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Scala for Java Developers

A Practical Primer

by Toby Weston ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Master the fundamentals of Scala and understand its emphasis on functional programming that sets it apart from Java. This book will help you translate what you already know in Java to Scala to start your functional programming journey. Learn Scala is split into four parts: a tour of Scala, a comparison between Java and Scala, Scala-specific features and functional programming idioms, and finally a ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

Master the fundamentals of Scala and understand its emphasis on functional programming that sets it apart from Java. This book will help you translate what you already know in Java to Scala to start your functional programming journey. Learn Scala is split into four parts: a tour of Scala, a comparison between Java and Scala, Scala-specific features and functional programming idioms, and finally a
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Speech Processing in Embedded Systems

by Priyabrata Sinha ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Speech Processing has rapidly emerged as one of the most widespread and well-understood application areas in the broader discipline of Digital Signal Processing. Besides the telecommunications applications that have hitherto been the largest users of speech processing algorithms, several non-traditional embedded processor applications are enhancing their functionality and user interfaces by ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

Speech Processing has rapidly emerged as one of the most widespread and well-understood application areas in the broader discipline of Digital Signal Processing. Besides the telecommunications applications that have hitherto been the largest users of speech processing algorithms, several non-traditional embedded processor applications are enhancing their functionality and user interfaces by
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Pervasive Computing: A Networking Perspective and Future Directions

Edited by Deepshikha Bhargava, Sonali Vyas ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book offers an accessible guide to ubiquitous computing, with an emphasis on pervasive networking. It addresses various technical obstacles, such as connectivity, levels of service, performance, reliability and fairness. The focus is on describing currently available off-the-shelf technologies, novel algorithms and techniques in areas such as: underwater sensor networks, ant colony based ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

This book offers an accessible guide to ubiquitous computing, with an emphasis on pervasive networking. It addresses various technical obstacles, such as connectivity, levels of service, performance, reliability and fairness. The focus is on describing currently available off-the-shelf technologies, novel algorithms and techniques in areas such as: underwater sensor networks, ant colony based
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Rapid Mashup Development Tools

Second International Rapid Mashup Challenge, RMC 2016, Lugano, Switzerland, June 6, 2016, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Florian Daniel, Martin Gaedke ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes revised selected papers from the Second International Rapid Mashup Challenge, RMC 2016, held in Lugano, Switzerland in June 2016.The 6 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 8 submissions. They are post-challenge extensions of the selected short participation proposals. The 2016 edition of the Challenge is the second installment of a series ... Read more

$64.99 CAD

This book constitutes revised selected papers from the Second International Rapid Mashup Challenge, RMC 2016, held in Lugano, Switzerland in June 2016.The 6 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 8 submissions. They are post-challenge extensions of the selected short participation proposals. The 2016 edition of the Challenge is the second installment of a series
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Digital Human Modeling: Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management: Ergonomics and Health

6th International Conference, DHM 2015, Held as Part of HCI International 2015, Los Angeles, CA, USA, August 2-7, 2015, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Vincent G. Duffy ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The two-volume set LNCS 9184-9185 constitutes the constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Digital Human Modeling and Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management 2015, held as part of the 17th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2015, held in Los Angeles, CA, USA, in August 2015. The total of 1462 papers and 246 posters ... Read more

$64.99 CAD

The two-volume set LNCS 9184-9185 constitutes the constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Digital Human Modeling and Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management 2015, held as part of the 17th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2015, held in Los Angeles, CA, USA, in August 2015. The total of 1462 papers and 246 posters
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MACHINE LEARNING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Implementing ML and AI (2023 Beginner Crash Course)

by Carl Dennis ...

Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two of the most popular and rapidly evolving fields in the technology industry. From self-driving cars and personalized recommendation systems to speech recognition and medical diagnosis, ML and AI are transforming the way we live and work.In this book, you'll learn about the fundamental concepts and practical applications of ML and... ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two of the most popular and rapidly evolving fields in the technology industry. From self-driving cars and personalized recommendation systems to speech recognition and medical diagnosis, ML and AI are transforming the way we live and work.In this book, you'll learn about the fundamental concepts and practical applications of ML and...
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Building Production-Ready AI Systems for Financial Services

A practical guide to build scalable, cost-effective, responsible enterprise-grade AI systems

by Vikram Elango ...

