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The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI

How to Think About Artificial Intelligence—Before It's Too Late

de Cory Doctorow ...

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNational Indie Bestseller"[Doctorow] resembles the great rock critics of an earlier era, a high-tech Greil Marcus or even a Lester Bangs." —Stephen Marche, The New York Times Book ReviewA short, provocative guide to what's good, bad, and stupid about AI and the discourse around AI, by the author of Enshittification.In modern tech parlance, a c... ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNational Indie Bestseller"[Doctorow] resembles the great rock critics of an earlier era, a high-tech Greil Marcus or even a Lester Bangs." —Stephen Marche, The New York Times Book ReviewA short, provocative guide to what's good, bad, and stupid about AI and the discourse around AI, by the author of Enshittification.In modern tech parlance, a c...
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Ghost in the Wires

My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker

de Kevin Mitnick ...

In this "intriguing, insightful and extremely educational" novel, the world's most famous hacker teaches you easy cloaking and counter-measures for citizens and consumers in the age of Big Brother and Big Data (Frank W. Abagnale).Kevin Mitnick was the most elusive computer break-in artist in history. He accessed computers and networks at the world's biggest companies -- and no matter how fast the ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

In this "intriguing, insightful and extremely educational" novel, the world's most famous hacker teaches you easy cloaking and counter-measures for citizens and consumers in the age of Big Brother and Big Data (Frank W. Abagnale).Kevin Mitnick was the most elusive computer break-in artist in history. He accessed computers and networks at the world's biggest companies -- and no matter how fast the
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Why Machines Learn

The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI

de Anil Ananthaswamy ...

A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligenceMachine learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a tumor is cancerous, or deciding if someone gets bail. They now influence developments and discoveries in chemistry, biology, and physics—the study ... Leer más

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A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligenceMachine learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a tumor is cancerous, or deciding if someone gets bail. They now influence developments and discoveries in chemistry, biology, and physics—the study
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You Look Like a Thing and I Love You

How Artificial Intelligence Works and Why It's Making the World a Weirder Place

de Janelle Shane ...

As heard on NPR's "Science Friday," discover the book recommended by Malcolm Gladwell, Susan Cain, Daniel Pink, and Adam Grant: an "accessible, informative, and hilarious" introduction to the weird and wonderful world of artificial intelligence (Ryan North)."You look like a thing and I love you" is one of the best pickup lines ever . . . according to an artificial intelligence trained by scientist ... Leer más

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As heard on NPR's "Science Friday," discover the book recommended by Malcolm Gladwell, Susan Cain, Daniel Pink, and Adam Grant: an "accessible, informative, and hilarious" introduction to the weird and wonderful world of artificial intelligence (Ryan North)."You look like a thing and I love you" is one of the best pickup lines ever . . . according to an artificial intelligence trained by scientist
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Tracers in the Dark

The Global Hunt for the Crime Lords of Cryptocurrency

de Andy Greenberg ...

From the award-winning author of Sandworm comes the propulsive story of a new breed of investigators who have cracked the Bitcoin blockchain, exposing once-anonymous realms of money, drugs, and violence. “I love the book… It reads like a thriller… These stories are amazing.” (Michael Lewis)Over the last decade, a single innovation has massively fueled digital black markets: cryptocurrency. Crime ... Leer más

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From the award-winning author of Sandworm comes the propulsive story of a new breed of investigators who have cracked the Bitcoin blockchain, exposing once-anonymous realms of money, drugs, and violence. “I love the book… It reads like a thriller… These stories are amazing.” (Michael Lewis)Over the last decade, a single innovation has massively fueled digital black markets: cryptocurrency. Crime
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The Age of Surveillance Capitalism

The Fight for a Human Future at the New Frontier of Power

de Shoshana Zuboff ...

**An exposé of the unprecedented form of power called “surveillance capitalism,” and the quest by powerful corporations to predict and control our behavior“Groundbreaking, magisterial, alarming.” – Financial Times**The heady optimism of the Internet’s early days has turned dark. Surveillance capitalism has deepened inequality, sown societal chaos, and undermined democracy.The fight for a human ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

**An exposé of the unprecedented form of power called “surveillance capitalism,” and the quest by powerful corporations to predict and control our behavior“Groundbreaking, magisterial, alarming.” – Financial Times**The heady optimism of the Internet’s early days has turned dark. Surveillance capitalism has deepened inequality, sown societal chaos, and undermined democracy.The fight for a human
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Database Internals

A Deep Dive into How Distributed Data Systems Work

de Alex Petrov ...

