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Quantum Inspired Computational Intelligence

Research and Applications

by Ujjwal Maulik, Paramartha Dutta, Siddhartha Bhattacharyya ...

Quantum Inspired Computational Intelligence: Research and Applications explores the latest quantum computational intelligence approaches, initiatives, and applications in computing, engineering, science, and business. The book explores this emerging field of research that applies principles of quantum mechanics to develop more efficient and robust intelligent systems. Conventional computational ... Read more

$89.99 USD

Quantum Inspired Computational Intelligence: Research and Applications explores the latest quantum computational intelligence approaches, initiatives, and applications in computing, engineering, science, and business. The book explores this emerging field of research that applies principles of quantum mechanics to develop more efficient and robust intelligent systems. Conventional computational
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Designing and Prototyping Interfaces with Figma

Learn essential UX/UI design principles by creating interactive prototypes for mobile, tablet, and desktop

by Fabio Staiano ...

Discover user experience and user interface design best practices while mastering a wide array of tools across Figma and FigJam with this full-color guideKey FeaturesLearn the basics of user experience research, result organization, and analysis in FigJamCreate mockups, interactive animations, and high-fidelity prototypes using this platform-independent web application toolCollaborate with a team ... Read more

$44.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover user experience and user interface design best practices while mastering a wide array of tools across Figma and FigJam with this full-color guideKey FeaturesLearn the basics of user experience research, result organization, and analysis in FigJamCreate mockups, interactive animations, and high-fidelity prototypes using this platform-independent web application toolCollaborate with a team
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UX for the Web

Build websites for user experience and usability

by Marli Ritter, Cara Winterbottom ...

Learn how UX and design thinking can make your site stand out from the rest of the internet.Key Features\[\*\]Learn everything you need to know about UX for your Web Design.\[\*\]Design B2B, B2C websites that stand out from the competitors with this guide\[\*\]Enhance your business by improving customer accessibility and retention.Book DescriptionIf you want to create web apps that are not only ... Read more

$34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how UX and design thinking can make your site stand out from the rest of the internet.Key Features\[\*\]Learn everything you need to know about UX for your Web Design.\[\*\]Design B2B, B2C websites that stand out from the competitors with this guide\[\*\]Enhance your business by improving customer accessibility and retention.Book DescriptionIf you want to create web apps that are not only
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Advances in Human Factors in Training, Education, and Learning Sciences

Proceedings of the AHFE 2020 Virtual Conference on Human Factors in Training, Education, and Learning Sciences, July 16-20, 2020, USA

Edited by Salman Nazir, Tareq Ahram, Waldemar Karwowski ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book addresses the importance of human factors in optimizing the learning and training process. It reports on the latest research and best practices, and discusses key principles of behavioral and cognitive science, which are extremely relevant to the design of instructional content and new technologies to support mobile and multimedia learning, virtual training and web-based learning, among ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book addresses the importance of human factors in optimizing the learning and training process. It reports on the latest research and best practices, and discusses key principles of behavioral and cognitive science, which are extremely relevant to the design of instructional content and new technologies to support mobile and multimedia learning, virtual training and web-based learning, among
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Enhancing Stochastic Petri Nets with Reconfigurability

Modeling, Analysis and Performance Evaluation

by Samir Tigane, Laid Kahloul, Abdelhamid Mellouk ...

Series series ISTE Invoiced
This book explores the world of reconfigurable stochastic Petri nets (RSPNs), a powerful method for modeling and verifying complex, dynamic and reconfigurable systems. As modern discrete-event systems become increasingly flexible, requiring structural adaptability at runtime, classical Petri nets are proving insufficient. This book presents innovative extensions to Petri nets, offering enhanced ... Read more

$136.00 USD

This book explores the world of reconfigurable stochastic Petri nets (RSPNs), a powerful method for modeling and verifying complex, dynamic and reconfigurable systems. As modern discrete-event systems become increasingly flexible, requiring structural adaptability at runtime, classical Petri nets are proving insufficient. This book presents innovative extensions to Petri nets, offering enhanced
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Human-Centered Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications

6th International Conference, MOBILE 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22–27, 2025, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by June Wei, George Margetis ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications, MOBILE 2025, held as part of the 27th International Conference, HCI International 2025, which was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025.The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings was carefully reviewed and ... Read more

$80.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Design, Operation and Evaluation of Mobile Communications, MOBILE 2025, held as part of the 27th International Conference, HCI International 2025, which was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025.The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings was carefully reviewed and
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Modern X86 Assembly Language Programming

Covers X86 64-bit, AVX, AVX2, and AVX-512

by Daniel Kusswurm ...

