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HCI in Games: Experience Design and Game Mechanics

Third International Conference, HCI-Games 2021, Held as Part of the 23rd HCI International Conference, HCII 2021, Virtual Event, July 24–29, 2021, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Xiaowen Fang ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-volume set LNCS 12789 and 12790 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third International Conference on HCI in Games, HCI-Games 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, which took place in July 2021. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the 39 HCII 2021 proceedings ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

This two-volume set LNCS 12789 and 12790 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third International Conference on HCI in Games, HCI-Games 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, which took place in July 2021. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the 39 HCII 2021 proceedings
... Read more
Design, User Experience, and Usability: UX Research and Design

10th International Conference, DUXU 2021, Held as Part of the 23rd HCI International Conference, HCII 2021, Virtual Event, July 24–29, 2021, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Marcelo M. Soares, Elizabeth Rosenzweig, Aaron Marcus ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This three volume set LNCS 12779, 12780, and 12781 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Design, User Experience, and Usability, DUXU 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, which took place in July 2021. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the ... Read more

$153.99 CAD

This three volume set LNCS 12779, 12780, and 12781 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Design, User Experience, and Usability, DUXU 2021, held as part of the 23rd International Conference, HCI International 2021, which took place in July 2021. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually.The total of 1276 papers and 241 posters included in the
... Read more
Imagination + Technology

by Phil Turner ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Imagination is highly valued and sought-after, yet elusive and ill-defined. Definitions range from narrowly cognitive accounts to those which endow imagination with world-making powers. Imagination underpins our ability to speculate about the future and to re-experience the past. The everyday functioning of society relies on being able to imagine the perspectives of others; and our sense of who we ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

Imagination is highly valued and sought-after, yet elusive and ill-defined. Definitions range from narrowly cognitive accounts to those which endow imagination with world-making powers. Imagination underpins our ability to speculate about the future and to re-experience the past. The everyday functioning of society relies on being able to imagine the perspectives of others; and our sense of who we
... Read more
Java 9 Revealed

For Early Adoption and Migration

by Kishori Sharan ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Explore the new Java 9 modules, SDK, JDK, JVM, JShell and more in this comprehensive book that covers what’s new in Java 9 and how to use these new features. Java 9 Revealed is for experienced Java programmers looking to migrate to Java 9. Author Kishori Sharan begins by covering how to develop Java applications using the new module system introduced in Java 9 and how to use the JShell tool in ... Read more

$47.99 CAD

Explore the new Java 9 modules, SDK, JDK, JVM, JShell and more in this comprehensive book that covers what’s new in Java 9 and how to use these new features. Java 9 Revealed is for experienced Java programmers looking to migrate to Java 9. Author Kishori Sharan begins by covering how to develop Java applications using the new module system introduced in Java 9 and how to use the JShell tool in
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Reinventing Ourselves: Contemporary Concepts of Identity in Virtual Worlds

Edited by Anna Peachey, Mark Childs ...

Series series Springer Series in Immersive Environments
The proposed book explores the theme of identity, specifically as applied to its role and development in virtual worlds. Following the introduction, it is divided into four sections: identities, avatars and the relationship between them; factors that support the development of identity in virtual worlds; managing multiple identities across different environments and creating an online identity for ... Read more

$166.99 CAD

The proposed book explores the theme of identity, specifically as applied to its role and development in virtual worlds. Following the introduction, it is divided into four sections: identities, avatars and the relationship between them; factors that support the development of identity in virtual worlds; managing multiple identities across different environments and creating an online identity for
... Read more
Thinking about Digital Accessibility

From Ally to Advocate

by H ROBERT KING ...

It is sometimes difficult to remember, but most digital resources have not really been around that long. What we affectionately call “the Internet”, more accurately known as “the Word Wide Web,” is younger than the 30 year-old Americans with Disabilities Act, and digital accessibility is younger than that. With the rise in demand for access, and the massive migration to online resources in 2020, ... Read more

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It is sometimes difficult to remember, but most digital resources have not really been around that long. What we affectionately call “the Internet”, more accurately known as “the Word Wide Web,” is younger than the 30 year-old Americans with Disabilities Act, and digital accessibility is younger than that. With the rise in demand for access, and the massive migration to online resources in 2020,
... Read more
Just Enough R!

An Interactive Approach to Machine Learning and Analytics

by Richard J. Roiger ...

