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CryEngine Basics: First Steps in Game Development

CryEngine Series

by Kameron Hussain, Frahaan Hussain ...

Series series CryEngine Series
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of game development with "CryEngine Basics: First Steps in Game Development." This comprehensive guide is an indispensable resource for aspiring game developers, digital artists, and enthusiasts eager to master the fundamentals of using CryEngine, one of the most powerful game engines available today.Authored by a seasoned game developer, this book ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of game development with "CryEngine Basics: First Steps in Game Development." This comprehensive guide is an indispensable resource for aspiring game developers, digital artists, and enthusiasts eager to master the fundamentals of using CryEngine, one of the most powerful game engines available today.Authored by a seasoned game developer, this book
... Read more
Apache Kafka 1.0 Cookbook

Over 100 practical recipes on using distributed enterprise messaging to handle real-time data

by Raúl Estrada ...

Simplify real-time data processing by leveraging the power of Apache Kafka 1.0Key FeaturesUse Kafka 1.0 features such as Confluent platforms and Kafka streams to build efficient streaming data applications to handle and process your dataIntegrate Kafka with other Big Data tools such as Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, and moreHands-on recipes to help you design, operate, maintain, and secure your ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Simplify real-time data processing by leveraging the power of Apache Kafka 1.0Key FeaturesUse Kafka 1.0 features such as Confluent platforms and Kafka streams to build efficient streaming data applications to handle and process your dataIntegrate Kafka with other Big Data tools such as Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, and moreHands-on recipes to help you design, operate, maintain, and secure your
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Introduction to Computer Science Unlocking the World of Technology

by Benjamin Fredeman Britz ...

"Introduction to Computer Science: Unlocking the World of Technology" is a comprehensive guide that introduces the exciting field of computer science to school students. This book covers a wide range of topics, starting with the basics of computer science and its history, and then delving into the fundamentals of computing, programming languages, software development, data structures and ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Introduction to Computer Science: Unlocking the World of Technology" is a comprehensive guide that introduces the exciting field of computer science to school students. This book covers a wide range of topics, starting with the basics of computer science and its history, and then delving into the fundamentals of computing, programming languages, software development, data structures and
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PostgreSQL 16 Cookbook, Second Edition

by Peter G ...

Offering a detailed practical look at PostgreSQL 16's new features, "PostgreSQL 16 Cookbook, Second Edition" equips database administrators and developers to take advantage of the most recent developments. This edition provides in-depth coverage of enhanced logical replication, which now includes the ability to replicate from standby servers. We provide detailed instructions for setting up these ... Read more

$29.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Offering a detailed practical look at PostgreSQL 16's new features, "PostgreSQL 16 Cookbook, Second Edition" equips database administrators and developers to take advantage of the most recent developments. This edition provides in-depth coverage of enhanced logical replication, which now includes the ability to replicate from standby servers. We provide detailed instructions for setting up these
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Hands-On SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services

Design and query tabular and multi-dimensional models using Microsoft's SQL Server Analysis Services

by Steven Hughes ...

Get up to speed with the new features added to Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services and create models to support your businessKey FeaturesExplore tips and tricks to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data analytics solutions using Microsoft's technologiesLearn tabular modeling and multi-dimensional cube design development using real-world examplesImplement Analysis Services to help ... Read more

$36.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get up to speed with the new features added to Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services and create models to support your businessKey FeaturesExplore tips and tricks to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data analytics solutions using Microsoft's technologiesLearn tabular modeling and multi-dimensional cube design development using real-world examplesImplement Analysis Services to help
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Advanced Guide to Python 3 Programming

by John Hunt ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Advanced Guide to Python 3 Programming delves deeply into a host of subjects that you need to understand if you are to develop sophisticated real-world programs. Each topic is preceded by an introduction followed by more advanced topics, along with numerous examples, that take you to an advanced level.There are nine different sections within the book covering Computer Graphics(including GUIs), ... Read more

$58.49 USD

Advanced Guide to Python 3 Programming delves deeply into a host of subjects that you need to understand if you are to develop sophisticated real-world programs. Each topic is preceded by an introduction followed by more advanced topics, along with numerous examples, that take you to an advanced level.There are nine different sections within the book covering Computer Graphics(including GUIs),
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Managing Data Science

Effective strategies to manage data science projects and build a sustainable team

by Kirill Dubovikov ...