Series Book 512 - Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This book is an instructional text that will teach you how to code x86-64 assembly language functions. It also explains how you can exploit the SIMD capabilities of an x86-64 processor using x86-64 assembly language and the AVX, AVX2, and AVX-512 instruction sets.This updated edition’s content and organization are designed to help you quickly understand x86-64 assembly language programming and the ... Read more

$62.99 USD

This book is an instructional text that will teach you how to code x86-64 assembly language functions. It also explains how you can exploit the SIMD capabilities of an x86-64 processor using x86-64 assembly language and the AVX, AVX2, and AVX-512 instruction sets.This updated edition’s content and organization are designed to help you quickly understand x86-64 assembly language programming and the
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RGB-D Image Analysis and Processing

Edited by Paul L. Rosin, Yu-Kun Lai, Ling Shao, Yonghuai Liu ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book focuses on the fundamentals and recent advances in RGB-D imaging as well as covering a range of RGB-D applications. The topics covered include: data acquisition, data quality assessment, filling holes, 3D reconstruction, SLAM, multiple depth camera systems, segmentation, object detection, salience detection, pose estimation, geometric modelling, fall detection, autonomous driving, motor ... Read more

$215.99 USD

This book focuses on the fundamentals and recent advances in RGB-D imaging as well as covering a range of RGB-D applications. The topics covered include: data acquisition, data quality assessment, filling holes, 3D reconstruction, SLAM, multiple depth camera systems, segmentation, object detection, salience detection, pose estimation, geometric modelling, fall detection, autonomous driving, motor
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Assistive Technology Design for Intelligence Augmentation

by Stefan Carmien ...

Series series Synthesis Lectures on Assistive, Rehabilitative, and Health-Preserving Technologies
Assistive Technology Design for Intelligence Augmentation presents a series of frameworks, perspectives, and design guidelines drawn from disciplines spanning urban design, artificial intelligence, sociology, and new forms of collaborative work, as well as the author's experience in designing systems for people with cognitive disabilities. Many of the topics explored came from the author's ... Read more

$44.99 USD

Assistive Technology Design for Intelligence Augmentation presents a series of frameworks, perspectives, and design guidelines drawn from disciplines spanning urban design, artificial intelligence, sociology, and new forms of collaborative work, as well as the author's experience in designing systems for people with cognitive disabilities. Many of the topics explored came from the author's
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Practical JSF in Java EE 8

Web Applications in Java for the Enterprise

by Michael Müller ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Master the Java EE 8 and JSF (JavaServer Faces) APIs and web framework with this practical, projects-driven guide to web development. This book combines theoretical background with a practical approach by building four real-world applications. By developing these JSF web applications, you'll take a tour through the other Java EE technologies such as JPA, CDI, Security, WebSockets, and more.In ... Read more

$53.99 USD

Master the Java EE 8 and JSF (JavaServer Faces) APIs and web framework with this practical, projects-driven guide to web development. This book combines theoretical background with a practical approach by building four real-world applications. By developing these JSF web applications, you'll take a tour through the other Java EE technologies such as JPA, CDI, Security, WebSockets, and more.In
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Mechatronics for Cultural Heritage and Civil Engineering

Edited by Erika Ottaviano, Assunta Pelliccio, Vincenzo Gattulli ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents recent advances in mechatronic and integrated monitoring and management systems with applications to architectural, archaeology survey, construction management and civil engineering. It consists of 16 chapters authored by recognized experts in a variety of fields including dynamics, signal processing, inverse modeling, robotics and automation, in particular, here applied to ... Read more

$107.99 USD

This book presents recent advances in mechatronic and integrated monitoring and management systems with applications to architectural, archaeology survey, construction management and civil engineering. It consists of 16 chapters authored by recognized experts in a variety of fields including dynamics, signal processing, inverse modeling, robotics and automation, in particular, here applied to
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Advances in Human Factors in Communication of Design

Proceedings of the AHFE 2018 International Conference on Human Factors in Communication of Design, July 21-25, 2018, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida, USA

Edited by Amic G. Ho ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book focuses on the emerging role of human factors in understanding, communicating with and engaging users. It reports on innovative approaches, highlighting visuals cues, such as new typographies, geometries and graphics for mobile and computer interfaces. The book also covers image and video processing, user-focused data compression, generative visuals, computational photography, and ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book focuses on the emerging role of human factors in understanding, communicating with and engaging users. It reports on innovative approaches, highlighting visuals cues, such as new typographies, geometries and graphics for mobile and computer interfaces. The book also covers image and video processing, user-focused data compression, generative visuals, computational photography, and
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Character Computing

