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Deep Learning in Gaming and Animations

Principles and Applications

Edited by Vikas Chaudhary, Moolchand Sharma, Prerna Sharma, Deevyankar Agarwal ...

Series series Explainable AI (XAI) for Engineering Applications
Over the last decade, progress in deep learning has had a profound and transformational effect on many complex problems, including speech recognition, machine translation, natural language understanding, and computer vision. As a result, computers can now achieve human-competitive performance in a wide range of perception and recognition tasks. Many of these systems are now available to the ... Read more

$96.99 CAD

Over the last decade, progress in deep learning has had a profound and transformational effect on many complex problems, including speech recognition, machine translation, natural language understanding, and computer vision. As a result, computers can now achieve human-competitive performance in a wide range of perception and recognition tasks. Many of these systems are now available to the
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Core Software Security

Security at the Source

by James Ransome, Anmol Misra ...

"... an engaging book that will empower readers in both large and small software development and engineering organizations to build security into their products. ... Readers are armed with firm solutions for the fight against cyber threats."—Dr. Dena Haritos Tsamitis. Carnegie Mellon University***"... a must read for security specialists, software developers and software engineers. ... should be ... Read more

$78.99 CAD

"... an engaging book that will empower readers in both large and small software development and engineering organizations to build security into their products. ... Readers are armed with firm solutions for the fight against cyber threats."—Dr. Dena Haritos Tsamitis. Carnegie Mellon University***"... a must read for security specialists, software developers and software engineers. ... should be
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Shaping a DesignedUp Organisation

The Journey to Design Maturity

by Emma Carter ...

“Emma Carter reveals how organizations can shift from tech-centric to design-led, creating meaningful experiences. Through case studies and practical frameworks, she demonstrates how scaling design isn’t about adding more designers but transforming how organizations think and operate. This essential guide helps leaders embed design thinking at every level, turning transformation into a continuous ... Read more

$76.99 CAD

“Emma Carter reveals how organizations can shift from tech-centric to design-led, creating meaningful experiences. Through case studies and practical frameworks, she demonstrates how scaling design isn’t about adding more designers but transforming how organizations think and operate. This essential guide helps leaders embed design thinking at every level, turning transformation into a continuous
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Das Nikon D7100 Handbuch

by Michael Gradias ...

Die Nikon D7100 verfügt über einen enormen Funktionsumfang, der leicht verwirren kann. Das Buch erklärt alle Funktionen und Bedienelemente der Kamera verständlich und praxisnah. Die Möglichkeiten der Personalisierung der Kamera werden detailliert geschildert. Anhand von repräsentativen Beispielaufnahmen werden die kreativen Möglichkeiten der D7100 anschaulich dargestellt. Sie erfahren alles ... Read more

$64.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Die Nikon D7100 verfügt über einen enormen Funktionsumfang, der leicht verwirren kann. Das Buch erklärt alle Funktionen und Bedienelemente der Kamera verständlich und praxisnah. Die Möglichkeiten der Personalisierung der Kamera werden detailliert geschildert. Anhand von repräsentativen Beispielaufnahmen werden die kreativen Möglichkeiten der D7100 anschaulich dargestellt. Sie erfahren alles
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User Experience Research and Usability of Health Information Technology

by Jessica Lynn Campbell ...

Health information technology (HIT) is a critical component of the modern healthcare system. Yet to be effective and safely implemented in healthcare organizations and physicians and patients’ lives, it must be usable and useful. User Experience (UX) research is required throughout the full system design lifecycle of HIT products, which involve a user-centered and human- centered approach. This ... Read more

$105.99 CAD

Health information technology (HIT) is a critical component of the modern healthcare system. Yet to be effective and safely implemented in healthcare organizations and physicians and patients’ lives, it must be usable and useful. User Experience (UX) research is required throughout the full system design lifecycle of HIT products, which involve a user-centered and human- centered approach. This
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Essential Architecture and Principles of Systems Engineering

by Charles Dickerson, Siyuan Ji ...

This book is for everyone interested in systems and the modern practice of engineering. The revolution in engineering and systems that has occurred over the past decade has led to an expansive advancement of systems engineering tools and languages. A new age of information-intensive complex systems has arrived with new challenges in a global business market. Science and information technology must ... Read more

$98.99 CAD

This book is for everyone interested in systems and the modern practice of engineering. The revolution in engineering and systems that has occurred over the past decade has led to an expansive advancement of systems engineering tools and languages. A new age of information-intensive complex systems has arrived with new challenges in a global business market. Science and information technology must
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Hidden Markov Models

Theory and Implementation using MATLAB®

by João Paulo Coelho, Tatiana M. Pinho, José Boaventura-Cunha ...

