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The Data Hero Playbook

Developing Your Data Leadership Superpowers

by Malcolm Hawker ...

For thirty years, “best practices” in data have delivered bigger platforms, thicker slide decks, and disappointing outcomes. The problem isn’t technology. It’s mindset.The Data Hero Playbook reveals how limiting beliefs—learned helplessness, all-or-nothing thinking, externalized blame—have kept data from becoming truly transformational. The cure is a growth mindset, put into action through ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

For thirty years, “best practices” in data have delivered bigger platforms, thicker slide decks, and disappointing outcomes. The problem isn’t technology. It’s mindset.The Data Hero Playbook reveals how limiting beliefs—learned helplessness, all-or-nothing thinking, externalized blame—have kept data from becoming truly transformational. The cure is a growth mindset, put into action through
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Executing Data Quality Projects

Ten Steps to Quality Data and Trusted Information (TM)

by Danette McGilvray ...

Executing Data Quality Projects, Second Edition presents a structured yet flexible approach for creating, improving, sustaining and managing the quality of data and information within any organization. Studies show that data quality problems are costing businesses billions of dollars each year, with poor data linked to waste and inefficiency, damaged credibility among customers and suppliers, and ... Read more

$71.19 CAD

Executing Data Quality Projects, Second Edition presents a structured yet flexible approach for creating, improving, sustaining and managing the quality of data and information within any organization. Studies show that data quality problems are costing businesses billions of dollars each year, with poor data linked to waste and inefficiency, damaged credibility among customers and suppliers, and
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TinyML

Machine Learning with TensorFlow Lite on Arduino and Ultra-Low-Power Microcontrollers

by Pete Warden, Daniel Situnayake ...

Deep learning networks are getting smaller. Much smaller. The Google Assistant team can detect words with a model just 14 kilobytes in size—small enough to run on a microcontroller. With this practical book you’ll enter the field of TinyML, where deep learning and embedded systems combine to make astounding things possible with tiny devices.Pete Warden and Daniel Situnayake explain how you can ... Read more

$45.59 CAD

Deep learning networks are getting smaller. Much smaller. The Google Assistant team can detect words with a model just 14 kilobytes in size—small enough to run on a microcontroller. With this practical book you’ll enter the field of TinyML, where deep learning and embedded systems combine to make astounding things possible with tiny devices.Pete Warden and Daniel Situnayake explain how you can
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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

$14.39 CAD

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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The Little Book of Data

Understanding the Powerful Analytics that Fuel AI, Make or Break Careers, and Could Just End Up Saving the World

by Justin Evans ...

Data is not about number crunching. It’s about ideas. And when used properly (read: ethically), it is the problem solver of our time.Yet many savvy people seem to be in data denial: they don’t think they need to understand data, or it’s too complicated, or worse, using it is somehow unethical. Yet as data and AI (just an accelerated way to put data to work) move to the center of professional and ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

Data is not about number crunching. It’s about ideas. And when used properly (read: ethically), it is the problem solver of our time.Yet many savvy people seem to be in data denial: they don’t think they need to understand data, or it’s too complicated, or worse, using it is somehow unethical. Yet as data and AI (just an accelerated way to put data to work) move to the center of professional and
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SQL Tuning

Generating Optimal Execution Plans

by Dan Tow ...

A poorly performing database application not only costs users time, but also has an impact on other applications running on the same computer or the same network. SQL Tuning provides an essential next step for SQL developers and database administrators who want to extend their SQL tuning expertise and get the most from their database applications.There are two basic issues to focus on when tuning ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

A poorly performing database application not only costs users time, but also has an impact on other applications running on the same computer or the same network. SQL Tuning provides an essential next step for SQL developers and database administrators who want to extend their SQL tuning expertise and get the most from their database applications.There are two basic issues to focus on when tuning
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Business Intelligence Strategy and Big Data Analytics

A General Management Perspective

by Steve Williams ...

Business Intelligence Strategy and Big Data Analytics is written for business leaders, managers, and analysts - people who are involved with advancing the use of BI at their companies or who need to better understand what BI is and how it can be used to improve profitability. It is written from a general management perspective, and it draws on observations at 12 companies whose annual revenues ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

Business Intelligence Strategy and Big Data Analytics is written for business leaders, managers, and analysts - people who are involved with advancing the use of BI at their companies or who need to better understand what BI is and how it can be used to improve profitability. It is written from a general management perspective, and it draws on observations at 12 companies whose annual revenues
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Blockchain By Example

A developer's guide to creating decentralized applications using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Hyperledger

by Bellaj Badr, Richard Horrocks, Xun (Brian) Wu, Karthikeyan Sukumaran ...