Just Enough R! An Interactive Approach to Machine Learning and Analytics presents just enough of the R language, machine learning algorithms, statistical methodology, and analytics for the reader to learn how to find interesting structure in data. The approach might be called "seeing then doing" as it first gives step-by-step explanations using simple, understandable examples of how the various ... Read more

$85.99 CAD

Just Enough R! An Interactive Approach to Machine Learning and Analytics presents just enough of the R language, machine learning algorithms, statistical methodology, and analytics for the reader to learn how to find interesting structure in data. The approach might be called "seeing then doing" as it first gives step-by-step explanations using simple, understandable examples of how the various
... Read more
Computational Social Networks

Security and Privacy

Edited by Ajith Abraham ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book is the second of three volumes that illustrate the concept of social networks from a computational point of view. The book contains contributions from a international selection of world-class experts, concentrating on topics relating to security and privacy (the other two volumes review Tools, Perspectives, and Applications, and Mining and Visualization in CSNs). Topics and features: ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

This book is the second of three volumes that illustrate the concept of social networks from a computational point of view. The book contains contributions from a international selection of world-class experts, concentrating on topics relating to security and privacy (the other two volumes review Tools, Perspectives, and Applications, and Mining and Visualization in CSNs). Topics and features:
... Read more
The AI Bifurcation

The Global Mindset Series

by Thorsten Meyer, Aiko Tanaka ...

Series series The Global Mindset Series
The AI Bifurcation: AI's Transformative Role in Work and SocietyAre you ready for the AI revolution that's already reshaping our world?Dive into this essential guide to understanding how artificial intelligence transforms how we work, live, and interact. Written by global business executive Thorsten Meyer and tech journalism veteran Aiko Tanaka, "The AI Bifurcation" offers unparalleled insights ... Read more

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The AI Bifurcation: AI's Transformative Role in Work and SocietyAre you ready for the AI revolution that's already reshaping our world?Dive into this essential guide to understanding how artificial intelligence transforms how we work, live, and interact. Written by global business executive Thorsten Meyer and tech journalism veteran Aiko Tanaka, "The AI Bifurcation" offers unparalleled insights
... Read more
The Interstellar Imperative: Why Humanity's Future Lies on Mars and Beyond Earth

by ABHIJEET SARKAR ...

The Interstellar Imperative: Why Humanity's Future Lies on Mars and Beyond Earthby Abhijeet Sarkar, CEO & Founder, Synaptic AI LabIs Humanity on the Brink of Extinction, or the Dawn of a New Cosmic Age?Our time on Earth is finite. From climate change and resource depletion to the ever-present threat of pandemics and asteroid impacts, the cradle of our civilization is becoming increasingly fragile. ... Read more

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The Interstellar Imperative: Why Humanity's Future Lies on Mars and Beyond Earthby Abhijeet Sarkar, CEO & Founder, Synaptic AI LabIs Humanity on the Brink of Extinction, or the Dawn of a New Cosmic Age?Our time on Earth is finite. From climate change and resource depletion to the ever-present threat of pandemics and asteroid impacts, the cradle of our civilization is becoming increasingly fragile.
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Nios4 WEB API

by Davide Andreoli ...

Potencia tu sistema ERP con total autonomía gracias a Niso4.Conecta tus aplicaciones y tus servicios directamente a la nube de Nios4.Gracias a esta guía podrás desfrutar de todos los beneficios de la plataforma creando una conexión directa.Puedes conectar tu comercio electrónico, crear la versión móvil de tu software de gestión si cambiarlos, crear sistemas IOT y utilizar Nios4 como sistema de ... Read more

$2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Potencia tu sistema ERP con total autonomía gracias a Niso4.Conecta tus aplicaciones y tus servicios directamente a la nube de Nios4.Gracias a esta guía podrás desfrutar de todos los beneficios de la plataforma creando una conexión directa.Puedes conectar tu comercio electrónico, crear la versión móvil de tu software de gestión si cambiarlos, crear sistemas IOT y utilizar Nios4 como sistema de
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Computer Vision – ECCV 2024

18th European Conference, Milan, Italy, September 29–October 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part LXXXVI

Edited by Aleš Leonardis, Elisa Ricci, Stefan Roth, Olga Russakovsky, Torsten Sattler, Gül Varol ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The multi-volume set of LNCS books with volume numbers 15059 up to 15147 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, held in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.The 2387 papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 8585 submissions. They deal with topics such as computer vision; ... Read more

$102.99 CAD

The multi-volume set of LNCS books with volume numbers 15059 up to 15147 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, held in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024.The 2387 papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 8585 submissions. They deal with topics such as computer vision;
... Read more
Human-Centered AI: An Illustrated Scientific Quest

