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The Year in Tech, 2025

The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review

by Harvard Business Review, Amy Webb, Elisa Farri, Gabriele Rosani, Alex Tapscott ...

Series series HBR Insights Series
A year of HBR's essential thinking on tech—all in one place.Generative AI, biometrics, spatial computing, electric vehicles—new technologies like these are reshaping organizations at the hybrid office, on factory floors, and in the C-suite. What should you and your company be doing now to take advantage of the new opportunities these technologies are creating—and avoid falling victim to disruption ... Read more

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A year of HBR's essential thinking on tech—all in one place.Generative AI, biometrics, spatial computing, electric vehicles—new technologies like these are reshaping organizations at the hybrid office, on factory floors, and in the C-suite. What should you and your company be doing now to take advantage of the new opportunities these technologies are creating—and avoid falling victim to disruption
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Snowflake Cookbook

Strategic and practical recipes for building governed, intelligent, AI-ready data platforms

by Keith Belanger, Hamid Mahmood Qureshi, Hammad Sharif ...

Build modern data and AI platforms in the Snowflake AI Data Cloud with practical recipes for data governance, automation, Cortex AI, observability, and intelligent application development.Key FeaturesApply 100+ practical recipes for data engineering, data governance, and AI developmentBuild secure, scalable data solutions using Snowflake platform capabilitiesLearn when and why to apply each ... Read more

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Build modern data and AI platforms in the Snowflake AI Data Cloud with practical recipes for data governance, automation, Cortex AI, observability, and intelligent application development.Key FeaturesApply 100+ practical recipes for data engineering, data governance, and AI developmentBuild secure, scalable data solutions using Snowflake platform capabilitiesLearn when and why to apply each
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Information Technology, Systems Research, and Computational Physics

Edited by Piotr Kulczycki, Janusz Kacprzyk, László T. Kóczy, Radko Mesiar, Rafal Wisniewski ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book highlights a broad range of modern information technology tools, techniques, investigations and open challenges, mainly with applications in systems research and computational physics. Divided into three major sections, it begins by presenting specialized calculation methods in the framework of data analysis and intelligent computing. In turn, the second section focuses on application ... Read more

$143.09 USD

This book highlights a broad range of modern information technology tools, techniques, investigations and open challenges, mainly with applications in systems research and computational physics. Divided into three major sections, it begins by presenting specialized calculation methods in the framework of data analysis and intelligent computing. In turn, the second section focuses on application
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Elasticsearch Essentials

Harness the power of ElasticSearch to build and manage scalable search and analytics solutions with this fast-paced guide

by Bharvi Dixit ...

Harness the power of ElasticSearch to build and manage scalable search and analytics solutions with this fast-paced guideKey Features\[\*\] New to ElasticSearch? Here’s what you need—a highly practical guide that gives you a quick start with ElasticSearch using easy-to-follow examples; get up and running with ElasticSearch APIs in no time\[\*\] Get the latest guide on ElasticSearch 2.0.0, which ... Read more

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Harness the power of ElasticSearch to build and manage scalable search and analytics solutions with this fast-paced guideKey Features\[\*\] New to ElasticSearch? Here’s what you need—a highly practical guide that gives you a quick start with ElasticSearch using easy-to-follow examples; get up and running with ElasticSearch APIs in no time\[\*\] Get the latest guide on ElasticSearch 2.0.0, which
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Corpora and Language Change in Late Modern English

Edited by Javier Calle-Martín, Jesús Romero-Barranco ...

Series Book 308 - Linguistic Insights
Late Modern English has traditionally been considered a period of linguistic stability in terms of language standardization. However, a careful examination of crucial aspects of its internal and external history reveals that this period still deserves scholarly attention. This book aims to offer valuable tools for the study of Late Modern English, along with a selection of studies that approach ... Read more

$85.49 USD

Late Modern English has traditionally been considered a period of linguistic stability in terms of language standardization. However, a careful examination of crucial aspects of its internal and external history reveals that this period still deserves scholarly attention. This book aims to offer valuable tools for the study of Late Modern English, along with a selection of studies that approach
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Macht, Ratio und Emotion: Diskurse im digitalen Zeitalter / Pouvoir, raison et émotion: les discours à l'ère du numérique

Edited by Gabriella Carobbio, Cécile Desoutter, Aurora Fragonara ...