Implement decentralized blockchain applications to build scalable DappsKey FeaturesUnderstand the blockchain ecosystem and its terminologiesImplement smart contracts, wallets, and consensus protocolsDesign and develop decentralized applications using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and HyperledgerBook DescriptionThe Blockchain is a revolution promising a new world without middlemen. Technically, it is an ... Read more

$41.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Implement decentralized blockchain applications to build scalable DappsKey FeaturesUnderstand the blockchain ecosystem and its terminologiesImplement smart contracts, wallets, and consensus protocolsDesign and develop decentralized applications using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and HyperledgerBook DescriptionThe Blockchain is a revolution promising a new world without middlemen. Technically, it is an
... Read more
Learning Informatica PowerCenter 10.x

Enterprise data warehousing and intelligent data centers for efficient data management solutions

by Rahul Malewar ...

Harness the power and simplicity of Informatica PowerCenter 10.x to build and manage efficient data management solutionsKey Features\[\*\]Master PowerCenter 10.x components to create, execute, monitor, and schedule ETL processes with a practical approach.\[\*\] An ideal guide to building the necessary skills and competencies to become an expert Informatica PowerCenter developer.\[\*\] A ... Read more

$47.19 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Harness the power and simplicity of Informatica PowerCenter 10.x to build and manage efficient data management solutionsKey Features\[\*\]Master PowerCenter 10.x components to create, execute, monitor, and schedule ETL processes with a practical approach.\[\*\] An ideal guide to building the necessary skills and competencies to become an expert Informatica PowerCenter developer.\[\*\] A
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Mastering D3.js

by Pablo Navarro Castillo ...

If you are a software developer working with data visualizations and want to build complex data visualizations, this book is for you. Basic knowledge of D3 framework is expected. With real-world examples, you will learn how to structure your applications to create enterprise-level charts and interactive dashboards. ... Read more

$37.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

If you are a software developer working with data visualizations and want to build complex data visualizations, this book is for you. Basic knowledge of D3 framework is expected. With real-world examples, you will learn how to structure your applications to create enterprise-level charts and interactive dashboards.
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Instant Heat Maps in R: How-to

by Sebastian Raschka ...

Filled with practical, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations for the most important and useful tasks. Heat Maps in R: How-to is an easy to understand book that starts with a simple heat map and takes you all the way through to advanced heat maps with graphics and data manipulation.Heat Maps in R: How-to is the book for you if you want to make use of this free and open source software to ... Read more

$17.39 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Filled with practical, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations for the most important and useful tasks. Heat Maps in R: How-to is an easy to understand book that starts with a simple heat map and takes you all the way through to advanced heat maps with graphics and data manipulation.Heat Maps in R: How-to is the book for you if you want to make use of this free and open source software to
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Hands-On Machine Learning with Microsoft Excel 2019

Build complete data analysis flows, from data collection to visualization

by Julio Cesar Rodriguez Martino ...

A practical guide to getting the most out of Excel, using it for data preparation, applying machine learning models (including cloud services) and understanding the outcome of the data analysis.Key FeaturesUse Microsoft's product Excel to build advanced forecasting models using varied examplesCover range of machine learning tasks such as data mining, data analytics, smart visualization, and ... Read more

$37.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A practical guide to getting the most out of Excel, using it for data preparation, applying machine learning models (including cloud services) and understanding the outcome of the data analysis.Key FeaturesUse Microsoft's product Excel to build advanced forecasting models using varied examplesCover range of machine learning tasks such as data mining, data analytics, smart visualization, and
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Machine Learning for Developers

Uplift your regular applications with the power of statistics, analytics, and machine learning

by Rodolfo Bonnin ...

Your one-stop guide to becoming a Machine Learning expert.Key Features-Learn to develop efficient and intelligent applications by leveraging the power of Machine Learning- A highly practical guide explaining the concepts of problem solving in the easiest possible manner- Implement Machine Learning in the most practical wayBook DescriptionMost of us have heard about the term Machine Learning, but ... Read more

$41.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Your one-stop guide to becoming a Machine Learning expert.Key Features-Learn to develop efficient and intelligent applications by leveraging the power of Machine Learning- A highly practical guide explaining the concepts of problem solving in the easiest possible manner- Implement Machine Learning in the most practical wayBook DescriptionMost of us have heard about the term Machine Learning, but
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For Beginners: Step into R world in 60 minutes - Book 1: A quick start guide to run R

For Beginners: Step into R world in 60 minutes

by Cy Tek ...

