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Software Development, Design and Coding

With Patterns, Debugging, Unit Testing, and Refactoring

by John F. Dooley ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn the principles of good software design, and how to turn those principles into great code. This book introduces you to software engineering — from the application of engineering principles to the development of software. You'll see how to run a software development project, examine the different phases of a project, and learn how to design and implement programs that solve specific problems. ... Read more

$62.99 USD

Learn the principles of good software design, and how to turn those principles into great code. This book introduces you to software engineering — from the application of engineering principles to the development of software. You'll see how to run a software development project, examine the different phases of a project, and learn how to design and implement programs that solve specific problems.
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Advances in Visual Informatics

4th International Visual Informatics Conference, IVIC 2015, Bangi, Malaysia, November 17-19, 2015, Proceedings

Edited by Halimah Badioze Zaman, Peter Robinson, Timothy K. Shih, Sergio Velastin, Azizah Jaafar, Alan Smeaton, Mohamad Ali Nazlena ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Advances in Visual Informatics, IVIC 2015, held in Bangi, Malaysia, in November 2015.The five keynotes and 45 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 82 initial submissions. The papers are organized in four tracks on visualization and big data; machine learning and computer vision; computer ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Advances in Visual Informatics, IVIC 2015, held in Bangi, Malaysia, in November 2015.The five keynotes and 45 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 82 initial submissions. The papers are organized in four tracks on visualization and big data; machine learning and computer vision; computer
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Citizen’s Right to the Digital City

Urban Interfaces, Activism, and Placemaking

Edited by Marcus Foth, Martin Brynskov, Timo Ojala ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
Edited by thought leaders in the fields of urban informatics and urban interaction design, this book brings together case studies and examples from around the world to discuss the role that urban interfaces, citizen action, and city making play in the quest to create and maintain not only secure and resilient, but productive, sustainable and viable urban environments. The book debates the impact ... Read more

$89.99 USD

Edited by thought leaders in the fields of urban informatics and urban interaction design, this book brings together case studies and examples from around the world to discuss the role that urban interfaces, citizen action, and city making play in the quest to create and maintain not only secure and resilient, but productive, sustainable and viable urban environments. The book debates the impact
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Emergence I

by Larry Matthews ...

Emergence springs from the observation that even among top minds, there's a palpable struggle to comprehend the psychological dimensions of AI. There's an underestimation of AI's potential and a lack of understanding of its emergent psychology. This book fills that gap, driven by the author's unique amalgamation of computer technology, psychology, and quantum physics expertise.A standout highlight ... Read more

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Emergence springs from the observation that even among top minds, there's a palpable struggle to comprehend the psychological dimensions of AI. There's an underestimation of AI's potential and a lack of understanding of its emergent psychology. This book fills that gap, driven by the author's unique amalgamation of computer technology, psychology, and quantum physics expertise.A standout highlight
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Interactive Storytelling

8th International Conference on Interactive Digital Storytelling, ICIDS 2015, Copenhagen, Denmark, November 30 - December 4, 2015, Proceedings

Edited by Henrik Schoenau-Fog, Luis Emilio Bruni, Sandy Louchart, Sarune Baceviciute ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th InternationalConference on Interactive Digital Storytelling, ICIDS 2015, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in November/December 2015.The 18 revised full papers and 13 short papers presented together with 9posters, 9 workshop descriptions, and 3 demonstration papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 80 submissions. The papers are ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th InternationalConference on Interactive Digital Storytelling, ICIDS 2015, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in November/December 2015.The 18 revised full papers and 13 short papers presented together with 9posters, 9 workshop descriptions, and 3 demonstration papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 80 submissions. The papers are
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Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population. Design for Aging

Second International Conference, ITAP 2016, Held as Part of HCI International 2016, Toronto, ON, Canada, July 17–22, 2016, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Jia Zhou, Gavriel Salvendy ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The two LNCS volume set 9754-9755 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population, ITAP 2016, held as part of the 18th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2016, held in Toronto, ON, Canada, in July 2016, jointly with 14 other thematically conferences. The total of 1287 papers and 186 poster papers ... Read more