When it comes to choosing, using, and maintaining a database, understanding its internals is essential. But with so many distributed databases and tools available today, it’s often difficult to understand what each one offers and how they differ. With this practical guide, Alex Petrov guides developers through the concepts behind modern database and storage engine internals.Throughout the book, ... Leer más

$41.99 USD

When it comes to choosing, using, and maintaining a database, understanding its internals is essential. But with so many distributed databases and tools available today, it’s often difficult to understand what each one offers and how they differ. With this practical guide, Alex Petrov guides developers through the concepts behind modern database and storage engine internals.Throughout the book,
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Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud

The Basis for the Documentary Everyone Is Lying to You for Money

de Ben McKenzie, Jacob Silverman ...

THE BASIS FOR THE FEATURE DOCUMENTARY EVERYONE IS LYING TO YOU FOR MONEYINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERLONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR“A smart, savvy road map through the mayhem of the cryptocurrency madness.” —RON CHERNOW, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of <e... ... Leer más

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THE BASIS FOR THE FEATURE DOCUMENTARY EVERYONE IS LYING TO YOU FOR MONEYINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERLONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR“A smart, savvy road map through the mayhem of the cryptocurrency madness.” —RON CHERNOW, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of <e...
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How Deeply Human Is Language?

Chomsky, the Brain, and the AI Fantasy

de Yosef Grodzinsky ...

A leading neurolinguist explains linguistic theory and large language models—the top contenders for understanding human language—and evaluates them in the context of the brain.Contemporary linguistics, founded and inspired by Noam Chomsky, seeks to understand the hallmark of our humanity—language. Linguists develop powerful tools to discover how knowledge of language is acquired and how the brain ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

A leading neurolinguist explains linguistic theory and large language models—the top contenders for understanding human language—and evaluates them in the context of the brain.Contemporary linguistics, founded and inspired by Noam Chomsky, seeks to understand the hallmark of our humanity—language. Linguists develop powerful tools to discover how knowledge of language is acquired and how the brain
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2084 and the AI Revolution, Updated and Expanded Edition

How Artificial Intelligence Informs Our Future

de John C. Lennox ...

Will technology change what it means to be human?You don't have to be a computer scientist to have discerning conversations about artificial intelligence and technology. We all wonder where we're headed. Even now, technological innovations and machine learning have a daily impact on our lives, and many of us see good reasons to dread the future. Are we doomed to the surveillance society imagined ... Leer más

$18.99 USD

Will technology change what it means to be human?You don't have to be a computer scientist to have discerning conversations about artificial intelligence and technology. We all wonder where we're headed. Even now, technological innovations and machine learning have a daily impact on our lives, and many of us see good reasons to dread the future. Are we doomed to the surveillance society imagined
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The Psychology of Software Teams

de Cat Hicks ...

To build the future, we need new ways of supporting software teams. This book will give you a secret weapon: the psychology that creates resilience for developers, sustainable practices for software teams, and innovation for organizations. You’ll learn from rigorous empirical evidence gathered from top engineering organizations and thousands of developers around the world, revealing powerful ... Leer más

$27.99 USD

To build the future, we need new ways of supporting software teams. This book will give you a secret weapon: the psychology that creates resilience for developers, sustainable practices for software teams, and innovation for organizations. You’ll learn from rigorous empirical evidence gathered from top engineering organizations and thousands of developers around the world, revealing powerful
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The Leader's Brain, Updated and Expanded

Unlock Peak Performance in Work and Life with Neuroscience

de Michael Platt ...

In this updated and expanded edition of his groundbreaking book, Wharton Neuroscience Initiative director Michael Platt reveals how the latest advances in neuroscience—including new insights from artificial intelligence—are transforming our understanding of effective leadership.Drawing on more than two decades of research at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and business, Platt reveals ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

In this updated and expanded edition of his groundbreaking book, Wharton Neuroscience Initiative director Michael Platt reveals how the latest advances in neuroscience—including new insights from artificial intelligence—are transforming our understanding of effective leadership.Drawing on more than two decades of research at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and business, Platt reveals
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Theory of Fun for Game Design

de Raph Koster ...

