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Beginning Ring Programming

From Novice to Professional

by Mansour Ayouni ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Gain a gentle introduction to the world of Ring programming with clarity as a first concern using a lot of practical examples. The first part lays the foundations of the language and its basic features (data types, control structures, functions, and classes). The unique way to rigorously structure Ring programs is also explained.Then, in the second part you’ll discover Ring inputs, outputs, and ... Read more

$62.99 USD

Gain a gentle introduction to the world of Ring programming with clarity as a first concern using a lot of practical examples. The first part lays the foundations of the language and its basic features (data types, control structures, functions, and classes). The unique way to rigorously structure Ring programs is also explained.Then, in the second part you’ll discover Ring inputs, outputs, and
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Learn RStudio IDE

Quick, Effective, and Productive Data Science

by Matthew Campbell ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Discover how to use the popular RStudio IDE as a professional tool that includes code refactoring support, debugging, and Git version control integration. This book gives you a tour of RStudio and shows you how it helps you do exploratory data analysis; build data visualizations with ggplot; and create custom R packages and web-based interactive visualizations with Shiny. In addition, you will ... Read more

$40.99 USD

Discover how to use the popular RStudio IDE as a professional tool that includes code refactoring support, debugging, and Git version control integration. This book gives you a tour of RStudio and shows you how it helps you do exploratory data analysis; build data visualizations with ggplot; and create custom R packages and web-based interactive visualizations with Shiny. In addition, you will
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Learn Kotlin for Android Development

The Next Generation Language for Modern Android Apps Programming

by Peter Späth ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Build Android apps and learn the essentials of the popular Kotlin programming language and APIs. This book will teach you the key Kotlin skills and techniques important for creating your very own Android apps. Apart from introducing Kotlin programming, Learn Kotlin for Android Development stresses clean code principles and introduces object-oriented and functional programming as a starting point ... Read more

$53.99 USD

Build Android apps and learn the essentials of the popular Kotlin programming language and APIs. This book will teach you the key Kotlin skills and techniques important for creating your very own Android apps. Apart from introducing Kotlin programming, Learn Kotlin for Android Development stresses clean code principles and introduces object-oriented and functional programming as a starting point
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C++17 Standard Library Quick Reference

A Pocket Guide to Data Structures, Algorithms, and Functions

by Peter Van Weert, Marc Gregoire ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This quick reference is a condensed guide to the essential data structures, algorithms, and functions provided by the C++17 Standard Library. It does not explain the C++ language or syntax, but is accessible to anyone with basic C++ knowledge or programming experience. Even the most experienced C++ programmer will learn a thing or two from it and find it a useful memory-aid.It is hard to remember ... Read more

$40.99 USD

This quick reference is a condensed guide to the essential data structures, algorithms, and functions provided by the C++17 Standard Library. It does not explain the C++ language or syntax, but is accessible to anyone with basic C++ knowledge or programming experience. Even the most experienced C++ programmer will learn a thing or two from it and find it a useful memory-aid.It is hard to remember
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Artificial Intelligence in Music, Sound, Art and Design

9th International Conference, EvoMUSART 2020, Held as Part of EvoStar 2020, Seville, Spain, April 15–17, 2020, Proceedings

Edited by Juan Romero, Anikó Ekárt, Tiago Martins, João Correia ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 9th European Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Music, Sound, Art and Design, EvoMUSART 2020, held as part of Evo*2020, in Seville, Spain, in April 2020, co-located with the Evo*2020 events EuroGP, EvoCOP and EvoApplications.The 15 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 31 submissions. The papers cover a ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 9th European Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Music, Sound, Art and Design, EvoMUSART 2020, held as part of Evo*2020, in Seville, Spain, in April 2020, co-located with the Evo*2020 events EuroGP, EvoCOP and EvoApplications.The 15 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 31 submissions. The papers cover a
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Beginning HCL Programming

Using Hashicorp Language for Automation and Configuration

by Pierluigi Riti, David Flynn ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Get started with programming and using the Hashicorp Language (HCL). This book introduces you to the HCL syntax and its ecosystem then it shows you how to integrate it as part of an overall DevOps approach.Next, you’ll learn how to implement infrastructure as code, specifically, using the Terraform template, a set of cloud infrastructure automation tools. As part of this discussion, you’ll cover ... Read more

