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Learning PySpark

Build data-intensive applications locally and deploy at scale using the combined powers of Python and Spark 2.0

by Tomasz Drabas, Denny Lee ...

Build data-intensive applications locally and deploy at scale using the combined powers of Python and Spark 2.0Key Features\[\*\] Learn why and how you can efficiently use Python to process data and build machine learning models in Apache Spark 2.0\[\*\] Develop and deploy efficient, scalable real-time Spark solutions\[\*\] Take your understanding of using Spark with Python to the next level with ... Read more

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Build data-intensive applications locally and deploy at scale using the combined powers of Python and Spark 2.0Key Features\[\*\] Learn why and how you can efficiently use Python to process data and build machine learning models in Apache Spark 2.0\[\*\] Develop and deploy efficient, scalable real-time Spark solutions\[\*\] Take your understanding of using Spark with Python to the next level with
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Advanced Applications of Python Data Structures and Algorithms

Edited by Mohammad Gouse Galety, Arul Kumar Natarajan, A. V. Sriharsha ...

Data structures are essential principles applicable to any programming language in computer science. Data structures may be studied more easily with Python than with any other programming language because of their interpretability, interactivity, and object-oriented nature. Computers may store and process data at an extraordinary rate and with outstanding accuracy. Therefore, it is of the utmost ... Read more

$256.49 USD

Data structures are essential principles applicable to any programming language in computer science. Data structures may be studied more easily with Python than with any other programming language because of their interpretability, interactivity, and object-oriented nature. Computers may store and process data at an extraordinary rate and with outstanding accuracy. Therefore, it is of the utmost
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Queer Data Studies

by Rebecca Herzig, Banu Subramaniam ...

Series series Feminist Technosciences
Untangles how data shapes and is shaped by queer worldsData, perilous and powerful, is both a worldmaking and a dismantling force. The collection of data about queer lives and bodies, the consequences of data analysis for queer subjects, and considerations of privacy and consent often present ethical dilemmas even as queer data expands our understanding of who and what counts. The need for queer ... Read more

$26.99 USD

Untangles how data shapes and is shaped by queer worldsData, perilous and powerful, is both a worldmaking and a dismantling force. The collection of data about queer lives and bodies, the consequences of data analysis for queer subjects, and considerations of privacy and consent often present ethical dilemmas even as queer data expands our understanding of who and what counts. The need for queer
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From Intervals to –?

Towards a General Description of Validated Uncertainty

by Vladik Kreinovich, Graçaliz Pereira Dimuro, Antônio Carlos da Rocha Costa ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book is about methodological aspects of uncertainty propagation in data processing. Uncertainty propagation is an important problem: while computer algorithms efficiently process data related to many aspects of their lives, most of these algorithms implicitly assume that the numbers they process are exact. In reality, these numbers come from measurements, and measurements are never 100% exact ... Read more

$143.09 USD

This book is about methodological aspects of uncertainty propagation in data processing. Uncertainty propagation is an important problem: while computer algorithms efficiently process data related to many aspects of their lives, most of these algorithms implicitly assume that the numbers they process are exact. In reality, these numbers come from measurements, and measurements are never 100% exact
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Advances in Machine Intelligence and Computer Science Applications

Proceedings of the International Conference ICMICSA’2022

Edited by Noureddine Aboutabit, Mohamed Lazaar, Imad Hafidi ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book encloses latest and advanced researches on artificial intelligence and its applications in computer science. It is an interesting book that aims to help students, researchers, industrialists, and policymakers understand, promote, and synthesize innovative solutions and think of new ideas with the application of artificial intelligence concepts. It also allows to know the existing ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This book encloses latest and advanced researches on artificial intelligence and its applications in computer science. It is an interesting book that aims to help students, researchers, industrialists, and policymakers understand, promote, and synthesize innovative solutions and think of new ideas with the application of artificial intelligence concepts. It also allows to know the existing
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Analisi dei dati con Excel e VBA

by Paolo Poli ...

