be the first resource to provide in-depth coverage on topical areas of multimedia computing (images, video, audio, speech, haptics, VR/AR, etc.) for accessible and inclusive human computer interfaces. Topics are grouped into thematic areas spanning the human senses: Vision, Hearing, Touch, as well as Multimodal applications. Each
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Diversity, Divergence, Dialogue

16th International Conference, iConference 2021, Beijing, China, March 17–31, 2021, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Katharina Toeppe, Hui Yan, Samuel Kai Wah Chu ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-volume set LNCS 12645-12646 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Diversity, Divergence, Dialogue, iConference 2021, held in Beijing, China, in March 2021.The 32 full papers and the 59 short papers presented in this two-volume set were carefully reviewed and selected from 225 submissions. They cover topics such as: AI and machine learning; data ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This two-volume set LNCS 12645-12646 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Diversity, Divergence, Dialogue, iConference 2021, held in Beijing, China, in March 2021.The 32 full papers and the 59 short papers presented in this two-volume set were carefully reviewed and selected from 225 submissions. They cover topics such as: AI and machine learning; data
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Prototyping

A Practitioner's Guide

by Todd Zaki Warfel ...

Prototyping is a great way to communicate the intent of a design both clearly and effectively. Prototypes help you to flesh out design ideas, test assumptions, and gather real-time feedback from users. With this book, Todd Zaki Warfel shows how prototypes are more than just a design tool by demonstrating how they can help you market a product, gain internal buy-in, and test feasibility with your ... Read more

$49.49 CAD

Prototyping is a great way to communicate the intent of a design both clearly and effectively. Prototypes help you to flesh out design ideas, test assumptions, and gather real-time feedback from users. With this book, Todd Zaki Warfel shows how prototypes are more than just a design tool by demonstrating how they can help you market a product, gain internal buy-in, and test feasibility with your
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Real-time Simulation for Sustainable Production

Enhancing User Experience and Creating Business Value

Edited by Juhani Ukko, Minna Saunila, Janne Heikkinen, R.Scott Semken, Aki Mikkola ...

Series series Routledge Advances in Production and Operations Management
This book provides a comprehensive overview of potential opportunities and the business value position related to implementing physics-based real-time simulation to production. The objective of real-time simulation is to provide value for all three dimensions of sustainability: economic, social, and environmental.By reviewing actual industrial cases and presenting relevant academic research, the ... Read more

$81.06 CAD

This book provides a comprehensive overview of potential opportunities and the business value position related to implementing physics-based real-time simulation to production. The objective of real-time simulation is to provide value for all three dimensions of sustainability: economic, social, and environmental.By reviewing actual industrial cases and presenting relevant academic research, the
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The Web Accessibility Project

Development and Testing Best Practices

by Narayanan Palani ...

Approximately 15% of the global population is affected by some sort of disability, according to the World Report on Disability. Many C-Suite executives perceive digital accessibility (DA) as an endless task. Among the engineering leaders, one in four leaders are reliant on very limited knowledge about digital accessibility. Many countries are increasing their legislative efforts to make web ... Read more

$138.78 CAD

Approximately 15% of the global population is affected by some sort of disability, according to the World Report on Disability. Many C-Suite executives perceive digital accessibility (DA) as an endless task. Among the engineering leaders, one in four leaders are reliant on very limited knowledge about digital accessibility. Many countries are increasing their legislative efforts to make web
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Practical Aspects of Declarative Languages

24th International Symposium, PADL 2022, Philadelphia, PA, USA, January 17–18, 2022, Proceedings

Edited by James Cheney, Simona Perri ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 24th International Conference on Practical Aspects of Declarative Languages, PADL 2022, held in Philadelphia, PA, USA, during January 17-18, 2022.The 9 full papers and 4 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 22 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: answer set programming; ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 24th International Conference on Practical Aspects of Declarative Languages, PADL 2022, held in Philadelphia, PA, USA, during January 17-18, 2022.The 9 full papers and 4 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 22 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: answer set programming;
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Advancing OpenMP for Future Accelerators

