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Data Contracts

Developing Production-Grade Pipelines at Scale

by Chad Sanderson, Mark Freeman, B. E. Schmidt ...

Poor data quality can cause major problems for data teams, from breaking revenue-generating data pipelines to losing the trust of data consumers. Despite the importance of data quality, many data teams still struggle to avoid these issues—especially when their data is sourced from upstream workflows outside of their control. The solution: data contracts. Data contracts enable high-quality, well ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Poor data quality can cause major problems for data teams, from breaking revenue-generating data pipelines to losing the trust of data consumers. Despite the importance of data quality, many data teams still struggle to avoid these issues—especially when their data is sourced from upstream workflows outside of their control. The solution: data contracts. Data contracts enable high-quality, well
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Building Integrations with MuleSoft

Integrating Systems and Unifying Data in the Enterprise

by Pooja Kamath, Diane Kesler ...

This concise yet comprehensive guide shows developers and architects how to tackle data integration challenges with MuleSoft. Authors Pooja Kamath and Diane Kesler take you through the process necessary to build robust and scalable integration solutions step-by-step.Supported by real-world use cases, Building Integrations with MuleSoft teaches you to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ... Read more

$36.79 USD

This concise yet comprehensive guide shows developers and architects how to tackle data integration challenges with MuleSoft. Authors Pooja Kamath and Diane Kesler take you through the process necessary to build robust and scalable integration solutions step-by-step.Supported by real-world use cases, Building Integrations with MuleSoft teaches you to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks,
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Learning Informatica PowerCenter 10.x

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

by Rahul Malewar ...

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

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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

Leverage the computational power of Python with more than 60 recipes that arm you with the required skills to make informed business decisions

by Robert Dempsey ...

Leverage the computational power of Python with more than 60 recipes that arm you with the required skills to make informed business decisions.Key Features\[\*\]Want to minimize risk and optimize profits of your business? Learn to create efficient analytical reports with ease using this highly practical, easy-to-follow guide.\[\*\]Learn to apply Python for business intelligence tasks—preparing, ... Read more

$34.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Leverage the computational power of Python with more than 60 recipes that arm you with the required skills to make informed business decisions.Key Features\[\*\]Want to minimize risk and optimize profits of your business? Learn to create efficient analytical reports with ease using this highly practical, easy-to-follow guide.\[\*\]Learn to apply Python for business intelligence tasks—preparing,
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Mastering DynamoDB

by Tanmay Deshpande ...

If you have interest in DynamoDB and want to know what DynamoDB is all about and become proficient in using it, this is the book for you. If you are an intermediate user who wishes to enhance your knowledge of DynamoDB, this book is aimed at you. Basic familiarity with programming, NoSQL, and cloud computing concepts would be helpful. ... Read more

$26.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

If you have interest in DynamoDB and want to know what DynamoDB is all about and become proficient in using it, this is the book for you. If you are an intermediate user who wishes to enhance your knowledge of DynamoDB, this book is aimed at you. Basic familiarity with programming, NoSQL, and cloud computing concepts would be helpful.
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Azure Databricks Cookbook

Accelerate and scale real-time analytics solutions using the Apache Spark-based analytics service

by Phani Raj, Vinod Jaiswal ...

Get to grips with building and productionizing end-to-end big data solutions in Azure and learn best practices for working with large datasetsKey FeaturesIntegrate with Azure Synapse Analytics, Cosmos DB, and Azure HDInsight Kafka Cluster to scale and analyze your projects and build pipelinesUse Databricks SQL to run ad hoc queries on your data lake and create dashboardsProductionize a solution ... Read more

$41.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get to grips with building and productionizing end-to-end big data solutions in Azure and learn best practices for working with large datasetsKey FeaturesIntegrate with Azure Synapse Analytics, Cosmos DB, and Azure HDInsight Kafka Cluster to scale and analyze your projects and build pipelinesUse Databricks SQL to run ad hoc queries on your data lake and create dashboardsProductionize a solution
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Hands-On Entity Resolution

A Practical Guide to Data Matching with Python

by Michael Shearer ...