Understand data science concepts and methodologies to manage and deliver top-notch solutions for your organizationKey FeaturesLearn the basics of data science and explore its possibilities and limitationsManage data science projects and assemble teams effectively even in the most challenging situationsUnderstand management principles and approaches for data science projects to streamline the ... Read more

$22.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand data science concepts and methodologies to manage and deliver top-notch solutions for your organizationKey FeaturesLearn the basics of data science and explore its possibilities and limitationsManage data science projects and assemble teams effectively even in the most challenging situationsUnderstand management principles and approaches for data science projects to streamline the
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Learning Neo4j 3.x

Effective data modeling, performance tuning and data visualization techniques in Neo4j

by Jerome Baton, Rik Van Bruggen ...

Run blazingly fast queries on complex graph datasets with the power of the Neo4j graph databaseKey Features\[\*\]Get acquainted with graph database systems and apply them in real-world use cases\[\*\] Use Cypher query language, APOC and other Neo4j extensions to derive meaningful analysis from complex data sets.\[\*\]A practical guide filled with ready to use examples on querying, graph processing ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Run blazingly fast queries on complex graph datasets with the power of the Neo4j graph databaseKey Features\[\*\]Get acquainted with graph database systems and apply them in real-world use cases\[\*\] Use Cypher query language, APOC and other Neo4j extensions to derive meaningful analysis from complex data sets.\[\*\]A practical guide filled with ready to use examples on querying, graph processing
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Extreme DAX

Take your Power BI and Microsoft data analytics skills to the next level

by Michiel Rozema, Henk Vlootman ...

Discover the true power of DAX and build advanced DAX solutions for practical business scenariosKey FeaturesSolve complex business problems within Microsoft BI tools including Power BI, SQL Server, and ExcelDevelop a conceptual understanding of critical business data modeling principlesLearn the subtleties of Power BI data visualizations, evaluation context, context transition, and filteringBook ... Read more

$44.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the true power of DAX and build advanced DAX solutions for practical business scenariosKey FeaturesSolve complex business problems within Microsoft BI tools including Power BI, SQL Server, and ExcelDevelop a conceptual understanding of critical business data modeling principlesLearn the subtleties of Power BI data visualizations, evaluation context, context transition, and filteringBook
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Product Management for UX People

From Designing to Thriving in a Product World

by Christian Crumlish ...

"This is the book to read if you're thinking of a career transition from UX to product." —Ellen Chisa, Founder in Residence, Boldstart VenturesUser experience designers and researchers are wrestling with product management—as a peer discipline, a job title, a future career—or simply wondering exactly what it entails. In Product Management for UX People, Christian Crumlish demystifies product ... Read more

$40.49 USD

"This is the book to read if you're thinking of a career transition from UX to product." —Ellen Chisa, Founder in Residence, Boldstart VenturesUser experience designers and researchers are wrestling with product management—as a peer discipline, a job title, a future career—or simply wondering exactly what it entails. In Product Management for UX People, Christian Crumlish demystifies product
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The BPMN Graphic Handbook

by Esteban Herrera ...

- Do you want to know the purpose of all the diagrams and elements of BPMN in an easy way?- Do you want a quick reference to the most useful parts of BPMN?- Are you tired of reading books full of boring text (and in small font)?The BPMN Graphic Handbook is the solution to these problems.This book describes all the major BPMN diagram types, what they're used for, and the basic notation involved in ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

- Do you want to know the purpose of all the diagrams and elements of BPMN in an easy way?- Do you want a quick reference to the most useful parts of BPMN?- Are you tired of reading books full of boring text (and in small font)?The BPMN Graphic Handbook is the solution to these problems.This book describes all the major BPMN diagram types, what they're used for, and the basic notation involved in
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Effective MySQL Optimizing SQL Statements

by Ronald Bradford ...

Series series Oracle Press
The Essential Guide to SQL Statement OptimizationWritten by Oracle ACE Director and MySQL expert Ronald Bradford, Effective MySQL: Optimizing SQL Statements is filled with detailed explanations and practical examples that can be applied immediately to improve database and application performances. Featuring a step-by-step approach to SQL optimization, this Oracle Press book helps you to analyze ... Read more

$31.69 USD

The Essential Guide to SQL Statement OptimizationWritten by Oracle ACE Director and MySQL expert Ronald Bradford, Effective MySQL: Optimizing SQL Statements is filled with detailed explanations and practical examples that can be applied immediately to improve database and application performances. Featuring a step-by-step approach to SQL optimization, this Oracle Press book helps you to analyze
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Logic And Language Models For Computer Science (Third Edition)

by Dana Richards, Henry Hamburger ...