Pensato per tutti coloro che impiegano Excel per le attività quotidiane, il libro affronta in modo esaustivo l’uso delle funzioni, con una grande quantità di esempi pratici, utili per sfruttare la ricchissima collezione di funzioni di cui è dotata la nuova versione di Excel. Una preziosa risorsa per aiutare a trasformare i dati grezzi in informazioni utili, così da evidenziare punti di forza e ... Read more

$29.99 USD

Pensato per tutti coloro che impiegano Excel per le attività quotidiane, il libro affronta in modo esaustivo l’uso delle funzioni, con una grande quantità di esempi pratici, utili per sfruttare la ricchissima collezione di funzioni di cui è dotata la nuova versione di Excel. Una preziosa risorsa per aiutare a trasformare i dati grezzi in informazioni utili, così da evidenziare punti di forza e
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AI for Health Equity and Fairness

Leveraging AI to Address Social Determinants of Health

Edited by Arash Shaban-Nejad, Martin Michalowski, Simone Bianco ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book aims to highlight the latest achievements in the use of AI for improving Health Equity and Fairness. The edited volume contains selected papers presented at the 2024 Health Intelligence workshop, co-located with the Thirty-Eight Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI) conference, and presents an overview of the issues, challenges, and potentials in the field, ... Read more

$224.09 USD

This book aims to highlight the latest achievements in the use of AI for improving Health Equity and Fairness. The edited volume contains selected papers presented at the 2024 Health Intelligence workshop, co-located with the Thirty-Eight Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI) conference, and presents an overview of the issues, challenges, and potentials in the field,
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R Data Mining

Implement data mining techniques through practical use cases and real-world datasets

by Andrea Cirillo, Enrico Pegoraro ...

Mine valuable insights from your data using popular tools and techniques in RKey FeaturesUnderstand the basics of data mining and why R is a perfect tool for it.Manipulate your data using popular R packages such as ggplot2, dplyr, and so on to gather valuable business insights from it.Apply effective data mining models to perform regression and classification tasks.Book DescriptionR is widely used ... Read more

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Mine valuable insights from your data using popular tools and techniques in RKey FeaturesUnderstand the basics of data mining and why R is a perfect tool for it.Manipulate your data using popular R packages such as ggplot2, dplyr, and so on to gather valuable business insights from it.Apply effective data mining models to perform regression and classification tasks.Book DescriptionR is widely used
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Current Problems in Experimental and Computational Engineering

Proceedings of the International Conference of Experimental and Numerical Investigations and New Technologies, CNNTech 2021

Edited by Nenad Mitrovic, Goran Mladenovic, Aleksandra Mitrovic ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
The book is a collection of high-quality peer-reviewed research papers presented at the International Conference of Experimental and Numerical Investigations and New Technologies (CNNTech2021) held at Zlatibor, Serbia, from June 29 to July 2, 2021. The book discusses a wide variety of industrial, engineering, and scientific applications of the engineering techniques. Researchers from academia and ... Read more

$152.09 USD

The book is a collection of high-quality peer-reviewed research papers presented at the International Conference of Experimental and Numerical Investigations and New Technologies (CNNTech2021) held at Zlatibor, Serbia, from June 29 to July 2, 2021. The book discusses a wide variety of industrial, engineering, and scientific applications of the engineering techniques. Researchers from academia and
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Fundamentals of Quantum Programming in IBM's Quantum Computers

by Weng-Long Chang, Athanasios V. Vasilakos ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This textbook introduces major topics that include quantum bits, superposition, entanglement, logic gates, quantum search algorithm, quantum Fourier transform, inverse quantum Fourier transform, Shor’s order-finding algorithm and phase estimation. Everyone can write algorithms and programs in the cloud making using IBM’s quantum computers that support IBM Q Experience which contains the composer, ... Read more

$62.99 USD

This textbook introduces major topics that include quantum bits, superposition, entanglement, logic gates, quantum search algorithm, quantum Fourier transform, inverse quantum Fourier transform, Shor’s order-finding algorithm and phase estimation. Everyone can write algorithms and programs in the cloud making using IBM’s quantum computers that support IBM Q Experience which contains the composer,
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Automated Software Testing

Foundations, Applications and Challenges

Edited by Ajay Kumar Jena, Himansu Das, Durga Prasad Mohapatra ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book covers both theory and applications in the automation of software testing tools and techniques for various types of software (e.g. object-oriented, aspect-oriented, and web-based software). When software fails, it is most often due to lack of proper and thorough testing, an aspect that is even more acute for object-oriented, aspect-oriented, and web-based software. Further, since it is ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book covers both theory and applications in the automation of software testing tools and techniques for various types of software (e.g. object-oriented, aspect-oriented, and web-based software). When software fails, it is most often due to lack of proper and thorough testing, an aspect that is even more acute for object-oriented, aspect-oriented, and web-based software. Further, since it is
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Microsoft Publisher for Beginners and Intermediates

by Fredrick Ezeh ...