This book presents, in an integrated form, both the analysis and synthesis of three different types of hidden Markov models. Unlike other books on the subject, it is generic and does not focus on a specific theme, e.g. speech processing. Moreover, it presents the translation of hidden Markov models’ concepts from the domain of formal mathematics into computer codes using MATLAB®. The unique ... Read more

$101.99 CAD

This book presents, in an integrated form, both the analysis and synthesis of three different types of hidden Markov models. Unlike other books on the subject, it is generic and does not focus on a specific theme, e.g. speech processing. Moreover, it presents the translation of hidden Markov models’ concepts from the domain of formal mathematics into computer codes using MATLAB®. The unique
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Convergence of Blockchain and Internet of Things in Healthcare

Edited by Arun Kumar Rana, Vishnu Sharma, Ajay Rana, Maksud Alam, Suman Lata Tripathi ...

Series series Smart Engineering Systems: Design and Applications
The Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain are two new technologies that combine elements in many ways. A system where the virtual and physical worlds interact is created by integrating pervasive computing, ubiquitous computing, communication technologies, sensing technologies, Internet Protocol, and embedded devices. A massive number of linked devices and vast amounts of data present new ... Read more

$321.99 CAD

The Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain are two new technologies that combine elements in many ways. A system where the virtual and physical worlds interact is created by integrating pervasive computing, ubiquitous computing, communication technologies, sensing technologies, Internet Protocol, and embedded devices. A massive number of linked devices and vast amounts of data present new
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Smart Ships

Edited by Yang Xiao, Tieshan Li ...

Smart shipping is a future method for transporting ocean cargo and exploring the resources of oceans for medical drugs, food, energy resources, and other products. A smart ship is an integration of shipping with many fields such as fishing, manufacturing, navigation, communication, computing, control, sensing, etc., to provide better shipping and services.The purpose of this edited book is to ... Read more

$75.99 CAD

Smart shipping is a future method for transporting ocean cargo and exploring the resources of oceans for medical drugs, food, energy resources, and other products. A smart ship is an integration of shipping with many fields such as fishing, manufacturing, navigation, communication, computing, control, sensing, etc., to provide better shipping and services.The purpose of this edited book is to
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Developing Graphics Frameworks with Java and OpenGL

by Lee Stemkoski, James Cona ...

Developing Graphics Frameworks with Java and OpenGL shows you how to create software for rendering complete three-dimensional (3D) scenes. The book explains the foundational theoretical concepts as well as the practical programming techniques that will enable you to create your own animated and interactive computer-generated worlds.You will learn how to combine the power of OpenGL, the most widely ... Read more

$92.99 CAD

Developing Graphics Frameworks with Java and OpenGL shows you how to create software for rendering complete three-dimensional (3D) scenes. The book explains the foundational theoretical concepts as well as the practical programming techniques that will enable you to create your own animated and interactive computer-generated worlds.You will learn how to combine the power of OpenGL, the most widely
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Intelligent User Interface

Usable Artificial Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence for Usability

by Pradipta Biswas ...

This book aims to mainstream UI/UX design process by explaining latest AI/ML models in a comprehensible way and highlighting case studies on developing intelligent user interfaces for XR systems, human robot interaction, cockpit design and trajectory prediction. The book also discusses the latest standards and guidelines relevant to UI/UX design, layout and equipment list for setting up a lab on ... Read more

$185.99 CAD

This book aims to mainstream UI/UX design process by explaining latest AI/ML models in a comprehensible way and highlighting case studies on developing intelligent user interfaces for XR systems, human robot interaction, cockpit design and trajectory prediction. The book also discusses the latest standards and guidelines relevant to UI/UX design, layout and equipment list for setting up a lab on
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Airflow for Data Workflow Automation

by Richard Johnson ...

"Airflow for Data Workflow Automation""Airflow for Data Workflow Automation" is a comprehensive guide designed for data engineers, architects, and platform specialists seeking to master the orchestration of robust, maintainable, and scalable data pipelines using Apache Airflow. Starting with the foundational principles of modern data workflow automation, the book meticulously explores key ... Read more

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"Airflow for Data Workflow Automation""Airflow for Data Workflow Automation" is a comprehensive guide designed for data engineers, architects, and platform specialists seeking to master the orchestration of robust, maintainable, and scalable data pipelines using Apache Airflow. Starting with the foundational principles of modern data workflow automation, the book meticulously explores key
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Quantifying Software

Global and Industry Perspectives

by Capers Jones ...

