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Information

A Very Short Introduction

by Luciano Floridi ...

Series series Very Short Introductions
We live an information-soaked existence - information pours into our lives through television, radio, books, and of course, the Internet. Some say we suffer from 'infoglut'. But what is information? The concept of 'information' is a profound one, rooted in mathematics, central to whole branches of science, yet with implications on every aspect of our everyday lives: DNA provides the information to ... Read more

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We live an information-soaked existence - information pours into our lives through television, radio, books, and of course, the Internet. Some say we suffer from 'infoglut'. But what is information? The concept of 'information' is a profound one, rooted in mathematics, central to whole branches of science, yet with implications on every aspect of our everyday lives: DNA provides the information to
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AI Engineering

Building Applications with Foundation Models

by Chip Huyen ...

Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use. Everyone, including those with minimal or no prior AI experience, can now leverage AI models to build ... Read more

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Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use. Everyone, including those with minimal or no prior AI experience, can now leverage AI models to build
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Bill Gates

The Path to the Future

by Jonathan Gatlin ...

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Effective Modern C++

42 Specific Ways to Improve Your Use of C++11 and C++14

by Scott Meyers ...

Coming to grips with C++11 and C++14 is more than a matter of familiarizing yourself with the features they introduce (e.g., auto type declarations, move semantics, lambda expressions, and concurrency support). The challenge is learning to use those features effectively—so that your software is correct, efficient, maintainable, and portable. That’s where this practical book comes in. It describes ... Read more

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Coming to grips with C++11 and C++14 is more than a matter of familiarizing yourself with the features they introduce (e.g., auto type declarations, move semantics, lambda expressions, and concurrency support). The challenge is learning to use those features effectively—so that your software is correct, efficient, maintainable, and portable. That’s where this practical book comes in. It describes
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It Looked Good on Paper

Bizarre Inventions, Design Disasters, and Engineering Follies

by Bill Fawcett ...

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Getting Started with Arduino

by Massimo Banzi ...

This valuable little book offers a thorough introduction to the open-source electronics prototyping platform that's taking the design and hobbyist world by storm. Getting Started with Arduino gives you lots of ideas for Arduino projects and helps you get going on them right away. From getting organized to putting the final touches on your prototype, all the information you need is right in the ... Read more

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This valuable little book offers a thorough introduction to the open-source electronics prototyping platform that's taking the design and hobbyist world by storm. Getting Started with Arduino gives you lots of ideas for Arduino projects and helps you get going on them right away. From getting organized to putting the final touches on your prototype, all the information you need is right in the
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Understanding the Basics of Raspberry Pi

A User Guide to Using Raspberry Pi

by Marlon Smith ...

Understanding the Basics of Raspberry Pib is a text written by a very enthusiastic author that loves technology and wants to share it with as many people as he possibly can. Though he is aware that almost everyone has some sort of computer or Smartphone he is aware that there are many other things that he can share about many new technological advances that have been made. One such thing is the ... Read more

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Understanding the Basics of Raspberry Pib is a text written by a very enthusiastic author that loves technology and wants to share it with as many people as he possibly can. Though he is aware that almost everyone has some sort of computer or Smartphone he is aware that there are many other things that he can share about many new technological advances that have been made. One such thing is the
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Reflections on Intelligence

by Magnus Vinding ...

A lot of people are talking about "superintelligent AI" these days. But what are they talking about? Indeed, what is "intelligence" in the first place? This question is often left unanswered in discussions about the peril and promise of artificial intelligence. Magnus Vinding argues that greater clarity about the meaning and nature of "intelligence" is needed if we are to think clearly about the ... Read more

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A lot of people are talking about "superintelligent AI" these days. But what are they talking about? Indeed, what is "intelligence" in the first place? This question is often left unanswered in discussions about the peril and promise of artificial intelligence. Magnus Vinding argues that greater clarity about the meaning and nature of "intelligence" is needed if we are to think clearly about the
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Ask Your Developer

How to Harness the Power of Software Developers and Win in the 21st Century

by Jeff Lawson ...

Jeff Lawson, developer turnedCEO of Twilio (one of BloombergBusinessweek's Top 50 Companies to Watch in 2021),creates*a new* playbook for unleashing the full potential of software developers in any organization, showing how to help managementutilize this coveted and valuable workforce to enablegrowth, solve a wide range of business problems, and drive digital tran... ... Read more

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Jeff Lawson, developer turnedCEO of Twilio (one of BloombergBusinessweek's Top 50 Companies to Watch in 2021),creates*a new* playbook for unleashing the full potential of software developers in any organization, showing how to help managementutilize this coveted and valuable workforce to enablegrowth, solve a wide range of business problems, and drive digital tran...
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(Part 1) Absolute Beginner: Java 4 Selenium WebDriver: Come Learn How To Program For Automation Testing

by Rex Jones ...

