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Mastering QlikView Data Visualization

Take your QlikView skills to the next level and master the art of creating visual data analysis for real business needs

by Karl Pover ...

Take your QlikView skills to the next level and master the art of creating visual data analysis for real business needsKey Features\[\*\]Explore how to create your own QlikView data laboratory and how to develop QlikView applications using agile project methods\[\*\]Implement advanced data visualization and analysis for common business requirements from the sales, finance, marketing, inventory, ... Read more

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Take your QlikView skills to the next level and master the art of creating visual data analysis for real business needsKey Features\[\*\]Explore how to create your own QlikView data laboratory and how to develop QlikView applications using agile project methods\[\*\]Implement advanced data visualization and analysis for common business requirements from the sales, finance, marketing, inventory,
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Advanced Technologies in Modern Robotic Applications

by Chenguang Yang, Hongbin Ma, Mengyin Fu ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book presents in a systematic manner the advanced technologies used for various modern robot applications. By bringing fresh ideas, new concepts, novel methods and tools into robot control, robot vision, human robot interaction, teleoperation of robot and multiple robots system, we are to provide a state-of-the-art and comprehensive treatment of the advanced technologies for a wide range of ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This book presents in a systematic manner the advanced technologies used for various modern robot applications. By bringing fresh ideas, new concepts, novel methods and tools into robot control, robot vision, human robot interaction, teleoperation of robot and multiple robots system, we are to provide a state-of-the-art and comprehensive treatment of the advanced technologies for a wide range of
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App4U

Mehrwerte durch Apps im B2B und B2C

Edited by Christian Aichele, Marius Schönberger ...

Series series Computer Science and Engineering (German Language)
Proprietäre und monolithische Softwaresysteme haben die Wirtschaft in den letzten Jahrzehnten geprägt. Ohne die digitale Unterstützung der Geschäftsprozesse ist kein Unternehmen wettbewerbsfähig. Die Revolution wird durch den Consumer Bereich vorangetrieben, die Geschäftsprozesse werden mobil und ubiquitär. Konsumenten im B2C und Unternehmen im B2B werden zukünftig permanent in Kontakt treten ... Read more

$24.79 CAD

Proprietäre und monolithische Softwaresysteme haben die Wirtschaft in den letzten Jahrzehnten geprägt. Ohne die digitale Unterstützung der Geschäftsprozesse ist kein Unternehmen wettbewerbsfähig. Die Revolution wird durch den Consumer Bereich vorangetrieben, die Geschäftsprozesse werden mobil und ubiquitär. Konsumenten im B2C und Unternehmen im B2B werden zukünftig permanent in Kontakt treten
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Design Tools and Methods in Industrial Engineering IV

Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Design Tools and Methods in Industrial Engineering, ADM 2024, September 11–13, 2024, Palermo, Italy, Volume 1

Edited by Paolo Di Stefano, Francesco Gherardini, Vincenzo Nigrelli, Caterina Rizzi, Gaetano Sequenzia, Davide Tumino ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book gathers original peer-reviewed papers reporting on innovative methods and tools in design, modeling, simulation and optimization, and their applications in engineering design, manufacturing, and other relevant industrial sectors. Based on contributions to the Fourth International Conference on Design Tools and Methods in Industrial Engineering, ADM 2024, held on September 11–13, 2024, in ... Read more

$267.69 CAD

This book gathers original peer-reviewed papers reporting on innovative methods and tools in design, modeling, simulation and optimization, and their applications in engineering design, manufacturing, and other relevant industrial sectors. Based on contributions to the Fourth International Conference on Design Tools and Methods in Industrial Engineering, ADM 2024, held on September 11–13, 2024, in
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Human-Centric AI with Common Sense

by Filip Ilievski ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
This book enables readers to understand the challenges and opportunities of developing human-centered AI with commonsense reasoning abilities. Despite apparent accuracy improvements brought by large neural models across task benchmarks, common sense is still lacking. The lack of common sense affects many tasks, including story understanding, decision-making, and question answering. Commonsense ... Read more

$57.69 CAD

This book enables readers to understand the challenges and opportunities of developing human-centered AI with commonsense reasoning abilities. Despite apparent accuracy improvements brought by large neural models across task benchmarks, common sense is still lacking. The lack of common sense affects many tasks, including story understanding, decision-making, and question answering. Commonsense
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Social Robotics

16th International Conference, ICSR + BioMed 2024, Singapore, Singapore, August 16–18, 2024, Proceedings

