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Number-Crunching

Taming Unruly Computational Problems from Mathematical Physics to Science Fiction

by Paul J. Nahin ...

More stimulating mathematics puzzles from bestselling author Paul NahinHow do technicians repair broken communications cables at the bottom of the ocean without actually seeing them? What's the likelihood of plucking a needle out of a haystack the size of the Earth? And is it possible to use computers to create a universal library of everything ever written or every photo ever taken? These are ... Read more

$21.59 USD

More stimulating mathematics puzzles from bestselling author Paul NahinHow do technicians repair broken communications cables at the bottom of the ocean without actually seeing them? What's the likelihood of plucking a needle out of a haystack the size of the Earth? And is it possible to use computers to create a universal library of everything ever written or every photo ever taken? These are
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Introduction to GIS Programming and Fundamentals with Python and ArcGIS®

by Chaowei Yang ...

Combining GIS concepts and fundamental spatial thinking methodology with real programming examples, this book introduces popular Python-based tools and their application to solving real-world problems. It elucidates the programming constructs of Python with its high-level toolkits and demonstrates its integration with ArcGIS Theory. Filled with hands-on computer exercises in a logical learning ... Read more

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Combining GIS concepts and fundamental spatial thinking methodology with real programming examples, this book introduces popular Python-based tools and their application to solving real-world problems. It elucidates the programming constructs of Python with its high-level toolkits and demonstrates its integration with ArcGIS Theory. Filled with hands-on computer exercises in a logical learning
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Digital Design and Computer Architecture

by David Harris, Sarah Harris ...

Digital Design and Computer Architecture, Second Edition, takes a unique and modern approach to digital design, introducing the reader to the fundamentals of digital logic and then showing step by step how to build a MIPS microprocessor in both Verilog and VHDL. This new edition combines an engaging and humorous writing style with an updated and hands-on approach to digital design. It presents new ... Read more

$63.99 USD

Digital Design and Computer Architecture, Second Edition, takes a unique and modern approach to digital design, introducing the reader to the fundamentals of digital logic and then showing step by step how to build a MIPS microprocessor in both Verilog and VHDL. This new edition combines an engaging and humorous writing style with an updated and hands-on approach to digital design. It presents new
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Data Science From Scratch Using R

Step by Step Guide For Beginners

by Alain Kaufmann ...

Series series Data Sciences
Are you thinking of learning more about Machine Learning using R?The overall aim of this book is to give you an overview of the data science applications using R.Data science is the practice of transforming data into knowledge, and R is the most popular open-source programming language used for data science. In our data-driven economy, this combination of skills is in extremely high demand, ... Read more

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Are you thinking of learning more about Machine Learning using R?The overall aim of this book is to give you an overview of the data science applications using R.Data science is the practice of transforming data into knowledge, and R is the most popular open-source programming language used for data science. In our data-driven economy, this combination of skills is in extremely high demand,
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AI for the Sustainable Development Goals

by Henrik Skaug Sætra ...

Series series AI for Everything
What is artificial intelligence? What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? How does AI affect the SDGs?Artificial Intelligence has a real impact on our lives and on our environment, and the Sustainable Development Goals enable us to evaluate these impacts in a systematic manner. This book shows that doing so requires us to understand the context of AI – the infrastructure it is built on, ... Read more

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What is artificial intelligence? What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? How does AI affect the SDGs?Artificial Intelligence has a real impact on our lives and on our environment, and the Sustainable Development Goals enable us to evaluate these impacts in a systematic manner. This book shows that doing so requires us to understand the context of AI – the infrastructure it is built on,
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Photonics of Intelligence - Unleashing Troanary Computing

The Troanary Mirror Thesis Codex, #5

by Ylia Callan ...

Series Book 5 - The Troanary Mirror Thesis Codex
Photonics of Intelligence - Unleashing Troanary Computing introduces a radically new model of computation where light, emotion, and logic converge.In a world still dominated by binary systems—limited to zeros and ones - Troanary Computing offers a multidimensional leap forward. This visionary framework encodes information as Trons, data units defined by hue (wavelength), tone (modulation frequency ... Read more

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Photonics of Intelligence - Unleashing Troanary Computing introduces a radically new model of computation where light, emotion, and logic converge.In a world still dominated by binary systems—limited to zeros and ones - Troanary Computing offers a multidimensional leap forward. This visionary framework encodes information as Trons, data units defined by hue (wavelength), tone (modulation frequency
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Introducing PHP 7/MySQL

by Sham Tickoo ...