Series Book 1 - For Beginners: Step into R world in 60 minutes
As AI, deep learning and data science have become the hot topics in I.T. industry, learning some powerful data manipulating tools would be essential for your technical skill building, career development and also your interest.R is a programming language and environment commonly used in statistical computing, data analysts and scientific research.Do you want to understand more about data management ... Read more

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As AI, deep learning and data science have become the hot topics in I.T. industry, learning some powerful data manipulating tools would be essential for your technical skill building, career development and also your interest.R is a programming language and environment commonly used in statistical computing, data analysts and scientific research.Do you want to understand more about data management
... Read more
Business Intelligence with MicroStrategy Cookbook

by Davide Moraschi ...

Written in a cookbook style, this book will teach you through the use of recipes with examples and illustrations. Each recipe contains step-by-step instructions about everything necessary to execute a particular task.This book is intended for both BI and database developers who want to expand their knowledge of MicroStrategy. It is also useful for advanced data analysts who are evaluating ... Read more

$37.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Written in a cookbook style, this book will teach you through the use of recipes with examples and illustrations. Each recipe contains step-by-step instructions about everything necessary to execute a particular task.This book is intended for both BI and database developers who want to expand their knowledge of MicroStrategy. It is also useful for advanced data analysts who are evaluating
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Creating a Data-Driven Organization

Practical Advice from the Trenches

by Carl Anderson ...

What do you need to become a data-driven organization? Far more than having big data or a crack team of unicorn data scientists, it requires establishing an effective, deeply-ingrained data culture. This practical book shows you how true data-drivenness involves processes that require genuine buy-in across your company, from analysts and management to the C-Suite and the board.Through interviews ... Read more

$39.99 CAD

What do you need to become a data-driven organization? Far more than having big data or a crack team of unicorn data scientists, it requires establishing an effective, deeply-ingrained data culture. This practical book shows you how true data-drivenness involves processes that require genuine buy-in across your company, from analysts and management to the C-Suite and the board.Through interviews
... Read more
Learning Google BigQuery

A beginner's guide to mining massive datasets through interactive analysis

by Eric Brown, Thirukkumaran Haridass ...

Get a fundamental understanding of how Google BigQuery works by analyzing and querying large datasetsKey FeaturesGet started with BigQuery API and write custom applications using itLearn how BigQuery API can be used for storing, managing, and query massive datasets with easeA practical guide with examples and use-cases to teach you everything you need to know about Google BigQueryBook ... Read more

$33.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get a fundamental understanding of how Google BigQuery works by analyzing and querying large datasetsKey FeaturesGet started with BigQuery API and write custom applications using itLearn how BigQuery API can be used for storing, managing, and query massive datasets with easeA practical guide with examples and use-cases to teach you everything you need to know about Google BigQueryBook
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Python Data Analysis, Second Edition

Data manipulation and complex data analysis with Python

by Armando Fandango ...

Learn how to apply powerful data analysis techniques with popular open source Python modulesKey Features\[\*\]Find, manipulate, and analyze your data using the Python 3.5 libraries\[\*\]Perform advanced, high-performance linear algebra and mathematical calculations with clean and efficient Python code\[\*\]An easy-to-follow guide with realistic examples that are frequently used in real-world data ... Read more

$47.19 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how to apply powerful data analysis techniques with popular open source Python modulesKey Features\[\*\]Find, manipulate, and analyze your data using the Python 3.5 libraries\[\*\]Perform advanced, high-performance linear algebra and mathematical calculations with clean and efficient Python code\[\*\]An easy-to-follow guide with realistic examples that are frequently used in real-world data
... Read more
Programming Hive

Data Warehouse and Query Language for Hadoop

by Edward Capriolo, Dean Wampler, Jason Rutherglen ...

Need to move a relational database application to Hadoop? This comprehensive guide introduces you to Apache Hive, Hadoop’s data warehouse infrastructure. You’ll quickly learn how to use Hive’s SQL dialect—HiveQL—to summarize, query, and analyze large datasets stored in Hadoop’s distributed filesystem.This example-driven guide shows you how to set up and configure Hive in your environment, provides ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

Need to move a relational database application to Hadoop? This comprehensive guide introduces you to Apache Hive, Hadoop’s data warehouse infrastructure. You’ll quickly learn how to use Hive’s SQL dialect—HiveQL—to summarize, query, and analyze large datasets stored in Hadoop’s distributed filesystem.This example-driven guide shows you how to set up and configure Hive in your environment, provides
... Read more
Big Data

Does Size Matter?

by Ms Timandra Harkness ...

