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Snowflake Data Engineering

by Maja Ferle ...

A practical introduction to data engineering on the powerful Snowflake cloud data platform.Data engineers create the pipelines that ingest raw data, transform it, and funnel it to the analysts and professionals who need it. The Snowflake cloud data platform provides a suite of productivity-focused tools and features that simplify building and maintaining data pipelines. In Snowflake Data ... Read more

$49.99 USD

A practical introduction to data engineering on the powerful Snowflake cloud data platform.Data engineers create the pipelines that ingest raw data, transform it, and funnel it to the analysts and professionals who need it. The Snowflake cloud data platform provides a suite of productivity-focused tools and features that simplify building and maintaining data pipelines. In Snowflake Data
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Writing for Developers

Blogs that get read

by Piotr Sarna, Cynthia Dunlop ...

Pragmatic methods for writing blogs, articles, and other technical pieces that stand out from the crowd!Do you want to connect with your community, share your state-of-the-art achievements, and help your peers benefit from your hard-fought lessons learned? Do you want to get the kind of attention that expands your career? Master the art of writing engineering blog posts and articles! This ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Pragmatic methods for writing blogs, articles, and other technical pieces that stand out from the crowd!Do you want to connect with your community, share your state-of-the-art achievements, and help your peers benefit from your hard-fought lessons learned? Do you want to get the kind of attention that expands your career? Master the art of writing engineering blog posts and articles! This
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Getting Started with Couchbase Server

Extreme Scalability at Your Fingertips

by MC Brown ...

Do you know what to do if your web application goes viral and usage suddenly explodes? This concise guide introduces you to Couchbase Server, an extremely fast NoSQL database that automatically distributes data across a cluster of commodity servers or virtual machines. You’ll learn hands-on how to build a Couchbase cluster without changing your application, and how to expand your database on the ... Read more

$13.09 USD

Do you know what to do if your web application goes viral and usage suddenly explodes? This concise guide introduces you to Couchbase Server, an extremely fast NoSQL database that automatically distributes data across a cluster of commodity servers or virtual machines. You’ll learn hands-on how to build a Couchbase cluster without changing your application, and how to expand your database on the
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Supercharge Excel

When you learn to Write DAX for Power Pivot

by Matt Allington ...

Data analysis expressions (DAX) is the formula language of Power Pivot. Learning the DAX language is key to empower Excel users so they can take advantage of these new Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. This volume clearly explains the concepts of Power Pivot while at the same time offering hands-on practice to engage the reader and help new knowledge stick. This second edition has been ... Read more

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Data analysis expressions (DAX) is the formula language of Power Pivot. Learning the DAX language is key to empower Excel users so they can take advantage of these new Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. This volume clearly explains the concepts of Power Pivot while at the same time offering hands-on practice to engage the reader and help new knowledge stick. This second edition has been
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Rapid Contextual Design

A How-to Guide to Key Techniques for User-Centered Design

by Karen Holtzblatt, Jessamyn Burns Wendell, Shelley Wood ...

Series series Interactive Technologies
Is it impossible to schedule enough time to include users in your design process? Is it difficult to incorporate elaborate user-centered design techniques into your own standard design practices? Do the resources needed seem overwhelming? This handbook introduces Rapid CD, a fast-paced, adaptive form of Contextual Design. Rapid CD is a hands-on guide for anyone who needs practical guidance on how ... Read more

$51.29 USD

Is it impossible to schedule enough time to include users in your design process? Is it difficult to incorporate elaborate user-centered design techniques into your own standard design practices? Do the resources needed seem overwhelming? This handbook introduces Rapid CD, a fast-paced, adaptive form of Contextual Design. Rapid CD is a hands-on guide for anyone who needs practical guidance on how
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Building Recommendation Systems in Python and JAX

Hands-On Production Systems at Scale

by Bryan Bischof Ph.D, Hector Yee ...

Implementing and designing systems that make suggestions to users are among the most popular and essential machine learning applications available. Whether you want customers to find the most appealing items at your online store, videos to enrich and entertain them, or news they need to know, recommendation systems (RecSys) provide the way.In this practical book, authors Bryan Bischof and Hector ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Implementing and designing systems that make suggestions to users are among the most popular and essential machine learning applications available. Whether you want customers to find the most appealing items at your online store, videos to enrich and entertain them, or news they need to know, recommendation systems (RecSys) provide the way.In this practical book, authors Bryan Bischof and Hector
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Advanced Splunk

Master the art of getting the maximum out of your machine data using Splunk

by Ashish Kumar Tulsiram Yadav ...