Entity resolution is a key analytic technique that enables you to identify multiple data records that refer to the same real-world entity. With this hands-on guide, product managers, data analysts, and data scientists will learn how to add value to data by cleansing, analyzing, and resolving datasets using open source Python libraries and cloud APIs.Author Michael Shearer shows you how to scale up ... Read more

$41.09 USD

Entity resolution is a key analytic technique that enables you to identify multiple data records that refer to the same real-world entity. With this hands-on guide, product managers, data analysts, and data scientists will learn how to add value to data by cleansing, analyzing, and resolving datasets using open source Python libraries and cloud APIs.Author Michael Shearer shows you how to scale up
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Streaming, Sharing, Stealing

Big Data and the Future of Entertainment

by Michael D. Smith, Rahul Telang ...

How big data is transforming the creative industries, and how those industries can use lessons from Netflix, Amazon, and Apple to fight back.“[The authors explain] gently yet firmly exactly how the internet threatens established ways and what can and cannot be done about it. Their book should be required for anyone who wishes to believe that nothing much has changed.”—The Wall Street Journal ... Read more

$15.99 USD

How big data is transforming the creative industries, and how those industries can use lessons from Netflix, Amazon, and Apple to fight back.“[The authors explain] gently yet firmly exactly how the internet threatens established ways and what can and cannot be done about it. Their book should be required for anyone who wishes to believe that nothing much has changed.”—The Wall Street Journal
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No-Code Data Science

Mastering Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence

by David Patrishkoff, Robert E Hoyt ...

No-Code Data Science is a revolutionary book that democratizes the application of predictive analytics for organizations of all sizes. This first-of-its-kind textbook book is designed to empower readers with the ability to leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI without using a programming language, such as Python or R. It’s a comprehensive guide to no-code data science (NCDS) that ... Read more

$24.89 USD

No-Code Data Science is a revolutionary book that democratizes the application of predictive analytics for organizations of all sizes. This first-of-its-kind textbook book is designed to empower readers with the ability to leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI without using a programming language, such as Python or R. It’s a comprehensive guide to no-code data science (NCDS) that
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Julia for Data Analysis

by Bogumil Bogumil ...

Master core data analysis skills using Julia. Interesting hands-on projects guide you through time series data, predictive models, popularity ranking, and more.In Julia for Data Analysis you will learn how to:Read and write data in various formatsWork with tabular data, including subsetting, grouping, and transformingVisualize your dataBuild predictive modelsCreate data processing pipelinesCreate ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Master core data analysis skills using Julia. Interesting hands-on projects guide you through time series data, predictive models, popularity ranking, and more.In Julia for Data Analysis you will learn how to:Read and write data in various formatsWork with tabular data, including subsetting, grouping, and transformingVisualize your dataBuild predictive modelsCreate data processing pipelinesCreate
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Microsoft Power BI Quick Start Guide

The ultimate beginner's guide to data modeling, visualization, digital storytelling, and more

by Devin Knight, Erin Ostrowsky, Mitchell Pearson, Bradley Schacht ...

Bring your data to life with this accessible yet fast-paced introduction to Power BI, now in color. Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader FreeKey FeaturesLearn faster with practical examples of the latest features of Power BI, including navigator buttons, column-level security, visualizing goals, and moreMigrate your existing Excel and data analysis skills to Power ... Read more

$28.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Bring your data to life with this accessible yet fast-paced introduction to Power BI, now in color. Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader FreeKey FeaturesLearn faster with practical examples of the latest features of Power BI, including navigator buttons, column-level security, visualizing goals, and moreMigrate your existing Excel and data analysis skills to Power
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Deep Learning with PyTorch

A practical approach to building neural network models using PyTorch

by Vishnu Subramanian ...

Build neural network models in text, vision and advanced analytics using PyTorchKey FeaturesLearn PyTorch for implementing cutting-edge deep learning algorithms.Train your neural networks for higher speed and flexibility and learn how to implement them in various scenarios;Cover various advanced neural network architecture such as ResNet, Inception, DenseNet and more with practical examples;Book ... Read more

$34.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build neural network models in text, vision and advanced analytics using PyTorchKey FeaturesLearn PyTorch for implementing cutting-edge deep learning algorithms.Train your neural networks for higher speed and flexibility and learn how to implement them in various scenarios;Cover various advanced neural network architecture such as ResNet, Inception, DenseNet and more with practical examples;Book
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Managing Data Science

Effective strategies to manage data science projects and build a sustainable team

by Kirill Dubovikov ...