Now in full color, the 10th anniversary edition of this classic book takes you deep into the influences that underlie modern video games, and examines the elements they share with traditional games such as checkers. At the heart of his exploration, veteran game designer Raph Koster takes a close look at the concept of fun and why it’s the most vital element in any game.Why do some games become ... Leer más

$28.99 USD

Now in full color, the 10th anniversary edition of this classic book takes you deep into the influences that underlie modern video games, and examines the elements they share with traditional games such as checkers. At the heart of his exploration, veteran game designer Raph Koster takes a close look at the concept of fun and why it’s the most vital element in any game.Why do some games become
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Practical Deep Learning, 2nd Edition

A Python-Based Introduction

de Ronald T. Kneusel ...

Deep learning made simple.Dip into deep learning without drowning in theory with this fully updated edition of Practical Deep Learning from experienced author and AI expert Ronald T. Kneusel.After a brief review of basic math and coding principles, you’ll dive into hands-on experiments and learn to build working models for everything from image analysis to creative writing, and gain a thorough ... Leer más

$43.99 USD

Deep learning made simple.Dip into deep learning without drowning in theory with this fully updated edition of Practical Deep Learning from experienced author and AI expert Ronald T. Kneusel.After a brief review of basic math and coding principles, you’ll dive into hands-on experiments and learn to build working models for everything from image analysis to creative writing, and gain a thorough
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Agentic AI for Cybersecurity

Building Autonomous Defenders and Adversaries

de Omar Santos ...

Agentic AI for Cybersecurity: Building Autonomous Defenders and AdversariesUnlock the power of next‑generation AI agents to transform cybersecurity, business operations, and productivity.Agentic AI has transformed cybersecurity and other domains with autonomous, intelligent software agents that can plan, reason, and take action. Instead of simply answering questions, these agents work like digital ... Leer más

$35.99 USD

Agentic AI for Cybersecurity: Building Autonomous Defenders and AdversariesUnlock the power of next‑generation AI agents to transform cybersecurity, business operations, and productivity.Agentic AI has transformed cybersecurity and other domains with autonomous, intelligent software agents that can plan, reason, and take action. Instead of simply answering questions, these agents work like digital
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Math for Programming

de Ronald T. Kneusel ...

A one-stop-shop for all the math you should have learned for your programming career.Every great programming challenge has mathematical principles at its heart. Whether you’re optimizing search algorithms, building physics engines for games, or training neural networks, success depends on your grasp of core mathematical concepts.In Math for Programming, you’ll master the essential mathematics that ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

A one-stop-shop for all the math you should have learned for your programming career.Every great programming challenge has mathematical principles at its heart. Whether you’re optimizing search algorithms, building physics engines for games, or training neural networks, success depends on your grasp of core mathematical concepts.In Math for Programming, you’ll master the essential mathematics that
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A Thousand Brains

A New Theory of Intelligence

de Jeff Hawkins ...

A "fascinating book" that will revolutionize our understanding of the brain and the future of AI (Financial Times)For all of neuroscience's advances, we've made little progress on its biggest question: How do simple cells in the brain create intelligence?Jeff Hawkins and his team discovered that the brain uses maplike structures to build a model of the world—not just one model, but hundreds of ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

A "fascinating book" that will revolutionize our understanding of the brain and the future of AI (Financial Times)For all of neuroscience's advances, we've made little progress on its biggest question: How do simple cells in the brain create intelligence?Jeff Hawkins and his team discovered that the brain uses maplike structures to build a model of the world—not just one model, but hundreds of
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Fundamentals of Data Engineering

Plan and Build Robust Data Systems

de Joe Reis, Matt Housley ...

Data engineering has grown rapidly in the past decade, leaving many software engineers, data scientists, and analysts looking for a comprehensive view of this practice. With this practical book, you'll learn how to plan and build systems to serve the needs of your organization and customers by evaluating the best technologies available through the framework of the data engineering lifecycle ... Leer más

$48.99 USD

Data engineering has grown rapidly in the past decade, leaving many software engineers, data scientists, and analysts looking for a comprehensive view of this practice. With this practical book, you'll learn how to plan and build systems to serve the needs of your organization and customers by evaluating the best technologies available through the framework of the data engineering lifecycle
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Designing Agentive Technology

AI That Works for People

de Christopher Noessel ...