$44.99 USD

Get started with programming and using the Hashicorp Language (HCL). This book introduces you to the HCL syntax and its ecosystem then it shows you how to integrate it as part of an overall DevOps approach.Next, you’ll learn how to implement infrastructure as code, specifically, using the Terraform template, a set of cloud infrastructure automation tools. As part of this discussion, you’ll cover
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Simulating Crowds in Egress Scenarios

by Soraia R. Musse, Vinícius J. Cassol, Norman I Badler, Cláudio R. Jung ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book describes, from a computer science viewpoint the software, methods of simulating and analysing crowds with a particular focus on the effects of panic in emergency situations.The power of modern technology impacts on modern life in multiple ways every day. A variety of scientific models and computational tools have been developed to improve human safety and comfort in built environments. ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book describes, from a computer science viewpoint the software, methods of simulating and analysing crowds with a particular focus on the effects of panic in emergency situations.The power of modern technology impacts on modern life in multiple ways every day. A variety of scientific models and computational tools have been developed to improve human safety and comfort in built environments.
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Cuteness Engineering

Designing Adorable Products and Services

by Ayako Hashizume, Aaron Marcus, Masaaki Kurosu, Xiaojuan Ma ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This state of the art monographpresents a unique introduction to thinking about cuteness and its incorporation into modern, especially computer-based, products and services. Cuteness is defined and explored in relation to user-centered design concepts and methods, in addition to considering the history of cuteness and cuteness in other cultures, especially in relation to eastern Asia.The authors ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This state of the art monographpresents a unique introduction to thinking about cuteness and its incorporation into modern, especially computer-based, products and services. Cuteness is defined and explored in relation to user-centered design concepts and methods, in addition to considering the history of cuteness and cuteness in other cultures, especially in relation to eastern Asia.The authors
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Language Implementation Patterns

Create Your Own Domain-Specific and General Programming Languages

by Terence Parr ...

Learn to build configuration file readers, data readers, model-driven code generators, source-to-source translators, source analyzers, and interpreters. You don't need a background in computer science--ANTLR creator Terence Parr demystifies language implementation by breaking it down into the most common design patterns. Pattern by pattern, you'll learn the key skills you need to implement your ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Learn to build configuration file readers, data readers, model-driven code generators, source-to-source translators, source analyzers, and interpreters. You don't need a background in computer science--ANTLR creator Terence Parr demystifies language implementation by breaking it down into the most common design patterns. Pattern by pattern, you'll learn the key skills you need to implement your
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Scalable Disruptors

Design Modelling Symposium Kassel 2024

Edited by Philipp Eversmann, Christoph Gengnagel, Julian Lienhard, Mette Ramsgaard Thomsen, Jan Wurm ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book reflects and expands on current trends in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industries as they respond to the unfolding climate and biodiversity crisis. Shifting away from the traditional focuses, which are narrowly centered on efficiency, this book presents a variety of approaches to move the AEC community from a linear, extractive paradigm to circular and ... Read more

$296.99 USD

This book reflects and expands on current trends in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industries as they respond to the unfolding climate and biodiversity crisis. Shifting away from the traditional focuses, which are narrowly centered on efficiency, this book presents a variety of approaches to move the AEC community from a linear, extractive paradigm to circular and
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Sports Analytics

Second International Conference, ISACE 2025, Shanghai, China, September 26–27, 2025, Proceedings

Edited by Jin-song Dong, Jing Sun, Xiaofei Xie, Kan Jiang ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book LNCS 15925 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Sports Analytics, ISACE 2025, held in Shanghai, China, during September 26-27, 2025.The 21 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 57 submissions. These papers explore the frontiers of sports analytics, which is an interdisciplinary field that integrates artificial intelligence, data ... Read more

$67.99 USD

This book LNCS 15925 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Sports Analytics, ISACE 2025, held in Shanghai, China, during September 26-27, 2025.The 21 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 57 submissions. These papers explore the frontiers of sports analytics, which is an interdisciplinary field that integrates artificial intelligence, data
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Generative KI sinnvoll nutzen

Den Hype durchschauen, Chancen erkennen und Projekte erfolgreich umsetzen

by Dr. Dominik Hörndlein ...