Understand data science concepts and methodologies to manage and deliver top-notch solutions for your organizationKey FeaturesLearn the basics of data science and explore its possibilities and limitationsManage data science projects and assemble teams effectively even in the most challenging situationsUnderstand management principles and approaches for data science projects to streamline the ... Read more

$22.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand data science concepts and methodologies to manage and deliver top-notch solutions for your organizationKey FeaturesLearn the basics of data science and explore its possibilities and limitationsManage data science projects and assemble teams effectively even in the most challenging situationsUnderstand management principles and approaches for data science projects to streamline the
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Mastering Blockchain

Distributed ledger technology, decentralization, and smart contracts explained

by Imran Bashir, Ankur Daharwal, Pranav Burnwal ...

Learn about cryptography and cryptocurrencies, so you can build highly secure, decentralized applications and conduct trusted in-app transactions.Key FeaturesGet to grips with the underlying technical principles and implementations of blockchainBuild powerful applications using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contractsExplore cryptography, mine cryptocurrencies, and solve ... Read more

$36.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn about cryptography and cryptocurrencies, so you can build highly secure, decentralized applications and conduct trusted in-app transactions.Key FeaturesGet to grips with the underlying technical principles and implementations of blockchainBuild powerful applications using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contractsExplore cryptography, mine cryptocurrencies, and solve
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Learning Hunk

A quick, practical guide to rapidly visualizing and analyzing your Hadoop data using Hunk

by Dmitry Anoshin, Sergey Sheypak ...

Visualize and analyze your Hadoop data using HunkKey Features\[\*\] Explore your data in Hadoop and NoSQL data stores\[\*\] Create and optimize your reporting experience with advanced data visualizations and data analytics\[\*\] A comprehensive developer's guide that helps you create outstanding analytical solutions efficientlyBook DescriptionHunk is the big data analytics platform that lets you ... Read more

$21.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Visualize and analyze your Hadoop data using HunkKey Features\[\*\] Explore your data in Hadoop and NoSQL data stores\[\*\] Create and optimize your reporting experience with advanced data visualizations and data analytics\[\*\] A comprehensive developer's guide that helps you create outstanding analytical solutions efficientlyBook DescriptionHunk is the big data analytics platform that lets you
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iPhone 12 User Guide

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

by Stone O. Crux ...

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

$5.50 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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

Prepare for the PL-300 Exam and Use Power BI Successfully

by Paul Turley ...

Passing the PL-300 exam with 2025 revisions isn't just about memorization—you need to thoroughly know the basic features of Power BI. However, data professionals must also apply best practices that make Power BI solutions scalable and future-proof. The first half of this go-to companion by Paul Turley provides complete coverage of the PL-300 exam objectives for desktop and self-service users, ... Read more

$36.79 USD

Passing the PL-300 exam with 2025 revisions isn't just about memorization—you need to thoroughly know the basic features of Power BI. However, data professionals must also apply best practices that make Power BI solutions scalable and future-proof. The first half of this go-to companion by Paul Turley provides complete coverage of the PL-300 exam objectives for desktop and self-service users,
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SQL Server 2019 Administrator's Guide

A definitive guide for DBAs to implement, monitor, and maintain enterprise database solutions

by Marek Chmel, Vladimír Mužný ...

Use Microsoft SQL Server 2019 to implement, administer, and secure a robust database solution that is disaster-proof and highly availableKey FeaturesExplore new features of SQL Server 2019 to set up, administer, and maintain your database solution successfullyDevelop a dynamic SQL Server environment and streamline big data pipelinesDiscover best practices for fixing performance issues, database ... Read more

$34.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Use Microsoft SQL Server 2019 to implement, administer, and secure a robust database solution that is disaster-proof and highly availableKey FeaturesExplore new features of SQL Server 2019 to set up, administer, and maintain your database solution successfullyDevelop a dynamic SQL Server environment and streamline big data pipelinesDiscover best practices for fixing performance issues, database
... Read more
The Data Hero Playbook

Developing Your Data Leadership Superpowers

by Malcolm Hawker ...