Enterprise architecture patterns, design blueprints, and real-world implementation strategies for secure, resilient, and regulated AI applications for financial servicesKey FeaturesArchitect secure financial AI systems with clear trade-offs across latency, cost, accuracy, and resilienceBuild RAG, agentic AI, and workflow-driven applications with observability and human oversightApply real-world AI ... Read more

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Enterprise architecture patterns, design blueprints, and real-world implementation strategies for secure, resilient, and regulated AI applications for financial servicesKey FeaturesArchitect secure financial AI systems with clear trade-offs across latency, cost, accuracy, and resilienceBuild RAG, agentic AI, and workflow-driven applications with observability and human oversightApply real-world AI
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Advances in Human Factors in Robots, Drones and Unmanned Systems

Proceedings of the AHFE 2020 Virtual Conference on Human Factors in Robots, Drones and Unmanned Systems, July 16-20, 2020, USA

Edited by Matteo Zallio ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book focuses on the importance of human factors in the development of safe and reliable robotic and unmanned systems. It discusses current challenges, such as how to improve the perceptual and cognitive abilities of robots, develop suitable synthetic vision systems, cope with degraded reliability in unmanned systems, and predict robotic behavior in relation to human activities. Further, it ... Read more

$267.99 CAD

This book focuses on the importance of human factors in the development of safe and reliable robotic and unmanned systems. It discusses current challenges, such as how to improve the perceptual and cognitive abilities of robots, develop suitable synthetic vision systems, cope with degraded reliability in unmanned systems, and predict robotic behavior in relation to human activities. Further, it
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97 Things Every UX Practitioner Should Know

by Daniel Berlin ...

Tap into the wisdom of experts to learn what every UX practitioner needs to know. With 97 short and extremely useful articles, you'll discover new approaches to old problems, pick up road-tested best practices, and hone your skills through sound advice.Working in UX involves much more than just creating user interfaces. UX teams struggle with understanding what's important, which practices they ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

Tap into the wisdom of experts to learn what every UX practitioner needs to know. With 97 short and extremely useful articles, you'll discover new approaches to old problems, pick up road-tested best practices, and hone your skills through sound advice.Working in UX involves much more than just creating user interfaces. UX teams struggle with understanding what's important, which practices they
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Design System além do layout

Criação, estratégia e governança

by Mateus Villain ...

Descubra o universo dos design systems e como eles vão além da simples padronização visual. Mateus Villain apresenta os conceitos essenciais para criar, manter e evoluir design systems que garantam interfaces consistentes, experiências memoráveis e produtos escaláveis. Voltado para designers, desenvolvedores, gestores e curiosos, este livro explora desde o planejamento inicial, definição de ... Read more

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Descubra o universo dos design systems e como eles vão além da simples padronização visual. Mateus Villain apresenta os conceitos essenciais para criar, manter e evoluir design systems que garantam interfaces consistentes, experiências memoráveis e produtos escaláveis. Voltado para designers, desenvolvedores, gestores e curiosos, este livro explora desde o planejamento inicial, definição de
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Cuteness Engineering

Designing Adorable Products and Services

by Ayako Hashizume, Aaron Marcus, Masaaki Kurosu, Xiaojuan Ma ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This state of the art monographpresents a unique introduction to thinking about cuteness and its incorporation into modern, especially computer-based, products and services. Cuteness is defined and explored in relation to user-centered design concepts and methods, in addition to considering the history of cuteness and cuteness in other cultures, especially in relation to eastern Asia.The authors ... Read more

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This state of the art monographpresents a unique introduction to thinking about cuteness and its incorporation into modern, especially computer-based, products and services. Cuteness is defined and explored in relation to user-centered design concepts and methods, in addition to considering the history of cuteness and cuteness in other cultures, especially in relation to eastern Asia.The authors
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Introduction to Octave

For Engineers and Scientists

by Sandeep Nagar ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Familiarize yourself with Octave using this concise, practical tutorial that is focused on writing code to learn concepts. Starting from the basics, this book covers array-based computing, plotting, and working with files in Octave, which can run MATLAB files without modification. Introduction to Octave is useful for industry engineers, researchers, and students who are looking for open-source ... Read more

$68.99 CAD

Familiarize yourself with Octave using this concise, practical tutorial that is focused on writing code to learn concepts. Starting from the basics, this book covers array-based computing, plotting, and working with files in Octave, which can run MATLAB files without modification. Introduction to Octave is useful for industry engineers, researchers, and students who are looking for open-source
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Generative Art with JavaScript and SVG