ChatGPT, Bildgeneratoren, KI-Agenten – generative KI verändert, wie Unternehmen arbeiten. Doch zwischen überzogenen Versprechen und echten Möglichkeiten zu unterscheiden, ist schwieriger denn je. Dieses Buch vermittelt das notwendige Wissen, um generative KI zu verstehen, ihre Chancen realistisch einzuschätzen und eigene Projekte erfolgreich umzusetzen. Es schlägt die Brücke zwischen technischem ... Read more

$11.43 USD

ChatGPT, Bildgeneratoren, KI-Agenten – generative KI verändert, wie Unternehmen arbeiten. Doch zwischen überzogenen Versprechen und echten Möglichkeiten zu unterscheiden, ist schwieriger denn je. Dieses Buch vermittelt das notwendige Wissen, um generative KI zu verstehen, ihre Chancen realistisch einzuschätzen und eigene Projekte erfolgreich umzusetzen. Es schlägt die Brücke zwischen technischem
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Foundations of Programming Languages

by Kent D. Lee ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This clearly written textbook introduces the reader to the three styles of programming, examining object-oriented/imperative, functional, and logic programming. The focus of the text moves from highly prescriptive languages to very descriptive languages, demonstrating the many and varied ways in which we can think about programming. Designed for interactive learning both inside and outside of the ... Read more

$53.99 USD

This clearly written textbook introduces the reader to the three styles of programming, examining object-oriented/imperative, functional, and logic programming. The focus of the text moves from highly prescriptive languages to very descriptive languages, demonstrating the many and varied ways in which we can think about programming. Designed for interactive learning both inside and outside of the
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Automata and Computability

A Programmer's Perspective

by Ganesh Gopalakrishnan ...

Automata and Computability is a class-tested textbook which provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the theory of automata and computation. The author uses illustrations, engaging examples, and historical remarks to make the material interesting and relevant for students. It incorporates modern/handy ideas, such as derivative-based parsing and a Lambda reducer showing the ... Read more

$64.99 USD

Automata and Computability is a class-tested textbook which provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the theory of automata and computation. The author uses illustrations, engaging examples, and historical remarks to make the material interesting and relevant for students. It incorporates modern/handy ideas, such as derivative-based parsing and a Lambda reducer showing the
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Tally ERP 9 (Power Of Simplicity)

by Shraddha Singh ...

Tally.ERP 9 is the latest ERP offering of the Tally software series. This book gives you an in-depth knowledge of working with Tally.ERP 9 in a precise and easy to understand language with lots of examples and illustrations. It begins with the basic concepts of accounting so that the beginners in this field can get the desired knowledge before laying their hands on Tally.ERP 9. All the topics from ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Tally.ERP 9 is the latest ERP offering of the Tally software series. This book gives you an in-depth knowledge of working with Tally.ERP 9 in a precise and easy to understand language with lots of examples and illustrations. It begins with the basic concepts of accounting so that the beginners in this field can get the desired knowledge before laying their hands on Tally.ERP 9. All the topics from
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Runtime Verification

18th International Conference, RV 2018, Limassol, Cyprus, November 10–13, 2018, Proceedings

Edited by Christian Colombo, Martin Leucker ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Runtime Verification, RV 2018, held in Limassol, Cyprus, in November 2018.The 21 full papers presented together with 3 short papers and 3 tool papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 49 submissions.The RV conference is concerned with all aspects of monitoring and analysis of hardware, software and more ... Read more

$76.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Runtime Verification, RV 2018, held in Limassol, Cyprus, in November 2018.The 21 full papers presented together with 3 short papers and 3 tool papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 49 submissions.The RV conference is concerned with all aspects of monitoring and analysis of hardware, software and more
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Ethereum Smart Contract Development in Solidity

by Gavin Zheng, Longxiang Gao, Liqun Huang, Jian Guan ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
The general consensus is that BlockChain is the next disruptive technology, and Ethereum is the flagship product of BlockChain 2.0. However, coding and implementing business logic in a decentralized and transparent environment is fundamentally different from traditional programming and is emerging as a major challenge for developers.This book introduces readers to the Solidity language from ... Read more

$76.99 USD

The general consensus is that BlockChain is the next disruptive technology, and Ethereum is the flagship product of BlockChain 2.0. However, coding and implementing business logic in a decentralized and transparent environment is fundamentally different from traditional programming and is emerging as a major challenge for developers.This book introduces readers to the Solidity language from
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Information Security Education. Education in Proactive Information Security

12th IFIP WG 11.8 World Conference, WISE 12, Lisbon, Portugal, June 25–27, 2019, Proceedings

