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Emotions in Technology Design: From Experience to Ethics

Edited by Rebekah Rousi, Jaana Leikas, Pertti Saariluoma ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Understanding emotions is becoming ever more valuable in design, both in terms of what people prefer as well as in relation to how they behave in relation to it. Approaches to conceptualising emotions in technology design, how emotions can be operationalised and how they can be measured are paramount to ascertaining the core principles of design.Emotions in Technology Design: From Experience to ... Read more

$134.09 USD

Understanding emotions is becoming ever more valuable in design, both in terms of what people prefer as well as in relation to how they behave in relation to it. Approaches to conceptualising emotions in technology design, how emotions can be operationalised and how they can be measured are paramount to ascertaining the core principles of design.Emotions in Technology Design: From Experience to
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Lean Python

Learn Just Enough Python to Build Useful Tools

by Paul Gerrard ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn only the essential aspects of Python without cluttering up your mind with features you may never use. This compact book is not a "best way to write code" type of book; rather, the author goes over his most-used functions, which are all you need to know as a beginner and some way beyond.Lean Python takes 58 Python methods and functions and whittles them down to 15: as author Paul Gerrard says ... Read more

$31.49 USD

Learn only the essential aspects of Python without cluttering up your mind with features you may never use. This compact book is not a "best way to write code" type of book; rather, the author goes over his most-used functions, which are all you need to know as a beginner and some way beyond.Lean Python takes 58 Python methods and functions and whittles them down to 15: as author Paul Gerrard says
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R Quick Syntax Reference

A Pocket Guide to the Language, APIs and Library

by Margot Tollefson ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This handy reference book detailing the intricacies of R updates the popular first edition by adding R version 3.4 and 3.5 features. Starting with the basic structure of R, the book takes you on a journey through the terminology used in R and the syntax required to make R work. You will find looking up the correct form for an expression quick and easy. Some of the new material includes information ... Read more

$35.99 USD

This handy reference book detailing the intricacies of R updates the popular first edition by adding R version 3.4 and 3.5 features. Starting with the basic structure of R, the book takes you on a journey through the terminology used in R and the syntax required to make R work. You will find looking up the correct form for an expression quick and easy. Some of the new material includes information
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Learn Generative AI with PyTorch

Build GANs, transformers, and diffusion models

by Mark Liu ...

Learn how generative AI works by building your very own models that can write coherent text, create realistic images, and even make lifelike music.Learn Generative AI with PyTorch teaches the underlying mechanics of generative AI by building working AI models from scratch. Throughout, you’ll use the intuitive PyTorch framework that’s instantly familiar to anyone who’s worked with Python data tools ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Learn how generative AI works by building your very own models that can write coherent text, create realistic images, and even make lifelike music.Learn Generative AI with PyTorch teaches the underlying mechanics of generative AI by building working AI models from scratch. Throughout, you’ll use the intuitive PyTorch framework that’s instantly familiar to anyone who’s worked with Python data tools
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Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Edited by Kaushik Kumar, Divya Zindani, J. Paulo Davim ...

Series series Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Engineering
Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering offers a unified platform for the dissemination of basic and applied knowledge on the integration of artificial intelligence within the realm of mechanical and industrial engineering. The book covers the tools and information needed to build successful careers and a source of knowledge for those working with AI within these domains ... Read more

$68.99 USD

Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering offers a unified platform for the dissemination of basic and applied knowledge on the integration of artificial intelligence within the realm of mechanical and industrial engineering. The book covers the tools and information needed to build successful careers and a source of knowledge for those working with AI within these domains
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Design of Video Quality Metrics with Multi-Way Data Analysis

A data driven approach

by Christian Keimel ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book proposes a data-driven methodology using multi-way data analysis for the design of video-quality metrics. It also enables video- quality metrics to be created using arbitrary features. This data- driven design approach not only requires no detailed knowledge of the human visual system, but also allows a proper consideration of the temporal nature of video using a three-way prediction ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This book proposes a data-driven methodology using multi-way data analysis for the design of video-quality metrics. It also enables video- quality metrics to be created using arbitrary features. This data- driven design approach not only requires no detailed knowledge of the human visual system, but also allows a proper consideration of the temporal nature of video using a three-way prediction
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Introduction to Deep Learning Using R

A Step-by-Step Guide to Learning and Implementing Deep Learning Models Using R

by Taweh Beysolow II ...