Are You Interested in Selenium WebDriver?This is one of the best Java books specifically for SeleniumNote: Book available on your tablet, phone, PDF, PC, Mac, and paperback (Black/White & Color). You will find details of downloading the PDF document inside the book.Why You Will Like Part 1 – Java 4 Selenium WebDriver?Part 1 – Java 4 Selenium WebDriver contains valuable information for... ... Read more

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Are You Interested in Selenium WebDriver?This is one of the best Java books specifically for SeleniumNote: Book available on your tablet, phone, PDF, PC, Mac, and paperback (Black/White & Color). You will find details of downloading the PDF document inside the book.Why You Will Like Part 1 – Java 4 Selenium WebDriver?Part 1 – Java 4 Selenium WebDriver contains valuable information for...
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Raspberry Pi :Raspberry Pi Guide On Python & Projects Programming In Easy Steps

by Jason Scotts ...

"Raspberry Pi Programming Guide" is a text that gives the reader a bit of insight into this form of technology. It is European based and is just making a debut in North America so many are curious about it and what exactly this technology can do. The aim that the author has with this text is to highlight the main functions of Raspberry Pi and how it can be beneficial to the consumer in the long ... Read more

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"Raspberry Pi Programming Guide" is a text that gives the reader a bit of insight into this form of technology. It is European based and is just making a debut in North America so many are curious about it and what exactly this technology can do. The aim that the author has with this text is to highlight the main functions of Raspberry Pi and how it can be beneficial to the consumer in the long
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Arduino: A Technical Reference

A Handbook for Technicians, Engineers, and Makers

by J. M. Hughes ...

Rather than yet another project-based workbook, Arduino: A Technical Reference is a reference and handbook that thoroughly describes the electrical and performance aspects of an Arduino board and its software.This book brings together in one place all the information you need to get something done with Arduino. It will save you from endless web searches and digging through translations of ... Read more

£21.99

Rather than yet another project-based workbook, Arduino: A Technical Reference is a reference and handbook that thoroughly describes the electrical and performance aspects of an Arduino board and its software.This book brings together in one place all the information you need to get something done with Arduino. It will save you from endless web searches and digging through translations of
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(Part 1) You Must Learn VBScript for QTP/UFT: Don't Ignore The Language For Functional Automation Testing

by Rex Jones ...

Are You Interested in QTP/UFT for Automation Testing?This is one of the best VBScript books specifically for QTP/UFTNote: Book available on your tablet, phone, PDF, PC, Mac, and paperback (Black/White & Color). You will find details of downloading the PDF document inside the book.Why Read Part 1 – You Must Learn VBScript for QTP/UFT?Most VBScript books provide a great deal of VBScript information ... Read more

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Are You Interested in QTP/UFT for Automation Testing?This is one of the best VBScript books specifically for QTP/UFTNote: Book available on your tablet, phone, PDF, PC, Mac, and paperback (Black/White & Color). You will find details of downloading the PDF document inside the book.Why Read Part 1 – You Must Learn VBScript for QTP/UFT?Most VBScript books provide a great deal of VBScript information
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Technology Strategy Patterns

Architecture as Strategy

by Eben Hewitt ...

Technologists who want their ideas heard, understood, and funded are often told to speak the language of businessâ??without really knowing what that is. This bookâ??s toolkit provides architects, product managers, technology managers, and executives with a shared languageâ??in the form of repeatable, practical patterns and templatesâ??to produce great technology strategies.Author Eben Hewitt ... Read more

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Technologists who want their ideas heard, understood, and funded are often told to speak the language of businessâ??without really knowing what that is. This bookâ??s toolkit provides architects, product managers, technology managers, and executives with a shared languageâ??in the form of repeatable, practical patterns and templatesâ??to produce great technology strategies.Author Eben Hewitt
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Make: Arduino Bots and Gadgets

Six Embedded Projects with Open Source Hardware and Software

by Tero Karvinen, Kimmo Karvinen ...

Want to build your own robots, turn your ideas into prototypes, control devices with a computer, or make your own cell phone applications? It's a snap with this book and the Arduino open source electronic prototyping platform. Get started with six fun projects and achieve impressive results quickly.Gain the know-how and experience to invent your own cool gadgets.With Arduino, building your own ... Read more

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Want to build your own robots, turn your ideas into prototypes, control devices with a computer, or make your own cell phone applications? It's a snap with this book and the Arduino open source electronic prototyping platform. Get started with six fun projects and achieve impressive results quickly.Gain the know-how and experience to invent your own cool gadgets.With Arduino, building your own
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Ajax in One Hour, For Beginners, Learn Coding Fast

by Ray Yao ...

"Ajax in One Hour" covers most essential Ajax knowledge. You can learn primary skills of Ajax fast and easily. ... Read more

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"Ajax in One Hour" covers most essential Ajax knowledge. You can learn primary skills of Ajax fast and easily.
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Python for Beginners. A Smarter Way to Learn Python in 5 Days and Remember it Longer. With Easy Step by Step Guidance and Hands on Examples. (Python Crash Course-Programming for Beginners)

by Arthur T. Brooks ...

