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Building Telegram Bots

Develop Bots in 12 Programming Languages using the Telegram Bot API

by Nicolas Modrzyk ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn about bot programming, using all the latest and greatest programming languages, including Python, Go, and Clojure, so you can feel at ease writing your Telegram bot in a way that suits you.This book shows how you can use bots for just about everything: they connect, they respond, they enhance your job search chances, they do technical research for you, they remind you about your last train, ... Read more

$31.49 USD

Learn about bot programming, using all the latest and greatest programming languages, including Python, Go, and Clojure, so you can feel at ease writing your Telegram bot in a way that suits you.This book shows how you can use bots for just about everything: they connect, they respond, they enhance your job search chances, they do technical research for you, they remind you about your last train,
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Increasing Naturalness and Flexibility in Spoken Dialogue Interaction

10th International Workshop on Spoken Dialogue Systems

Edited by Erik Marchi, Sabato Marco Siniscalchi, Sandro Cumani, Valerio Mario Salerno, Haizhou Li ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book compiles and presents a synopsis on current global research efforts to push forward the state of the art in dialogue technologies, including advances to language and context understanding, and dialogue management, as well as human–robot interaction, conversational agents, question answering and lifelong learning for dialogue systems. ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book compiles and presents a synopsis on current global research efforts to push forward the state of the art in dialogue technologies, including advances to language and context understanding, and dialogue management, as well as human–robot interaction, conversational agents, question answering and lifelong learning for dialogue systems.
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Multisensory Softness

Perceived Compliance from Multiple Sources of Information

Edited by Massimiliano Di Luca ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Offers a unique multidisciplinary overview of how humans interact with soft objects and how multiple sensory signals are used to perceive material properties, with an emphasis on object deformability. The authors describe a range of setups that have been employed to study and exploit sensory signals involved in interactions with compliant objects as well as techniques to simulate and modulate ... Read more

$49.49 USD

Offers a unique multidisciplinary overview of how humans interact with soft objects and how multiple sensory signals are used to perceive material properties, with an emphasis on object deformability. The authors describe a range of setups that have been employed to study and exploit sensory signals involved in interactions with compliant objects as well as techniques to simulate and modulate
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Internet Addiction

Neuroscientific Approaches and Therapeutical Implications Including Smartphone Addiction

Edited by Christian Montag, Martin Reuter ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The second edition of this successful book provides further and in-depth insight into theoretical models dealing with Internet addiction, as well as includes new therapeutical approaches. The editors also broach the emerging topic of smartphone addiction.This book combines a scholarly introduction with state-of-the-art research in the characterization of Internet addiction. It is intended for a ... Read more

$107.09 USD

The second edition of this successful book provides further and in-depth insight into theoretical models dealing with Internet addiction, as well as includes new therapeutical approaches. The editors also broach the emerging topic of smartphone addiction.This book combines a scholarly introduction with state-of-the-art research in the characterization of Internet addiction. It is intended for a
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Designing and Developing Robust Instructional Apps

by Kenneth J. Luterbach ...

Designing and Developing Robust Instructional Apps advances the state of instructional app development using three learning paradigms for building knowledge foundations, problem-solving, and experimentation. Drawing on research and development lessons gleaned from noted educational technologists, time-tested systematic instructional design processes, and results from user experience design, the ... Read more

$57.99 USD

Designing and Developing Robust Instructional Apps advances the state of instructional app development using three learning paradigms for building knowledge foundations, problem-solving, and experimentation. Drawing on research and development lessons gleaned from noted educational technologists, time-tested systematic instructional design processes, and results from user experience design, the
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Learn Design for iOS Development

by Sian Morson ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn Design for iOS Development is for you if you're an iOS developer and you want to design your own apps to look great and be in tune with the latest Apple guidelines. You'll learn how to design your apps to work with the exciting new iOS 7 look and feel, which your users expect within their latest apps.Learn Design for iOS Development guides you through the design processes that you can apply ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Learn Design for iOS Development is for you if you're an iOS developer and you want to design your own apps to look great and be in tune with the latest Apple guidelines. You'll learn how to design your apps to work with the exciting new iOS 7 look and feel, which your users expect within their latest apps.Learn Design for iOS Development guides you through the design processes that you can apply
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Creativity in the Digital Age

Edited by Nelson Zagalo, Pedro Branco ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This edited book discusses the exciting field of Digital Creativity. Through exploring the current state of the creative industries, the authors show how technologies are reshaping our creative processes and how they are affecting the innovative creation of new products. Readers will discover how creative production processes are dominated by digital data transmission which makes the connection ... Read more