Introducing PHP 7/MySQL textbook is an example based textbook which is written to cater to the needs of the novice users who wish to learn PHP 7 and MySQL. It is quite helpful for the experienced web developers as well who want to develop efficient programs. The textbook highlights PHP and MySQL as the easiest languages for learning web development and also explains various features of the ... Read more

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Introducing PHP 7/MySQL textbook is an example based textbook which is written to cater to the needs of the novice users who wish to learn PHP 7 and MySQL. It is quite helpful for the experienced web developers as well who want to develop efficient programs. The textbook highlights PHP and MySQL as the easiest languages for learning web development and also explains various features of the
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Formal Methods for Industrial Critical Systems

A Survey of Applications

by Stefania Gnesi, Tiziana Margaria ...

Today, formal methods are widely recognized as an essential step in the design process of industrial safety-critical systems. In its more general definition, the term formal methods encompasses all notations having a precise mathematical semantics, together with their associated analysis methods, that allow description and reasoning about the behavior of a system in a formal manner.Growing out of ... Read more

$87.00 USD

Today, formal methods are widely recognized as an essential step in the design process of industrial safety-critical systems. In its more general definition, the term formal methods encompasses all notations having a precise mathematical semantics, together with their associated analysis methods, that allow description and reasoning about the behavior of a system in a formal manner.Growing out of
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Learning Chaos Engineering

Discovering and Overcoming System Weaknesses Through Experimentation

by Russ Miles ...

Most companies work hard to avoid costly failures, but in complex systems a better approach is to embrace and learn from them. Through chaos engineering, you can proactively hunt for evidence of system weaknesses before they trigger a crisis. This practical book shows software developers and system administrators how to plan and run successful chaos engineering experiments.System weaknesses go ... Read more

$41.09 USD

Most companies work hard to avoid costly failures, but in complex systems a better approach is to embrace and learn from them. Through chaos engineering, you can proactively hunt for evidence of system weaknesses before they trigger a crisis. This practical book shows software developers and system administrators how to plan and run successful chaos engineering experiments.System weaknesses go
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Cloud Native Transformation

Practical Patterns for Innovation

by Pini Reznik, Jamie Dobson, Michelle Gienow ...

In the past few years, going cloud native has been a big advantage for many companies. But it’s a tough technique to get right, especially for enterprises with critical legacy systems. This practical hands-on guide examines effective architecture, design, and cultural patterns to help you transform your organization into a cloud native enterprise—whether you’re moving from older architectures or ... Read more

$48.99 USD

In the past few years, going cloud native has been a big advantage for many companies. But it’s a tough technique to get right, especially for enterprises with critical legacy systems. This practical hands-on guide examines effective architecture, design, and cultural patterns to help you transform your organization into a cloud native enterprise—whether you’re moving from older architectures or
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The Supercomputers

Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis (collection)

by Rodrigo Copetti ...

Series series Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis (collection)
Looking at the evolution of video game consoles is fascinating. While conventional PCs tend to evolve 'incrementally', new generations of consoles introduce completely new ways of working. The writings you see here are part of a series aimed at uncovering the rationale behind the latest trends in technology. They will also demonstrate why each system can't be summarised by its 'bits', megahertz, ... Read more

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Looking at the evolution of video game consoles is fascinating. While conventional PCs tend to evolve 'incrementally', new generations of consoles introduce completely new ways of working. The writings you see here are part of a series aimed at uncovering the rationale behind the latest trends in technology. They will also demonstrate why each system can't be summarised by its 'bits', megahertz,
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Pandas数据分析快速上手500招（微课视频版）

by 罗帅，罗斌 ...

本书采用“问题描述+解决方案”模式，通过500个案例介绍了使用Pandas进行数据分析和数据处理的技术亮点。全书共分为8章，主要案例包括：读写CSV、Excel、JSON、HTML等格式的数据；根据行标签、列名和行列数字索引筛选和修改数据，使用各种函数根据数据大小、日期范围、正则表达式、lambda表达式、文本类型等多种条件筛选数据；统计NaN（缺失值）的数量、占比，根据规则填充和删除NaN；在DataFrame中增、删、查、改行列数据，计算各种行差、列差、极差以及直接对两个DataFrame进行加、减、乘、除运算和比较差异；将宽表和长表相互转换，创建交叉表和各种透视表；对数据分组结果进行求和、累加、求平均值、求极差、求占比、排序、筛选、重采样等多种形式的分析，将分组数据导出为Excel文件。本书还附赠36个数据可视化案例，如根据指定的条件设置行列数据的颜色和样式，根据行列数据绘制条形图 ... Read more

$18.96 USD

本书采用“问题描述+解决方案”模式，通过500个案例介绍了使用Pandas进行数据分析和数据处理的技术亮点。全书共分为8章，主要案例包括：读写CSV、Excel、JSON、HTML等格式的数据；根据行标签、列名和行列数字索引筛选和修改数据，使用各种函数根据数据大小、日期范围、正则表达式、lambda表达式、文本类型等多种条件筛选数据；统计NaN（缺失值）的数量、占比，根据规则填充和删除NaN；在DataFrame中增、删、查、改行列数据，计算各种行差、列差、极差以及直接对两个DataFrame进行加、减、乘、除运算和比较差异；将宽表和长表相互转换，创建交叉表和各种透视表；对数据分组结果进行求和、累加、求平均值、求极差、求占比、排序、筛选、重采样等多种形式的分析，将分组数据导出为Excel文件。本书还附赠36个数据可视化案例，如根据指定的条件设置行列数据的颜色和样式，根据行列数据绘制条形图
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R Data Science Essentials

R Data Science Essentials

by Raja B. Koushik, Sharan Kumar Ravindran ...

