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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Intelligent Techniques for Data Analysis in Diverse Settings

Edited by Numan Celebi ...

Data analysis forms the basis of many forms of research ranging from the scientific to the governmental. With the advent of machine intelligence and neural networks, extracting, modeling, and approaching data has been unimpeachably altered. These changes, seemingly small, affect the way societies organize themselves, deliver services, or interact with each other. Intelligent Techniques for Data ... Read more

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Data analysis forms the basis of many forms of research ranging from the scientific to the governmental. With the advent of machine intelligence and neural networks, extracting, modeling, and approaching data has been unimpeachably altered. These changes, seemingly small, affect the way societies organize themselves, deliver services, or interact with each other. Intelligent Techniques for Data
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Introduction to the Semantic Web and Semantic Web Services

by Liyang Yu ...

Even though the semantic Web is a relatively new and dynamic area of research, a whole suite of components, standards, and tools have already been developed around it. Using a concrete approach, Introduction to the Semantic Web and Semantic Web Services builds a firm foundation in the concept of the semantic Web, its principal technologies, its rea ... Read more

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Even though the semantic Web is a relatively new and dynamic area of research, a whole suite of components, standards, and tools have already been developed around it. Using a concrete approach, Introduction to the Semantic Web and Semantic Web Services builds a firm foundation in the concept of the semantic Web, its principal technologies, its rea
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Human Aspects of Information Security and Assurance

18th IFIP WG 11.12 International Symposium, HAISA 2024, Skövde, Sweden, July 9–11, 2024, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Nathan Clarke, Steven Furnell ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The two-volume set IFIP AICT 721 +722 constitutes the proceedings of the 18th IFIP WG 11.12 International Symposium on Human Aspects of Information Security and Assurance, HAISA 2024, held in Skövde, Sweden, in July 9–11, 2024.The 39 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 55 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections:Part I - Management and ... Read more

$108.89 CAD

The two-volume set IFIP AICT 721 +722 constitutes the proceedings of the 18th IFIP WG 11.12 International Symposium on Human Aspects of Information Security and Assurance, HAISA 2024, held in Skövde, Sweden, in July 9–11, 2024.The 39 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 55 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections:Part I - Management and
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Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Big Data Processing

First International Conference, AAIMB 2023, Chennai, India, August 17–18, 2023, Proceedings, Part-I

Edited by R. Geetha, Nhu-Ngoc Dao, Saeed Khalid ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the First International Conference on Advances in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Big Data Processing, AAIMB 2023, held in Chennai, India, during August 17–18, 2023.The 51 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 183 submissions. They were organized in the following topical sections:Part I- artificial ... Read more

$102.49 CAD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the First International Conference on Advances in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Big Data Processing, AAIMB 2023, held in Chennai, India, during August 17–18, 2023.The 51 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 183 submissions. They were organized in the following topical sections:Part I- artificial
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Applications of Metaverse and Virtual Reality to Creative Education and Industry

Edited by Dana M. Barry, Hideyuki Kanematsu ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book provides excellent examples of metaverse and virtual reality and their unlimited possibilities for education and industry. By examining innovative educational activities in both real and virtual worlds, such as Second Life, SL (a three-dimensional world where avatars perform specific tasks on behalf of us), we get a unique perspective on how these technologies can revolutionize learning ... Read more

$96.09 CAD

This book provides excellent examples of metaverse and virtual reality and their unlimited possibilities for education and industry. By examining innovative educational activities in both real and virtual worlds, such as Second Life, SL (a three-dimensional world where avatars perform specific tasks on behalf of us), we get a unique perspective on how these technologies can revolutionize learning
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Computer Vision – ECCV 2024 Workshops

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

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

Series Book 10 - 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

$204.99 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
... Read more
The Global Prompt Engineer

From Principles to Practice in a World of AI

by Azhar ul Haque Sario ...

Ready to master the essential skill of the AI era?This book is your complete guide to the world of prompt engineering. We start with the absolute basics. You will learn the art and science of giving clear instructions to AI. We cover how to structure your prompts for the best results. You will master techniques like zero-shot and few-shot learning. The book teaches you how to guide an AI to think ... Read more

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Ready to master the essential skill of the AI era?This book is your complete guide to the world of prompt engineering. We start with the absolute basics. You will learn the art and science of giving clear instructions to AI. We cover how to structure your prompts for the best results. You will master techniques like zero-shot and few-shot learning. The book teaches you how to guide an AI to think
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Beginning C++

by Ivor Horton ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Beginning C++ is a tutorial for beginners in C++ and discusses a subset of C++ that is suitable for beginners. The language syntax corresponds to the C++14 standard. This book is environment neutral and does not presume any specific operating system or program development system. There is no assumption of prior programming knowledge.All language concepts that are explained in the book are ... Read more

$75.49 CAD

Beginning C++ is a tutorial for beginners in C++ and discusses a subset of C++ that is suitable for beginners. The language syntax corresponds to the C++14 standard. This book is environment neutral and does not presume any specific operating system or program development system. There is no assumption of prior programming knowledge.All language concepts that are explained in the book are
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Model-Driven Engineering and Software Development

5th International Conference, MODELSWARD 2017, Porto, Portugal, February 19-21, 2017, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Luís Ferreira Pires, Slimane Hammoudi, Bran Selic ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes thoroughly revised and selected papers from the 5th International Conference on Model-Driven Engineering and Software Development, MODELSWARD 2017, held in Porto, Portugal, in February 2017.The 20 thoroughly revised and extended papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 91 submissions. They contribute to the development of highly relevant ... Read more

$64.09 CAD

This book constitutes thoroughly revised and selected papers from the 5th International Conference on Model-Driven Engineering and Software Development, MODELSWARD 2017, held in Porto, Portugal, in February 2017.The 20 thoroughly revised and extended papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 91 submissions. They contribute to the development of highly relevant
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