Advances in narrow artificial intelligence make possible agentive systems that do things directly for their users (like, say, an automatic pet feeder). They deliver on the promise of user-centered design, but present fresh challenges in understanding their unique promises and pitfalls. Designing Agentive Technology provides both a conceptual grounding and practical advice to unlock agentive ... Leer más

$30.99 USD

Advances in narrow artificial intelligence make possible agentive systems that do things directly for their users (like, say, an automatic pet feeder). They deliver on the promise of user-centered design, but present fresh challenges in understanding their unique promises and pitfalls. Designing Agentive Technology provides both a conceptual grounding and practical advice to unlock agentive
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The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State

de Jill Lepore ...

**“Lepore is our best scholar of the culture of governance, and our most vital historian. Here she repudiates the prospect of AI as a replacement for democracy. This is the issue of our times, and Lepore is the voice of sanity.”—Jaron Lanier, author of You Are Not a Gadget**“Much in history is headlong but few grand transformations have been more precipitate or more heedless than the rise of . . . ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

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**“Lepore is our best scholar of the culture of governance, and our most vital historian. Here she repudiates the prospect of AI as a replacement for democracy. This is the issue of our times, and Lepore is the voice of sanity.”—Jaron Lanier, author of You Are Not a Gadget**“Much in history is headlong but few grand transformations have been more precipitate or more heedless than the rise of . . .
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications

The Big Ideas Behind Reliable, Scalable, and Maintainable Systems

de Martin Kleppmann, Chris Riccomini ...

Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability need to be resolved. In addition, there's an overwhelming variety of systems, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores, data warehouses, and data lakes. There are cloud services, on-premises services, and embedded databases. What ... Leer más

$43.99 USD

Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability need to be resolved. In addition, there's an overwhelming variety of systems, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores, data warehouses, and data lakes. There are cloud services, on-premises services, and embedded databases. What
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Fundamentals of Software Architecture

A Modern Engineering Approach

de Mark Richards, Neal Ford ...

Salary surveys worldwide regularly place software architect in the top 10 best jobs, yet no real guide exists to help developers become architects. Until now. This updated edition provides a comprehensive overview of software architecture's many aspects, with five new chapters covering the latest insights from the field. Aspiring and existing architects alike will examine architectural ... Leer más

$48.99 USD

Salary surveys worldwide regularly place software architect in the top 10 best jobs, yet no real guide exists to help developers become architects. Until now. This updated edition provides a comprehensive overview of software architecture's many aspects, with five new chapters covering the latest insights from the field. Aspiring and existing architects alike will examine architectural
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The AI Con

How to Fight Big Tech’s Hype and Create the Future We Want

de Emily M. Bender, Alex Hanna ...

A smart, incisive work of technology criticism that examines the technologies sold as artificial intelligence, the drawbacks of systems sold under this banner, and why it’s crucial to recognize the many ways in which AI hype covers for a small set of power-hungry actors.Is artificial intelligence going to take over the world? Have big tech scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think ... Leer más

$21.49 USD

A smart, incisive work of technology criticism that examines the technologies sold as artificial intelligence, the drawbacks of systems sold under this banner, and why it’s crucial to recognize the many ways in which AI hype covers for a small set of power-hungry actors.Is artificial intelligence going to take over the world? Have big tech scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think
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Learning GNU Emacs

A Guide to Unix Text Processing

de Debra Cameron, James Elliott, Marc Loy, Eric S. Raymond, Bill Rosenblatt ...

GNU Emacs is the most popular and widespread of the Emacs family of editors. It is also the most powerful and flexible. Unlike all other text editors, GNU Emacs is a complete working environment--you can stay within Emacs all day without leaving. Learning GNU Emacs, 3rd Edition tells readers how to get started with the GNU Emacs editor. It is a thorough guide that will also "grow" with you: as you ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

GNU Emacs is the most popular and widespread of the Emacs family of editors. It is also the most powerful and flexible. Unlike all other text editors, GNU Emacs is a complete working environment--you can stay within Emacs all day without leaving. Learning GNU Emacs, 3rd Edition tells readers how to get started with the GNU Emacs editor. It is a thorough guide that will also "grow" with you: as you
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