Learn the essence of data science and visualization using R in no time at allKey Features\[\*\]Become a pro at making stunning visualizations and dashboards quickly and without hassle\[\*\]For better decision making in business, apply the R programming language with the help of useful statistical techniques.\[\*\]From seasoned authors comes a book that offers you a plethora of fast-paced ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn the essence of data science and visualization using R in no time at allKey Features\[\*\]Become a pro at making stunning visualizations and dashboards quickly and without hassle\[\*\]For better decision making in business, apply the R programming language with the help of useful statistical techniques.\[\*\]From seasoned authors comes a book that offers you a plethora of fast-paced
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Planificación y Control Usando Oracle Primavera P6 Versiones 8.1 a 15.1 PPM Profesional

by Paul E Harris ...

Guía del usuario y manual de capacitación escrito para Profesionales de Dirección de Proyectos que desean aprender a planificar y controlar proyectos en un entorno Empresarial de Primavera, establecido con o sin Roles y Recursos. Este libro es una actualización de la Versión 7 de Primavera P6 del autor e incluye talleres actualizados, nuevos contenidos y un capítulo de Valor Devengado. Ha sido ... Read more

$25.19 USD

Guía del usuario y manual de capacitación escrito para Profesionales de Dirección de Proyectos que desean aprender a planificar y controlar proyectos en un entorno Empresarial de Primavera, establecido con o sin Roles y Recursos. Este libro es una actualización de la Versión 7 de Primavera P6 del autor e incluye talleres actualizados, nuevos contenidos y un capítulo de Valor Devengado. Ha sido
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Code Craft

The Practice of Writing Excellent Code

by Pete Goodliffe ...

You know how to write code that works, but what about code that's well written and easy to understand? And robust and bug-free? If other programmers looked at your handiwork, would they be able to figure out the code's logic and purpose? Exceptional programmers have more than just technical know-how; they adopt the right approach and attitude to development.Code Craft will help take your ... Read more

$26.99 USD

You know how to write code that works, but what about code that's well written and easy to understand? And robust and bug-free? If other programmers looked at your handiwork, would they be able to figure out the code's logic and purpose? Exceptional programmers have more than just technical know-how; they adopt the right approach and attitude to development.Code Craft will help take your
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AutoCAD® Pocket Reference

by Cheryl R. Shrock, Steve Heather ...

Everyone needs a refresher sometimes. The 8th edition of the AutoCAD® Pocket Reference provides easy access to everyday information needed by AutoCAD users, including concepts, how-to, and fundamental commands. The pictures, explanations, and index are unparalleled by other references, as are the price and size. This 8th edition has been improved with the inclusion of both inch and metric ... Read more

$43.19 USD

Everyone needs a refresher sometimes. The 8th edition of the AutoCAD® Pocket Reference provides easy access to everyday information needed by AutoCAD users, including concepts, how-to, and fundamental commands. The pictures, explanations, and index are unparalleled by other references, as are the price and size. This 8th edition has been improved with the inclusion of both inch and metric
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Digital Design and Verilog HDL Fundamentals

by Joseph Cavanagh ...

Comprehensive and self contained, this tutorial covers the design of a plethora of combinational and sequential logic circuits using conventional logic design and Verilog HDL. Number systems and number representations are presented along with various binary codes. Several advanced topics are covered, including functional decomposition and iterative networks. A variety of examples are provided for ... Read more

$270.00 USD

Comprehensive and self contained, this tutorial covers the design of a plethora of combinational and sequential logic circuits using conventional logic design and Verilog HDL. Number systems and number representations are presented along with various binary codes. Several advanced topics are covered, including functional decomposition and iterative networks. A variety of examples are provided for
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FE Electrical and Computer Exam Prep Complete Study Guide with Practice Questions and Expert Strategies to Pass with Confidence

by Tony Boyd ...