This text presents the formal concepts underlying Computer Science.It starts with a wide introduction to Logic with an emphasis on reasoning and proof, with chapters on Program Verification and Prolog.The treatment of computability with Automata and Formal Languages stands out in several ways:The style is appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate classes. ... Read more

$41.99 USD

This text presents the formal concepts underlying Computer Science.It starts with a wide introduction to Logic with an emphasis on reasoning and proof, with chapters on Program Verification and Prolog.The treatment of computability with Automata and Formal Languages stands out in several ways:The style is appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate classes.
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Data Visualization with D3.js Cookbook

Turn your digital data into dynamic graphics with this exciting, leading-edge cookbook. Packed with recipes and practical guidance it will quickly make you a proficient user of the D3 JavaScript library.

by Nick Zhu ...

Turn your digital data into dynamic graphics with this exciting, leading-edge cookbook. Packed with recipes and practical guidance it will quickly make you a proficient user of the D3 JavaScript library.Key FeaturesCreate stunning data visualization with the power of D3Bootstrap D3 quickly with the help of ready-to-go code samplesSolve real-world visualization problems with the help of practical ... Read more

$28.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Turn your digital data into dynamic graphics with this exciting, leading-edge cookbook. Packed with recipes and practical guidance it will quickly make you a proficient user of the D3 JavaScript library.Key FeaturesCreate stunning data visualization with the power of D3Bootstrap D3 quickly with the help of ready-to-go code samplesSolve real-world visualization problems with the help of practical
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The AI Dilemma

7 Principles for Responsible Technology

by Juliette Powell, Art Kleiner ...

The misuse of AI has led to wrongful arrests, denial of medical care, even genocide-this book offers 7 powerful principles that business can use now to end the harm.AI holds incredible promise to improve virtually every aspect of our lives, but we can't ignore its risks, mishaps and misuses. Juliette Powell and Art Kleiner offer seven principles for ensuring that machine learning supports human ... Read more

$16.99 USD

The misuse of AI has led to wrongful arrests, denial of medical care, even genocide-this book offers 7 powerful principles that business can use now to end the harm.AI holds incredible promise to improve virtually every aspect of our lives, but we can't ignore its risks, mishaps and misuses. Juliette Powell and Art Kleiner offer seven principles for ensuring that machine learning supports human
... Read more
The Pocket Universal Principles of UX

100 Timeless Strategies to Create Positive Interactions between People and Technology

by Irene Pereyra ...

Series series Rockport Universal
Pocket Universal Principles of UX features the concepts and guidelines included in the original version in an accessible condensed format.Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, Universal Principles of UX pairs clear explanations of each concept with visual examples of the ideas applied in practice. The book is organized into six broad categories:ConsiderEmpathizeDefineResearchDesign... ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Pocket Universal Principles of UX features the concepts and guidelines included in the original version in an accessible condensed format.Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, Universal Principles of UX pairs clear explanations of each concept with visual examples of the ideas applied in practice. The book is organized into six broad categories:ConsiderEmpathizeDefineResearchDesign...
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Building Human-Centered Generative AI

by Tanmoy Hazra, Kushal Anjaria, Rahul Dixit, Nitesh Funde ...

Series series Artificial Intelligence (R0)
This book addresses critical ethical, social, and technological challenges that arise from the rapid integration of Generative AI systems into diverse aspects of human life. The shift toward human-centered GAI emerges as a response to increasing concerns about AI's embedded biases, opacity, and potential misalignment with human values. By centering on human experiences, agency, and ethical ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book addresses critical ethical, social, and technological challenges that arise from the rapid integration of Generative AI systems into diverse aspects of human life. The shift toward human-centered GAI emerges as a response to increasing concerns about AI's embedded biases, opacity, and potential misalignment with human values. By centering on human experiences, agency, and ethical
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Human Interface and the Management of Information. Designing Information

Thematic Area, HIMI 2020, Held as Part of the 22nd International Conference, HCII 2020, Copenhagen, Denmark, July 19–24, 2020, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Sakae Yamamoto, Hirohiko Mori ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-volume set LNCS 12184 and 12185 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Thematic Area on Human Interface and the Management of Information, HIMI 2020, held as part of HCI International 2020 in Copenhagen, Denmark.*HCII 2020 received a total of 6326 submissions, of which 1439 papers and 238 posters were accepted for publication after a careful reviewing process.The 72 papers presented ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This two-volume set LNCS 12184 and 12185 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Thematic Area on Human Interface and the Management of Information, HIMI 2020, held as part of HCI International 2020 in Copenhagen, Denmark.*HCII 2020 received a total of 6326 submissions, of which 1439 papers and 238 posters were accepted for publication after a careful reviewing process.The 72 papers presented
... Read more
Theory and Practice of Model Transformation

