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Agent_Zero

Toward Neurocognitive Foundations for Generative Social Science

by Joshua M. Epstein ...

Series series Princeton Studies in Complexity
The Final Volume of the Groundbreaking Trilogy on Agent-Based ModelingIn this pioneering synthesis, Joshua Epstein introduces a new theoretical entity: Agent_Zero. This software individual, or "agent," is endowed with distinct emotional/affective, cognitive/deliberative, and social modules. Grounded in contemporary neuroscience, these internal components interact to generate observed, often far ... Read more

$76.99 CAD

The Final Volume of the Groundbreaking Trilogy on Agent-Based ModelingIn this pioneering synthesis, Joshua Epstein introduces a new theoretical entity: Agent_Zero. This software individual, or "agent," is endowed with distinct emotional/affective, cognitive/deliberative, and social modules. Grounded in contemporary neuroscience, these internal components interact to generate observed, often far
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Foundations of Programming Languages

by Kent D. Lee ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This clearly written textbook introduces the reader to the three styles of programming, examining object-oriented/imperative, functional, and logic programming. The focus of the text moves from highly prescriptive languages to very descriptive languages, demonstrating the many and varied ways in which we can think about programming. Designed for interactive learning both inside and outside of the ... Read more

$57.69 CAD

This clearly written textbook introduces the reader to the three styles of programming, examining object-oriented/imperative, functional, and logic programming. The focus of the text moves from highly prescriptive languages to very descriptive languages, demonstrating the many and varied ways in which we can think about programming. Designed for interactive learning both inside and outside of the
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Dark Patterns, Deceptive Design, and the Law

AI’s Hidden Influence on Our Digital Experience

by MR Leiser ...

This book provides essential insights on dark patterns and AI-powered deceptive design for anyone who wants to understand and challenge the pervasive influence of these hidden forces shaping our digital experiences.These hidden design strategies – from personalised user interface triggers to sophisticated backend systems – are often used to manipulate user behaviour in ways that benefit businesses ... Read more

$31.99 CAD

This book provides essential insights on dark patterns and AI-powered deceptive design for anyone who wants to understand and challenge the pervasive influence of these hidden forces shaping our digital experiences.These hidden design strategies – from personalised user interface triggers to sophisticated backend systems – are often used to manipulate user behaviour in ways that benefit businesses
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Claude For Dummies

by Stephanie Diamond ...

Tackle your workload with ClaudeClaude For Dummies gets you started with the AI program that’s made to help you find solutions to your toughest problems. With this beginner-friendly guide, you can learn to write effective prompts, fact-check results, and get things done faster with Claude’s help. Not sure where to start? This Dummies guide has your back, with ideas for what you can (and can’t) do ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Tackle your workload with ClaudeClaude For Dummies gets you started with the AI program that’s made to help you find solutions to your toughest problems. With this beginner-friendly guide, you can learn to write effective prompts, fact-check results, and get things done faster with Claude’s help. Not sure where to start? This Dummies guide has your back, with ideas for what you can (and can’t) do
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High-Performance Modelling and Simulation for Big Data Applications

Selected Results of the COST Action IC1406 cHiPSet

Edited by Joanna Kołodziej, Horacio González-Vélez ...

Series Book 11400 - Lecture Notes in Computer Science
This open access book was prepared as a Final Publication of the COST Action IC1406 “High-Performance Modelling and Simulation for Big Data Applications (cHiPSet)“ project.Long considered important pillars of the scientific method, Modelling and Simulation have evolved from traditional discrete numerical methods to complex data-intensive continuous analytical optimisations. Resolution, scale, and ... Read more

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This open access book was prepared as a Final Publication of the COST Action IC1406 “High-Performance Modelling and Simulation for Big Data Applications (cHiPSet)“ project.Long considered important pillars of the scientific method, Modelling and Simulation have evolved from traditional discrete numerical methods to complex data-intensive continuous analytical optimisations. Resolution, scale, and
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Human-Computer Interaction

An Empirical Research Perspective

by I. Scott MacKenzie ...

Human-Computer Interaction: An Empirical Research Perspective is the definitive guide to empirical research in HCI. The book begins with foundational topics including an historical context, the human factor, interaction elements, and the fundamentals of science and research. From there, readers will progress to learning about the methods for conducting an experiment to evaluate a new computer ... Read more

$71.99 CAD

Human-Computer Interaction: An Empirical Research Perspective is the definitive guide to empirical research in HCI. The book begins with foundational topics including an historical context, the human factor, interaction elements, and the fundamentals of science and research. From there, readers will progress to learning about the methods for conducting an experiment to evaluate a new computer
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Stylish F# 6

Crafting Elegant Functional Code for .NET 6

by Kit Eason ...