The Microsoft Publisher (Ms-Publisher) application is one of the many applications in the Microsoft Office package. According to Wikipedia, Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing application from Microsoft, differing from Microsoft Word in that the emphasis is placed on page layout and design rather than text composition and proofing.Ms-Publisher is used in offices, businesses, schools, and ... Read more

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The Microsoft Publisher (Ms-Publisher) application is one of the many applications in the Microsoft Office package. According to Wikipedia, Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing application from Microsoft, differing from Microsoft Word in that the emphasis is placed on page layout and design rather than text composition and proofing.Ms-Publisher is used in offices, businesses, schools, and
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Future Communication Systems Using Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and Data Science

Edited by Inam Ullah, Inam Ullah Khan, Mariya Ouaissa, Mariyam Ouaissa, Salma El Hajjami ...

Future Communication Systems Using Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and Data Science mainly focuses on the techniques of artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) and data science for future communications systems.The goal of AI, IoT and data science for future communications systems is to create a venue for industry and academics to collaborate on the development of ... Read more

$77.99 USD

Future Communication Systems Using Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and Data Science mainly focuses on the techniques of artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) and data science for future communications systems.The goal of AI, IoT and data science for future communications systems is to create a venue for industry and academics to collaborate on the development of
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Information Systems and Technologies

WorldCIST 2022, Volume 2

Edited by Alvaro Rocha, Hojjat Adeli, Gintautas Dzemyda, Fernando Moreira ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book covers the following main topics: A) information and knowledge management; B) organizational models and information systems; C) software and systems modeling; D) software systems, architectures, applications and tools; E) multimedia systems and applications; F) computer networks, mobility and pervasive systems; G) intelligent and decision support systems; H) big data analytics and ... Read more

$287.09 USD

This book covers the following main topics: A) information and knowledge management; B) organizational models and information systems; C) software and systems modeling; D) software systems, architectures, applications and tools; E) multimedia systems and applications; F) computer networks, mobility and pervasive systems; G) intelligent and decision support systems; H) big data analytics and
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Hands-On Data Preprocessing in Python

Learn how to effectively prepare data for successful data analytics

by Roy Jafari ...

Get your raw data cleaned up and ready for processing to design better data analytic solutions Key Features • Develop the skills to perform data cleaning, data integration, data reduction, and data transformation • Make the most of your raw data with powerful data transformation and massaging techniques • Perform thorough data cleaning, including dealing with missing values and outliers Book ... Read more

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Get your raw data cleaned up and ready for processing to design better data analytic solutions Key Features • Develop the skills to perform data cleaning, data integration, data reduction, and data transformation • Make the most of your raw data with powerful data transformation and massaging techniques • Perform thorough data cleaning, including dealing with missing values and outliers Book
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Elasticsearch Server - Third Edition

Leverage Elasticsearch to create a robust, fast, and flexible search solution with ease

by Rafal Kuc, Marek Rogozinski ...

Leverage Elasticsearch to create a robust, fast, and flexible search solution with easeKey Features\[\*\] Boost the searching capabilities of your system through synonyms, multilingual data handling, nested objects and parent-child documents\[\*\] Deep dive into the world of data aggregation and data analysis with ElasticSearch\[\*\] Explore a wide range of ElasticSearch modules that define the ... Read more

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Leverage Elasticsearch to create a robust, fast, and flexible search solution with easeKey Features\[\*\] Boost the searching capabilities of your system through synonyms, multilingual data handling, nested objects and parent-child documents\[\*\] Deep dive into the world of data aggregation and data analysis with ElasticSearch\[\*\] Explore a wide range of ElasticSearch modules that define the
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Hands-On MySQL Administration

Managing MySQL on Premises and in the Cloud

by Arunjith Aravindan, Jeyaram Ayyalusamy ...

Geared to intermediate- to advanced-level DBAs and IT professionals looking to enhance their MySQL skills, this guide provides a comprehensive overview on how to manage and optimize MySQL databases. You'll learn how to create databases and implement backup and recovery, security configurations, high availability, scaling techniques, and performance tuning.Using practical techniques, tips, and real ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Geared to intermediate- to advanced-level DBAs and IT professionals looking to enhance their MySQL skills, this guide provides a comprehensive overview on how to manage and optimize MySQL databases. You'll learn how to create databases and implement backup and recovery, security configurations, high availability, scaling techniques, and performance tuning.Using practical techniques, tips, and real
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Advanced Information Networking and Applications

Proceedings of the 38th International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA-2024), Volume 1

Edited by Leonard Barolli ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Networks of today are going through a rapid evolution and there are many emerging areas of information networking and their applications. Heterogeneous networking supported by recent technological advances in low power wireless communications along with silicon integration of various functionalities such as sensing, communications, intelligence, and actuations are emerging as a critically ... Read more

$215.09 USD

Networks of today are going through a rapid evolution and there are many emerging areas of information networking and their applications. Heterogeneous networking supported by recent technological advances in low power wireless communications along with silicon integration of various functionalities such as sensing, communications, intelligence, and actuations are emerging as a critically
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Machine Learning and Deep Learning in Natural Language Processing

Edited by Anitha S. Pillai, Roberto Tedesco ...

Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a sub-field of Artificial Intelligence, linguistics, and computer science and is concerned with the generation, recognition, and understanding of human languages, both written and spoken. NLP systems examine the grammatical structure of sentences as well as the specific meanings of words, and then they utilize algorithms to extract meaning and produce results. ... Read more

$73.99 USD

Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a sub-field of Artificial Intelligence, linguistics, and computer science and is concerned with the generation, recognition, and understanding of human languages, both written and spoken. NLP systems examine the grammatical structure of sentences as well as the specific meanings of words, and then they utilize algorithms to extract meaning and produce results.
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Supply Chain Performance Evaluation

Application of Data Envelopment Analysis

by Farhad Hosseinzadeh Lotfi, Tofigh Allahviranloo, Morteza Shafiee, Hilda Saleh ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
The authors of this book tried to make these experiences available to those interested, considering the experience of several years of training, research, and implementation of projects in the supply chain performance evaluation field.This book intends to identify the current performance and competitive position of that supply chain compared to other supply chains by presenting and reviewing the ... Read more

$152.09 USD

The authors of this book tried to make these experiences available to those interested, considering the experience of several years of training, research, and implementation of projects in the supply chain performance evaluation field.This book intends to identify the current performance and competitive position of that supply chain compared to other supply chains by presenting and reviewing the
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Applications in Electronics Pervading Industry, Environment and Society

APPLEPIES 2023

Edited by Francesco Bellotti, Miltos D. Grammatikakis, Ali Mansour, Massimo Ruo Roch, Ralf Seepold, Agusti Solanas, Riccardo Berta ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book provides a thorough overview of cutting-edge research on electronics applications relevant to industry, the environment, and society at large. It covers a broad spectrum of application domains, from automotive to space and from health to security, while devoting special attention to the use of embedded devices and sensors for imaging, communication, and control. The book is based on the ... Read more

$215.09 USD

This book provides a thorough overview of cutting-edge research on electronics applications relevant to industry, the environment, and society at large. It covers a broad spectrum of application domains, from automotive to space and from health to security, while devoting special attention to the use of embedded devices and sensors for imaging, communication, and control. The book is based on the
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Maximizing Excel with ChatGPT

Unleashing the Power of AI for Data Management and Analysis

by Zeph Nwokeji ...

Unlock the true power of Excel with my ground-breaking eBook, "Maximizing Excel with ChatGPT: Unleashing the Potential of AI for Data Management and Analysis". Discover the limitless possibilities that arise from harnessing ChatGPT in Data Generation, Automating Tasks, Enhancing Data Analysis, and Enabling Data Visualization within Excel. Gain a competitive edge as you turbocharge your Excel ... Read more

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Unlock the true power of Excel with my ground-breaking eBook, "Maximizing Excel with ChatGPT: Unleashing the Potential of AI for Data Management and Analysis". Discover the limitless possibilities that arise from harnessing ChatGPT in Data Generation, Automating Tasks, Enhancing Data Analysis, and Enabling Data Visualization within Excel. Gain a competitive edge as you turbocharge your Excel
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Demystifying AI and ML for Cyber–Threat Intelligence

Edited by Ming Yang, Sachi Nandan Mohanty, Suneeta Satpathy, Shu Hu ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book simplifies complex AI and ML concepts, making them accessible to security analysts, IT professionals, researchers, and decision-makers. Cyber threats have become increasingly sophisticated in the ever-evolving digital landscape, making traditional security measures insufficient to combat modern attacks. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have emerged as transformative ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This book simplifies complex AI and ML concepts, making them accessible to security analysts, IT professionals, researchers, and decision-makers. Cyber threats have become increasingly sophisticated in the ever-evolving digital landscape, making traditional security measures insufficient to combat modern attacks. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have emerged as transformative
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Blockchain and Applications, 7th International Congress

Edited by Rafael Pastor-Vargas, Albano Carrera, Bálint Molnár, Óscar Lage, Javier Prieto, Antoine Nongaillard ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Congress on Blockchain and Applications 2025, BLOCKCHAIN’25, held at the University of Lille (France) from June 25 to 27, 2025. Among the scientific community, the advance in next-generation blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT) is seen as a promising combination that will transform the production and ... Read more

$197.09 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Congress on Blockchain and Applications 2025, BLOCKCHAIN’25, held at the University of Lille (France) from June 25 to 27, 2025. Among the scientific community, the advance in next-generation blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT) is seen as a promising combination that will transform the production and
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