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Poirot's Early Cases

by Agatha Christie ...

Series Book 0 - Hercule Poirot
Poirot's Early Cases is a short story collection written by the master of mystery herself, Agatha Christie. In the collection, Christie charts some of the cases from Hercule Poirot's early career, before he was internationally renowned as a detective.Poirot's Early Cases features:The Affair at the Victory BallThe Adventure of the Clapham CookThe Cornish MysteryThe Adventure of Johnnie WaverlyThe ... Read more

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Poirot's Early Cases is a short story collection written by the master of mystery herself, Agatha Christie. In the collection, Christie charts some of the cases from Hercule Poirot's early career, before he was internationally renowned as a detective.Poirot's Early Cases features:The Affair at the Victory BallThe Adventure of the Clapham CookThe Cornish MysteryThe Adventure of Johnnie WaverlyThe
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Python

Beginner's Guide to Programming Code with Python

by Charlie Masterson ...

Series Book 1 - Python Computer Programming
Learn Python programming today and begin your path towards Python programming mastery!In this Definitive Python Guide, you’re about to discover...How to program code in Python through learning the core essentials that every Python programmer must know. Python is a very popular programming language, and there are a great many books on the market concerning it. We cut to the chase and tell you why ... Read more

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Learn Python programming today and begin your path towards Python programming mastery!In this Definitive Python Guide, you’re about to discover...How to program code in Python through learning the core essentials that every Python programmer must know. Python is a very popular programming language, and there are a great many books on the market concerning it. We cut to the chase and tell you why
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Learning SQL

Generate, Manipulate, and Retrieve Data

by Alan Beaulieu ...

As data floods into your company, you need to put it to work right away—and SQL is the best tool for the job. With the latest edition of this introductory guide, author Alan Beaulieu helps developers get up to speed with SQL fundamentals for writing database applications, performing administrative tasks, and generating reports. You’ll find new chapters on SQL and big data, analytic functions, and ... Read more

$41.99 USD

As data floods into your company, you need to put it to work right away—and SQL is the best tool for the job. With the latest edition of this introductory guide, author Alan Beaulieu helps developers get up to speed with SQL fundamentals for writing database applications, performing administrative tasks, and generating reports. You’ll find new chapters on SQL and big data, analytic functions, and
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The Mathematics of Large Language Models

From Tokens to Transformers, Training to Decoding

by Team Trex ...

"The Mathematics of Large Language Models: From Tokens to Transformers, Training to Decoding""The Mathematics of Large Language Models" bridges the gap between high-level intuition and rigorous implementation. This book is designed for machine learning engineers, data scientists, and researchers who demand a precise mathematical understanding of how modern generative AI functions. By peeling away ... Read more

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"The Mathematics of Large Language Models: From Tokens to Transformers, Training to Decoding""The Mathematics of Large Language Models" bridges the gap between high-level intuition and rigorous implementation. This book is designed for machine learning engineers, data scientists, and researchers who demand a precise mathematical understanding of how modern generative AI functions. By peeling away
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Python Crash Course, 3rd Edition

A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming

by Eric Matthes ...

Python Crash Course is the world’s bestselling programming book, with over 1,500,000 copies sold to date!Python Crash Course is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. This fast-paced, thorough introduction will have you writing programs, solving problems, and developing functioning applications in no time.You’ll start by learning basic programming concepts, such as ... Read more

$29.99 USD

Python Crash Course is the world’s bestselling programming book, with over 1,500,000 copies sold to date!Python Crash Course is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. This fast-paced, thorough introduction will have you writing programs, solving problems, and developing functioning applications in no time.You’ll start by learning basic programming concepts, such as
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Tour of C++, A

by Bjarne Stroustrup ...

In A Tour of C++, Third Edition, Bjarne Stroustrup provides an overview of ISO C++, C++20, that aims to give experienced programmers a clear understanding of what constitutes modern C++. Featuring carefully crafted examples and practical help in getting started, this revised and updated edition concisely covers most major language features and the major standard-library components needed for ... Read more

$34.19 USD

In A Tour of C++, Third Edition, Bjarne Stroustrup provides an overview of ISO C++, C++20, that aims to give experienced programmers a clear understanding of what constitutes modern C++. Featuring carefully crafted examples and practical help in getting started, this revised and updated edition concisely covers most major language features and the major standard-library components needed for
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Generative Design

Visualize, Program, and Create with JavaScript in p5.js

by Benedikt Gross, Hartmut Bohnacker, Julia Laub, Claudius Lazzeroni, Joey Lee, Niels Poldervaart ...