What is Big Data, and why should you care?Big data knows where you've been and who your friends are. It knows what you like and what makes you angry. It can predict what you'll buy, where you'll be the victim of crime and when you'll have a heart attack. Big data knows you better than you know yourself, or so it claims.But how well do you know big data?You've probably seen the phrase in newspaper ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

What is Big Data, and why should you care?Big data knows where you've been and who your friends are. It knows what you like and what makes you angry. It can predict what you'll buy, where you'll be the victim of crime and when you'll have a heart attack. Big data knows you better than you know yourself, or so it claims.But how well do you know big data?You've probably seen the phrase in newspaper
... Read more
iPhone 12 User Guide

The Simplified Manual For Beginners and Seniors on How To Master Your iPhone 12, Mini, Pro and Pro Max Using iOS14 (Tips and Tricks Version) 4th Edition

by Stone O. Crux ...

iPhone 12 is packed full with many novel features that promises to give every user the ‘WOW experience’: with a powerful A14 Bionic processor, it boasts to be one of the fastest devices on the planet. Apple has also improved on the camera of the iPhone, with 3 rear cameras, each of which packs 12-megapixel lenses, and another 12 megapixels in the front camera.The iPhone 12 Series comes with a ... Read more

$7.46 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

iPhone 12 is packed full with many novel features that promises to give every user the ‘WOW experience’: with a powerful A14 Bionic processor, it boasts to be one of the fastest devices on the planet. Apple has also improved on the camera of the iPhone, with 3 rear cameras, each of which packs 12-megapixel lenses, and another 12 megapixels in the front camera.The iPhone 12 Series comes with a
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Data Center Handbook

Plan, Design, Build, and Operations of a Smart Data Center

Edited by Hwaiyu Geng ...

DATA CENTER HANDBOOKWritten by 59 experts and reviewed by a seasoned technical advisory board, the Data Center Handbook is a thoroughly revised, one-stop resource that clearly explains the fundamentals, advanced technologies, and best practices used in planning, designing, building and operating a mission-critical, energy-efficient, sustainable data center. This handbook, in its second edition, ... Read more

$196.99 CAD

DATA CENTER HANDBOOKWritten by 59 experts and reviewed by a seasoned technical advisory board, the Data Center Handbook is a thoroughly revised, one-stop resource that clearly explains the fundamentals, advanced technologies, and best practices used in planning, designing, building and operating a mission-critical, energy-efficient, sustainable data center. This handbook, in its second edition,
... Read more
Access Cookbook

Solutions to Common User Interface & Programming Problems

by Ken Getz, Paul Litwin, Andy Baron ...

Not a reference book, and not a tutorial either, the new second edition of the highly regarded Access Cookbook is an uncommonly useful collection of solutions to problems that Access users and developers are likely to face as they attempt to build increasingly complex applications.Although using any single "recipe" in the book will more than pay back the cost of the book in terms of both hours ... Read more

$28.79 CAD

Not a reference book, and not a tutorial either, the new second edition of the highly regarded Access Cookbook is an uncommonly useful collection of solutions to problems that Access users and developers are likely to face as they attempt to build increasingly complex applications.Although using any single "recipe" in the book will more than pay back the cost of the book in terms of both hours
... Read more
OCA/OCP Oracle Database 12c All-in-One Exam Guide (Exams 1Z0-061, 1Z0-062, & 1Z0-063)

by John Watson, Roopesh Ramklass, Bob Bryla ...

Series series All-in-One
This Oracle Press certification exam guide prepares you for the new Oracle Database 12c certification track, including the core requirements for OCA and OCP certification.OCA/OCP Oracle Database 12c All-in-One Exam Guide (Exams 1Z0-061, 1Z0-062, & 1Z0-063) covers all of the exam objectives on the Installation and Administration, SQL Fundamentals, and Advanced Administration exams in detail. Each ... Read more

$87.99 CAD

This Oracle Press certification exam guide prepares you for the new Oracle Database 12c certification track, including the core requirements for OCA and OCP certification.OCA/OCP Oracle Database 12c All-in-One Exam Guide (Exams 1Z0-061, 1Z0-062, & 1Z0-063) covers all of the exam objectives on the Installation and Administration, SQL Fundamentals, and Advanced Administration exams in detail. Each
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