Edited by Shuzhi Sam Ge, Zhuojing Luo, Yanen Wang, Hooman Samani, Ruihang Ji, Hongsheng He ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Social Robotics, ICSR + BioMed 2024, held in Singapore during August 16-18, 2024.The 28 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 102 submissions. The ICSR + BioMed 2024 conference emphasized interdisciplinary innovations in Bio-inspired,Biomedical, and Surgical Robotics. ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Social Robotics, ICSR + BioMed 2024, held in Singapore during August 16-18, 2024.The 28 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 102 submissions. The ICSR + BioMed 2024 conference emphasized interdisciplinary innovations in Bio-inspired,Biomedical, and Surgical Robotics.
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Mastering Big Data in Finance: Analytics and Risk Assessment

Digital Life, #1

by Tony Sale ...

Series Book 1 - Digital Life
What's driving the real decisions in finance today?Hint: it's not gut feeling or outdated dashboards. It's data—lots of it. But raw data isn't value. You need the right models, tools, and systems to turn it into strategy.This book is a hands-on, no-nonsense guide to how big data and AI are transforming finance—from fraud detection and portfolio management to predictive modeling, compliance, and ... Read more

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What's driving the real decisions in finance today?Hint: it's not gut feeling or outdated dashboards. It's data—lots of it. But raw data isn't value. You need the right models, tools, and systems to turn it into strategy.This book is a hands-on, no-nonsense guide to how big data and AI are transforming finance—from fraud detection and portfolio management to predictive modeling, compliance, and
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Graph Transformation

18th International Conference, ICGT 2025, Held as Part of STAF 2025, Koblenz, Germany, June 11–12, 2025, Proceedings

Edited by Jörg Endrullis, Matthias Tichy ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Graph Transformation, ICGT 2025, held in Koblenz, Germany, during June 11-12, 2025.The 10 full papers and 1 short paper included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 19 submissions. The topics of the accepted papers cover a wide spectrum, ranging from advancements in the classical theory of ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Graph Transformation, ICGT 2025, held in Koblenz, Germany, during June 11-12, 2025.The 10 full papers and 1 short paper included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 19 submissions. The topics of the accepted papers cover a wide spectrum, ranging from advancements in the classical theory of
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Your GPT, Your Way: The No-Code Guide to Building AI That Works

Zane Wilder's Exploring A.I., #3

by Zane Wilder ...

Series Book 3 - Zane Wilder's Exploring A.I.
Build AI Without Writing a Single Line of Code!Artificial Intelligence is no longer reserved for programmers and tech giants. Your GPT, Your Way is the ultimate no-code guide to building your own AI applications—without needing any prior technical knowledge. Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, educator, or business owner, this book will walk you through the process of developing, ... Read more

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Build AI Without Writing a Single Line of Code!Artificial Intelligence is no longer reserved for programmers and tech giants. Your GPT, Your Way is the ultimate no-code guide to building your own AI applications—without needing any prior technical knowledge. Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, educator, or business owner, this book will walk you through the process of developing,
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Computer Vision – ECCV 2024 Workshops

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

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

Series Book 18 - 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

$115.29 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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Engagement Design

Designing for Interaction Motivations

by Nelson Zagalo ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Interactive media designers have been discussing modes to optimize interaction design beyond mere usability. With the arrival of Emotional Design followed by the success of the User Experience (UX) approaches, the discussion continued and augmented. Experience has become a complex buzzword, which is more about the subject’s experience than the product, and this is why it's difficult, or even ... Read more

$153.69 CAD

Interactive media designers have been discussing modes to optimize interaction design beyond mere usability. With the arrival of Emotional Design followed by the success of the User Experience (UX) approaches, the discussion continued and augmented. Experience has become a complex buzzword, which is more about the subject’s experience than the product, and this is why it's difficult, or even
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Blended Learning: Re-thinking and Re-defining the Learning Process.