Series Book 6 - Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Why just get by in F# when you can program in style. This book goes beyond syntax and into design. It provides F# developers with best practices, guidance, and advice to write beautiful, maintainable, and correct code. This second edition, fully updated for .NET 6 and F# 6, includes all new coverage of anonymous records, the task {} computation expression, and the relationship between types and ... Read more

$75.99 CAD

Why just get by in F# when you can program in style. This book goes beyond syntax and into design. It provides F# developers with best practices, guidance, and advice to write beautiful, maintainable, and correct code. This second edition, fully updated for .NET 6 and F# 6, includes all new coverage of anonymous records, the task {} computation expression, and the relationship between types and
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Neuro Design

Neuromarketing Insights to Boost Engagement and Profitability

by Darren Bridger ...

COMMENDED: Business Book Awards 2018 - Thought Leader CategoryToday, businesses of all sizes generate a great deal of creative graphic media and content, including websites, presentations, videos and social media posts. Most big companies, including the likes of Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Tesco and Google, now use neuroscience research and theories to optimize their digital content. Neuro Design ... Read more

$42.99 CAD

COMMENDED: Business Book Awards 2018 - Thought Leader CategoryToday, businesses of all sizes generate a great deal of creative graphic media and content, including websites, presentations, videos and social media posts. Most big companies, including the likes of Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Tesco and Google, now use neuroscience research and theories to optimize their digital content. Neuro Design
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Learn Microservices with Spring Boot

A Practical Approach to RESTful Services Using an Event-Driven Architecture, Cloud-Native Patterns, and Containerization

by Moisés Macero García ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Build Java-based microservices architecture using the Spring Boot framework by evolving an application from a small monolith to an event-driven architecture composed of several services. This revised book follows an incremental approach in teaching the structure of microservices, test-driven development, and common patterns in distributed systems such as service discovery, load balancing, routing, ... Read more

$75.49 CAD

Build Java-based microservices architecture using the Spring Boot framework by evolving an application from a small monolith to an event-driven architecture composed of several services. This revised book follows an incremental approach in teaching the structure of microservices, test-driven development, and common patterns in distributed systems such as service discovery, load balancing, routing,
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Beginning C++20

From Novice to Professional

by Ivor Horton, Peter Van Weert ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Begin your programming journey with C++ , starting with the basics and progressing through step-by-step examples that will help you become a proficient C++ programmer. This book includes new features from the C++20 standard such as modules, concepts, ranges, and the spaceship operator. All you need are Beginning C++20 and any recent C++ compiler and you'll soon be writing real C++ programs. There ... Read more

$80.19 CAD

Begin your programming journey with C++ , starting with the basics and progressing through step-by-step examples that will help you become a proficient C++ programmer. This book includes new features from the C++20 standard such as modules, concepts, ranges, and the spaceship operator. All you need are Beginning C++20 and any recent C++ compiler and you'll soon be writing real C++ programs. There
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Beginning Ruby 3

From Beginner to Pro

by Carleton DiLeo, Peter Cooper ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn the principles behind object-oriented programming in Ruby and within a few chapters create a fully functional Ruby 3-based application. You'll gain a basic understanding of many ancillary technologies such as databases, XML, web frameworks, and networking - some of which will be needed for your first Ruby application. Based on the bestselling first and second editions, Beginning Ruby 3, 4th ... Read more

$75.49 CAD

Learn the principles behind object-oriented programming in Ruby and within a few chapters create a fully functional Ruby 3-based application. You'll gain a basic understanding of many ancillary technologies such as databases, XML, web frameworks, and networking - some of which will be needed for your first Ruby application. Based on the bestselling first and second editions, Beginning Ruby 3, 4th
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Engineering Ontologies and Ontologies for Engineering

by João Paulo A. Almeida, Giancarlo Guizzardi ...

This volume celebrates the career of Prof. Ricardo de Almeida Falbo on the occasion of his formal retirement. The volume includes reflections from collaborators and former students, casting light on his academic work and contributions.The chapters show how Falbo's original contributions have influenced a number of developments in the application of Software Engineering practices to Ontology ... Read more

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This volume celebrates the career of Prof. Ricardo de Almeida Falbo on the occasion of his formal retirement. The volume includes reflections from collaborators and former students, casting light on his academic work and contributions.The chapters show how Falbo's original contributions have influenced a number of developments in the application of Software Engineering practices to Ontology
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Learning Python Design Patterns - Second Edition

Learning Python Design Patterns - Second Edition

by Chetan Giridhar, Gennadiy Zlobin ...