Series Book 275 - Linguistic Insights
Im digitalen Zeitalter nimmt der sprachliche Ausdruck von Macht, Ratio und Emotionen neue Formen an, die Gegenstand von Analysen werden und methodische Reflexionen anregen. Die zehn in diesem Band zusammengeführten Beiträge auf Deutsch oder Französisch befassen sich mit verschiedenen Diskursen v.a. im Bereich der Politik, des Rechts und der Medizin, bei denen die digitale Technologie eine ... Read more

$55.69 USD

Im digitalen Zeitalter nimmt der sprachliche Ausdruck von Macht, Ratio und Emotionen neue Formen an, die Gegenstand von Analysen werden und methodische Reflexionen anregen. Die zehn in diesem Band zusammengeführten Beiträge auf Deutsch oder Französisch befassen sich mit verschiedenen Diskursen v.a. im Bereich der Politik, des Rechts und der Medizin, bei denen die digitale Technologie eine
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Exploring discourse and ideology through corpora

Edited by Miguel Fuster Márquez, José Santaemilia, Carmen Gregori-Signes, Paula Rodríguez-Abruñeiras ...

Series Book 276 - Linguistic Insights
This book explores discourse mainly through corpus linguistics methods. Indeed, Corpus-Assisted Discourse Studies has become a widely used approach for the critical (or non-critical) analysis of discourses in recent times. The book focuses on the analysis of different kinds of discourse, but most particularly on those which attempt to unveil social attitudes and values. Although a corpus ... Read more

$66.09 USD

This book explores discourse mainly through corpus linguistics methods. Indeed, Corpus-Assisted Discourse Studies has become a widely used approach for the critical (or non-critical) analysis of discourses in recent times. The book focuses on the analysis of different kinds of discourse, but most particularly on those which attempt to unveil social attitudes and values. Although a corpus
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SAP-BusinessObjects-Data-Services---Complete-Reference

by Sukant Pandey ...

Series Book 1 - SAP Data Management
This book details the Data Services Configuration and Process activities for the SAP tool ‘Data Services’. At a high level it will cover various administrative and user-focused activities around the SQL Server 2008 Database, SAP Data Services, and SAP Information Platform Services.This book also provides the recommended approach and best practices for using these software packages. It will act as ... Read more

$250.00 USD

This book details the Data Services Configuration and Process activities for the SAP tool ‘Data Services’. At a high level it will cover various administrative and user-focused activities around the SQL Server 2008 Database, SAP Data Services, and SAP Information Platform Services.This book also provides the recommended approach and best practices for using these software packages. It will act as
... Read more
Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference of Transportation Research Group of India

5th CTRG Volume 3

Edited by Manoranjan Parida, Avijit Maji, S. Velmurugan, Animesh Das ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book (in three volumes) comprises the proceedings of the Fifth Conference of Transportation Research Group of India (CTRG2019) focusing on emerging opportunities and challenges in the field of transportation of people and freight. The contents of the volume include characterization of conventional and innovative pavement materials, operational effects of road geometry, user impact of ... Read more

$215.09 USD

This book (in three volumes) comprises the proceedings of the Fifth Conference of Transportation Research Group of India (CTRG2019) focusing on emerging opportunities and challenges in the field of transportation of people and freight. The contents of the volume include characterization of conventional and innovative pavement materials, operational effects of road geometry, user impact of
... Read more
Statistics Every Programmer Needs

Practical Python implementations and quantitative methods

by Gary Sutton ...