$49.49 USD

This edited book discusses the exciting field of Digital Creativity. Through exploring the current state of the creative industries, the authors show how technologies are reshaping our creative processes and how they are affecting the innovative creation of new products. Readers will discover how creative production processes are dominated by digital data transmission which makes the connection
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Advanced Human-Robot Collaboration in Manufacturing

Edited by Lihui Wang, Xi Vincent Wang, József Váncza, Zsolt Kemény ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents state-of-the-art research, challenges and solutions in the area of human–robot collaboration (HRC) in manufacturing. It enables readers to better understand the dynamic behaviour of manufacturing processes, and gives more insight into on-demand adaptive control techniques for industrial robots.With increasing complexity and dynamism in today’s manufacturing practice, more ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book presents state-of-the-art research, challenges and solutions in the area of human–robot collaboration (HRC) in manufacturing. It enables readers to better understand the dynamic behaviour of manufacturing processes, and gives more insight into on-demand adaptive control techniques for industrial robots.With increasing complexity and dynamism in today’s manufacturing practice, more
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Cloud Scale Analytics with Azure Data Services

Build modern data warehouses on Microsoft Azure

by Patrik Borosch ...

A practical guide to implementing a scalable and fast state-of-the-art analytical data estateKey FeaturesStore and analyze data with enterprise-grade security and auditingPerform batch, streaming, and interactive analytics to optimize your big data solutions with easeDevelop and run parallel data processing programs using real-world enterprise scenariosBook DescriptionAzure Data Lake, the modern ... Read more

$40.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A practical guide to implementing a scalable and fast state-of-the-art analytical data estateKey FeaturesStore and analyze data with enterprise-grade security and auditingPerform batch, streaming, and interactive analytics to optimize your big data solutions with easeDevelop and run parallel data processing programs using real-world enterprise scenariosBook DescriptionAzure Data Lake, the modern
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Machine Learning Mastery for Engineers

by Abdellatif Sadeq ...

This book is an invaluable resource designed to bridge the gap between machine learning theory and its practical applications in engineering. It offers a structured journey through the core principles of machine learning, focusing on empowering engineers to tackle complex challenges in their domains. Starting with a solid introduction to machine learning fundamentals and Python programming, the ... Read more

$71.99 USD

This book is an invaluable resource designed to bridge the gap between machine learning theory and its practical applications in engineering. It offers a structured journey through the core principles of machine learning, focusing on empowering engineers to tackle complex challenges in their domains. Starting with a solid introduction to machine learning fundamentals and Python programming, the
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Data Engineering with Scala and Spark

Build streaming and batch pipelines that process massive amounts of data using Scala

by Eric Tome, Rupam Bhattacharjee, David Radford ...

Take your data engineering skills to the next level by learning how to utilize Scala and functional programming to create continuous and scheduled pipelines that ingest, transform, and aggregate dataKey FeaturesTransform data into a clean and trusted source of information for your organization using ScalaBuild streaming and batch-processing pipelines with step-by-step explanationsImplement and ... Read more

$27.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Take your data engineering skills to the next level by learning how to utilize Scala and functional programming to create continuous and scheduled pipelines that ingest, transform, and aggregate dataKey FeaturesTransform data into a clean and trusted source of information for your organization using ScalaBuild streaming and batch-processing pipelines with step-by-step explanationsImplement and
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Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with Langchain and GPT

Develop End-to-End LLM-Powered Conversational AI Apps with Python, LangChain, GPT, and Google Colab (English Edition)

by Mugesh S ...

Transform Text into Intelligent Conversations with LangChain and GPT.Key Features● Build AI Chatbots with LangChain, Python and GPT models through hands-on guidance.● Master Advanced Techniques like RAG, document embedding, and LLM fine-tuning.● Deploy and Scale conversational AI systems for real-world applications.Book DescriptionConversational AI Apps are revolutionizing the way we interact with ... Read more

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Transform Text into Intelligent Conversations with LangChain and GPT.Key Features● Build AI Chatbots with LangChain, Python and GPT models through hands-on guidance.● Master Advanced Techniques like RAG, document embedding, and LLM fine-tuning.● Deploy and Scale conversational AI systems for real-world applications.Book DescriptionConversational AI Apps are revolutionizing the way we interact with
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Computer Vision – ECCV 2024