Leverage the power of Python design patterns to solve real-world problems in software architecture and designKey Features\[\*\] Understand the structural, creational, and behavioral Python design patterns\[\*\] Get to know the context and application of design patterns to solve real-world problems in software architecture, design, and application development\[\*\] Get practical exposure through ... Read more

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Leverage the power of Python design patterns to solve real-world problems in software architecture and designKey Features\[\*\] Understand the structural, creational, and behavioral Python design patterns\[\*\] Get to know the context and application of design patterns to solve real-world problems in software architecture, design, and application development\[\*\] Get practical exposure through
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Apple Watch Ultra 2 Complete User Manual

A Comprehensive Practical Guide with Tips and Tricks to Master Your Apple Watch Ultra 2

by Hunley A. Staton ...

Apple Watch ULTRA 2 Complete User Manual: Your Essential Guide to Mastering the Ultimate Adventure SmartwatchThe Apple Watch ULTRA 2 is the ultimate adventure smartwatch. It's designed for the most demanding users, with a rugged design, powerful features, and a long-lasting battery.If you're looking to get the most out of your Apple Watch ULTRA 2, then you need the Apple Watch ULTRA 2 Complete ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

Apple Watch ULTRA 2 Complete User Manual: Your Essential Guide to Mastering the Ultimate Adventure SmartwatchThe Apple Watch ULTRA 2 is the ultimate adventure smartwatch. It's designed for the most demanding users, with a rugged design, powerful features, and a long-lasting battery.If you're looking to get the most out of your Apple Watch ULTRA 2, then you need the Apple Watch ULTRA 2 Complete
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AI Systems Performance Engineering

Optimizing Model Training and Inference Workloads with GPUs, CUDA, and PyTorch

by Chris Fregly ...

Elevate your AI system performance capabilities with this definitive guide to maximizing efficiency across every layer of your AI infrastructure. In today's era of ever-growing generative models, AI Systems Performance Engineering provides engineers, researchers, and developers with a hands-on set of actionable optimization strategies. Learn to co-optimize hardware, software, and algorithms to ... Read more

$85.59 CAD

Elevate your AI system performance capabilities with this definitive guide to maximizing efficiency across every layer of your AI infrastructure. In today's era of ever-growing generative models, AI Systems Performance Engineering provides engineers, researchers, and developers with a hands-on set of actionable optimization strategies. Learn to co-optimize hardware, software, and algorithms to
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Expert Data Modeling with Power BI

Get the best out of Power BI by building optimized data models for reporting and business needs

by Soheil Bakhshi ...

Manage and work with business data effectively by learning data modeling techniques and leveraging the latest features of Power BIKey FeaturesUnderstand data modeling techniques to get the best out of data using Power BIDefine the relationships between data to extract valuable insightsSolve a wide variety of business challenges by building optimal data modelsBook DescriptionThis book is a ... Read more

$59.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Manage and work with business data effectively by learning data modeling techniques and leveraging the latest features of Power BIKey FeaturesUnderstand data modeling techniques to get the best out of data using Power BIDefine the relationships between data to extract valuable insightsSolve a wide variety of business challenges by building optimal data modelsBook DescriptionThis book is a
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Make Your Own Python Text Adventure

A Guide to Learning Programming

by Phillip Johnson ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Learn programming with Python by creating a text adventure. This book will teach you the fundamentals of programming, how to organize code, and some coding best practices. By the end of the book, you will have a working game that you can play or show off to friends. You will also be able to change the game and make it your own by writing a different story line, including new items, creating new ... Read more

$44.99 CAD

Learn programming with Python by creating a text adventure. This book will teach you the fundamentals of programming, how to organize code, and some coding best practices. By the end of the book, you will have a working game that you can play or show off to friends. You will also be able to change the game and make it your own by writing a different story line, including new items, creating new
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Pro MERN Stack

Full Stack Web App Development with Mongo, Express, React, and Node

by Vasan Subramanian ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Assemble the complete stack required to build a modern web app using React: MongoDB (a NoSQL database) and Express (a framework for web application servers), which runs on Node (JavaScript on the server side), complement React very nicely. This book will also cover many other tools that go into building a complete web application: React Router, React-Bootstrap, Redux, Babel, and webpack.Though the ... Read more

$56.99 CAD

Assemble the complete stack required to build a modern web app using React: MongoDB (a NoSQL database) and Express (a framework for web application servers), which runs on Node (JavaScript on the server side), complement React very nicely. This book will also cover many other tools that go into building a complete web application: React Router, React-Bootstrap, Redux, Babel, and webpack.Though the
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Become a Python Data Analyst

Perform exploratory data analysis and gain insight into scientific computing using Python

by Alvaro Fuentes ...

