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Virtualization: A Manager's Guide

Big Picture of the Who, What, and Where of Virtualization

by Dan Kusnetzky ...

What exactly is virtualization? As this concise book explains, virtualization is a smorgasbord of technologies that offer organizations many advantages, whether you're managing extremely large stores of rapidly changing data, scaling out an application, or harnessing huge amounts of computational power. With this guide, you get an overview of the five main types of virtualization technology, along ... Read more

$10.99 USD

What exactly is virtualization? As this concise book explains, virtualization is a smorgasbord of technologies that offer organizations many advantages, whether you're managing extremely large stores of rapidly changing data, scaling out an application, or harnessing huge amounts of computational power. With this guide, you get an overview of the five main types of virtualization technology, along
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Using Docker

Developing and Deploying Software with Containers

by Adrian Mouat ...

Docker containers offer simpler, faster, and more robust methods for developing, distributing, and running software than previously available. With this hands-on guide, you’ll learn why containers are so important, what you’ll gain by adopting Docker, and how to make it part of your development process.Ideal for developers, operations engineers, and system administrators—especially those keen to ... Read more

$36.99 USD

Docker containers offer simpler, faster, and more robust methods for developing, distributing, and running software than previously available. With this hands-on guide, you’ll learn why containers are so important, what you’ll gain by adopting Docker, and how to make it part of your development process.Ideal for developers, operations engineers, and system administrators—especially those keen to
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Practical Process Automation

by Bernd Ruecker ...

In today's IT architectures, microservices and serverless functions play increasingly important roles in process automation. But how do you create meaningful, comprehensive, and connected business solutions when the individual components are decoupled and independent by design? Targeted at developers and architects, this book presents a framework through examples, practical advice, and use cases ... Read more

$41.99 USD

In today's IT architectures, microservices and serverless functions play increasingly important roles in process automation. But how do you create meaningful, comprehensive, and connected business solutions when the individual components are decoupled and independent by design? Targeted at developers and architects, this book presents a framework through examples, practical advice, and use cases
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Building Machine Learning Pipelines

by Hannes Hapke, Catherine Nelson ...

Companies are spending billions on machine learning projects, but it’s money wasted if the models can’t be deployed effectively. In this practical guide, Hannes Hapke and Catherine Nelson walk you through the steps of automating a machine learning pipeline using the TensorFlow ecosystem. You’ll learn the techniques and tools that will cut deployment time from days to minutes, so that you can focus ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Companies are spending billions on machine learning projects, but it’s money wasted if the models can’t be deployed effectively. In this practical guide, Hannes Hapke and Catherine Nelson walk you through the steps of automating a machine learning pipeline using the TensorFlow ecosystem. You’ll learn the techniques and tools that will cut deployment time from days to minutes, so that you can focus
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Building Next-Gen Conversational AI

A Python Implementation of RAG with LangChain for LLM Augmentation

by Wyatt Carter ...

Building Next-Gen Conversational AI: A Python Implementation of RAG with LangChain for LLM AugmentationThis book dives deep into the exciting world of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems and Large Language Models (LLMs) – the building blocks of powerful next-generation conversational AI. You'll explore how RAG systems leverage LLMs to create intelligent information retrieval systems that ... Read more

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Building Next-Gen Conversational AI: A Python Implementation of RAG with LangChain for LLM AugmentationThis book dives deep into the exciting world of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems and Large Language Models (LLMs) – the building blocks of powerful next-generation conversational AI. You'll explore how RAG systems leverage LLMs to create intelligent information retrieval systems that
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Learn Quantum Computing with Python and IBM Quantum

Write your own practical quantum programs with Python

by Robert Loredo ...

A step-by-step guide to working with programs that exploit quantum computing principles, with the help of IBM Quantum, Qiskit, and PythonKey FeaturesUnderstand the difference between classical computers and quantum computersWork with key quantum computational principles such as superposition, interference, and entanglement, and observe how they are leveraged on the IBM Quantum systemsRun your own ... Read more

$32.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A step-by-step guide to working with programs that exploit quantum computing principles, with the help of IBM Quantum, Qiskit, and PythonKey FeaturesUnderstand the difference between classical computers and quantum computersWork with key quantum computational principles such as superposition, interference, and entanglement, and observe how they are leveraged on the IBM Quantum systemsRun your own
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Docker Deep Dive

Zero to Docker in a Single Book

by Nigel Poulton ...