Software is one of the most important products in human history and is widely used by all industries and all countries. It is also one of the most expensive and labor-intensive products in human history. Software also has very poor quality that has caused many major disasters and wasted many millions of dollars. Software is also the target of frequent and increasingly serious cyber-attacks.Among ... Read more

$68.70 CAD

Software is one of the most important products in human history and is widely used by all industries and all countries. It is also one of the most expensive and labor-intensive products in human history. Software also has very poor quality that has caused many major disasters and wasted many millions of dollars. Software is also the target of frequent and increasingly serious cyber-attacks.Among
... Read more
Intermediate Kotlin Architecture: Practical Problem Solving and Application Logic

Modern Kotlin Architecture, #2

by Elijah Markwell ...

Series Book 2 - Modern Kotlin Architecture
Elevate your Kotlin skills from developer to software architect.Building robust software requires more than just knowing the syntax. It demands a deep understanding of architectural principles, domain modeling, and concurrent programming. This comprehensive guide provides the strategic mindset and practical patterns needed to design, scale, and maintain complex Kotlin applications.By bridging the ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Elevate your Kotlin skills from developer to software architect.Building robust software requires more than just knowing the syntax. It demands a deep understanding of architectural principles, domain modeling, and concurrent programming. This comprehensive guide provides the strategic mindset and practical patterns needed to design, scale, and maintain complex Kotlin applications.By bridging the
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User-Centered Agile Methods

by Hugh Beyer ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
This book is an up-to-date exploration of the relationship between user-centered design and Agile development. It offers readers a framework for understanding how user-centered design fits into the overall structure of an Agile project, from deciding what to build through delivery. While the dust may have settled somewhat in the 10 years since the first edition examined the impact of Agile methods ... Read more

$38.49 CAD

This book is an up-to-date exploration of the relationship between user-centered design and Agile development. It offers readers a framework for understanding how user-centered design fits into the overall structure of an Agile project, from deciding what to build through delivery. While the dust may have settled somewhat in the 10 years since the first edition examined the impact of Agile methods
... Read more
Emerging Technologies in Computing

7th EAI International Conference, iCETiC 2024, Essex, UK, August 15–16, 2024, Proceedings

Edited by Mahdi H. Miraz, Garfield Southall, Maaruf Ali, Andrew Ware ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book LNICST 623 constitutes the refereed conference proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Emerging Technologies in Computing, iCETiC 2024, held in Essex, UK, during August 15–16, 2024.The 17 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 58 submissions. The proceedings focus on topics such asAI, Expert Systems and Big Data AnalyticsCloud, IoT and Distributed Computing ... Read more

$89.69 CAD

This book LNICST 623 constitutes the refereed conference proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Emerging Technologies in Computing, iCETiC 2024, held in Essex, UK, during August 15–16, 2024.The 17 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 58 submissions. The proceedings focus on topics such asAI, Expert Systems and Big Data AnalyticsCloud, IoT and Distributed Computing
... Read more
Risk Management in Software Development Projects

by John McManus ...

Very few software projects are completed on time, on budget, and to their original specification causing the global IT software industry to lose billions each year in project overruns and reworking software. Research supports that projects usually fail because of management mistakes rather than technical mistakes. Risk Management in Software Development Projects focuses on what the practitioner ... Read more

$116.79 CAD

Very few software projects are completed on time, on budget, and to their original specification causing the global IT software industry to lose billions each year in project overruns and reworking software. Research supports that projects usually fail because of management mistakes rather than technical mistakes. Risk Management in Software Development Projects focuses on what the practitioner
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Understanding Semantics-Based Decision Support

by Sarika Jain ...

This book is an attempt to establish in the readers the importance of creating interoperable data stores and writing rules for handling this data. It also covers extracts from a few project dissertations and a research funded project that the author had supervised.• Describes the power of ontologies for better data management• Provides an overview of knowledge engineering including ontology ... Read more

$86.56 CAD

This book is an attempt to establish in the readers the importance of creating interoperable data stores and writing rules for handling this data. It also covers extracts from a few project dissertations and a research funded project that the author had supervised.• Describes the power of ontologies for better data management• Provides an overview of knowledge engineering including ontology
... Read more
Delivering Successful Projects with TSP(SM) and Six Sigma

A Practical Guide to Implementing Team Software Process(SM)

by Mukesh Jain ...