20th International Workshop on OpenMP, IWOMP 2024, Perth, WA, Australia, September 23–25, 2024, Proceedings

Edited by Alexis Espinosa, Michael Klemm, Bronis R. de Supinski, Maciej Cytowski, Jannis Klinkenberg ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 20th International Workshop on OpenMP: Advancing OpenMP for Future Accelerators, IWOMP 2024, in Perth, WA, Australia, during September 23–25, 2024.The 14 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 16 submissions. They are grouped into the following topics: current and future openMP optimization; targeting more ... Read more

$70.49 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 20th International Workshop on OpenMP: Advancing OpenMP for Future Accelerators, IWOMP 2024, in Perth, WA, Australia, during September 23–25, 2024.The 14 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 16 submissions. They are grouped into the following topics: current and future openMP optimization; targeting more
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Information Refinement Technologies for Crisis Informatics

User Expectations and Design Principles for Social Media and Mobile Apps

by Marc-André Kaufhold ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
Marc-André Kaufhold explores user expectations and design implications for the utilization of new media in crisis management and response. He develops a novel framework for information refinement, which integrates the event, organisational, societal, and technological perspectives of crises. Therefore, he reviews the state of the art on crisis informatics and empirically examines the use, ... Read more

$128.09 CAD

Marc-André Kaufhold explores user expectations and design implications for the utilization of new media in crisis management and response. He develops a novel framework for information refinement, which integrates the event, organisational, societal, and technological perspectives of crises. Therefore, he reviews the state of the art on crisis informatics and empirically examines the use,
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HCI Models, Theories, and Frameworks

Toward a Multidisciplinary Science

Edited by John M. Carroll ...

Series series Interactive Technologies
HCI Models, Theories, and Frameworks provides a thorough pedagological survey of the science of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). HCI spans many disciplines and professions, including anthropology, cognitive psychology, computer graphics, graphical design, human factors engineering, interaction design, sociology, and software engineering. While many books and courses now address HCI technology and ... Read more

$71.19 CAD

HCI Models, Theories, and Frameworks provides a thorough pedagological survey of the science of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). HCI spans many disciplines and professions, including anthropology, cognitive psychology, computer graphics, graphical design, human factors engineering, interaction design, sociology, and software engineering. While many books and courses now address HCI technology and
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Gamification Design

Wie spielerische Elemente die Nutzung von Geschäftsanwendungen beflügeln

by Stefan Wagenpfeil ...

Series series Computer Science and Engineering (German Language)
Gamification hat längst den Bereich der Computerspiele verlassen und ist zu einem wichtigen Werkzeug geworden, um Anwendungen zu entwickeln, die Benutzer*innen fördern, fordern und fesseln. In diesem Buch werden die Konzepte der Gamification, grundlegende Modelle und deren Anwendungsbereiche behandelt. Zudem erhalten Sie konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen und Herangehensweisen für die praktische ... Read more

$41.89 CAD

Gamification hat längst den Bereich der Computerspiele verlassen und ist zu einem wichtigen Werkzeug geworden, um Anwendungen zu entwickeln, die Benutzer*innen fördern, fordern und fesseln. In diesem Buch werden die Konzepte der Gamification, grundlegende Modelle und deren Anwendungsbereiche behandelt. Zudem erhalten Sie konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen und Herangehensweisen für die praktische
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AI Prompts & Power of Words

by D.Cyrus ...