Start from scratch and develop the essential skills needed to create, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications using Docker with the latest edition of Docker Deep DiveKey FeaturesGet a solid understanding of Docker and containersOvercome common problems while containerizing an applicationMaster Docker commands needed for creating, deploying, and running applicationsBook DescriptionMost ... Read more

$26.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Start from scratch and develop the essential skills needed to create, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications using Docker with the latest edition of Docker Deep DiveKey FeaturesGet a solid understanding of Docker and containersOvercome common problems while containerizing an applicationMaster Docker commands needed for creating, deploying, and running applicationsBook DescriptionMost
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Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Developer Exam Guide

Modernize your applications using cloud-native services and best practices

by Sebastian Moreno ...

Discover how Google Cloud services can help you to reduce operational tasks and focus on delivering business value with your applicationsKey FeaturesDesign, develop, and deploy end-to-end cloud-native applications using Google Cloud servicesPrepare for the GCP developer exam with the help of a fictitious business case and a Q&A sectionGet hands-on with implementing code examples of different GCP ... Read more

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Discover how Google Cloud services can help you to reduce operational tasks and focus on delivering business value with your applicationsKey FeaturesDesign, develop, and deploy end-to-end cloud-native applications using Google Cloud servicesPrepare for the GCP developer exam with the help of a fictitious business case and a Q&A sectionGet hands-on with implementing code examples of different GCP
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Managing Kubernetes Resources Using Helm

Simplifying how to build, package, and distribute applications for Kubernetes

by Austin Dewey, Andrew Block ...

Reduce the complexity of managing applications on Kubernetes and develop an enterprise pattern for application deliveryKey FeaturesLearn best practices from the core maintainer of Helm for application delivery and life cycle managementManage applications deployed in Kubernetes effectively using HelmGo beyond the basics when using Helm with key security considerations and management optionsBook ... Read more

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Reduce the complexity of managing applications on Kubernetes and develop an enterprise pattern for application deliveryKey FeaturesLearn best practices from the core maintainer of Helm for application delivery and life cycle managementManage applications deployed in Kubernetes effectively using HelmGo beyond the basics when using Helm with key security considerations and management optionsBook
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An Introduction to Parallel Programming

by Peter Pacheco ...

An Introduction to Parallel Programming is the first undergraduate text to directly address compiling and running parallel programs on the new multi-core and cluster architecture. It explains how to design, debug, and evaluate the performance of distributed and shared-memory programs. The author Peter Pacheco uses a tutorial approach to show students how to develop effective parallel programs with ... Read more

$56.99 USD

An Introduction to Parallel Programming is the first undergraduate text to directly address compiling and running parallel programs on the new multi-core and cluster architecture. It explains how to design, debug, and evaluate the performance of distributed and shared-memory programs. The author Peter Pacheco uses a tutorial approach to show students how to develop effective parallel programs with
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The Art of Multiprocessor Programming, Revised Reprint

by Maurice Herlihy, Nir Shavit ...

Revised and updated with improvements conceived in parallel programming courses, The Art of Multiprocessor Programming is an authoritative guide to multicore programming. It introduces a higher level set of software development skills than that needed for efficient single-core programming. This book provides comprehensive coverage of the new principles, algorithms, and tools necessary for ... Read more

$66.99 USD

Revised and updated with improvements conceived in parallel programming courses, The Art of Multiprocessor Programming is an authoritative guide to multicore programming. It introduces a higher level set of software development skills than that needed for efficient single-core programming. This book provides comprehensive coverage of the new principles, algorithms, and tools necessary for
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Cloud-Native Observability with OpenTelemetry

Learn to gain visibility into systems by combining tracing, metrics, and logging with OpenTelemetry

by Alex Boten ...

Leverage OpenTelemetry's API, libraries, tools and the collector to produce and collect telemetry along with using open-source tools to analyze distributed traces, check metrics and logs, and gain insights into application healthKey FeaturesGet to grips with OpenTelemetry, an open-source cloud-native software observability standardUse vendor-neutral tools to instrument applications to produce ... Read more

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Leverage OpenTelemetry's API, libraries, tools and the collector to produce and collect telemetry along with using open-source tools to analyze distributed traces, check metrics and logs, and gain insights into application healthKey FeaturesGet to grips with OpenTelemetry, an open-source cloud-native software observability standardUse vendor-neutral tools to instrument applications to produce
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Mastering OpenStack

Implement the latest techniques for designing and deploying an operational, production-ready private cloud

by Omar Khedher ...