Put statistics into practice with Python!Data-driven decisions rely on statistics. Statistics Every Programmer Needs introduces the statistical and quantitative methods that will help you go beyond “gut feeling” for tasks like predicting stock prices or assessing quality control, with examples using the rich tools of the Python ecosystem.Statistics Every Programmer Needs will teach you how to ... Read more

$68.99 USD

Put statistics into practice with Python!Data-driven decisions rely on statistics. Statistics Every Programmer Needs introduces the statistical and quantitative methods that will help you go beyond “gut feeling” for tasks like predicting stock prices or assessing quality control, with examples using the rich tools of the Python ecosystem.Statistics Every Programmer Needs will teach you how to
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Strategies of Inclusion and Exclusion in online and offline Interaction

Edited by Marco Venuti, Emanuela Campisi, Ester Di Silvestro ...

Series Book 74 - Łódź Studies in Language
This volume deals with the interplay between personal identity and language, with a special focus on interactions involving political correctness, ideological positioning and minority groups. Differently from many studies adopting only either an abstract observational perspective or a militant one, this volume aims at describing identity construction as an interactional practice, in order to offer ... Read more

$61.19 USD

This volume deals with the interplay between personal identity and language, with a special focus on interactions involving political correctness, ideological positioning and minority groups. Differently from many studies adopting only either an abstract observational perspective or a militant one, this volume aims at describing identity construction as an interactional practice, in order to offer
... Read more
Data Structures and Algorithms

Insights and Applications

by Michael Andrew Lambert ...

Navigating Algorithms: A Comprehensive Guide to Data Structures takes readers on an engaging journey through the essential concepts of data structures and algorithms in computer science. Covering everything from fundamental searching techniques like Binary Search and Jump Search, to more advanced topics such as Hashing, Tree-Based Indexing, and the Zipf distribution, this book provides both ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Navigating Algorithms: A Comprehensive Guide to Data Structures takes readers on an engaging journey through the essential concepts of data structures and algorithms in computer science. Covering everything from fundamental searching techniques like Binary Search and Jump Search, to more advanced topics such as Hashing, Tree-Based Indexing, and the Zipf distribution, this book provides both
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Parallel Programming with Julia

Design, Implement, and Optimize Parallel Applications

by Randy H. Mills ...

Parallel Programming with Julia: Design, Implement, and Optimize Parallel ApplicationsAbout the Technology:Unleash the Power of Julia: Julia is a revolutionary high-performance language specifically designed for parallel computing. This book unlocks its potential for tackling complex problems that traditional languages struggle with.Written by Julia Experts: Learn from experienced Julia developers ... Read more

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Parallel Programming with Julia: Design, Implement, and Optimize Parallel ApplicationsAbout the Technology:Unleash the Power of Julia: Julia is a revolutionary high-performance language specifically designed for parallel computing. This book unlocks its potential for tackling complex problems that traditional languages struggle with.Written by Julia Experts: Learn from experienced Julia developers
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Mastering Python. A comprehensive Journey from Beginner to Professional

by Yusuf Buba ...

Beginners can develop a solid foundation in Python programming, while professionals can enhance their existing skills and expand their knowledge into advanced areas. Python's versatility, along with its vast collection of libraries and frameworks, empowers learners to tackle various real-world challenges and opens up exciting career opportunities in fields such as software development, data ... Read more

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Beginners can develop a solid foundation in Python programming, while professionals can enhance their existing skills and expand their knowledge into advanced areas. Python's versatility, along with its vast collection of libraries and frameworks, empowers learners to tackle various real-world challenges and opens up exciting career opportunities in fields such as software development, data
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DATA ANALYSIS USING JDBC AND SQLITE WITH OBJECT-ORIENTED APPROACH AND APACHE NETBEANS IDE

by Vivian Siahaan, Rismon Hasiholan Sianipar ...