We are now entering a paradigm where computers arelearning to understand and respond in human language,blurring the lines between human and machine interaction.This transformative shift has given rise to a critical newskill: prompt engineering. This chapter serves as anintroduction to this burgeoning field, exploring itssignificance, practical applications, and the exciting journeyof mastering the ... Read more

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We are now entering a paradigm where computers arelearning to understand and respond in human language,blurring the lines between human and machine interaction.This transformative shift has given rise to a critical newskill: prompt engineering. This chapter serves as anintroduction to this burgeoning field, exploring itssignificance, practical applications, and the exciting journeyof mastering the
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"edição De Vídeo E Criação De Conteúdo Para O Youtube"

by Shóstenes S. Formiga ...

Bem-vindo a um emocionante e abrangente curso sobre Edição de Vídeo e Criação de Conteúdo para o YouTube . Este curso foi projetado para ajudá-lo a explorar e dominar todas as facetas da criação de conteúdo de vídeo, desde o básico até estratégias avançadas, capacitando você a construir uma presença de sucesso no YouTube. Nos dias de hoje, o YouTube é muito mais do que uma plataforma de ... Read more

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Bem-vindo a um emocionante e abrangente curso sobre Edição de Vídeo e Criação de Conteúdo para o YouTube . Este curso foi projetado para ajudá-lo a explorar e dominar todas as facetas da criação de conteúdo de vídeo, desde o básico até estratégias avançadas, capacitando você a construir uma presença de sucesso no YouTube. Nos dias de hoje, o YouTube é muito mais do que uma plataforma de
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Ultimate AWS Data Engineering

Design, Implement, and Optimize Scalable Data Solutions on AWS with Practical Workflows and Visual Aids for Unmatched Impact

by Rathish Mohan, Shekhar Agrawal, Srinivasa Sunil ...

Unlock the Power of AWS Data Engineering and Build Smarter Pipelines for Data-Driven Success.Key Features● Gain an in-depth understanding of essential AWS services such as S3, DynamoDB, Redshift, and Glue to build scalable data solutions.● Learn to design efficient, fault-tolerant data pipelines while adhering to best practices in cost management and security.Book DescriptionIn today’s data-driven ... Read more

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Unlock the Power of AWS Data Engineering and Build Smarter Pipelines for Data-Driven Success.Key Features● Gain an in-depth understanding of essential AWS services such as S3, DynamoDB, Redshift, and Glue to build scalable data solutions.● Learn to design efficient, fault-tolerant data pipelines while adhering to best practices in cost management and security.Book DescriptionIn today’s data-driven
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The Ultimate Systems Analyst Guide to AI — For Beginners

by Mikael Jörgenstam ...

The Ultimate Systems Analyst Guide to AI — for BeginnersWhat if understanding and using AI wasn't about coding, but about asking the right questions?This is not a guide for tech wizards. It's a powerful field manual for anyone — especially those working in business, education, consulting, project management, writing, or administration — who wants to learn how to think like a systems analyst and ... Read more

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The Ultimate Systems Analyst Guide to AI — for BeginnersWhat if understanding and using AI wasn't about coding, but about asking the right questions?This is not a guide for tech wizards. It's a powerful field manual for anyone — especially those working in business, education, consulting, project management, writing, or administration — who wants to learn how to think like a systems analyst and
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Interactive Design for New Media and the Web

by Nick Iuppa ...

In an age where digital technology makes just about anything possible, Interactive Design for New Media and the Web demonstrates how to realize that promise through the creation of outstanding interactive programs. This hands-on, practical book examines the ever-expanding capabilities of all forms of digital presentation for increasing interactivity, and the design principles and interface ... Read more

$105.80 CAD

In an age where digital technology makes just about anything possible, Interactive Design for New Media and the Web demonstrates how to realize that promise through the creation of outstanding interactive programs. This hands-on, practical book examines the ever-expanding capabilities of all forms of digital presentation for increasing interactivity, and the design principles and interface
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The Rise of Manus AI in Hand Tracking & Haptic Technology

by koenzi ...