Enhance your data analysis and predictive modeling skills using popular Python toolsKey FeaturesCover all fundamental libraries for operation and manipulation of Python for data analysisImplement real-world datasets to perform predictive analytics with PythonAccess modern data analysis techniques and detailed code with scikit-learn and SciPyBook DescriptionPython is one of the most common and ... Read more

$22.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Enhance your data analysis and predictive modeling skills using popular Python toolsKey FeaturesCover all fundamental libraries for operation and manipulation of Python for data analysisImplement real-world datasets to perform predictive analytics with PythonAccess modern data analysis techniques and detailed code with scikit-learn and SciPyBook DescriptionPython is one of the most common and
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Real-Time Web Application Development

With ASP.NET Core, SignalR, Docker, and Azure

by Rami Vemula ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Design, develop, and deploy a real-world web application by leveraging modern open source technologies. This book shows you how to use ASP.NET Core to build cross-platform web applications along with SignalR to enrich the application by enabling real-time communication between server and clients. You will use Docker to containerize your application, integrate with GitHub to package the application ... Read more

$80.99 CAD

Design, develop, and deploy a real-world web application by leveraging modern open source technologies. This book shows you how to use ASP.NET Core to build cross-platform web applications along with SignalR to enrich the application by enabling real-time communication between server and clients. You will use Docker to containerize your application, integrate with GitHub to package the application
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Ubuntu in AI

by Akhona Damane ...

Ubuntu in AI: A Decolonial PerspectiveThis book offers a fresh perspective on artificial intelligence, rooted in the African philosophy of Ubuntu. By challenging the Western-centric dominance in AI development, it proposes a more inclusive and ethical approach. The first part delves into the historical context of AI, highlighting its Western origins and the biases embedded within it. It provides ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Ubuntu in AI: A Decolonial PerspectiveThis book offers a fresh perspective on artificial intelligence, rooted in the African philosophy of Ubuntu. By challenging the Western-centric dominance in AI development, it proposes a more inclusive and ethical approach. The first part delves into the historical context of AI, highlighting its Western origins and the biases embedded within it. It provides
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Kubeflow for Machine Learning

by Trevor Grant, Holden Karau, Boris Lublinsky, Richard Liu, Ilan Filonenko ...

If you're training a machine learning model but aren't sure how to put it into production, this book will get you there. Kubeflow provides a collection of cloud native tools for different stages of a model's lifecycle, from data exploration, feature preparation, and model training to model serving. This guide helps data scientists build production-grade machine learning implementations with ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

If you're training a machine learning model but aren't sure how to put it into production, this book will get you there. Kubeflow provides a collection of cloud native tools for different stages of a model's lifecycle, from data exploration, feature preparation, and model training to model serving. This guide helps data scientists build production-grade machine learning implementations with
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Linux For Beginners: The Comprehensive Guide To Learning Linux Operating System And Mastering Linux Command Line Like A Pro

by Voltaire Lumiere ...

Linux For Beginners: The Comprehensive Guide To Learning Linux Operating System And Mastering Linux Command Line Like A ProHave you been looking for a simple guide to Linux that will help you grasp how this amazing operating system functions?Do excessively technical manuals or books written by staff members with little experience overwhelm you?Are you prepared to quickly learn one of the most ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Linux For Beginners: The Comprehensive Guide To Learning Linux Operating System And Mastering Linux Command Line Like A ProHave you been looking for a simple guide to Linux that will help you grasp how this amazing operating system functions?Do excessively technical manuals or books written by staff members with little experience overwhelm you?Are you prepared to quickly learn one of the most
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Julia Quick Syntax Reference

A Pocket Guide for Data Science Programming

by Antonello Lobianco ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This quick Julia programming language guide is a condensed code and syntax reference to the Julia 1.x programming language, updated with the latest features of the Julia APIs, libraries, and packages. It presents the essential Julia syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference.This book provides an introduction that reveals basic Julia structures and syntax; discusses ... Read more

$68.99 CAD

This quick Julia programming language guide is a condensed code and syntax reference to the Julia 1.x programming language, updated with the latest features of the Julia APIs, libraries, and packages. It presents the essential Julia syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference.This book provides an introduction that reveals basic Julia structures and syntax; discusses
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