Series series Business and Management (R0)
Understand deep learning, the nuances of its different models, and where these models can be applied.The abundance of data and demand for superior products/services have driven the development of advanced computer science techniques, among them image and speech recognition. Introduction to Deep Learning Using R provides a theoretical and practical understanding of the models that perform these ... Read more

$53.99 USD

Understand deep learning, the nuances of its different models, and where these models can be applied.The abundance of data and demand for superior products/services have driven the development of advanced computer science techniques, among them image and speech recognition. Introduction to Deep Learning Using R provides a theoretical and practical understanding of the models that perform these
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Advanced Technologies for the Rehabilitation of Gait and Balance Disorders

Edited by Giorgio Sandrini, Volker Homberg, Leopold Saltuari, Nicola Smania, Alessandra Pedrocchi ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in the field of gait and balance rehabilitation. It describes technologies and devices together with the requirements and factors to be considered during their application in clinical settings. The book covers physiological and pathophysiological basis of locomotion and posture control, describes integrated approaches ... Read more

$170.09 USD

The book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in the field of gait and balance rehabilitation. It describes technologies and devices together with the requirements and factors to be considered during their application in clinical settings. The book covers physiological and pathophysiological basis of locomotion and posture control, describes integrated approaches
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Mobile Actuation Systems for Magnetic Small-scale Robots

by Qianqian Wang, Li Zhang, Tiantian Xu, Mingxue Cai ...

Discover mobile magnetic actuation systems for manipulating magnetic small-scale robotsExploring the latest advancements in the field, this book introduces mobile magnetic actuation systems, covering the principles, development, and their typical applications. Each chapter is complete with a discussion and conclusion, as well as experimental results when necessary.Readers will find information on ... Read more

$120.00 USD

Discover mobile magnetic actuation systems for manipulating magnetic small-scale robotsExploring the latest advancements in the field, this book introduces mobile magnetic actuation systems, covering the principles, development, and their typical applications. Each chapter is complete with a discussion and conclusion, as well as experimental results when necessary.Readers will find information on
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Stochastic Modeling and Optimization Methods for Critical Infrastructure Protection, Volume 1

Stochastic Modeling

by Alexei A. Gaivoronski, Pavel S. Knopov, Vladimir I. Norkin, Volodymyr A. Zaslavskyi ...

Series series ISTE Invoiced
Stochastic Modeling and Optimization Methods for Critical Infrastructure Protection is a thorough exploration of mathematical models and tools that are designed to strengthen critical infrastructures against threats – both natural and adversarial. Divided into two volumes, this first volume examines stochastic modeling across key economic sectors and their interconnections, while the second volume ... Read more

$136.00 USD

Stochastic Modeling and Optimization Methods for Critical Infrastructure Protection is a thorough exploration of mathematical models and tools that are designed to strengthen critical infrastructures against threats – both natural and adversarial. Divided into two volumes, this first volume examines stochastic modeling across key economic sectors and their interconnections, while the second volume
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Digital Decisioning

Using Decision Management to Deliver Business Impact from AI

by James Taylor ...

"I've worked as a C-level executive in multiple insurance companies and engaged countless strategy consultants, IT consultants and technology vendors over the past two decades. This book describes the only approach that has actually allowed me to operationalize predictive models and deliver real ROI!"Digital Decisioning ensures your systems act intelligently on your behalf, making precise, ... Read more

$18.99 USD

"I've worked as a C-level executive in multiple insurance companies and engaged countless strategy consultants, IT consultants and technology vendors over the past two decades. This book describes the only approach that has actually allowed me to operationalize predictive models and deliver real ROI!"Digital Decisioning ensures your systems act intelligently on your behalf, making precise,
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Deep Learning Generalization

Theoretical Foundations and Practical Strategies

by Liu Peng ...

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of generalization in deep learning, focusing on both theoretical foundations and practical strategies. It delves deeply into how machine learning models, particularly deep neural networks, achieve robust performance on unseen data. Key topics include balancing model complexity, addressing overfitting and underfitting, and understanding modern ... Read more

$72.99 USD

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of generalization in deep learning, focusing on both theoretical foundations and practical strategies. It delves deeply into how machine learning models, particularly deep neural networks, achieve robust performance on unseen data. Key topics include balancing model complexity, addressing overfitting and underfitting, and understanding modern
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Architecting an Apache Iceberg Lakehouse

A scalable, open-source data platform

by Alex Merced ...