Edited by Alia El Bolock, Yomna Abdelrahman, Slim Abdennadher ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
The book gives an introduction into the theory and practice of the transdisciplinary field of Character Computing, introduced by Alia El Bolock.The latest scientific findings indicate that “One size DOES NOT fit all” in terms of how to design interactive systems and predict behavior to tailor the interaction experience. Emotions are one of the essential factors that influence people’s daily ... Read more

$152.99 USD

The book gives an introduction into the theory and practice of the transdisciplinary field of Character Computing, introduced by Alia El Bolock.The latest scientific findings indicate that “One size DOES NOT fit all” in terms of how to design interactive systems and predict behavior to tailor the interaction experience. Emotions are one of the essential factors that influence people’s daily
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Computer Science – CACIC 2018

24th Argentine Congress, Tandil, Argentina, October 8–12, 2018, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Patricia Pesado, Claudio Aciti ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes revised selected papers from the 24th Argentine Congress on Computer Science, CACIC 2018, held in Tandil, Argentina, in October 2018.The 26 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 155 submissions. They were organized in topical sections named: Agents and Systems; Distributed and Parallel Processing; Technology Applied to Education; ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes revised selected papers from the 24th Argentine Congress on Computer Science, CACIC 2018, held in Tandil, Argentina, in October 2018.The 26 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 155 submissions. They were organized in topical sections named: Agents and Systems; Distributed and Parallel Processing; Technology Applied to Education;
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Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021)

Volume I: Systems and Macroergonomics

Edited by Nancy L. Black, W. Patrick Neumann, Ian Noy ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents the proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021), held online on June 13-18, 2021. By highlighting the latest theories and models, as well as cutting-edge technologies and applications, and by combining findings from a range of disciplines including engineering, design, robotics, healthcare, management, computer science, human biology ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book presents the proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021), held online on June 13-18, 2021. By highlighting the latest theories and models, as well as cutting-edge technologies and applications, and by combining findings from a range of disciplines including engineering, design, robotics, healthcare, management, computer science, human biology
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High Performance Computing

ISC High Performance 2017 International Workshops, DRBSD, ExaComm, HCPM, HPC-IODC, IWOPH, IXPUG, P^3MA, VHPC, Visualization at Scale, WOPSSS, Frankfurt, Germany, June 18-22, 2017, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Julian M. Kunkel, Rio Yokota, Michela Taufer, John Shalf ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes revised selected papers from 10 workshops that were held as the ISC High Performance 2017 conference in Frankfurt, Germany, in June 2017.The 59 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in this book. They stem from the following workshops:Workshop on Virtualization in High-Performance Cloud Computing (VHPC)Visualization at Scale: ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes revised selected papers from 10 workshops that were held as the ISC High Performance 2017 conference in Frankfurt, Germany, in June 2017.The 59 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in this book. They stem from the following workshops:Workshop on Virtualization in High-Performance Cloud Computing (VHPC)Visualization at Scale:
... Read more
Toward Robots That Reason: Logic, Probability & Causal Laws

by Vaishak Belle ...

Series series eBColl Synthesis Collection 12
This book discusses the two fundamental elements that underline the science and design of artificial intelligence (AI) systems: the learning and acquisition of knowledge from observational data, and the reasoning of that knowledge together with whatever information is available about the application at hand. It then presents a mathematical treatment of the core issues that arise when unifying ... Read more

$40.99 USD

This book discusses the two fundamental elements that underline the science and design of artificial intelligence (AI) systems: the learning and acquisition of knowledge from observational data, and the reasoning of that knowledge together with whatever information is available about the application at hand. It then presents a mathematical treatment of the core issues that arise when unifying
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Location-Based Mobile Games

Design Perspectives

by Davide Spallazzo, Ilaria Mariani ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book approaches Location Based Mobile Games from a design perspective, investigating the peculiar traits that make them compelling contemporary practices and challenging fields of investigation. Relying on an interdisciplinary theoretical background and empirical studies, it delves into LBMGs’ intertwining theoretical assumptions and describes their translation into practice. The authors ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book approaches Location Based Mobile Games from a design perspective, investigating the peculiar traits that make them compelling contemporary practices and challenging fields of investigation. Relying on an interdisciplinary theoretical background and empirical studies, it delves into LBMGs’ intertwining theoretical assumptions and describes their translation into practice. The authors
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The Rise of A.I.

by Brittany Wells ...