Edited by Panagiotis Germanakos, Monika Juhasz, Aparna Kongot, Devashree Marathe, Dimitris Sacharidis ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Embark on a captivating exploration of human-centered computing and AI, where the convergence of technology and human interaction unveils a world of endless possibilities. In the age of wireless communication, pervasive computing, and the Internet of Things, the synergy between humans and machines has never been more profound. This book delves deep into the heart of this symbiotic relationship, ... Read more

$256.99 CAD

Embark on a captivating exploration of human-centered computing and AI, where the convergence of technology and human interaction unveils a world of endless possibilities. In the age of wireless communication, pervasive computing, and the Internet of Things, the synergy between humans and machines has never been more profound. This book delves deep into the heart of this symbiotic relationship,
... Read more
Ultimate Enterprise Data Analysis and Forecasting using Python

Leverage Cloud platforms with Azure Time Series Insights and AWS Forecast Components for Deep learning Modeling using Python (English Edition)

by Shanthababu Pandian ...

Practical Approaches to Time Series Analysis and Forecasting Using Python for Informed Decision-MakingBook DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey through the intricacies of time series analysis and forecasting with this comprehensive handbook. Beginning with the essential packages for data science and machine learning projects you will delve into Python's prowess for efficient time series ... Read more

$34.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Practical Approaches to Time Series Analysis and Forecasting Using Python for Informed Decision-MakingBook DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey through the intricacies of time series analysis and forecasting with this comprehensive handbook. Beginning with the essential packages for data science and machine learning projects you will delve into Python's prowess for efficient time series
... Read more
“Careers in Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Robotics Engineer”

GoodMan, #1

by Patrick Mukosha ...

Series Book 1 - GoodMan
In "Careers in Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Robotics Engineer," readers are invited on an insightful journey into the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of AI Robotics Engineering. Authored by a seasoned IT expert, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals aspiring to pursue a rewarding career at the intersection of artificial intelligence and robotics.The ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In "Careers in Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Robotics Engineer," readers are invited on an insightful journey into the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of AI Robotics Engineering. Authored by a seasoned IT expert, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals aspiring to pursue a rewarding career at the intersection of artificial intelligence and robotics.The
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Context Aware Human-Robot and Human-Agent Interaction

Edited by Nadia Magnenat-Thalmann, Junsong Yuan, Daniel Thalmann, Bum-Jae You ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This is the first book to describe how Autonomous Virtual Humans and Social Robots can interact with real people, be aware of the environment around them, and react to various situations. Researchers from around the world present the main techniques for tracking and analysing humans and their behaviour and contemplate the potential for these virtual humans and robots to replace or stand in for ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

This is the first book to describe how Autonomous Virtual Humans and Social Robots can interact with real people, be aware of the environment around them, and react to various situations. Researchers from around the world present the main techniques for tracking and analysing humans and their behaviour and contemplate the potential for these virtual humans and robots to replace or stand in for
... Read more
Human-Computer Interaction

6th Iberomarican Workshop, HCI-Collab 2020, Arequipa, Peru, September 16–18, 2020, Proceedings

Edited by Vanessa Agredo-Delgado, Pablo H. Ruiz, Klinge Orlando Villalba-Condori ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 6th Iberoamerican Workshop on Human-Computer Interaction, HCI-Collab 2020, held in Arequipa, Peru, in September 2020.*The 28 full and 3 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 128 submissions. The papers deal with topics such as emotional interfaces, usability, video games, computational ... Read more

$64.99 CAD

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 6th Iberoamerican Workshop on Human-Computer Interaction, HCI-Collab 2020, held in Arequipa, Peru, in September 2020.*The 28 full and 3 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 128 submissions. The papers deal with topics such as emotional interfaces, usability, video games, computational
... Read more
British Versions of Book II of Euclid’s Elements: Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra (1550–1750)

by Leo Corry ...

Series Book 2 - History (R0)
This book discusses the changing conceptions about the relationship between geometry and arithmetic within the Euclidean tradition that developed in the British context of the sixteenth and seventeenth century. Its focus is on Book II of the Elements and the ways in which algebraic symbolism and methods, especially as recently introduced by François Viète and his followers, took center stage as ... Read more

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This book discusses the changing conceptions about the relationship between geometry and arithmetic within the Euclidean tradition that developed in the British context of the sixteenth and seventeenth century. Its focus is on Book II of the Elements and the ways in which algebraic symbolism and methods, especially as recently introduced by François Viète and his followers, took center stage as
... Read more
Practical PHP 7, MySQL 8, and MariaDB Website Databases