Get the eBook free when you register your print book at Manning.Design an Apache Iceberg lakehouse from scratch!The “lakehouse” data architecture is a powerful way to combine the flexibility of data lakes with the management features of data warehouses. The open source Apache Iceberg framework delivers the scalability, reliability, and performance you want from a lakehouse without the expense and ... Read more

$43.99 USD

Get the eBook free when you register your print book at Manning.Design an Apache Iceberg lakehouse from scratch!The “lakehouse” data architecture is a powerful way to combine the flexibility of data lakes with the management features of data warehouses. The open source Apache Iceberg framework delivers the scalability, reliability, and performance you want from a lakehouse without the expense and
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Data Analysis with R, Second Edition

A comprehensive guide to manipulating, analyzing, and visualizing data in R

by Tony Fischetti ...

Learn, by example, the fundamentals of data analysis as well as several intermediate to advanced methods and techniques ranging from classification and regression to Bayesian methods and MCMC, which can be put to immediate use. Key Features\*\]Analyze your data using R – the most powerful statistical programming language\[\*\]Learn how to implement applied statistics using practical use-cases\[\*\ ... Read more

$34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn, by example, the fundamentals of data analysis as well as several intermediate to advanced methods and techniques ranging from classification and regression to Bayesian methods and MCMC, which can be put to immediate use. Key Features\*\]Analyze your data using R – the most powerful statistical programming language\[\*\]Learn how to implement applied statistics using practical use-cases\[\*\
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Power BI

Unleashing Insights with Power BI. A Comprehensive Guide to Data Visualization and Business Intelligence

by Brian Murray ...

Series Book 3 - DATA ANALYSIS FOR BEGINNERS
In today's data-driven world, businesses need to extract meaningful insights from their data to stay ahead of the competition. Power BI, a cloud-based business intelligence platform by Microsoft, has emerged as a leader in providing advanced analytics and visualization capabilities to businesses of all sizes.In "Unleashing Insights with Power BI: A Comprehensive Guide to Data Visualization and ... Read more

$3.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In today's data-driven world, businesses need to extract meaningful insights from their data to stay ahead of the competition. Power BI, a cloud-based business intelligence platform by Microsoft, has emerged as a leader in providing advanced analytics and visualization capabilities to businesses of all sizes.In "Unleashing Insights with Power BI: A Comprehensive Guide to Data Visualization and
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Real-time Speech and Music Classification by Large Audio Feature Space Extraction

by Florian Eyben ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book reports on an outstanding thesis that has significantly advanced the state-of-the-art in the automated analysis and classification of speech and music. It defines several standard acoustic parameter sets and describes their implementation in a novel, open-source, audio analysis framework called openSMILE, which has been accepted and intensively used worldwide. The book offers extensive ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book reports on an outstanding thesis that has significantly advanced the state-of-the-art in the automated analysis and classification of speech and music. It defines several standard acoustic parameter sets and describes their implementation in a novel, open-source, audio analysis framework called openSMILE, which has been accepted and intensively used worldwide. The book offers extensive
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The Ethical Code

by Paragon Papers ...

Navigating the intricate world of artificial intelligence, this book delves deeply into the ethical, social, and philosophical dimensions shaping the future of AI. With comprehensive discussions that span from the transformation of human identity to the crafting of global ethical frameworks, the manuscript offers a multidisciplinary perspective that is as thought-provoking as it is enlightening. ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Navigating the intricate world of artificial intelligence, this book delves deeply into the ethical, social, and philosophical dimensions shaping the future of AI. With comprehensive discussions that span from the transformation of human identity to the crafting of global ethical frameworks, the manuscript offers a multidisciplinary perspective that is as thought-provoking as it is enlightening.
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Supercomputing

4th Russian Supercomputing Days, RuSCDays 2018, Moscow, Russia, September 24–25, 2018, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Vladimir Voevodin, Sergey Sobolev ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th Russian Supercomputing Days, RuSCDays 2018, held in Moscow, Russia, in September 2018.The 59 revised full papers and one revised short paper presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 136 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on parallel algorithms; supercomputer simulation; high performance architectures, tools ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th Russian Supercomputing Days, RuSCDays 2018, held in Moscow, Russia, in September 2018.The 59 revised full papers and one revised short paper presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 136 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on parallel algorithms; supercomputer simulation; high performance architectures, tools
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Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing

by Fatos Xhafa ...