$49.99 USD

The two LNCS volume set 9754-9755 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population, ITAP 2016, held as part of the 18th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2016, held in Toronto, ON, Canada, in July 2016, jointly with 14 other thematically conferences. The total of 1287 papers and 186 poster papers
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Learning Groovy

by Adam L. Davis ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Start building powerful apps that take advantage of the dynamic scripting capabilities of the Groovy language. This book covers Groovy fundamentals, such as installing Groovy, using Groovy tools, and working with the Groovy Development Kit (GDK). You'll also learn more advanced aspects of Groovy, such as using Groovy design patterns, writing DSLs in Groovy, and taking advantage of Groovy's ... Read more

$28.99 USD

Start building powerful apps that take advantage of the dynamic scripting capabilities of the Groovy language. This book covers Groovy fundamentals, such as installing Groovy, using Groovy tools, and working with the Groovy Development Kit (GDK). You'll also learn more advanced aspects of Groovy, such as using Groovy design patterns, writing DSLs in Groovy, and taking advantage of Groovy's
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Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction. Design Methods and User Experience

15th International Conference, UAHCI 2021, Held as Part of the 23rd HCI International Conference, HCII 2021, Virtual Event, July 24–29, 2021, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Margherita Antona, Constantine Stephanidis ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-volume set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, UAHCI 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, held as a virtual event, in July 2021.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the 39 HCII 2021 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This two-volume set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, UAHCI 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, held as a virtual event, in July 2021.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the 39 HCII 2021 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from
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Logic, Language, Information, and Computation

25th International Workshop, WoLLIC 2018, Bogota, Colombia, July 24-27, 2018, Proceedings

Edited by Lawrence S. Moss, Ruy de Queiroz, Maricarmen Martinez ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
Edited in collaboration with FoLLI, the Association of Logic, Language and Information this book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th Workshop on Logic, Language, Information and Communication, WoLLIC 2018, held inBogota, Colombia, in July 2018.The 16 full papers together with 3 short papers and 3 invited talks presented were fully reviewed and selected from 30 submissions. The vision ... Read more

$67.99 USD

Edited in collaboration with FoLLI, the Association of Logic, Language and Information this book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th Workshop on Logic, Language, Information and Communication, WoLLIC 2018, held inBogota, Colombia, in July 2018.The 16 full papers together with 3 short papers and 3 invited talks presented were fully reviewed and selected from 30 submissions. The vision
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Building Chatbots with Python

Using Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning

by Sumit Raj ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Build your own chatbot using Python and open source tools. This book begins with an introduction to chatbots where you will gain vital information on their architecture. You will then dive straight into natural language processing with the natural language toolkit (NLTK) for building a custom language processing platform for your chatbot. With this foundation, you will take a look at different ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Build your own chatbot using Python and open source tools. This book begins with an introduction to chatbots where you will gain vital information on their architecture. You will then dive straight into natural language processing with the natural language toolkit (NLTK) for building a custom language processing platform for your chatbot. With this foundation, you will take a look at different
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Unconventional Computing, Arts, Philosophy

by Andrew Adamatzky ...

Series Book 2 - WSPC Book Series in Unconventional Computing
The unique compendium re-assesses the value of future and emergent computing technologies via artistic and philosophical means. The book encourages scientists to adopt inspiring thinking of artists and philosophers to reuse scientific concepts in their works.The useful reference text consists of non-typical topics, where artistic and philosophical concepts encourage readers to adopt unconventional ... Read more

$127.99 USD

The unique compendium re-assesses the value of future and emergent computing technologies via artistic and philosophical means. The book encourages scientists to adopt inspiring thinking of artists and philosophers to reuse scientific concepts in their works.The useful reference text consists of non-typical topics, where artistic and philosophical concepts encourage readers to adopt unconventional
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Tech's Human Toll

by Lysander Croft ...

In an age where a thousand voices clamor for our attention and connections are just a click away, have we ever felt more alone? Tech's Human Toll delves into the profound, often contradictory ways our advanced digital world shapes our most fundamental need: to connect. From the curated perfection of social media that promises belonging but often fosters envy, to AI companions designed for ultimate ... Read more

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In an age where a thousand voices clamor for our attention and connections are just a click away, have we ever felt more alone? Tech's Human Toll delves into the profound, often contradictory ways our advanced digital world shapes our most fundamental need: to connect. From the curated perfection of social media that promises belonging but often fosters envy, to AI companions designed for ultimate
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Web Site Measurement Hacks

Tips & Tools to Help Optimize Your Online Business

by Eric T. Peterson ...