A Simplified Approach to Developing Database-Driven Websites

by Adrian W. West, Steve Prettyman ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Build interactive, database-driven websites with PHP 7, MySQL 8, and MariaDB. The focus of this book is on getting you up and running as quickly as possible with real-world applications. In the first two chapters, you will set up your development and testing environment, and then build your first PHP and MariaDB or MySQL database-driven website. You will then increase its sophistication, security, ... Read more

$80.99 CAD

Build interactive, database-driven websites with PHP 7, MySQL 8, and MariaDB. The focus of this book is on getting you up and running as quickly as possible with real-world applications. In the first two chapters, you will set up your development and testing environment, and then build your first PHP and MariaDB or MySQL database-driven website. You will then increase its sophistication, security,
... Read more
Emotional Engineering, Vol. 6

Understanding Motivation

Edited by Shuichi Fukuda ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book looks back at the starting point of engineering to show the importance of motivation in dealing with the passive-to-active consumer change, and explains how engineering can be holistic.It presents a variety of research on emotion, discussing topics such as neuroscience, philosophy and physiology. In addition to providing similar research being carried out from different perspectives in ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

This book looks back at the starting point of engineering to show the importance of motivation in dealing with the passive-to-active consumer change, and explains how engineering can be holistic.It presents a variety of research on emotion, discussing topics such as neuroscience, philosophy and physiology. In addition to providing similar research being carried out from different perspectives in
... Read more
Management of Education in the Information Age

The Role of ICT

Edited by Ian D. Selwood, A. Fung, Christopher D. O'Mahoney ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
At two previous conferences of Working Group 3. 7, the evaluation of the implementation of computerised school information systems (SISs) in Hong Kong and The Netherlands were presented. Here, we will present the results of similar research in England. The rationale for these studies was to fill the gap in our knowledge on this important type of computer use in schools, and, by that, to gain ... Read more

$115.99 CAD

At two previous conferences of Working Group 3. 7, the evaluation of the implementation of computerised school information systems (SISs) in Hong Kong and The Netherlands were presented. Here, we will present the results of similar research in England. The rationale for these studies was to fill the gap in our knowledge on this important type of computer use in schools, and, by that, to gain
... Read more
Design Patterns in C#

A Hands-on Guide with Real-World Examples

by Vaskaran Sarcar ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Get hands-on experience with each Gang of Four design pattern using C#. For each of the patterns, you’ll see at least one real-world scenario, a coding example, and a complete implementation including output.In the first part of Design Patterns in C#, you will cover the 23 Gang of Four (GoF) design patterns, before moving onto some alternative design patterns, including the Simple Factory Pattern, ... Read more

$63.99 CAD

Get hands-on experience with each Gang of Four design pattern using C#. For each of the patterns, you’ll see at least one real-world scenario, a coding example, and a complete implementation including output.In the first part of Design Patterns in C#, you will cover the 23 Gang of Four (GoF) design patterns, before moving onto some alternative design patterns, including the Simple Factory Pattern,
... Read more
Human-Computer Interaction. Novel User Experiences

18th International Conference, HCI International 2016, Toronto, ON, Canada, July 17-22, 2016. Proceedings, Part III

Edited by Masaaki Kurosu ...

Series Book 3 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
The 3-volume set LNCS 9731, 9732, and 9733 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2016, held in Toronto, ON, Canada, in July 2016. The total of 1287 papers and 186 posters presented at the HCII 2016 conferences and were carefully reviewed and selected from 4354 submissions.The papers thoroughly cover the entire field of Human ... Read more

$64.99 CAD

The 3-volume set LNCS 9731, 9732, and 9733 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2016, held in Toronto, ON, Canada, in July 2016. The total of 1287 papers and 186 posters presented at the HCII 2016 conferences and were carefully reviewed and selected from 4354 submissions.The papers thoroughly cover the entire field of Human
... Read more
Enterprise Systems and Technological Convergence

Research and Practice

Edited by Sam Goundar ...

Series series Emerging Information Technologies: Applications, Innovations, and Research
Enterprise Systems have been used for many years to integrate technology with the management of an organization but rapid technological disruptions are now creating new challenges and opportunities that require urgent consideration. This book reappraises the implementation and management of Enterprise Systems in the digital age and investigates the vital link between business processes, ... Read more

$73.99 CAD

Enterprise Systems have been used for many years to integrate technology with the management of an organization but rapid technological disruptions are now creating new challenges and opportunities that require urgent consideration. This book reappraises the implementation and management of Enterprise Systems in the digital age and investigates the vital link between business processes,
... Read more

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