Design and manage a powerful OpenStack cloud with practical insights from real-world examplesKey FeaturesSimplify the architecture complexity of the OpenStack ecosystem with new container and networking optionsApply best practices to operate and manage large OpenStack deployments with confidenceDesign and implement hybrid cloud setups using OpenStack and public cloudsPurchase of the print or ... Read more

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Design and manage a powerful OpenStack cloud with practical insights from real-world examplesKey FeaturesSimplify the architecture complexity of the OpenStack ecosystem with new container and networking optionsApply best practices to operate and manage large OpenStack deployments with confidenceDesign and implement hybrid cloud setups using OpenStack and public cloudsPurchase of the print or
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Cassandra 3.x High Availability

Achieve scalability and high availability without compromising on performance

by Robbie Strickland ...

Achieve scalability and high availability without compromising on performance Key Features\[\*\] See how to get 100 percent uptime with your Cassandra applications using this easy-follow guide\[\*\] Learn how to avoid common and not-so-common mistakes while working with Cassandra using this highly practical guide\[\*\] Get familiar with the intricacies of working with Cassandra for high ... Read more

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Achieve scalability and high availability without compromising on performance Key Features\[\*\] See how to get 100 percent uptime with your Cassandra applications using this easy-follow guide\[\*\] Learn how to avoid common and not-so-common mistakes while working with Cassandra using this highly practical guide\[\*\] Get familiar with the intricacies of working with Cassandra for high
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Mastering Active Directory

Understand the Core Functionalities of Active Directory Services Using Microsoft Server 2016 and PowerShell

by Dishan Francis ...

Become a master at managing enterprise identity infrastructure by leveraging Active DirectoryKey FeaturesManage your Active Directory services for Windows Server 2016 effectivelyAutomate administrative tasks in Active Directory using PowerShellManage your organization’s network with easeBook DescriptionActive Directory is a centralized and standardized system that automates networked management of ... Read more

$49.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Become a master at managing enterprise identity infrastructure by leveraging Active DirectoryKey FeaturesManage your Active Directory services for Windows Server 2016 effectivelyAutomate administrative tasks in Active Directory using PowerShellManage your organization’s network with easeBook DescriptionActive Directory is a centralized and standardized system that automates networked management of
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Solutions Architect's Handbook

Kick-start your solutions architect career by learning architecture design principles and strategies

by Saurabh Shrivastava, Neelanjali Srivastav ...

From fundamentals and design patterns to the different strategies for creating secure and reliable architectures in AWS cloud, learn everything you need to become a successful solutions architectKey FeaturesCreate solutions and transform business requirements into technical architecture with this practical guideUnderstand various challenges that you might come across while refactoring or ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

From fundamentals and design patterns to the different strategies for creating secure and reliable architectures in AWS cloud, learn everything you need to become a successful solutions architectKey FeaturesCreate solutions and transform business requirements into technical architecture with this practical guideUnderstand various challenges that you might come across while refactoring or
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Cloud VR

Technology and Application

by Huaping Xiong, Dawei Li, Kun Huang, Mu Xu, Yin Huang, Lingling Xu, Jianfei Lai, Shengjun Qian ...

Based on the technical accumulation and practice of Huawei iLab in the Cloud VR field, this book systematically describes the advantages of Cloud VR technologies; technical requirements on clouds, networks, and terminals as well as solution implementation; Cloud VR experience evaluation baselines and methods; and current business practices.Cloud VR introduces cloud computing and cloud rendering to ... Read more

$62.99 USD

Based on the technical accumulation and practice of Huawei iLab in the Cloud VR field, this book systematically describes the advantages of Cloud VR technologies; technical requirements on clouds, networks, and terminals as well as solution implementation; Cloud VR experience evaluation baselines and methods; and current business practices.Cloud VR introduces cloud computing and cloud rendering to
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Hands-On Design Patterns and Best Practices with Julia

Proven solutions to common problems in software design for Julia 1.x

by Tom Kwong ...

Design and develop high-performance, reusable, and maintainable applications using traditional and modern Julia patterns with this comprehensive guideKey FeaturesExplore useful design patterns along with object-oriented programming in Julia 1.0Implement macros and metaprogramming techniques to make your code faster, concise, and efficientDevelop the skills necessary to implement design patterns ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Design and develop high-performance, reusable, and maintainable applications using traditional and modern Julia patterns with this comprehensive guideKey FeaturesExplore useful design patterns along with object-oriented programming in Julia 1.0Implement macros and metaprogramming techniques to make your code faster, concise, and efficientDevelop the skills necessary to implement design patterns
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Learning ServiceNow

Administration and development on the Now platform, for powerful IT automation

by Tim Woodruff ...