Translated by Marie Frohling ...

Generative design, once known only to insiders as a revolutionary method of creating artwork, models, and animations with programmed algorithms, has in recent years become a popular tool for designers. By using simple languages such as JavaScript in p5.js, artists and makers can create everything from interactive typography and textiles to 3D-printed furniture to complex and elegant infographics ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Generative design, once known only to insiders as a revolutionary method of creating artwork, models, and animations with programmed algorithms, has in recent years become a popular tool for designers. By using simple languages such as JavaScript in p5.js, artists and makers can create everything from interactive typography and textiles to 3D-printed furniture to complex and elegant infographics
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Modern C++ Programming Cookbook

Recipes to explore data structure, multithreading, and networking in C++17

by Marius Bancila ...

Over 100 recipes to help you overcome your difficulties with C++ programming and gain a deeper understanding of the working of modern C++ Key Features\[\*\] Explore the most important language and library features of C++17, including containers, algorithms, regular expressions, threads, and more,\[\*\] Get going with unit testing frameworks Boost.Test, Google Test and Catch,\[\*\] Extend your C++ ... Read more

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Over 100 recipes to help you overcome your difficulties with C++ programming and gain a deeper understanding of the working of modern C++ Key Features\[\*\] Explore the most important language and library features of C++17, including containers, algorithms, regular expressions, threads, and more,\[\*\] Get going with unit testing frameworks Boost.Test, Google Test and Catch,\[\*\] Extend your C++
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Functional Programming in C#

Classic Programming Techniques for Modern Projects

by Oliver Sturm ...

Take advantage of the growing trend in functional programming.C# is the number-one language used by .NET developers and one of the most popular programming languages in the world. It has many built-in functional programming features, but most are complex and little understood. With the shift to functional programming increasing at a rapid pace, you need to know how to leverage your existing skills ... Read more

$34.99 USD

Take advantage of the growing trend in functional programming.C# is the number-one language used by .NET developers and one of the most popular programming languages in the world. It has many built-in functional programming features, but most are complex and little understood. With the shift to functional programming increasing at a rapid pace, you need to know how to leverage your existing skills
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Inventing ELIZA

How the First Chatbot Shaped the Future of AI

by David M. Berry, Sarah Ciston, Anthony C. Hay, Mark C. Marino, Peter Millican ...

Series series Software Studies
How the original ELIZA chatbot transformed ideas about AI and society’s response to them.As we reach the 60th anniversary of ELIZA’s public debut, Inventing ELIZA offers the first comprehensive critical analysis of Joseph Weizenbaum’s groundbreaking chatbot system through the lens of critical code studies. Drawing on extensive archival research at MIT, Stanford, and UCLA, this book presents the ... Read more

$25.99 USD

How the original ELIZA chatbot transformed ideas about AI and society’s response to them.As we reach the 60th anniversary of ELIZA’s public debut, Inventing ELIZA offers the first comprehensive critical analysis of Joseph Weizenbaum’s groundbreaking chatbot system through the lens of critical code studies. Drawing on extensive archival research at MIT, Stanford, and UCLA, this book presents the
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T-SQL Fundamentals

by Itzik Ben-Gan ...

Query and modify data effectively with the latest T-SQL featuresMaster Transact-SQL's fundamentals, and write correct, robust code for querying and modifying data with modern Microsoft data technologies, including SQL Server 2022, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance. Long-time Microsoft Data Platform MVP Itzik Ben-Gan explains key T-SQL concepts, helping you apply your knowledge ... Read more

$43.19 USD

Query and modify data effectively with the latest T-SQL featuresMaster Transact-SQL's fundamentals, and write correct, robust code for querying and modifying data with modern Microsoft data technologies, including SQL Server 2022, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance. Long-time Microsoft Data Platform MVP Itzik Ben-Gan explains key T-SQL concepts, helping you apply your knowledge
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Microsoft Power Apps Cookbook

Build user-friendly apps, troubleshoot challenges, and navigate the evolving Power Apps landscape

by Eickhel Mendoza ...

Learn the art of Power Apps with hands-on recipes for development, automation, and AI-powered solutions, combining Power Apps with components of the Power Platform such as Power Automate, Dataverse, Power BI, and Power Pages. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesExplore how to build apps without custom IT developmentAccelerate development with ... Read more

$35.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn the art of Power Apps with hands-on recipes for development, automation, and AI-powered solutions, combining Power Apps with components of the Power Platform such as Power Automate, Dataverse, Power BI, and Power Pages. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesExplore how to build apps without custom IT developmentAccelerate development with
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Fluent Python

Clear, Concise, and Effective Programming

by Luciano Ramalho ...