Master the art of getting the maximum out of your machine data using SplunkKey Features\[\*\] A practical and comprehensive guide to the advanced functions of Splunk,, including the new features of Splunk 6.3\[\*\] Develop and manage your own Splunk apps for greater insight from your machine data\[\*\] Full coverage of high-level Splunk techniques including advanced searches, manipulations, and ... Read more

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the art of getting the maximum out of your machine data using SplunkKey Features\[\*\] A practical and comprehensive guide to the advanced functions of Splunk,, including the new features of Splunk 6.3\[\*\] Develop and manage your own Splunk apps for greater insight from your machine data\[\*\] Full coverage of high-level Splunk techniques including advanced searches, manipulations, and
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Bayesian Networks in R

with Applications in Systems Biology

by Radhakrishnan Nagarajan, Marco Scutari, Sophie Lèbre ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
Bayesian Networks in R with Applications in Systems Biology is unique as it introduces the reader to the essential concepts in Bayesian network modeling and inference in conjunction with examples in the open-source statistical environment R. The level of sophistication is also gradually increased across the chapters with exercises and solutions for enhanced understanding for hands-on ... Read more

$89.09 USD

Bayesian Networks in R with Applications in Systems Biology is unique as it introduces the reader to the essential concepts in Bayesian network modeling and inference in conjunction with examples in the open-source statistical environment R. The level of sophistication is also gradually increased across the chapters with exercises and solutions for enhanced understanding for hands-on
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COBOL Language Fundamentals Quick Start

by Robert Wingate ...

This book will teach you the basic information and skills you need to develop applications with the COBOL programming language on IBM mainframe computers running z/OS. The instruction, examples and sample programs in this book are a fast track to becoming productive with COBOL as quickly as possible. The content of this book is easy to read and digest, well organized and focused on honing real job ... Read more

$5.99 USD

This book will teach you the basic information and skills you need to develop applications with the COBOL programming language on IBM mainframe computers running z/OS. The instruction, examples and sample programs in this book are a fast track to becoming productive with COBOL as quickly as possible. The content of this book is easy to read and digest, well organized and focused on honing real job
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Hands-On SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services

Design and query tabular and multi-dimensional models using Microsoft's SQL Server Analysis Services

by Steven Hughes ...

Get up to speed with the new features added to Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services and create models to support your businessKey FeaturesExplore tips and tricks to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data analytics solutions using Microsoft's technologiesLearn tabular modeling and multi-dimensional cube design development using real-world examplesImplement Analysis Services to help ... Read more

$36.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get up to speed with the new features added to Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services and create models to support your businessKey FeaturesExplore tips and tricks to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data analytics solutions using Microsoft's technologiesLearn tabular modeling and multi-dimensional cube design development using real-world examplesImplement Analysis Services to help
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Learn PHP 8

Using MySQL, JavaScript, CSS3, and HTML5

by Steve Prettyman ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Write solid, secure, object-oriented code in the new PHP 8. In this book you will create a complete three-tier application using a natural process of building and testing modules within each tier. This practical approach teaches you about app development and introduces PHP features when they are actually needed rather than providing you with abstract theory and contrived examples.In Learn PHP 8, ... Read more

$40.49 USD

Write solid, secure, object-oriented code in the new PHP 8. In this book you will create a complete three-tier application using a natural process of building and testing modules within each tier. This practical approach teaches you about app development and introduces PHP features when they are actually needed rather than providing you with abstract theory and contrived examples.In Learn PHP 8,
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Pro .NET Memory Management

For Better Code, Performance, and Scalability

by Konrad Kokosa ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Understand .NET memory management internal workings, pitfalls, and techniques in order to effectively avoid a wide range of performance and scalability problems in your software. Despite automatic memory management in .NET, there are many advantages to be found in understanding how .NET memory works and how you can best write software that interacts with it efficiently and effectively. Pro .NET ... Read more

$80.99 USD

Understand .NET memory management internal workings, pitfalls, and techniques in order to effectively avoid a wide range of performance and scalability problems in your software. Despite automatic memory management in .NET, there are many advantages to be found in understanding how .NET memory works and how you can best write software that interacts with it efficiently and effectively. Pro .NET
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VMware Workstation - No Experience Necessary

by Sander van Vugt ...