IT service management automation at your fingertipsKey Features\[\*\]Learn to leverage ServiceNow’s capabilities for improved IT automation by following step-by-step, practical instructions\[\*\]Build core administration, development, and maintenance skills with IT service management in ServiceNow\[\*\]Improve your workflow efficiency by designing and creating responsive and automated workflows, ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

IT service management automation at your fingertipsKey Features\[\*\]Learn to leverage ServiceNow’s capabilities for improved IT automation by following step-by-step, practical instructions\[\*\]Build core administration, development, and maintenance skills with IT service management in ServiceNow\[\*\]Improve your workflow efficiency by designing and creating responsive and automated workflows,
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Learning Apache Cassandra

by Mat Brown ...

About This BookLearn to install and use Cassandra from the ground upDesign rich schemas that capture the relationships between different data types using compound primary keysMaster the advanced features available in Cassandra 2.0 through a step-by-step tutorial that builds a real-world application's database layer.Who This Book Is ForIf you're an application developer familiar with SQL databases ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

About This BookLearn to install and use Cassandra from the ground upDesign rich schemas that capture the relationships between different data types using compound primary keysMaster the advanced features available in Cassandra 2.0 through a step-by-step tutorial that builds a real-world application's database layer.Who This Book Is ForIf you're an application developer familiar with SQL databases
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Full-Stack React, TypeScript, and Node

Build cloud-ready web applications using React 17 with Hooks and GraphQL

by David Choi ...

Discover the current landscape of full-stack development and how to leverage modern web technologies for building production-ready React.js applications to deploy on AWSKey FeaturesUnderstand the architecture of React and single-page applicationsBuild a modern Web API for your SPA using Node.js, Express, and GraphQLGain a clear and practical understanding of how to build a complete full-stack ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the current landscape of full-stack development and how to leverage modern web technologies for building production-ready React.js applications to deploy on AWSKey FeaturesUnderstand the architecture of React and single-page applicationsBuild a modern Web API for your SPA using Node.js, Express, and GraphQLGain a clear and practical understanding of how to build a complete full-stack
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Software Architecture Patterns for Serverless Systems

Architecting for innovation with event-driven microservices and micro frontends

by John Gilbert ...

Delve into the second edition to master serverless proficiency and explore new chapters on security techniques, multi-regional deployment, and optimizing observability.Key FeaturesGain insights from a seasoned CTO on best practices for designing enterprise-grade software systemsDeepen your understanding of system reliability, maintainability, observability, and scalability with real-world ... Read more

$44.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Delve into the second edition to master serverless proficiency and explore new chapters on security techniques, multi-regional deployment, and optimizing observability.Key FeaturesGain insights from a seasoned CTO on best practices for designing enterprise-grade software systemsDeepen your understanding of system reliability, maintainability, observability, and scalability with real-world
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Serverless Architectures with Kubernetes

Create production-ready Kubernetes clusters and run serverless applications on them

by Sathsara Sarathchandra, Onur Yılmaz ...

Deploy, orchestrate, and monitor serverless applications using KubernetesKey FeaturesGet hands-on experience with frameworks, such as Kubeless, Apache OpenWhisk, and FunktionMaster the basics of Kubernetes and prepare yourself for challenging technical assessmentsLearn how to launch Kubernetes both locally and in a public cloudBook DescriptionKubernetes has established itself as the standard ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Deploy, orchestrate, and monitor serverless applications using KubernetesKey FeaturesGet hands-on experience with frameworks, such as Kubeless, Apache OpenWhisk, and FunktionMaster the basics of Kubernetes and prepare yourself for challenging technical assessmentsLearn how to launch Kubernetes both locally and in a public cloudBook DescriptionKubernetes has established itself as the standard
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Getting Started with Citrix XenApp 6.5

Design and implement Citrix farms based on XenApp 6.5 with this book and ebook

by Guillermo Musumeci ...

This book has a tutorial style with step-by-step instructions and adequate screenshots for carrying out each task. If you are a system administrator or consultant who wants to implement and administer Citrix XenApp 6.5 farms, then this book is for you. This book will help both new and experienced XenApp professionals to deliver virtualized applications. ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book has a tutorial style with step-by-step instructions and adequate screenshots for carrying out each task. If you are a system administrator or consultant who wants to implement and administer Citrix XenApp 6.5 farms, then this book is for you. This book will help both new and experienced XenApp professionals to deliver virtualized applications.
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