Series series Intelligent Data-Centric Systems
Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing dives into the creation of robust cybersecurity defenses for increasingly vulnerable edge devices. This book examines the unique security challenges of edge environments, including limited resources and potentially untrusted networks, providing fundamental concepts for real-time vulnerability detection and mitigation through novel system ... Read more

$161.99 USD

Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing dives into the creation of robust cybersecurity defenses for increasingly vulnerable edge devices. This book examines the unique security challenges of edge environments, including limited resources and potentially untrusted networks, providing fundamental concepts for real-time vulnerability detection and mitigation through novel system
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Small Business Ai Guide

by Rady ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a practical, affordable tool that can save you time, money, and energy. This book is your guide to using AI as your newest hire: a digital assistant that handles repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on growth and strategy. ... Read more

$7.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a practical, affordable tool that can save you time, money, and energy. This book is your guide to using AI as your newest hire: a digital assistant that handles repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on growth and strategy.
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Universal Design in Video Games

Active Participation Through Accessible Play

by Adam Palmquist, Izabella Jedel, Ole Goethe ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
As participation in game related activities increases around the world and across a larger part of the population, it is obvious that games are not just an entertainment medium for children or young people. Games can be used to accomplish different purposes for different groups of people in society.Developing a universal designed game involves more than adding a cast of diverse characters. Games ... Read more

$161.99 USD

As participation in game related activities increases around the world and across a larger part of the population, it is obvious that games are not just an entertainment medium for children or young people. Games can be used to accomplish different purposes for different groups of people in society.Developing a universal designed game involves more than adding a cast of diverse characters. Games
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Network and Parallel Computing

20th IFIP WG 10.3 International Conference, NPC 2024, Haikou, China, December 7–8, 2024, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Xu Chen, Geyong Min, Deke Guo, Xia Xie, Lingjun Pu ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two part LNCS 15227 and 15528 volumes constitutes the proceedings of the 20th IFIP WG 10.3 International Conference on Network and Parallel Computing, NPC 2024, which was held in Haikou, China, during December 7–8, 2024.The 76 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 200 submissions. They are organized according to the following topics:Part-I : High ... Read more

$80.99 USD

This two part LNCS 15227 and 15528 volumes constitutes the proceedings of the 20th IFIP WG 10.3 International Conference on Network and Parallel Computing, NPC 2024, which was held in Haikou, China, during December 7–8, 2024.The 76 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 200 submissions. They are organized according to the following topics:Part-I : High
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Las Redes Sociales

MARKETING, NEGOCIOS, SEO, VENTAS, ARTICULOS DIGITALES, PAGINAS WEB, CLIENTES., #1

by SAMUEL NORTON ...

Series Book 1 - MARKETING, NEGOCIOS, SEO, VENTAS, ARTICULOS DIGITALES, PAGINAS WEB, CLIENTES.
En el umbral del último capítulo de nuestro viaje a través del fascinante mundo de las redes sociales, nos encontramos frente a un horizonte iluminado por la promesa de un mañana más vibrante, conectado y empoderado· Hemos navegado por los turbulentos mares de la innovación tecnológica, explorado los rincones más oscuros de la desinformación y la polarización, y hemos celebrado las maravillas de ... Read more

$7.90 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

En el umbral del último capítulo de nuestro viaje a través del fascinante mundo de las redes sociales, nos encontramos frente a un horizonte iluminado por la promesa de un mañana más vibrante, conectado y empoderado· Hemos navegado por los turbulentos mares de la innovación tecnológica, explorado los rincones más oscuros de la desinformación y la polarización, y hemos celebrado las maravillas de
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Scaling Python with Dask

From Data Science to Machine Learning

by Holden Karau, Mika Kimmins ...

Modern systems contain multi-core CPUs and GPUs that have the potential for parallel computing. But many scientific Python tools were not designed to leverage this parallelism. With this short but thorough resource, data scientists and Python programmers will learn how the Dask open source library for parallel computing provides APIs that make it easy to parallelize PyData libraries including ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Modern systems contain multi-core CPUs and GPUs that have the potential for parallel computing. But many scientific Python tools were not designed to leverage this parallelism. With this short but thorough resource, data scientists and Python programmers will learn how the Dask open source library for parallel computing provides APIs that make it easy to parallelize PyData libraries including
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