Edited by Lynette Drevin, Marianthi Theocharidou ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th IFIP WG 11.8 World Conference on Information Security Education, WISE 12, held in Lisbon, Portugal, in June 2019.The 12 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: innovation in curricula; training; applications and cryptography; and ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th IFIP WG 11.8 World Conference on Information Security Education, WISE 12, held in Lisbon, Portugal, in June 2019.The 12 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: innovation in curricula; training; applications and cryptography; and
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Impact: Design With All Senses

Proceedings of the Design Modelling Symposium, Berlin 2019

Edited by Christoph Gengnagel, Olivier Baverel, Jane Burry, Mette Ramsgaard Thomsen, Stefan Weinzierl ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book reflects and expands on the current trend in the building industry to understand, simulate and ultimately design buildings by taking into consideration the interlinked elements and forces that act on them. Shifting away from the traditional focus, which was exclusively on building tasks, this approach presents new challenges in all areas of the industry, from material and structural to ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This book reflects and expands on the current trend in the building industry to understand, simulate and ultimately design buildings by taking into consideration the interlinked elements and forces that act on them. Shifting away from the traditional focus, which was exclusively on building tasks, this approach presents new challenges in all areas of the industry, from material and structural to
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Transforming Learning with Meaningful Technologies

14th European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning, EC-TEL 2019, Delft, The Netherlands, September 16–19, 2019, Proceedings

Edited by Maren Scheffel, Julien Broisin, Viktoria Pammer-Schindler, Andri Ioannou, Jan Schneider ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning, EC-TEL 2019, held in Delft, The Netherlands, in September 2019.The 41 research papers and 50 demo and poster papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 149 submissions.The contributions reflect the debate around the role of and challenges for cutting-edge 21st ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning, EC-TEL 2019, held in Delft, The Netherlands, in September 2019.The 41 research papers and 50 demo and poster papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 149 submissions.The contributions reflect the debate around the role of and challenges for cutting-edge 21st
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Developing Support Technologies

Integrating Multiple Perspectives to Create Assistance that People Really Want

Edited by Athanasios Karafillidis, Robert Weidner ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book shows the advantages of using different perspectives and scientific backgrounds for developing support technologies that are integrated into daily life. It highlights the interaction between people and technology as a key factor for achieving this integration and discusses relevant methods, concepts, technologies, and applications suitable for interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book shows the advantages of using different perspectives and scientific backgrounds for developing support technologies that are integrated into daily life. It highlights the interaction between people and technology as a key factor for achieving this integration and discusses relevant methods, concepts, technologies, and applications suitable for interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration
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Usability for the World: Building Better Cities and Communities

Edited by Elizabeth Rosenzweig, Amanda Davis ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Want to build cities that truly work for everyone? Usability for the World: Sustainable Cities and Communities reveals how human-centered design is key to thriving, equitable urban spaces. This isn't just another urban planning book; it's a practical guide to transforming cities, offering concrete strategies and real-world examples you can use today.What if our cities could be both efficient and ... Read more

$224.99 USD

Want to build cities that truly work for everyone? Usability for the World: Sustainable Cities and Communities reveals how human-centered design is key to thriving, equitable urban spaces. This isn't just another urban planning book; it's a practical guide to transforming cities, offering concrete strategies and real-world examples you can use today.What if our cities could be both efficient and
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Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality

15th International Conference, VAMR 2023, Held as Part of the 25th HCI International Conference, HCII 2023, Copenhagen, Denmark, July 23–28, 2023, Proceedings

Edited by Jessie Y. C. Chen, Gino Fragomeni ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality, VAMR 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2022 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions.The VAMR 2023 ... Read more

$98.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality, VAMR 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2022 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions.The VAMR 2023
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HCI for Cybersecurity, Privacy and Trust

5th International Conference, HCI-CPT 2023, Held as Part of the 25th HCI International Conference, HCII 2023, Copenhagen, Denmark, July 23–28, 2023, Proceedings

Edited by Abbas Moallem ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This proceedings, HCI-CPT 2023, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Cybersecurity, Privacy and Trust, held as Part of the 24th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which took place in July 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from ... Read more

$107.99 USD

This proceedings, HCI-CPT 2023, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Cybersecurity, Privacy and Trust, held as Part of the 24th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which took place in July 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from
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