This book is a practical, step-by-step guide to creating and managing virtual machines using VMware Workstation. VMware Workstation: No Experience Necessary is for developers as well as system administrators who want to efficiently set up a test environment .You should have basic networking knowledge, and prior experience with Virtual Machines and VMware Player would be beneficial. ... Read more

$18.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book is a practical, step-by-step guide to creating and managing virtual machines using VMware Workstation. VMware Workstation: No Experience Necessary is for developers as well as system administrators who want to efficiently set up a test environment .You should have basic networking knowledge, and prior experience with Virtual Machines and VMware Player would be beneficial.
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Augmented Human

How Technology Is Shaping the New Reality

by Helen Papagiannis ...

Augmented Reality (AR) blurs the boundary between the physical and digital worlds. In AR’s current exploration phase, innovators are beginning to create compelling and contextually rich applications that enhance a user’s everyday experiences. In this book, Dr. Helen Papagiannis—a world-leading expert in the field—introduces you to AR: how it’s evolving, where the opportunities are, and where it’s ... Read more

$24.49 USD

Augmented Reality (AR) blurs the boundary between the physical and digital worlds. In AR’s current exploration phase, innovators are beginning to create compelling and contextually rich applications that enhance a user’s everyday experiences. In this book, Dr. Helen Papagiannis—a world-leading expert in the field—introduces you to AR: how it’s evolving, where the opportunities are, and where it’s
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Beginning Rust

Get Started with Rust 2021 Edition

by Carlo Milanesi ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn to program with Rust 2021 Edition, in an easy, step-by-step manner on Unix, the Linux shell, macOS, and the Windows command line. As you read this book, you’ll build on the knowledge you gained in previous chapters and see what Rust has to offer.Beginning Rust starts with the basics of Rust, including how to name objects, control execution flow, and handle primitive types. You’ll see how to ... Read more

$58.49 USD

Learn to program with Rust 2021 Edition, in an easy, step-by-step manner on Unix, the Linux shell, macOS, and the Windows command line. As you read this book, you’ll build on the knowledge you gained in previous chapters and see what Rust has to offer.Beginning Rust starts with the basics of Rust, including how to name objects, control execution flow, and handle primitive types. You’ll see how to
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Data Fluency

Empowering Your Organization with Effective Data Communication

by Zach Gemignani, Chris Gemignani, Richard Galentino, Patrick Schuermann ...

A dream come true for those looking to improve their data fluencyAnalytical data is a powerful tool for growing companies, but what good is it if it hides in the shadows? Bring your data to the forefront with effective visualization and communication approaches, and let Data Fluency: Empowering Your Organization with Effective Communication show you the best tools and strategies for getting the ... Read more

$25.00 USD

A dream come true for those looking to improve their data fluencyAnalytical data is a powerful tool for growing companies, but what good is it if it hides in the shadows? Bring your data to the forefront with effective visualization and communication approaches, and let Data Fluency: Empowering Your Organization with Effective Communication show you the best tools and strategies for getting the
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Curso de Introducción a la Administración de Bases de Datos

by Miguel Ángel Benítez, Ángel Arias ...

El buen uso de las bases de datos es fundamental para las buenas prácticas en la programación actual. Una base de datos optimizada, con sus backups automatizados, con el uso de triggers, etc... es lo que dará finalmente agilidad al desarrollador de aplicaciones con bases de datos y al rendimiento de las propias aplicaciones que trabajan con bases de datos.Debido al aumento exponencial de las ... Read more

$6.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

El buen uso de las bases de datos es fundamental para las buenas prácticas en la programación actual. Una base de datos optimizada, con sus backups automatizados, con el uso de triggers, etc... es lo que dará finalmente agilidad al desarrollador de aplicaciones con bases de datos y al rendimiento de las propias aplicaciones que trabajan con bases de datos.Debido al aumento exponencial de las
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Data Structures and Algorithms with JavaScript

Bringing classic computing approaches to the Web

by Michael McMillan ...

As an experienced JavaScript developer moving to server-side programming, you need to implement classic data structures and algorithms associated with conventional object-oriented languages like C# and Java. This practical guide shows you how to work hands-on with a variety of storage mechanisms—including linked lists, stacks, queues, and graphs—within the constraints of the JavaScript environment ... Read more

$24.49 USD

As an experienced JavaScript developer moving to server-side programming, you need to implement classic data structures and algorithms associated with conventional object-oriented languages like C# and Java. This practical guide shows you how to work hands-on with a variety of storage mechanisms—including linked lists, stacks, queues, and graphs—within the constraints of the JavaScript environment
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3D Graphics Rendering Cookbook

A comprehensive guide to exploring rendering algorithms in modern OpenGL and Vulkan

by Sergey Kosarevsky, Viktor Latypov ...