Are you ready to take the first step toward becoming a licensed electrical or computer engineer? The journey to passing the FE Electrical and Computer Exam is challenging, but with the right preparation, it is entirely achievable. This guide is designed to help you master the exam's content and equip you with the skills and strategies needed to succeed.Covering a wide range of essential topics, ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you ready to take the first step toward becoming a licensed electrical or computer engineer? The journey to passing the FE Electrical and Computer Exam is challenging, but with the right preparation, it is entirely achievable. This guide is designed to help you master the exam's content and equip you with the skills and strategies needed to succeed.Covering a wide range of essential topics,
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Metaheuristics for Vehicle Routing Problems

by Nacima Labadie, Christian Prins, Caroline Prodhon ...

This book is dedicated to metaheuristics as applied to vehicle routing problems. Several implementations are given as illustrative examples, along with applications to several typical vehicle routing problems.As a first step, a general presentation intends to make the reader more familiar with the related field of logistics and combinatorial optimization. This preamble is completed with a ... Read more

$142.00 USD

This book is dedicated to metaheuristics as applied to vehicle routing problems. Several implementations are given as illustrative examples, along with applications to several typical vehicle routing problems.As a first step, a general presentation intends to make the reader more familiar with the related field of logistics and combinatorial optimization. This preamble is completed with a
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AI Superpowers: The Global Race for Intelligence, Innovation, and Impact (2025–2031)

by Rohit Kumar Jaiswal ...

AI Superpowers: The Global Race for Intelligence, Innovation, and Impact (2025–2031)The AI 2025 Revolution is reshaping every corner of the world — from national security to business, education, and daily life. By 2031, artificial intelligence will define who leads, who follows, and how humanity adapts. AI Superpowers is your definitive guide to this transformation — revealing how invention turns ... Read more

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AI Superpowers: The Global Race for Intelligence, Innovation, and Impact (2025–2031)The AI 2025 Revolution is reshaping every corner of the world — from national security to business, education, and daily life. By 2031, artificial intelligence will define who leads, who follows, and how humanity adapts. AI Superpowers is your definitive guide to this transformation — revealing how invention turns
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Building Support Structures, 2nd Ed., Analysis and Design with SAP2000 Software

by Wolfgang Schueller ...

This textbook provides a unique and comprehensive perspective on the analysis and design of building structures. Striving to bridge the gap between how engineers and architects view structural support, this book’s numerous examples employing SAP2000 illustrate how modern analysis software can provide a common language for understanding and exploring structural behavior. Using an organic approach ... Read more

$12.99 USD

This textbook provides a unique and comprehensive perspective on the analysis and design of building structures. Striving to bridge the gap between how engineers and architects view structural support, this book’s numerous examples employing SAP2000 illustrate how modern analysis software can provide a common language for understanding and exploring structural behavior. Using an organic approach
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CMake Best Practices

Discover proven techniques for creating and maintaining programming projects with CMake

by Dominik Berner, Mustafa Kemal Gilor ...

Explore a compendium of tips, tricks, and techniques for leveraging CMake and empowering your software development workflow.Key FeaturesUnderstand what CMake is, how it works, and how to interact with itDiscover how to properly create and maintain well-structured CMake projectsExplore tools and techniques to get the most out of your CMake projectBook DescriptionCMake is a powerful tool used to ... Read more

$35.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore a compendium of tips, tricks, and techniques for leveraging CMake and empowering your software development workflow.Key FeaturesUnderstand what CMake is, how it works, and how to interact with itDiscover how to properly create and maintain well-structured CMake projectsExplore tools and techniques to get the most out of your CMake projectBook DescriptionCMake is a powerful tool used to
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Principles Of Quantum Computation And Information: A Comprehensive Textbook

by Giuliano Benenti, Giulio Casati, Davide Rossini, Giuliano Strini ...

'The book is a useful compendium of most significant topics in quantum information and computation … It is readable by any undergraduate or graduate student in physics, mathematics, computer science, chemistry or engineering … The book has a simple, attractive, easy to grasp and systematic treatment, with the final goal to be used as a substantial wide-ranging primer and single comprehensive ... Read more

$62.99 USD

'The book is a useful compendium of most significant topics in quantum information and computation … It is readable by any undergraduate or graduate student in physics, mathematics, computer science, chemistry or engineering … The book has a simple, attractive, easy to grasp and systematic treatment, with the final goal to be used as a substantial wide-ranging primer and single comprehensive
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Pentesting for Beginners - Short Stories

by Robot ...

Introducing Pentesting for Beginners - Short Stories, an engaging collection of short stories that takes you on a journey into the mind of hackers and the unique way they think. Each story is a fast-paced adventure that follows a hacker with a distinct name and personality as they navigate the world of hacking and push the boundaries of conventional thinking. Written in a story format, this book ... Read more

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Introducing Pentesting for Beginners - Short Stories, an engaging collection of short stories that takes you on a journey into the mind of hackers and the unique way they think. Each story is a fast-paced adventure that follows a hacker with a distinct name and personality as they navigate the world of hacking and push the boundaries of conventional thinking. Written in a story format, this book
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