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

$21.00 USD

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

Master Data Management and Information Integration

by Yinle Zhou, John R. Talburt ...

Entity Information Life Cycle for Big Data walks you through the ins and outs of managing entity information so you can successfully achieve master data management (MDM) in the era of big data. This book explains big data's impact on MDM and the critical role of entity information management system (EIMS) in successful MDM. Expert authors Dr. John R. Talburt and Dr. Yinle Zhou provide a thorough ... Read more

$58.49 USD

Entity Information Life Cycle for Big Data walks you through the ins and outs of managing entity information so you can successfully achieve master data management (MDM) in the era of big data. This book explains big data's impact on MDM and the critical role of entity information management system (EIMS) in successful MDM. Expert authors Dr. John R. Talburt and Dr. Yinle Zhou provide a thorough
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Practical Lakehouse Architecture

Designing and Implementing Modern Data Platforms at Scale

by Gaurav Ashok Thalpati ...

This concise yet comprehensive guide explains how to adopt a data lakehouse architecture to implement modern data platforms. It reviews the design considerations, challenges, and best practices for implementing a lakehouse and provides key insights into the ways that using a lakehouse can impact your data platform, from managing structured and unstructured data and supporting BI and AI/ML use ... Read more

$43.19 USD

This concise yet comprehensive guide explains how to adopt a data lakehouse architecture to implement modern data platforms. It reviews the design considerations, challenges, and best practices for implementing a lakehouse and provides key insights into the ways that using a lakehouse can impact your data platform, from managing structured and unstructured data and supporting BI and AI/ML use
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Regression Analysis with R

Design and develop statistical nodes to identify unique relationships within data at scale

by Giuseppe Ciaburro, Pierre Paquay, Manoj Kumar, Shaikh Salamatullah ...

Build effective regression models in R to extract valuable insights from real dataKey FeaturesImplement different regression analysis techniques to solve common problems in data science - from data exploration to dealing with missing valuesFrom Simple Linear Regression to Logistic Regression - this book covers all regression techniques and their implementation in RA complete guide to building ... Read more

$34.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build effective regression models in R to extract valuable insights from real dataKey FeaturesImplement different regression analysis techniques to solve common problems in data science - from data exploration to dealing with missing valuesFrom Simple Linear Regression to Logistic Regression - this book covers all regression techniques and their implementation in RA complete guide to building
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Streaming Data

Understanding the real-time pipeline

by Andrew Psaltis ...

SummaryStreaming Data introduces the concepts and requirements of streaming and real-time data systems. The book is an idea-rich tutorial that teaches you to think about how to efficiently interact with fast-flowing data.About the TechnologyAs humans, we're constantly filtering and deciphering the information streaming toward us. In the same way, streaming data applications can accomplish amazing ... Read more

$49.99 USD

SummaryStreaming Data introduces the concepts and requirements of streaming and real-time data systems. The book is an idea-rich tutorial that teaches you to think about how to efficiently interact with fast-flowing data.About the TechnologyAs humans, we're constantly filtering and deciphering the information streaming toward us. In the same way, streaming data applications can accomplish amazing
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Getting Started with Couchbase Server

Extreme Scalability at Your Fingertips

by MC Brown ...

Do you know what to do if your web application goes viral and usage suddenly explodes? This concise guide introduces you to Couchbase Server, an extremely fast NoSQL database that automatically distributes data across a cluster of commodity servers or virtual machines. You’ll learn hands-on how to build a Couchbase cluster without changing your application, and how to expand your database on the ... Read more

$13.09 USD

Do you know what to do if your web application goes viral and usage suddenly explodes? This concise guide introduces you to Couchbase Server, an extremely fast NoSQL database that automatically distributes data across a cluster of commodity servers or virtual machines. You’ll learn hands-on how to build a Couchbase cluster without changing your application, and how to expand your database on the
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