Build a 3D rendering engine from scratch while solving problems in a step-by-step way with the help of useful recipesKey FeaturesLearn to integrate modern rendering techniques into a single performant 3D rendering engineLeverage Vulkan to render 3D content, use AZDO in OpenGL applications, and understand modern real-time rendering methodsImplement a physically based rendering pipeline from scratch ... Read more

$39.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build a 3D rendering engine from scratch while solving problems in a step-by-step way with the help of useful recipesKey FeaturesLearn to integrate modern rendering techniques into a single performant 3D rendering engineLeverage Vulkan to render 3D content, use AZDO in OpenGL applications, and understand modern real-time rendering methodsImplement a physically based rendering pipeline from scratch
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The Definitive Guide to Modern Java Clients with JavaFX

Cross-Platform Mobile and Cloud Development Updated for JavaFX 21 and 23

by Stephen Chin, Johan Vos, James Weaver, Gail Anderson, Paul Anderson, Bruno Borges, Anton Epple, Weiqi Gao, Jonathan Giles, José Pereda, Sven Reimers, Eugene Ryzhikov, William Antônio Siqueira ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Build enhanced visual experiences and design and deploy modern, easy-to-maintain, client applications across a variety of platforms. This book will show you how these applications can take advantage of JavaFX’s latest user interface components, 3D technology, and cloud services to create immersive visualizations and allow high-value data manipulation. This book is a professional reference for ... Read more

$67.49 USD

Build enhanced visual experiences and design and deploy modern, easy-to-maintain, client applications across a variety of platforms. This book will show you how these applications can take advantage of JavaFX’s latest user interface components, 3D technology, and cloud services to create immersive visualizations and allow high-value data manipulation. This book is a professional reference for
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Getting Structured Data from the Internet

Running Web Crawlers/Scrapers on a Big Data Production Scale

by Jay M. Patel ...

Series series Business and Management (R0)
Utilize web scraping at scale to quickly get unlimited amounts of free data available on the web into a structured format. This book teaches you to use Python scripts to crawl through websites at scale and scrape data from HTML and JavaScript-enabled pages and convert it into structured data formats such as CSV, Excel, JSON, or load it into a SQL database of your choice.This book goes beyond the ... Read more

$53.99 USD

Utilize web scraping at scale to quickly get unlimited amounts of free data available on the web into a structured format. This book teaches you to use Python scripts to crawl through websites at scale and scrape data from HTML and JavaScript-enabled pages and convert it into structured data formats such as CSV, Excel, JSON, or load it into a SQL database of your choice.This book goes beyond the
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The BPMN Graphic Handbook

by Esteban Herrera ...

- Do you want to know the purpose of all the diagrams and elements of BPMN in an easy way?- Do you want a quick reference to the most useful parts of BPMN?- Are you tired of reading books full of boring text (and in small font)?The BPMN Graphic Handbook is the solution to these problems.This book describes all the major BPMN diagram types, what they're used for, and the basic notation involved in ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

- Do you want to know the purpose of all the diagrams and elements of BPMN in an easy way?- Do you want a quick reference to the most useful parts of BPMN?- Are you tired of reading books full of boring text (and in small font)?The BPMN Graphic Handbook is the solution to these problems.This book describes all the major BPMN diagram types, what they're used for, and the basic notation involved in
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Foundation Models for Natural Language Processing

Pre-trained Language Models Integrating Media

by Gerhard Paaß, Sven Giesselbach ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This open access book provides a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in research and applications of Foundation Models and is intended for readers familiar with basic Natural Language Processing (NLP) concepts.Over the recent years, a revolutionary new paradigm has been developed for training models for NLP. These models are first pre-trained on large collections of text documents to ... Read more

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This open access book provides a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in research and applications of Foundation Models and is intended for readers familiar with basic Natural Language Processing (NLP) concepts.Over the recent years, a revolutionary new paradigm has been developed for training models for NLP. These models are first pre-trained on large collections of text documents to
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Learn FileMaker Pro 16

The Comprehensive Guide to Building Custom Databases

by Mark Conway Munro ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Extend FileMaker's built-in functionality and totally customize your data management environment with specialized functions and menus to super-charge the results and create a truly unique and focused experience. This book includes everything a beginner needs to get started building databases with FileMaker and contains advanced tips and techniques that the most seasoned professionals will ... Read more

$67.99 USD

Extend FileMaker's built-in functionality and totally customize your data management environment with specialized functions and menus to super-charge the results and create a truly unique and focused experience. This book includes everything a beginner needs to get started building databases with FileMaker and contains advanced tips and techniques that the most seasoned professionals will
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