Don't waste time bending Python to fit patterns you've learned in other languages. Python's simplicity lets you become productive quickly, but often this means you aren't using everything the language has to offer. With the updated edition of this hands-on guide, you'll learn how to write effective, modern Python 3 code by leveraging its best ideas.Discover and apply idiomatic Python 3 features ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Don't waste time bending Python to fit patterns you've learned in other languages. Python's simplicity lets you become productive quickly, but often this means you aren't using everything the language has to offer. With the updated edition of this hands-on guide, you'll learn how to write effective, modern Python 3 code by leveraging its best ideas.Discover and apply idiomatic Python 3 features
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Build a Large Language Model (From Scratch)

by Sebastian Raschka ...

Series series From Scratch
How to implement LLM attention mechanisms and GPT-style transformers.In Build a Large Language Model (from Scratch) bestselling author Sebastian Raschka guides you step by step through creating your own LLM. Each stage is explained with clear text, diagrams, and examples. You’ll go from the initial design and creation, to pretraining on a general corpus, and on to fine-tuning for specific tasks ... Read more

$49.99 USD

How to implement LLM attention mechanisms and GPT-style transformers.In Build a Large Language Model (from Scratch) bestselling author Sebastian Raschka guides you step by step through creating your own LLM. Each stage is explained with clear text, diagrams, and examples. You’ll go from the initial design and creation, to pretraining on a general corpus, and on to fine-tuning for specific tasks
... Read more
Mastering Robotics Research

From Enthusiast To Expert

by Rob Botwright ...

Unlock Your Potential in Robotics Research with Our Book Bundle! Are you passionate about robotics? Do you dream of becoming an expert in this exciting field? Look no further! Introducing the "Mastering Robotics Research" book bundle—a comprehensive collection of knowledge that will take you from an enthusiastic beginner to a seasoned expert. Book 1: Introduction to Robotics Research: A Beginner ... Read more

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Unlock Your Potential in Robotics Research with Our Book Bundle! Are you passionate about robotics? Do you dream of becoming an expert in this exciting field? Look no further! Introducing the "Mastering Robotics Research" book bundle—a comprehensive collection of knowledge that will take you from an enthusiastic beginner to a seasoned expert. Book 1: Introduction to Robotics Research: A Beginner
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TCP/IP Sockets in C#

Practical Guide for Programmers

by David Makofske, Michael J. Donahoo, Kenneth L. Calvert ...

Series series The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Data Management Systems
"TCP/IP sockets in C# is an excellent book for anyone interested in writing network applications using Microsoft .Net frameworks. It is a unique combination of well written concise text and rich carefully selected set of working examples. For the beginner of network programming, it's a good starting book; on the other hand professionals could also take advantage of excellent handy sample code ... Read more

$28.99 USD

"TCP/IP sockets in C# is an excellent book for anyone interested in writing network applications using Microsoft .Net frameworks. It is a unique combination of well written concise text and rich carefully selected set of working examples. For the beginner of network programming, it's a good starting book; on the other hand professionals could also take advantage of excellent handy sample code
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PHP, MySQL, & JavaScript All-In-One For Dummies

by Richard Blum ...

Learn the essentials of creating web apps with some of the most popular programming languagesPHP, MySQL, & JavaScript All-in-One For Dummies bundles the essentials of coding in some of the most in-demand web development languages. You'll learn to create your own data-driven web applications and interactive web content. The three powerful languages covered in this book form the backbone of top ... Read more

$30.00 USD

Learn the essentials of creating web apps with some of the most popular programming languagesPHP, MySQL, & JavaScript All-in-One For Dummies bundles the essentials of coding in some of the most in-demand web development languages. You'll learn to create your own data-driven web applications and interactive web content. The three powerful languages covered in this book form the backbone of top
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Spring Cloud Data Flow

Native Cloud Orchestration Services for Microservice Applications on Modern Runtimes

by Felipe Gutierrez ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Work with big data applications by using Spring Cloud Data Flow as a unified, distributed, and extensible system for data ingestion and integration, real-time analytics and data processing pipelines, batch processing, and data export. With this book you will develop a foundation for creating applications that use real-time data streaming by combining different technologies and use the full power ... Read more

$71.99 USD

Work with big data applications by using Spring Cloud Data Flow as a unified, distributed, and extensible system for data ingestion and integration, real-time analytics and data processing pipelines, batch processing, and data export. With this book you will develop a foundation for creating applications that use real-time data streaming by combining different technologies and use the full power
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Programming Concepts in C++

by Robert Burns ...