In this project, you will use SQLite version of Northwind database which is a sample database that was originally created by Microsoft and used as the basis for their tutorials in a variety of database products for decades. The Northwind database contains the sales data for a fictitious company called “Northwind Traders,” which imports and exports specialty foods from around the world. The ... Read more

$29.99 USD

In this project, you will use SQLite version of Northwind database which is a sample database that was originally created by Microsoft and used as the basis for their tutorials in a variety of database products for decades. The Northwind database contains the sales data for a fictitious company called “Northwind Traders,” which imports and exports specialty foods from around the world. The
... Read more
Mastering RethinkDB

Master the skills of building real-time apps dramatically easier with open source, scalable database - RethinkDB

by Shahid Shaikh ...

Master the capabilities of RethinkDB and implement them to develop efficient real-time web applications. The way to better database development is here!Key Features\[\*\] Master the powerful ReQL queries to manipulate your JSON data,\[\*\] Learn how to develop scalable, real-time web applications using RethinkDB and Node.js and deploy them for production,\[\*\] A detailed, step-by-step guide to ... Read more

$37.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the capabilities of RethinkDB and implement them to develop efficient real-time web applications. The way to better database development is here!Key Features\[\*\] Master the powerful ReQL queries to manipulate your JSON data,\[\*\] Learn how to develop scalable, real-time web applications using RethinkDB and Node.js and deploy them for production,\[\*\] A detailed, step-by-step guide to
... Read more
Beyond 2000 in Computational Geotechnics

Edited by Ronald B.J. Brinkgreve ...

This volume contains papers presented during the first international PLAXIS symposium. Topics covered include: general geo-technical aspects; tunnels and deep excavations, and education and research. This pack is meant for the user of the PLAXIS program, as well as engineers and researchers. ... Read more

$440.00 USD

This volume contains papers presented during the first international PLAXIS symposium. Topics covered include: general geo-technical aspects; tunnels and deep excavations, and education and research. This pack is meant for the user of the PLAXIS program, as well as engineers and researchers.
... Read more
Explainable AI and Other Applications of Fuzzy Techniques

Proceedings of the 2021 Annual Conference of the North American Fuzzy Information Processing Society, NAFIPS 2021

Edited by Julia Rayz, Victor Raskin, Scott Dick, Vladik Kreinovich ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book focuses on an overview of the AI techniques, their foundations, their applications, and remaining challenges and open problems. Many artificial intelligence (AI) techniques do not explain their recommendations. Providing natural-language explanations for numerical AI recommendations is one of the main challenges of modern AI. To provide such explanations, a natural idea is to use ... Read more

$242.09 USD

This book focuses on an overview of the AI techniques, their foundations, their applications, and remaining challenges and open problems. Many artificial intelligence (AI) techniques do not explain their recommendations. Providing natural-language explanations for numerical AI recommendations is one of the main challenges of modern AI. To provide such explanations, a natural idea is to use
... Read more
Bien débuter avec SQL

Exercices dans l'interface PhpMyAdmin et MySQL

by Rémy Lentzner ...

SQL (Structured Query Language) est un langage de requêtes pour la gestion des bases de données relationnelles. Dans ce livre, vous découvrirez les bases de son organisation et ses caractéristiques. Grâce à l’environnement PhpMyAdmin, vous apprendrez à créer une base de données, des tables, des colonnes, des contraintes, des clés (primaires et étrangères), des jointures et bien d’autres ... Read more

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SQL (Structured Query Language) est un langage de requêtes pour la gestion des bases de données relationnelles. Dans ce livre, vous découvrirez les bases de son organisation et ses caractéristiques. Grâce à l’environnement PhpMyAdmin, vous apprendrez à créer une base de données, des tables, des colonnes, des contraintes, des clés (primaires et étrangères), des jointures et bien d’autres
... Read more
Innovative Mobile and Internet Services in Ubiquitous Computing

Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Innovative Mobile and Internet Services in Ubiquitous Computing (IMIS-2022)