In order to establish and then maintain a successful presence on the Web, designing a creative site is only half the battle. What good is an intricate Web infrastructure if you're unable to measure its effectiveness? That's why every business is desperate for feedback on their site's visitors: Who are they? Why do they visit? What information or service is most valuable to them?Unfortunately, most ... Read more

$14.99 USD

In order to establish and then maintain a successful presence on the Web, designing a creative site is only half the battle. What good is an intricate Web infrastructure if you're unable to measure its effectiveness? That's why every business is desperate for feedback on their site's visitors: Who are they? Why do they visit? What information or service is most valuable to them?Unfortunately, most
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Universe, Human Immortality and Future Human Evaluation

by Alexander Bolonkin ...

This book debates the universe, the development of new technologies in the 21st century and the future of the human race. Dr Bolonkin shows that a human soul is only the information in a person's head. He offers a new unique method for re-writing the main brain information in chips without any damage to the human brain. This is the scientific prediction of the non-biological (electronic) ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book debates the universe, the development of new technologies in the 21st century and the future of the human race. Dr Bolonkin shows that a human soul is only the information in a person's head. He offers a new unique method for re-writing the main brain information in chips without any damage to the human brain. This is the scientific prediction of the non-biological (electronic)
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Life and Death Design

What Life-Saving Technology Can Teach Everyday UX Designers

by Katie Swindler ...

Emergencies—landing a malfunctioning plane, resuscitating a heart attack victim, or avoiding a head-on car crash—all require split-second decisions that can mean life or death. Fortunately, designers of life-saving products have leveraged research and brain science to help users reduce panic and harness their best instincts. Life and Death Design brings these techniques to everyday designers who ... Read more

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Emergencies—landing a malfunctioning plane, resuscitating a heart attack victim, or avoiding a head-on car crash—all require split-second decisions that can mean life or death. Fortunately, designers of life-saving products have leveraged research and brain science to help users reduce panic and harness their best instincts. Life and Death Design brings these techniques to everyday designers who
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Analytical Skills for AI and Data Science

Building Skills for an AI-Driven Enterprise

by Daniel Vaughan ...

While several market-leading companies have successfully transformed their business models by following data- and AI-driven paths, the vast majority have yet to reap the benefits. How can your business and analytics units gain a competitive advantage by capturing the full potential of this predictive revolution? This practical guide presents a battle-tested end-to-end method to help you translate ... Read more

$43.99 USD

While several market-leading companies have successfully transformed their business models by following data- and AI-driven paths, the vast majority have yet to reap the benefits. How can your business and analytics units gain a competitive advantage by capturing the full potential of this predictive revolution? This practical guide presents a battle-tested end-to-end method to help you translate
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Graph Machine Learning

Learn about the latest advancements in graph data to build robust machine learning models

by Aldo Marzullo, Enrico Deusebio, Claudio Stamile ...

Enhance your data science skills with this updated edition featuring new chapters on LLMs, temporal graphs, and updated examples with modern frameworks, including PyTorch Geometric and DGL Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesMaster new graph ML techniques through updated examples using PyTorch Geometric and Deep Graph Library (DGL)Explore GML ... Read more

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Enhance your data science skills with this updated edition featuring new chapters on LLMs, temporal graphs, and updated examples with modern frameworks, including PyTorch Geometric and DGL Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesMaster new graph ML techniques through updated examples using PyTorch Geometric and Deep Graph Library (DGL)Explore GML
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Computer Supported Education

12th International Conference, CSEDU 2020, Virtual Event, May 2–4, 2020, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by H. Chad Lane, Susan Zvacek, James Uhomoibhi ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes selected, revised and extended papers from the 12th International Conference on Computer Supported Education, CSEDU 2020, held as a virtual event in May 2020.The 25 revised full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 190 submissions. The presented papers contribute to the understanding of relevant trends of current research on Computer Supported Education, including ... Read more

$80.99 USD

This book constitutes selected, revised and extended papers from the 12th International Conference on Computer Supported Education, CSEDU 2020, held as a virtual event in May 2020.The 25 revised full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 190 submissions. The presented papers contribute to the understanding of relevant trends of current research on Computer Supported Education, including
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Social Explainable AI

Communications of NII Shonan Meetings

Edited by Katharina Rohlfing, Brian Lim, Kirsten Thommes, Kary Främling, Suzana Alpsancar ...