Programming Concepts in C++ is one in a series of books that introduce the basic concepts of computer programming, using a selected programming language. Other books in the series use languages like Java and Python, but all focus on concepts and not on any particular language. The presentation of the material is the same in each language, and much of the text is identical. Code samples are ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Programming Concepts in C++ is one in a series of books that introduce the basic concepts of computer programming, using a selected programming language. Other books in the series use languages like Java and Python, but all focus on concepts and not on any particular language. The presentation of the material is the same in each language, and much of the text is identical. Code samples are
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Dive Into Algorithms

A Pythonic Adventure for the Intrepid Beginner

by Bradford Tuckfield ...

Dive Into Algorithms is a broad introduction to algorithms using the Python Programming Language.Dive Into Algorithms is a wide-ranging, Pythonic tour of many of the world's most interesting algorithms. With little more than a bit of computer programming experience and basic high-school math, you'll explore standard computer science algorithms for searching, sorting, and optimization; human-based ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Dive Into Algorithms is a broad introduction to algorithms using the Python Programming Language.Dive Into Algorithms is a wide-ranging, Pythonic tour of many of the world's most interesting algorithms. With little more than a bit of computer programming experience and basic high-school math, you'll explore standard computer science algorithms for searching, sorting, and optimization; human-based
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Architecture Patterns with Python

Enabling Test-Driven Development, Domain-Driven Design, and Event-Driven Microservices

by Harry Percival, Bob Gregory ...

As Python continues to grow in popularity, projects are becoming larger and more complex. Many Python developers are taking an interest in high-level software design patterns such as hexagonal/clean architecture, event-driven architecture, and the strategic patterns prescribed by domain-driven design (DDD). But translating those patterns into Python isn’t always straightforward.With this hands-on ... Read more

$41.99 USD

As Python continues to grow in popularity, projects are becoming larger and more complex. Many Python developers are taking an interest in high-level software design patterns such as hexagonal/clean architecture, event-driven architecture, and the strategic patterns prescribed by domain-driven design (DDD). But translating those patterns into Python isn’t always straightforward.With this hands-on
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QGIS: Becoming a GIS Power User

by Anita Graser, Ben Mearns, Alex Mandel, Victor Olaya Ferrero, Alexander Bruy ...

Master data management, visualization, and spatial analysis techniques in QGIS and become a GIS power userAbout This BookLearn how to work with various types of data and create beautiful maps using this easy-to-follow guideGive a touch of professionalism to your maps, both for functionality and look and feel, with the help of this practical guideThis progressive, hands-on guide builds on a geo ... Read more

$61.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master data management, visualization, and spatial analysis techniques in QGIS and become a GIS power userAbout This BookLearn how to work with various types of data and create beautiful maps using this easy-to-follow guideGive a touch of professionalism to your maps, both for functionality and look and feel, with the help of this practical guideThis progressive, hands-on guide builds on a geo
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The Art of SQL

by Stephane Faroult, Peter Robson ...

For all the buzz about trendy IT techniques, data processing is still at the core of our systems, especially now that enterprises all over the world are confronted with exploding volumes of data. Database performance has become a major headache, and most IT departments believe that developers should provide simple SQL code to solve immediate problems and let DBAs tune any "bad SQL" later.In The ... Read more

$25.99 USD

For all the buzz about trendy IT techniques, data processing is still at the core of our systems, especially now that enterprises all over the world are confronted with exploding volumes of data. Database performance has become a major headache, and most IT departments believe that developers should provide simple SQL code to solve immediate problems and let DBAs tune any "bad SQL" later.In The
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Android Developer Tools Essentials

Android Studio to Zipalign

by Mike Wolfson, Donn Felker ...

Android development can be challenging, but through the effective use of Android Developer Tools (ADT), you can make the process easier and improve the quality of your code. This concise guide demonstrates how to build apps with ADT for a device family that features several screen sizes, different hardware capabilities, and a varying number of resources.With examples in Windows, Linux, and Mac OS ... Read more

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Android development can be challenging, but through the effective use of Android Developer Tools (ADT), you can make the process easier and improve the quality of your code. This concise guide demonstrates how to build apps with ADT for a device family that features several screen sizes, different hardware capabilities, and a varying number of resources.With examples in Windows, Linux, and Mac OS
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