The Rise of A.I. explores the many possibilities that can happen once A.I., also known as Artificial Intelligence, develops even further, perhaps even to the extinction of the human race. Today, there is a lot of news concerning artificial intelligence. Technology has been continuously evolving, and so do the AI's. Where do you stand on this matter? How is AI going to affect you?The truth is that ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Rise of A.I. explores the many possibilities that can happen once A.I., also known as Artificial Intelligence, develops even further, perhaps even to the extinction of the human race. Today, there is a lot of news concerning artificial intelligence. Technology has been continuously evolving, and so do the AI's. Where do you stand on this matter? How is AI going to affect you?The truth is that
... Read more
Expert T-SQL Window Functions in SQL Server 2019

The Hidden Secret to Fast Analytic and Reporting Queries

by Kathi Kellenberger, Clayton Groom, Ed Pollack ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Become an expert who can use window functions to solve T-SQL query problems. Replace slow cursors and self-joins with queries that are easy to write and perform better. This new edition provides expanded examples, including a chapter from the world of sports, and covers the latest performance enhancements through SQL Server 2019.Window functions are useful in analytics and business intelligence ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Become an expert who can use window functions to solve T-SQL query problems. Replace slow cursors and self-joins with queries that are easy to write and perform better. This new edition provides expanded examples, including a chapter from the world of sports, and covers the latest performance enhancements through SQL Server 2019.Window functions are useful in analytics and business intelligence
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Ideengenerierung mit KI

Anwendungsfälle als Treiber für Innovation

by Christian Czarnecki, Eldar Sultanow, Sebastian Sebrak, Norbert Gronau, Malte Teichmann, Georg David Ritterbusch, Sarah Victoria Mohr, Matthias Aumann, Marcin Czaban, Stefan Wengler ...

Series series Computer Science and Engineering (German Language)
Generative KI eröffnet neue Möglichkeiten – doch viele Unternehmen fragen sich: Wie findet man die richtige Idee und setzt sie erfolgreich um?Dieses Buch zeigt eine praxisbewährte Methode, mit der aus Herausforderungen konkrete GenAI-Lösungen entstehen. Die GenAI-Matrix macht den Weg von bestehenden Erfolgsbeispielen zu eigenen Anwendungen nachvollziehbar.Schritt für Schritt führt das Werk von der ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Generative KI eröffnet neue Möglichkeiten – doch viele Unternehmen fragen sich: Wie findet man die richtige Idee und setzt sie erfolgreich um?Dieses Buch zeigt eine praxisbewährte Methode, mit der aus Herausforderungen konkrete GenAI-Lösungen entstehen. Die GenAI-Matrix macht den Weg von bestehenden Erfolgsbeispielen zu eigenen Anwendungen nachvollziehbar.Schritt für Schritt führt das Werk von der
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Introduction to Python for Science and Engineering

by David J. Pine ...

Series series Series in Computational Biophysics
Introduction to Python for Science and Engineering offers a quick and incisive introduction to the Python programming language for use in any science or engineering discipline. The approach is pedagogical and “bottom up,” which means starting with examples and extracting more general principles from that experience. No prior programming experience is assumed.Readers will learn the basics of Python ... Read more

$73.99 USD

Introduction to Python for Science and Engineering offers a quick and incisive introduction to the Python programming language for use in any science or engineering discipline. The approach is pedagogical and “bottom up,” which means starting with examples and extracting more general principles from that experience. No prior programming experience is assumed.Readers will learn the basics of Python
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User Experience

by Alessandro Stella ...

Di cosa parla questo libro?Questo libro parla della user experience come se ne parlerebbe in un corso universitario, ossia facendo riferimento agli studi scientifici e ai relativi ricercatori. Si è ritenuto di utilizzare un tale approccio perché la user experience è ancora un oggetto misterioso, qualcosa da confondere volentieri con l'usabilità o con il design. Ma è sufficiente collegare il ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Di cosa parla questo libro?Questo libro parla della user experience come se ne parlerebbe in un corso universitario, ossia facendo riferimento agli studi scientifici e ai relativi ricercatori. Si è ritenuto di utilizzare un tale approccio perché la user experience è ancora un oggetto misterioso, qualcosa da confondere volentieri con l'usabilità o con il design. Ma è sufficiente collegare il
... Read more
Open Source Software for Digital Forensics

Edited by Ewa Huebner, Stefano Zanero ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
Open Source Software for Digital Forensics is the first book dedicated to the use of FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source Software) in computer forensics. It presents the motivations for using FLOSS applications as tools for collection, preservation and analysis of digital evidence in computer and network forensics. It also covers extensively several forensic FLOSS tools, their origins and evolution.Open ... Read more

$143.99 USD

Open Source Software for Digital Forensics is the first book dedicated to the use of FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source Software) in computer forensics. It presents the motivations for using FLOSS applications as tools for collection, preservation and analysis of digital evidence in computer and network forensics. It also covers extensively several forensic FLOSS tools, their origins and evolution.Open
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