Have you always wanted to learn computer programming but thought it was too difficult or would take too long?Do you want to know the secret to learning Python the easy way and start programming today?This book is for you.You don't need to waste your time and money learning Python the hard way through tiresome technical books, expensive online courses and difficult Python tutorials.This non ... Read more

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Have you always wanted to learn computer programming but thought it was too difficult or would take too long?Do you want to know the secret to learning Python the easy way and start programming today?This book is for you.You don't need to waste your time and money learning Python the hard way through tiresome technical books, expensive online courses and difficult Python tutorials.This non
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Learning OpenTelemetry

Setting Up and Operating a Modern Observability System

by Ted Young, Austin Parker ...

OpenTelemetry is a revolution in observability data. Instead of running multiple uncoordinated pipelines, OpenTelemetry provides users with a single integrated stream of data, providing multiple sources of high-quality telemetry data: tracing, metrics, logs, RUM, eBPF, and more. This practical guide shows you how to set up, operate, and troubleshoot the OpenTelemetry observability system.Authors ... Read more

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OpenTelemetry is a revolution in observability data. Instead of running multiple uncoordinated pipelines, OpenTelemetry provides users with a single integrated stream of data, providing multiple sources of high-quality telemetry data: tracing, metrics, logs, RUM, eBPF, and more. This practical guide shows you how to set up, operate, and troubleshoot the OpenTelemetry observability system.Authors
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The Product-Minded Engineer

Building Impactful Software for Your Users

by Drew Hoskins ...

In the fast-paced world of software engineering, developing technical skills often takes precedence. However, if you're seeking career advancement, enhancing your technical skills alone is not enough; you also need to deepen your empathy for users—a skill frequently overlooked in traditional engineering roles. Understanding user needs and the broader impact of your work will not only lead to ... Read more

£34.99

In the fast-paced world of software engineering, developing technical skills often takes precedence. However, if you're seeking career advancement, enhancing your technical skills alone is not enough; you also need to deepen your empathy for users—a skill frequently overlooked in traditional engineering roles. Understanding user needs and the broader impact of your work will not only lead to
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Charles Babbage from the Beginning

by Lucy Simister ...

This is a three part story it deals with Charles Babbage's ancestors through the ages. Secondly, his own life as a child then as a teenager and going on to university, his family life. Thirdly and his relationship with the remarkable Ada Bryon), and thirdly what inspired him to want to build a computer and his life as an inventor. ... Read more

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This is a three part story it deals with Charles Babbage's ancestors through the ages. Secondly, his own life as a child then as a teenager and going on to university, his family life. Thirdly and his relationship with the remarkable Ada Bryon), and thirdly what inspired him to want to build a computer and his life as an inventor.
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GameCube Architecture

Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis, #10

by Rodrigo Copetti ...

Series Book 10 - Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis
Gone are the days of '3D-attempts', Nintendo's new offering consists of a clean and powerful break from its predecessor that will open the door to new, original and unseen content.It's worth pointing out that the design of this architecture led to one of the most compact hardware of this generation. This was emphasised by the lack of slims or lite revisions.Architecture of Consoles: A Practical ... Read more

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Gone are the days of '3D-attempts', Nintendo's new offering consists of a clean and powerful break from its predecessor that will open the door to new, original and unseen content.It's worth pointing out that the design of this architecture led to one of the most compact hardware of this generation. This was emphasised by the lack of slims or lite revisions.Architecture of Consoles: A Practical
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How Disk Drives Work

by Robert Stetson ...

Ever wonder what goes on inside of your computer? You might be surprised to discover that it’s not as complicated as you think.I will explain in plain English how the computer works, from the software right on down through the actual hardware. It’s not as magical as you think.The only complex thing about the computer is the jargon we have created to keep the rest of the people from having any idea ... Read more

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Ever wonder what goes on inside of your computer? You might be surprised to discover that it’s not as complicated as you think.I will explain in plain English how the computer works, from the software right on down through the actual hardware. It’s not as magical as you think.The only complex thing about the computer is the jargon we have created to keep the rest of the people from having any idea
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Wii Architecture

Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis, #11

by Rodrigo Copetti ...

Series Book 11 - Architecture of Consoles: A Practical Analysis
Even though the Wii lacked the state of art graphics its competitors enjoyed, new types of control and innovative software gave this console new areas to brag about.Here we will analyse every aspect of this console, from its already-familiar hardware to its overlooked security system, including its major flaws.Architecture of Consoles: A Practical AnalysisLooking at the evolution of video game ... Read more

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Even though the Wii lacked the state of art graphics its competitors enjoyed, new types of control and innovative software gave this console new areas to brag about.Here we will analyse every aspect of this console, from its already-familiar hardware to its overlooked security system, including its major flaws.Architecture of Consoles: A Practical AnalysisLooking at the evolution of video game
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Computational Thinking

by Peter J. Denning, Matti Tedre ...

Series series The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series
This pocket-sized introduction to computational thinking and problem-solving traces its genealogy centuries before the digital computer.A few decades into the digital era, scientists discovered that thinking in terms of computation made possible an entirely new way of organizing scientific investigation. Eventually, every field had a computational branch: computational physics, computational ... Read more

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This pocket-sized introduction to computational thinking and problem-solving traces its genealogy centuries before the digital computer.A few decades into the digital era, scientists discovered that thinking in terms of computation made possible an entirely new way of organizing scientific investigation. Eventually, every field had a computational branch: computational physics, computational
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