10th International Conference, ICMT 2017, Held as Part of STAF 2017, Marburg, Germany, July 17-18, 2017, Proceedings

Edited by Esther Guerra, Mark van den Brand ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Model Transformation, ICMT 2017, held as part of STAF 2017, in Marburg, Germany, in July 2017.The 9 full papers and 2 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 31 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: transformation paradigms, languages, algorithms and strategies; ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Model Transformation, ICMT 2017, held as part of STAF 2017, in Marburg, Germany, in July 2017.The 9 full papers and 2 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 31 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: transformation paradigms, languages, algorithms and strategies;
... Read more
Advances in Cross-Cultural Decision Making

Proceedings of the AHFE 2016 International Conference on Cross-Cultural Decision Making (CCDM), July 27-31,2016, Walt Disney World®, Florida, USA

Edited by Sae Schatz, Mark Hoffman ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book reports on the latest advances in understanding human cognition and its interplay with various cultural constructs, such as geographical, historical, sociological, and organizational cultures. It addresses researchers, scholars, and industry practitioners from diverse backgrounds, including sociology, linguistics, business, military science, psychology, human factors, neuroscience, and ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book reports on the latest advances in understanding human cognition and its interplay with various cultural constructs, such as geographical, historical, sociological, and organizational cultures. It addresses researchers, scholars, and industry practitioners from diverse backgrounds, including sociology, linguistics, business, military science, psychology, human factors, neuroscience, and
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Advances in Multimedia Information Processing - PCM 2016

17th Pacific-Rim Conference on Multimedia, Xi´ an, China, September 15-16, 2016, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Yun Tie, Enqing Chen, Yihong Gong ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The two-volume proceedings LNCS 9916 and 9917, constitute the proceedings of the 17th Pacific-Rim Conference on Multimedia, PCM 2016, held in Xi`an, China, in September 2016.The total of 128 papers presented in these proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 202 submissions.The focus of the conference was as follows in multimedia content analysis, multimedia signal processing and ... Read more

$49.99 USD

The two-volume proceedings LNCS 9916 and 9917, constitute the proceedings of the 17th Pacific-Rim Conference on Multimedia, PCM 2016, held in Xi`an, China, in September 2016.The total of 128 papers presented in these proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 202 submissions.The focus of the conference was as follows in multimedia content analysis, multimedia signal processing and
... Read more
Android Apps for Absolute Beginners

Covering Android 7

by Wallace Jackson ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Get your first Android apps up and running with the help of plain English and practical examples. If you have a great idea for an Android app, but have never programmed before, then this book is for you. Android Apps for Absolute Beginners cuts through the fog of jargon and mystery that surrounds Android app development, and gives you simple, step-by-step instructions to get you started.This book ... Read more

$40.99 USD

Get your first Android apps up and running with the help of plain English and practical examples. If you have a great idea for an Android app, but have never programmed before, then this book is for you. Android Apps for Absolute Beginners cuts through the fog of jargon and mystery that surrounds Android app development, and gives you simple, step-by-step instructions to get you started.This book
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Stripes by Example

by Brent Watson ...

In this 100-page book, you will find that Stripes provides a very simple learning path, where you do not need to understand the entire framework in order to use it. The concept of this book is exactly that – to get you using the framework and writing code immediately. You will be off and running in no time, and adding to your skill set as we progress.This book is written with exactly that learning ... Read more

$23.99 USD

In this 100-page book, you will find that Stripes provides a very simple learning path, where you do not need to understand the entire framework in order to use it. The concept of this book is exactly that – to get you using the framework and writing code immediately. You will be off and running in no time, and adding to your skill set as we progress.This book is written with exactly that learning
... Read more
iOS 13 Programming for Beginners

Get started with building iOS apps with Swift 5 and Xcode 11

by Ahmad Sahar, Craig Clayton ...

A step-by-step guide to learning iOS app development and exploring the latest Apple development toolsKey FeaturesExplore the latest features of Xcode 11 and the Swift 5 programming language in this updated fourth editionKick-start your iOS programming career and have fun building your own iOS appsDiscover the new features of iOS 13 such as Dark Mode, iPad apps for Mac, SwiftUI, and moreBook ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A step-by-step guide to learning iOS app development and exploring the latest Apple development toolsKey FeaturesExplore the latest features of Xcode 11 and the Swift 5 programming language in this updated fourth editionKick-start your iOS programming career and have fun building your own iOS appsDiscover the new features of iOS 13 such as Dark Mode, iPad apps for Mac, SwiftUI, and moreBook
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