14th International Conference, ICBL 2021, Nagoya, Japan, August 10–13, 2021, Proceedings

Edited by Richard Li, Simon K. S. Cheung, Chiaki Iwasaki, Lam-For Kwok, Makoto Kageto ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Blended Learning, ICBL 2021, held online in August 2021.The 30 papers, including 4 keynote papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from 79 submissions. The conference theme of ICBL 2021 is Blended Learning: Re-thinking and Re-defining the Learning Process. The papers are organized in topical sections named: ... Read more

$108.89 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Blended Learning, ICBL 2021, held online in August 2021.The 30 papers, including 4 keynote papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from 79 submissions. The conference theme of ICBL 2021 is Blended Learning: Re-thinking and Re-defining the Learning Process. The papers are organized in topical sections named:
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Culture and Computing

11th International Conference, C&C 2023, Held as Part of the 25th HCI International Conference, HCII 2023, Copenhagen, Denmark, July 23–28, 2023, Proceedings

Edited by Matthias Rauterberg ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Culture and Computing, C&C 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which was held virtually in Copenhagen, Denmark in July 2023.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions.The C&C ... Read more

$128.09 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Culture and Computing, C&C 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which was held virtually in Copenhagen, Denmark in July 2023.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions.The C&C
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Intelligent Technologies for Interactive Entertainment

13th EAI International Conference, INTETAIN 2021, Virtual Event, December 3-4, 2021, Proceedings

Edited by Zhihan Lv, Houbing Song ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Intelligent Technologies for Interactive Entertainment, INTETAIN 2021. Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the conference was held virtually. This year's conference put an emphasis on the future of technologies for interactive entertainment.The 25 full papers presented at the conference and thus included in ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Intelligent Technologies for Interactive Entertainment, INTETAIN 2021. Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the conference was held virtually. This year's conference put an emphasis on the future of technologies for interactive entertainment.The 25 full papers presented at the conference and thus included in
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Small Business Ai Guide

by Rady ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a practical, affordable tool that can save you time, money, and energy. This book is your guide to using AI as your newest hire: a digital assistant that handles repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on growth and strategy. ... Read more

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a practical, affordable tool that can save you time, money, and energy. This book is your guide to using AI as your newest hire: a digital assistant that handles repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on growth and strategy.
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Defining the Problem: How Data Analysts Clarify Scope and Requirements

Data Analytics, #2

by SM Hanif ...

Series Book 2 - Data Analytics
"A practical guide to the Ask phase of analytics"Great analytics doesn't start with data—it starts with the right question.In this practical guide, you'll learn how to master the Ask phase of analytics, the critical first step that shapes the success of every data project. From defining the problem to clarifying scope and gathering requirements, this book shows you how to transform vague requests ... Read more

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"A practical guide to the Ask phase of analytics"Great analytics doesn't start with data—it starts with the right question.In this practical guide, you'll learn how to master the Ask phase of analytics, the critical first step that shapes the success of every data project. From defining the problem to clarifying scope and gathering requirements, this book shows you how to transform vague requests
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Foundations of Information and Knowledge Systems

14th International Symposium, FoIKS 2026, Hanover, Germany, March 23–26, 2026, Proceedings

Edited by Anni-Yasmin Turhan, Jonni Virtema ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th International Symposium on Foundations of Information and Knowledge Systems, FoIKS 2026, which took place in Hanover, Germany, during March 2026.The 13 full papers and 5 short papers included in these proceedings, together with 7 poster papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from 37 submissions. The papers were organized into topical sections ... Read more

$93.49 CAD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th International Symposium on Foundations of Information and Knowledge Systems, FoIKS 2026, which took place in Hanover, Germany, during March 2026.The 13 full papers and 5 short papers included in these proceedings, together with 7 poster papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from 37 submissions. The papers were organized into topical sections
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Challenges and Applications of Generative Large Language Models

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

Large Language Models (LLMs) are a form of generative AI, based on Deep Learning, that rely on very large textual datasets, and are composed of hundreds of millions (or even billions) of parameters. LLMs can be trained and then refined to perform several NLP tasks like generation of text, summarization, translation, prediction, and more. Challenges and Applications of Generative Large Language ... Read more

$198.39 CAD

Large Language Models (LLMs) are a form of generative AI, based on Deep Learning, that rely on very large textual datasets, and are composed of hundreds of millions (or even billions) of parameters. LLMs can be trained and then refined to perform several NLP tasks like generation of text, summarization, translation, prediction, and more. Challenges and Applications of Generative Large Language
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Ultimate BigQuery for Data Engineering

Master BigQuery, Data Modeling, dbt, Dataflow, Apache Beam, Streaming Analytics, BigQuery ML, and Production Data Engineering (English Edition)

by Dinak Lal ...