Edited by Leonard Barolli ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
The aim of the book “Innovative Mobile and Internet Services in Ubiquitous Computing” is to provide latest research findings, methods and development techniques, challenges and solutions from both theoretical and practical perspectives related to UPC with an emphasis on innovative, mobile and internet services. With the proliferation of wireless technologies and electronic devices, there is a fast ... Read more

$287.09 USD

The aim of the book “Innovative Mobile and Internet Services in Ubiquitous Computing” is to provide latest research findings, methods and development techniques, challenges and solutions from both theoretical and practical perspectives related to UPC with an emphasis on innovative, mobile and internet services. With the proliferation of wireless technologies and electronic devices, there is a fast
... Read more
Nios4, WEB API

(English Edition)

by Davide Andreoli ...

Boost your ERP system in complete autonomy thanks to Nios4.Connect your applications and your services directly to the Nios4 cloud.Thanks to this guide you can enjoy all the benefits of the platform creating a direct connection.You can connect your e-commerce, create the mobile version of your management software without changing it, create IOT systems and use Nios4 as a management system for ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Boost your ERP system in complete autonomy thanks to Nios4.Connect your applications and your services directly to the Nios4 cloud.Thanks to this guide you can enjoy all the benefits of the platform creating a direct connection.You can connect your e-commerce, create the mobile version of your management software without changing it, create IOT systems and use Nios4 as a management system for
... Read more
Azure Data Engineering Cookbook

Design and implement batch and streaming analytics using Azure Cloud Services

by Ahmad Osama, Nagaraj Venkatesan ...

Over 90 recipes to help you orchestrate modern ETL/ELT workflows and perform analytics using Azure services more easilyKey FeaturesBuild highly efficient ETL pipelines using the Microsoft Azure Data servicesCreate and execute real-time processing solutions using Azure Databricks, Azure Stream Analytics, and Azure Data ExplorerDesign and execute batch processing solutions using Azure Data ... Read more

$34.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Over 90 recipes to help you orchestrate modern ETL/ELT workflows and perform analytics using Azure services more easilyKey FeaturesBuild highly efficient ETL pipelines using the Microsoft Azure Data servicesCreate and execute real-time processing solutions using Azure Databricks, Azure Stream Analytics, and Azure Data ExplorerDesign and execute batch processing solutions using Azure Data
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Smart Business and Digital Transformation

An Industry 4.0 Perspective

Edited by Sándor Gyula Nagy, Tamás Stukovszky ...

Series series Business and Digital Transformation
Beginning in the mid-2010s, the Fourth Industrial Revolution has seen remarkable changes in information technology that have blurred the boundaries between the physical, digital and biological worlds. Industry 4.0 has enabled so-called smart factories in which computer systems equipped with machine learning algorithms can learn and control robotics with minimal need for human input. While smart ... Read more

$86.99 USD

Beginning in the mid-2010s, the Fourth Industrial Revolution has seen remarkable changes in information technology that have blurred the boundaries between the physical, digital and biological worlds. Industry 4.0 has enabled so-called smart factories in which computer systems equipped with machine learning algorithms can learn and control robotics with minimal need for human input. While smart
... Read more
Networking And Its Basics

A Simple Guide To Master A Network Computer System, Wireless Technology, Network Security | Fundamentals Of Windows & Hardware Networking For Absolute Beginners

by Zaire Melendez ...

The best guide to computer networking fundamentals. This book will give you a solid foundation if you're new to computer networking.Computers and the internet have changed this world and our lifestyle forever. We just need to touch a small button and within a fraction of a second, we can do almost anything! The major factor that lies behind this advanced technology is none other than computer ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The best guide to computer networking fundamentals. This book will give you a solid foundation if you're new to computer networking.Computers and the internet have changed this world and our lifestyle forever. We just need to touch a small button and within a fraction of a second, we can do almost anything! The major factor that lies behind this advanced technology is none other than computer
... Read more

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