Utilizing Scalable Vector Graphics and Algorithms for Creative Coding and Design

by David Matthew ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This book introduces you to the exciting world of generative art and creative coding through the medium of JavaScript and Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG). Using tried and trusted techniques, you’ll tackle core topics such as randomness and regularity, noise and naturalistic variance, shape and path creation, filter effects, animation, and interactivity.In the process you’ll learn SvJs, a JavaScript ... Read more

$63.99 CAD

This book introduces you to the exciting world of generative art and creative coding through the medium of JavaScript and Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG). Using tried and trusted techniques, you’ll tackle core topics such as randomness and regularity, noise and naturalistic variance, shape and path creation, filter effects, animation, and interactivity.In the process you’ll learn SvJs, a JavaScript
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Formal Methods and Software Engineering

25th International Conference on Formal Engineering Methods, ICFEM 2024, Hiroshima, Japan, December 2–6, 2024, Proceedings

Edited by Kazuhiro Ogata, Dominique Mery, Meng Sun, Shaoying Liu ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This volume LNCS 15394 constitutes the refereed proceedings of 25th International Conference on Formal Engineering Methods, ICFEM 2024, in Hiroshima, Japan, in December 2024.The 22 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 50 submissions. The conference focuses on wide range of research areas, covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications of formal ... Read more

$96.99 CAD

This volume LNCS 15394 constitutes the refereed proceedings of 25th International Conference on Formal Engineering Methods, ICFEM 2024, in Hiroshima, Japan, in December 2024.The 22 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 50 submissions. The conference focuses on wide range of research areas, covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications of formal
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Introduction to Prompt Engineering: How to Talk to AI

by Abenet Yohannes Hailu ...

Unlock the power of effective communication with AI through Introduction to Prompt Engineering: How to Talk to AI. This essential guide demystifies the art and science of crafting prompts to achieve precise, insightful, and impactful responses from AI systems like ChatGPT.Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, this book provides practical techniques, real-world examples, and ... Read more

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Unlock the power of effective communication with AI through Introduction to Prompt Engineering: How to Talk to AI. This essential guide demystifies the art and science of crafting prompts to achieve precise, insightful, and impactful responses from AI systems like ChatGPT.Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, this book provides practical techniques, real-world examples, and
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"Careers in Information Technology: Internet of Things (IoT) Developer"

GoodMan, #1

by Patrick Mukosha ...

Series Book 1 - GoodMan
In "Careers in Information Technology: Internet of Things (IoT) Developer," readers are guided through the dynamic and evolving world of IoT, exploring the exciting opportunities and challenges that come with being at the forefront of technological innovation. This comprehensive guide is crafted for IT enthusiasts, aspiring developers, and seasoned professionals seeking a deep dive into the realm ... Read more

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In "Careers in Information Technology: Internet of Things (IoT) Developer," readers are guided through the dynamic and evolving world of IoT, exploring the exciting opportunities and challenges that come with being at the forefront of technological innovation. This comprehensive guide is crafted for IT enthusiasts, aspiring developers, and seasoned professionals seeking a deep dive into the realm
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Human-Computer Interaction

9th Iberoamerican Workshop, HCI-COLLAB 2023, Buenos Aires, Argentina, September 13–15, 2023, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Pablo H. Ruiz, Vanessa Agredo-Delgado, Alicia Mon ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book constitutes the referred proceedings of the 9th Iberoamerican Workshop on Human-Computer Interaction, HCI-COLLAB 2023, held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, during September 13–15, 2023.The 23 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 84 submissions. They cover a variety of topics related to HCI such as: Emotional Interfaces, Usability, Video Games and ... Read more

$166.99 CAD

This book constitutes the referred proceedings of the 9th Iberoamerican Workshop on Human-Computer Interaction, HCI-COLLAB 2023, held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, during September 13–15, 2023.The 23 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 84 submissions. They cover a variety of topics related to HCI such as: Emotional Interfaces, Usability, Video Games and
... Read more
Hacking Product Design

A Guide to Designing Products for Startups

by Tony Jing ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Understand how designing a technology product in a startup environment is markedly different from product design at established companies. This book teaches product designers how to think and frame problems in the dynamic context of startups. You will discover how to enhance your soft skills that are often not taught, but are crucial to your success.In the emerging field of design for technology ... Read more

$56.99 CAD

Understand how designing a technology product in a startup environment is markedly different from product design at established companies. This book teaches product designers how to think and frame problems in the dynamic context of startups. You will discover how to enhance your soft skills that are often not taught, but are crucial to your success.In the emerging field of design for technology
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Internet Science