"The Future is in Your Hands: The Rise of Manus AI in Hand Tracking & Haptic Technology" is a comprehensive exploration of how natural human interaction with digital environments is being revolutionized through immersive technologies. This eBook dives into the evolution of hand tracking and haptics, profiles key market players like Ultraleap, SenseGlove, HaptX, and NeuroDigital, and highlights why ... Read more

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"The Future is in Your Hands: The Rise of Manus AI in Hand Tracking & Haptic Technology" is a comprehensive exploration of how natural human interaction with digital environments is being revolutionized through immersive technologies. This eBook dives into the evolution of hand tracking and haptics, profiles key market players like Ultraleap, SenseGlove, HaptX, and NeuroDigital, and highlights why
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Plainify AI

Simple for a Novice, Useful for a Pro

by Cupid Chan ...

Plainify AI - 2025 International Book Awards What if understanding Artificial Intelligence could be as simple as sharing a story with a friend? In Plainify AI: Simple for a Novice, Useful for a Pro, Cupid Chan achieves exactly that-demystifying AI without technical formulas and turning it into something anyone can grasp.Drawing on personal anecdotes, conversations with his children, and decades of ... Read more

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Plainify AI - 2025 International Book Awards What if understanding Artificial Intelligence could be as simple as sharing a story with a friend? In Plainify AI: Simple for a Novice, Useful for a Pro, Cupid Chan achieves exactly that-demystifying AI without technical formulas and turning it into something anyone can grasp.Drawing on personal anecdotes, conversations with his children, and decades of
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Informed Machine Learning

Edited by Daniel Schulz, Christian Bauckhage ...

Series series Artificial Intelligence (R0)
This open access book presents the concept of Informed Machine Learning and demonstrates its practical use with a compelling collection of applications of this paradigm in industrial and business use cases. These range from health care over manufacturing and material science to more advanced combinations with deep learning, say, in the form of physical informed neural networks. The book is ... Read more

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This open access book presents the concept of Informed Machine Learning and demonstrates its practical use with a compelling collection of applications of this paradigm in industrial and business use cases. These range from health care over manufacturing and material science to more advanced combinations with deep learning, say, in the form of physical informed neural networks. The book is
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Fast and Slow

Methods for Timely HCI and Interaction Design Research

by Mikael Wiberg ...

Fast and Slow: Methods for Timely HCI and Interaction Design Research explores the dynamic interplay between rapid and reflective, or long-term vs. short-term research in human–computer interaction (HCI) and interaction design research. In an era where fast approaches to technical research are foregrounded, this book provides a critical examination of the temporalities at play in various research ... Read more

$107.17 CAD

Fast and Slow: Methods for Timely HCI and Interaction Design Research explores the dynamic interplay between rapid and reflective, or long-term vs. short-term research in human–computer interaction (HCI) and interaction design research. In an era where fast approaches to technical research are foregrounded, this book provides a critical examination of the temporalities at play in various research
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The Analytics Operating System

Teams, Governance, and the Path to AI

by Fatima Soomro ...

AI won't fix weak data foundations; your teams and processes will.In The Analytics Operating System: Teams, Governance, and the Path to AI, Fatima Soomro reveals why analytics and AI initiatives often fail and how to make yours succeed. Drawing on more than a decade in corporate data environments, she shows how durable success depends on operating models, team alignment, and clear decision ... Read more

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AI won't fix weak data foundations; your teams and processes will.In The Analytics Operating System: Teams, Governance, and the Path to AI, Fatima Soomro reveals why analytics and AI initiatives often fail and how to make yours succeed. Drawing on more than a decade in corporate data environments, she shows how durable success depends on operating models, team alignment, and clear decision
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Human-Centered Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications

6th International Conference, MOBILE 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22–27, 2025, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by June Wei, George Margetis ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications, MOBILE 2025, held as part of the 27th International Conference, HCI International 2025, which was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025.The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings was carefully reviewed and ... Read more

$70.49 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications, MOBILE 2025, held as part of the 27th International Conference, HCI International 2025, which was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025.The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings was carefully reviewed and
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