18th European Conference, Milan, Italy, September 29–October 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part XLI

Edited by Aleš Leonardis, Elisa Ricci, Stefan Roth, Olga Russakovsky, Torsten Sattler, Gül Varol ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The multi-volume set of LNCS books with volume numbers 15059 up to 15147 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, held in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.The 2387 papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 8585 submissions. The papers deal with topics such as computer vision ... Read more

$80.99 USD

The multi-volume set of LNCS books with volume numbers 15059 up to 15147 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, held in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.The 2387 papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 8585 submissions. The papers deal with topics such as computer vision
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ChatGPT Side Hustles 2024

Unlock the Digital Goldmine and Get AI Working for You Fast with More Than 85 Side Hustle Ideas to Boost Passive Income, Create New Cash Flow, and Get Ahead of the Curve

by Alec Rowe ...

Dive into the future of passive income with "ChatGPT Side Hustles" by Alec Rowe. This comprehensive guide unveils over 85 innovative side hustle ideas leveraging the power of AI to boost your income, create new cash flows, and secure a competitive edge.Here’s a glimpse of what you'll uncover inside:Dive Deep into the AI Revolution: Begin your journey with a masterclass in ChatGPT technology. ... Read more

$0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Dive into the future of passive income with "ChatGPT Side Hustles" by Alec Rowe. This comprehensive guide unveils over 85 innovative side hustle ideas leveraging the power of AI to boost your income, create new cash flows, and secure a competitive edge.Here’s a glimpse of what you'll uncover inside:Dive Deep into the AI Revolution: Begin your journey with a masterclass in ChatGPT technology.
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Simulating Crowds in Egress Scenarios

by Soraia R. Musse, Vinícius J. Cassol, Norman I Badler, Cláudio R. Jung ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book describes, from a computer science viewpoint the software, methods of simulating and analysing crowds with a particular focus on the effects of panic in emergency situations.The power of modern technology impacts on modern life in multiple ways every day. A variety of scientific models and computational tools have been developed to improve human safety and comfort in built environments. ... Read more

$49.49 USD

This book describes, from a computer science viewpoint the software, methods of simulating and analysing crowds with a particular focus on the effects of panic in emergency situations.The power of modern technology impacts on modern life in multiple ways every day. A variety of scientific models and computational tools have been developed to improve human safety and comfort in built environments.
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AI Unleashed: Prompt Engineering and Development for Business Transformation

by Dan Pearson ...

The AI Frontier: Unleashing the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Business" is an insightful guide on the transformative role of AI in the business world. The book begins by charting the evolution of AI and its adoption in business, followed by an overview of how AI is driving decision-making and customer engagement. It further explores AI's role in innovating business models and provides an in ... Read more

$4.87 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The AI Frontier: Unleashing the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Business" is an insightful guide on the transformative role of AI in the business world. The book begins by charting the evolution of AI and its adoption in business, followed by an overview of how AI is driving decision-making and customer engagement. It further explores AI's role in innovating business models and provides an in
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Graph Drawing and Network Visualization

28th International Symposium, GD 2020, Vancouver, BC, Canada, September 16–18, 2020, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by David Auber, Pavel Valtr ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 28th International Symposium on Graph Drawing and Network Visualization, GD 2020, which was held during September 16-18, 2020. The conference was planned to take place in Vancouver, Canada, but changed to an online format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The 29 full and 9 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected ... Read more

$49.49 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 28th International Symposium on Graph Drawing and Network Visualization, GD 2020, which was held during September 16-18, 2020. The conference was planned to take place in Vancouver, Canada, but changed to an online format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The 29 full and 9 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected
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The Sensory Accommodation Framework for Technology

Bridging Sensory Processing to Social Cognition

by LouAnne Boyd ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
This book provides a thorough introduction to the many facets of designing technologies for autism, with a particular focus on optimizing visual attention frameworks. This book is designed to provide a detailed overview of several aspects of technology for autism. Each Chapter illustrates different parts of the Sensory Accommodation Framework and provides examples of relevant available ... Read more

$40.49 USD

This book provides a thorough introduction to the many facets of designing technologies for autism, with a particular focus on optimizing visual attention frameworks. This book is designed to provide a detailed overview of several aspects of technology for autism. Each Chapter illustrates different parts of the Sensory Accommodation Framework and provides examples of relevant available
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Graph Data Science with Python and Neo4j

Hands-on Projects on Python and Neo4j Integration for Data Visualization and Analysis Using Graph Data Science for Building Enterprise Strategies

by Timothy Eastridge ...