4th International Conference, INSCI 2017, Thessaloniki, Greece, November 22-24, 2017, Proceedings

Edited by Ioannis Kompatsiaris, Jonathan Cave, Anna Satsiou, Georg Carle, Antonella Passani, Efstratios Kontopoulos, Sotiris Diplaris, Donald McMillan ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Internet Science held in Thessaloniki, Greece, in November 2017.The 34 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in this volume. They were organized in topical sections named: next generation community engagement; online policy, politics and co-creation; understanding and empowering digital ... Read more

$64.99 CAD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Internet Science held in Thessaloniki, Greece, in November 2017.The 34 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in this volume. They were organized in topical sections named: next generation community engagement; online policy, politics and co-creation; understanding and empowering digital
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Proceedings of the 20th Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2018)

Volume IV: Organizational Design and Management (ODAM), Professional Affairs, Forensic

Edited by Sebastiano Bagnara, Riccardo Tartaglia, Sara Albolino, Thomas Alexander, Yushi Fujita ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents the proceedings of the 20th Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2018), held on August 26-30, 2018, in Florence, Italy. 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, ... Read more

$256.99 CAD

This book presents the proceedings of the 20th Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2018), held on August 26-30, 2018, in Florence, Italy. 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,
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Computer Vision – ECCV 2024 Workshops

Milan, Italy, September 29–October 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part XIV

Edited by Alessio Del Bue, Cristian Canton, Jordi Pont-Tuset, Tatiana Tommasi ...

Series Book 14 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The multi-volume set LNCS 15623 until LNCS 15646 constitutes the proceedings of the workshops that were held in conjunction with the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, which took place in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.These LNCS volumes contain 574 accepted papers from 53 of the 73 workshops. The list of workshops and distribution of the workshop papers in ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

The multi-volume set LNCS 15623 until LNCS 15646 constitutes the proceedings of the workshops that were held in conjunction with the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, which took place in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.These LNCS volumes contain 574 accepted papers from 53 of the 73 workshops. The list of workshops and distribution of the workshop papers in
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HCI International 2024 – Late Breaking Papers

26th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2024, Washington, DC, USA, June 29 – July 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part III

Edited by Vincent G. Duffy ...

Series Book 3 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This nine-volume set LNCS 15473-15482 constitutes the proceedings of the 26th International Conference, HCI International 2023, in Washington, DC, USA, in June/July 2024.For the HCCII 2024 proceedings, a total of 1271 papers and 309 posters was carefully reviewed and selected from 5108 submissions. Additionally, 222 papers and 104 posters are included in the volumes of the proceedings published ... Read more

$96.99 CAD

This nine-volume set LNCS 15473-15482 constitutes the proceedings of the 26th International Conference, HCI International 2023, in Washington, DC, USA, in June/July 2024.For the HCCII 2024 proceedings, a total of 1271 papers and 309 posters was carefully reviewed and selected from 5108 submissions. Additionally, 222 papers and 104 posters are included in the volumes of the proceedings published
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Cybernetic Avatar

Edited by Hiroshi Ishiguro, Fuki Ueno, Eiki Tachibana ...

This open access book presents a vision of a future, where avatars play an integral role in shaping the fabric of our interconnected society. The book introduces the authors’ ongoing efforts to advance avatar technologies and is structured into nine chapters. Chapter 1 discusses the potentially revolutionary impact of cybernetic avatars (CAs) as a new medium of communication, liberating ... Read more

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This open access book presents a vision of a future, where avatars play an integral role in shaping the fabric of our interconnected society. The book introduces the authors’ ongoing efforts to advance avatar technologies and is structured into nine chapters. Chapter 1 discusses the potentially revolutionary impact of cybernetic avatars (CAs) as a new medium of communication, liberating
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Applied Machine Learning and AI for Engineers

Solve Business Problems That Can't Be Solved Algorithmically

by Jeff Prosise ...

While many introductory guides to AI are calculus books in disguise, this one mostly eschews the math. Instead, author Jeff Prosise helps engineers and software developers build an intuitive understanding of AI to solve business problems. Need to create a system to detect the sounds of illegal logging in the rainforest, analyze text for sentiment, or predict early failures in rotating machinery? ... Read more

$67.99 CAD

While many introductory guides to AI are calculus books in disguise, this one mostly eschews the math. Instead, author Jeff Prosise helps engineers and software developers build an intuitive understanding of AI to solve business problems. Need to create a system to detect the sounds of illegal logging in the rainforest, analyze text for sentiment, or predict early failures in rotating machinery?
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