Every Great AI System Begins with a Great Data PlatformBigQuery is the backbone of modern cloud data engineering. Ultimate BigQuery for Data Engineering takes you from SQL fundamentals to building a complete production analytics platform on Google Cloud — with hands-on labs and real engineering patterns at every stage.You begin with BigQuery internals — columnar storage, Dremel execution, and slot ... Read more

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Every Great AI System Begins with a Great Data PlatformBigQuery is the backbone of modern cloud data engineering. Ultimate BigQuery for Data Engineering takes you from SQL fundamentals to building a complete production analytics platform on Google Cloud — with hands-on labs and real engineering patterns at every stage.You begin with BigQuery internals — columnar storage, Dremel execution, and slot
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The Anticipatory Design Playbook

A UX Guide to Design AI-Driven Experiences

by Joana Cerejo ...

The Anticipatory Design Playbook is a practical and thought-provoking guide to crafting anticipatory experiences in an age defined by artificial intelligence (AI). Grounded in years of PhD research and real-world design leadership, Joana Cerejo offers a comprehensive framework for designing AI-driven systems that align with user intent, respond to evolving behaviors, and remain transparent, ... Read more

$90.68 CAD

The Anticipatory Design Playbook is a practical and thought-provoking guide to crafting anticipatory experiences in an age defined by artificial intelligence (AI). Grounded in years of PhD research and real-world design leadership, Joana Cerejo offers a comprehensive framework for designing AI-driven systems that align with user intent, respond to evolving behaviors, and remain transparent,
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Internet and Modern Society

28th International Conference, IMS 2025, St. Petersburg, Russia, June 23–25, 2025, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Maxim Bakaev, Radomir Bolgov, Anna Chizhik, Andrei Chugunov, Valeriia Demareva, Yury Kabanov, Roberto Pereira, Elakkiya R., Wei Zhang ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-set volume CCIS2671 and 2672 book constitutes the proceedings of the 28th International Conference on Internet and Modern Society, IMS 2025, held in St. Petersburg, Russia, during June 23–25, 2025.The 56 full papers and 12 short papers included in these conference proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 104 submissions. They are categorized into the following topical ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This two-set volume CCIS2671 and 2672 book constitutes the proceedings of the 28th International Conference on Internet and Modern Society, IMS 2025, held in St. Petersburg, Russia, during June 23–25, 2025.The 56 full papers and 12 short papers included in these conference proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 104 submissions. They are categorized into the following topical
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Sports Analytics

Third International Conference, ISACE 2026, Vancouver, BC, Canada, June 1–2, 2026, Proceedings

Edited by Zhaoyu Liu, Vishal Misra ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Sports Analytics, ISACE 2026, which took place in Vancouver, Canada, during June 1-2, 2026.The 28 full papers, 2 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions. The book also contains two invited talks. The papers focus on the application of AI, data science, psychology, and ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Sports Analytics, ISACE 2026, which took place in Vancouver, Canada, during June 1-2, 2026.The 28 full papers, 2 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions. The book also contains two invited talks. The papers focus on the application of AI, data science, psychology, and
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Computers Helping People with Special Needs

20th International Conference, ICCHP 2026, Brno, Czech Republic, July 15–17, 2026, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Klaus Miesenberger, Helen Petrie, Petr Peňáz ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The two-volume set LNCS 16866 + 16867 constitutes the proceedings of 20th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs, ICCHP 2026, Brno, Czech Republic, during July 15–17, 2026.The 123 full papers included in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 244 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows:Part I: Accessibility for the Deaf ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

The two-volume set LNCS 16866 + 16867 constitutes the proceedings of 20th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs, ICCHP 2026, Brno, Czech Republic, during July 15–17, 2026.The 123 full papers included in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 244 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows:Part I: Accessibility for the Deaf
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Driving Smarter Human-Computer Interaction With Multidisciplinary Personalized Systems

Edited by Subrata Tikadar, Joel José Puga Coelho Rodrigues, Rabi Shaw, Ahdi Hassan, Bidyut Kumar Patra ...

As digital systems become increasingly embedded in everyday life, there is a critical demand for more intuitive, responsive, and personalized interactions. As these problems begin to grow, so does the importance of creating intelligent and pro-user technologies that adapt to individuals’ needs and contexts. By integrating insights from multiple disciplines, personalized systems transform how users ... Read more

$222.39 CAD

As digital systems become increasingly embedded in everyday life, there is a critical demand for more intuitive, responsive, and personalized interactions. As these problems begin to grow, so does the importance of creating intelligent and pro-user technologies that adapt to individuals’ needs and contexts. By integrating insights from multiple disciplines, personalized systems transform how users
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