Delivering successful projects means the ability to produce high quality software within budget and on time-consistently, but when one mentions quality to software engineers or project managers, they talk about how impossible it is to eliminate defects from software. This assumption is passed on and on until it becomes accepted wisdom, with the power of a self-fulfilling prophecy. And when a ... Read more

$119.54 CAD

Delivering successful projects means the ability to produce high quality software within budget and on time-consistently, but when one mentions quality to software engineers or project managers, they talk about how impossible it is to eliminate defects from software. This assumption is passed on and on until it becomes accepted wisdom, with the power of a self-fulfilling prophecy. And when a
... Read more
Everything that you MUST know as an IT Scrum Master

by Ms. Sweta Suman ...

This book highly focuses on the key responsibilities of a Scrum Master and what they should know in this role. This is a complete quick guide that offers deep insight into what knowledge a Scrum Master must have to lead a team. This book is based on personal experience and is undoubtedly helpful to anyone newly shifting to this role and who wants to succeed there. It also details about tools that ... Read more

$25.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book highly focuses on the key responsibilities of a Scrum Master and what they should know in this role. This is a complete quick guide that offers deep insight into what knowledge a Scrum Master must have to lead a team. This book is based on personal experience and is undoubtedly helpful to anyone newly shifting to this role and who wants to succeed there. It also details about tools that
... Read more
A Concise Introduction to Software Engineering

With Open Source and GenAI

by Pankaj Jalote ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Software engineering has changed: A software project today is likely to use large language models (LLMs) for some tasks and will employ some open-source software. It is therefore important to integrate open source and use of LLMs in teaching software engineering – a key goal of this textbook.This reader-friendly textbook/reference introduces a carefully curated set of concepts and practices ... Read more

$64.09 CAD

Software engineering has changed: A software project today is likely to use large language models (LLMs) for some tasks and will employ some open-source software. It is therefore important to integrate open source and use of LLMs in teaching software engineering – a key goal of this textbook.This reader-friendly textbook/reference introduces a carefully curated set of concepts and practices
... Read more
Collaborative Computing: Networking, Applications and Worksharing

16th EAI International Conference, CollaborateCom 2020, Shanghai, China, October 16–18, 2020, Proceedings, Part I

Edited by Honghao Gao, Xinheng Wang, Muddesar Iqbal, Yuyu Yin, Jianwei Yin, Ning Gu ...

Series Book 1 - Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This two-volume set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Collaborative Computing: Networking, Applications, and Worksharing, CollaborateCom 2020, held in Shanghai, China, in October 2020.The 61 full papers and 16 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 211 submissions. The papers reflect the conference sessions as follows: ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This two-volume set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Collaborative Computing: Networking, Applications, and Worksharing, CollaborateCom 2020, held in Shanghai, China, in October 2020.The 61 full papers and 16 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 211 submissions. The papers reflect the conference sessions as follows:
... Read more
Current Trends in Web Engineering

ICWE 2024 International Workshops, BECS and WALS, Tampere, Finland, June 17, 2024, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Cesare Pautasso, Patrick Marcel ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This volume constitutes the papers of two workshops which were held in conjunction with the International Conference on Web Engineering, ICWE 2024, held in Tampere, Finland, on June 17, 2024.The 6 revised full papers and 2 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 14 submissions. They stem from the following workshops:Fourth International Workshop on Big Data ... Read more

$83.29 CAD

This volume constitutes the papers of two workshops which were held in conjunction with the International Conference on Web Engineering, ICWE 2024, held in Tampere, Finland, on June 17, 2024.The 6 revised full papers and 2 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 14 submissions. They stem from the following workshops:Fourth International Workshop on Big Data
... Read more
Computational Intelligence, Cyber Security and Computational Models. Emerging Trends in Computational Models, Intelligence and Security Systems

6th International Conference, ICC3 2023, Coimbatore, India, December 14–16, 2023, Revised Selected Papers

Edited by Shina Sheen, Latha R., Sridevi U. K., Thanalakshmi P., Thilaga M. ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 6th International Conference, ICC3 2023, held in Coimbatore, India, during December 14–16, 2023.The 10 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 86 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: computational intelligence; cyber security; and computational models. ... Read more

$76.89 CAD

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 6th International Conference, ICC3 2023, held in Coimbatore, India, during December 14–16, 2023.The 10 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 86 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: computational intelligence; cyber security; and computational models.
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