Practical approaches to leveraging graph data science to solve real-world challenges.Book DescriptionGraph Data Science with Python and Neo4j is your ultimate guide to unleashing the potential of graph data science by blending Python's robust capabilities with Neo4j's innovative graph database technology. From fundamental concepts to advanced analytics and machine learning techniques, you'll learn ... Read more

$24.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Practical approaches to leveraging graph data science to solve real-world challenges.Book DescriptionGraph Data Science with Python and Neo4j is your ultimate guide to unleashing the potential of graph data science by blending Python's robust capabilities with Neo4j's innovative graph database technology. From fundamental concepts to advanced analytics and machine learning techniques, you'll learn
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Medical Modeling

The Application of Advanced Design and Additive Manufacturing Techniques in Medicine

by Richard Bibb, Dominic Eggbeer, Abby Paterson, Mazher Iqbal Mohammed ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
Medical Modelling: The Application of Advanced Design and Additive Manufacturing Techniques in Medicine, Third Edition provides readers with a thorough update of the core contents, along with key information on innovative imaging techniques, additive manufacturing technologies and a range of applied case studies. This comprehensive new edition includes new coverage of advanced technologies, such ... Read more

$269.99 USD

Medical Modelling: The Application of Advanced Design and Additive Manufacturing Techniques in Medicine, Third Edition provides readers with a thorough update of the core contents, along with key information on innovative imaging techniques, additive manufacturing technologies and a range of applied case studies. This comprehensive new edition includes new coverage of advanced technologies, such
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Database Systems for Advanced Applications. DASFAA 2024 International Workshops

BDMS, GDMA, BDQM and ERDSE, Gifu, Japan, July 2-5, 2024, Proceedings

Edited by Atsuyuki Morishima, Guoliang Li, Yoshiharu Ishikawa, Sihem Amer-Yahia, H. V. Jagadish, Kejing Lu ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This volume constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 29th International Conference on Database Systems for Advanced Applications, held in Gifu, Japan, during July 2-5, 2024.The 26 full papers and 9 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 43 submissions.DASFAA 2024 presents the following four workshops:The 10th ... Read more

$76.49 USD

This volume constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 29th International Conference on Database Systems for Advanced Applications, held in Gifu, Japan, during July 2-5, 2024.The 26 full papers and 9 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 43 submissions.DASFAA 2024 presents the following four workshops:The 10th
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Computer-Human Interaction Research and Applications

9th International Conference, CHIRA 2025, Marbella, Spain, October 20–21, 2025, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Josef F. Krems, Hugo Plácido da Silva, Pietro Cipresso ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The three volume set CCIS 2834-2836 constitutes the proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Computer-Human Interaction Research and Applications, CHIRA 2025, held Marbella, Spain, during October 2025.The 21 full papers and 64 short papers presented in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 106 submissions. These papers focus on the research advancements and practical ... Read more

$89.09 USD

The three volume set CCIS 2834-2836 constitutes the proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Computer-Human Interaction Research and Applications, CHIRA 2025, held Marbella, Spain, during October 2025.The 21 full papers and 64 short papers presented in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 106 submissions. These papers focus on the research advancements and practical
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Formal Aspects of Component Software

15th International Conference, FACS 2018, Pohang, South Korea, October 10–12, 2018, Proceedings

Edited by Kyungmin Bae, Peter Csaba Ölveczky ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings from the 15th International Conference on Formal Aspects of Component Software, FACS 2018, held in Pohang, South Korea, in October 2018.The 14 full papers presented together with an invited abstract and an invited paper were carefully reviewed and selected from 32 submissions. FACS 2016 is concerned with how formal methods can be used to make ... Read more

$49.49 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings from the 15th International Conference on Formal Aspects of Component Software, FACS 2018, held in Pohang, South Korea, in October 2018.The 14 full papers presented together with an invited abstract and an invited paper were carefully reviewed and selected from 32 submissions. FACS 2016 is concerned with how formal methods can be used to make
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UX: Essential Tools

by Daniel Schwarz, Dave Kearney ...

This book outlines the best tools available for UX professionals today. Covering prototyping, wireframing, mind mapping and design handoff tools, you'll discover everything a modern UX professionals needs. ... Read more

$7.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book outlines the best tools available for UX professionals today. Covering prototyping, wireframing, mind mapping and design handoff tools, you'll discover everything a modern UX professionals needs.
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