Series series Artificial Intelligence (R0)
This open access book introduces social aspects relevant to research and developments of explainable AI (XAI). The new surge of XAI responds to the societal challenge that many algorithmic approaches (such as machine learning or autonomous intelligent systems) are rapidly increasing in complexity, making justified use of their recommendations difficult for the users. A large body of approaches now ... Read more

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This open access book introduces social aspects relevant to research and developments of explainable AI (XAI). The new surge of XAI responds to the societal challenge that many algorithmic approaches (such as machine learning or autonomous intelligent systems) are rapidly increasing in complexity, making justified use of their recommendations difficult for the users. A large body of approaches now
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Proceedings of the 3rd International and Interdisciplinary Conference on Image and Imagination

IMG 2021

Edited by Daniele Villa, Franca Zuccoli ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book gathers peer-reviewed papers presented at the 3rd International and Interdisciplinary Conference on Image and Imagination (IMG), held in Milano, Italy, in November 2021. Highlighting interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research concerning graphics science and education, the papers address theoretical research as well as applications, including education, in several fields of science ... Read more

$395.99 USD

This book gathers peer-reviewed papers presented at the 3rd International and Interdisciplinary Conference on Image and Imagination (IMG), held in Milano, Italy, in November 2021. Highlighting interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research concerning graphics science and education, the papers address theoretical research as well as applications, including education, in several fields of science
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Mobile Services for Toy Computing

Edited by Patrick C. K. Hung ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
The goal of this book is to crystallize the emerging mobile computing technologies and trends by focusing on the most promising solutions in services computing. The book will provide clear proof that mobile technologies are playing an increasingly important and critical role in supporting toy computing. The goal of this book is to bring together academics and practitioners to describe the use and ... Read more

$49.99 USD

The goal of this book is to crystallize the emerging mobile computing technologies and trends by focusing on the most promising solutions in services computing. The book will provide clear proof that mobile technologies are playing an increasingly important and critical role in supporting toy computing. The goal of this book is to bring together academics and practitioners to describe the use and
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Innovation and Emerging Trends in Computing and Information Technologies

First International Conference, IETCIT 2024, Mohali, Punjab, India, March 1–2, 2024, Proceedings, Part II

Edited by Manisha Malhotra ...

Series Book 2 - Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the First International Conference on Innovation and Emerging Trends in Computing and Information Technologies, IETCIT 2024, held in Mohali, India, in March 1–2, 2024.The 44 full papers presented in these two volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 417 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections:Part I: machine learning ... Read more

$107.99 USD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the First International Conference on Innovation and Emerging Trends in Computing and Information Technologies, IETCIT 2024, held in Mohali, India, in March 1–2, 2024.The 44 full papers presented in these two volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 417 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections:Part I: machine learning
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Building REST APIs with ASP.NET Core 8

The Ultimate Guide to Designing and Implementing Modern Back-Ends

by Prissy Max ...

Tired of feeling like your code is just a collection of disconnected endpoints? Do you dream of building powerful, scalable applications that communicate with a flawless, elegant precision? Do you want to stop just building APIs and start crafting them?The digital world runs on a silent, powerful language: APIs. They are the nervous system of modern technology, the invisible threads that connect ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Tired of feeling like your code is just a collection of disconnected endpoints? Do you dream of building powerful, scalable applications that communicate with a flawless, elegant precision? Do you want to stop just building APIs and start crafting them?The digital world runs on a silent, powerful language: APIs. They are the nervous system of modern technology, the invisible threads that connect
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Noise-Aware Quantum Circuit Simulation with Decision Diagrams

by Thomas Grurl, Jürgen Fuß, Robert Wille ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
This book provides an easy-to-read introduction to quantum computing, as well the classical simulation of quantum circuits with common types of error effects. The authors showcase the enormous potential that can be unleashed when doing these simulations using decision diagrams–a data-structure common in the design automation community, often used in quantum computing design tasks. The algorithms ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book provides an easy-to-read introduction to quantum computing, as well the classical simulation of quantum circuits with common types of error effects. The authors showcase the enormous potential that can be unleashed when doing these simulations using decision diagrams–a data-structure common in the design automation community, often used in quantum computing design tasks. The algorithms
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