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Author Chris Knight
Without light, there is no photograph. As almost every photographer knows, the word “photograph” has its roots in two Greek words that, together, mean “drawing with light.” But what is less commonly acknowledged and understood is the role that shadow plays in....
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Mathematical Basics of Motion and Deformation in Computer Graphics, 2nd Edition
Author Brian A. Barsky , Hiroyuki Ochiai , Ken Anjyo
This synthesis lecture presents an intuitive introduction to the mathematics of motion and deformation in computer graphics. Starting with familiar concepts in graphics, such as Euler angles, quaternions, and affine transformations, we illustrate that a mathematical....
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Author Crystal Kadakia
Ready for the Future or Stuck in the Past?Millennials have been condemned as lazy, entitled, disloyal, and disrespectful and needing constant hand-holding. But Crystal Kadakia—a Millennial herself as well as an organizational development consultant and two-tim....
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Author David A. Kolb , Kay Peterson
What's Your Learning Style?Being a lifelong learner is one of the secrets to happiness, success, and personal fulfillment. But what's the best way to become one? Kay Peterson and David Kolb have the answer. They offer deep, research-based insights into the i....
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Author Andy Oram , John King
The speed of change in web development, in terms of favored tooling, techniques, and standards, allows for much innovation in a vibrant ecosystem of developers. It also presents challenges for those trying to keep up. What can you earn as a web developer today? How....
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Deep Learning with Python: A Hands-on Introduction
Author Nikhil Ketkar
Discover the practical aspects of implementing deep-learning solutions using the rich Python ecosystem. This book bridges the gap between the academic state-of-the-art and the industry state-of-the-practice by introducing you to deep learning frameworks such as Ker....
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Beginning iPhone Development with Swift 3: Exploring the iOS SDK, Third Edition
Author Jeff Lamarche , Fredrik Olsson , David Mark , Kim Topley , Molly Maskrey
Create your very own apps for the latest iOS devices. You'll start with the basics, and then work your way through the process of downloading and installing Xcode and the iOS 10 SDK, and then guides you though the creation of your first simple application.Assuming....
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IoT Solutions in Microsoft's Azure IoT Suite: Data Acquisition and Analysis in the Real World
Author Scott Klein
Collect and analyze sensor and usage data from Internet of Things applications with Microsoft Azure IoT Suite. Internet connectivity to everyday devices such as light bulbs, thermostats, and even voice-command devices such as Google Home and Amazon.com's Alexa is ....
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Author Elizabeth F Churchill , Rochelle King , Caitlin Tan
On the surface, design practices and data science may not seem like obvious partners. But these disciplines actually work toward the same goal, helping designers and product managers understand users so they can craft elegant digital experiences. While data can enha....
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Personal Branding for Entrepreneurial Journalists and Creative Professionals
Author Sara Kelly
Personal Branding for Entrepreneurial Journalists and Creative Professionals outlines and describes the complete process of building and growing a successful personal brand. Focused on the independent journalist or creative professional in the new digital marketplace, Sar....
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Author Mike Ulrich , Wayne Brockbank , David Kryscynski , Dave Ulrich
#1 Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Dave Ulrich offers HR professionals a new line of defense in the corporate “war for talent.”Destined to be a classic in the field, this game-changing book from HR visionary Dave Ulrich tackles one of the great....
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Author Hari P. Krishnan
Cut risk and generate profit even after the market dropsThe Second Leg Down offers practical approaches to profiting after a market event. Written by a specialist in global macro, volatility and hedging overlay strategies, this book provides in-depth insight into s....
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The Ten Roads to Riches, 2nd Edition
Author Lara W. Hoffmans , Elisabeth Dellinger , Kenneth L. Fisher
Profiles of some of America's richest people and how they got that way—and how you can too!While we can't promise that this book will elevate you to the ranks of the super-rich, we can say that within its pages you'll discover everything you need to know about h....
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Author John Zog , M.J. Moye , Kenneth W. GRONBACH
Demographics not only define who we are, where we live, and how our numbers change, but—for those who can read beyond the raw figures—they open up hidden business opportunities that lie ahead.What will happen when retiring Boomers free up jobs? How will Generation ....
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Implementing the IBM Storwize V7000 and IBM Spectrum Virtualize V7.8
Author Paulo Tomiyoshi Takeda , Dharmesh Kamdar , Giulio Fiscella , Frank Enders , Catarina
AbstractContinuing its commitment to developing and delivering industry-leading storage technologies, IBM® introduces the IBM Storwize® V7000 solution powered by IBM Spectrum Virtualize™, which is an innovative storage offering that delivers essential storage effic....
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Planning and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects
Author Alka Upadhyay , Vijay P. Singh , Raveendra Kumar Rai
Planning and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects: Methods and Implementation presents the considerations, options and factors necessary for effective implementation of irrigation strategies, going further to provide methods for evaluating the efficiency of systems-in....
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Methods in Chemical Process Safety
Author Faisal Khan
Methods in Chemical Process Safety, Volume One publishes fully commissioned reviews across the field of process safety, risk assessment, and management and loss prevention, with this volume focusing on the process of learning from experience, elements of process sa....
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Author Deepak M Kalaskar
3D Printing in Medicine examines the emerging market of 3D-printed biomaterials and its clinical applications. With a particular focus on both commercial and premarket tools, the book looks at their applications within medicine and the future outlook for the field.....
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The Most Underrated Skill in Management
Author Barbara H. Wixom , Nelson Repenning , Don Kieffer , Michael Morales , Todd Astor
According to the authors, there are few questions in business more powerful than “What problem are you trying to solve?” The authors argue that leaders who can formulate clear problem statements get more done with less effort and move more rapidly than ....
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Mastering the Digital Innovation Challenge
Author Gerald C. Kane , Rikard Lindgren , Lars Mathiassen , Fredrik Svahn
For Volvo Cars, pursuing digital innovation required fundamentally rethinking the organization, while also keeping the core business functioning efficiently. The company did so by balancing four interrelated competing concerns: (1) new and established innovation ca....
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What to Expect From Artificial Intelligence
Author Avi Goldfarb , Joshua S. Gans , Ajay K. Agrawal
To understand how advances in artificial intelligence are likely to change the workplace — and the work of managers — in coming years, you need to know where AI delivers the most value. Show and hide more
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The Heavy Toll of ‘Always-On’ Technology
Author Larry D. Rosen , Frieda Klotz
Our electronic devices and expectations for immediate responses to communications are degrading our attention, with implications not just for productivity but also for mental health and stress levels in the workplace. That’s according to the 2016 book The Dis....
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Communication, Signal Processing & Information Technology
Author Nabil Derbel , Olfa Kanoun , Faouzi Derbel
Communication & Signal Processing involving topics such as: CommunicationsTheory and Techniques, Communications Protocols and Standards, TelecommunicationSystems, Modulation and Signal Design, Coding Compression andInformation Theory, Communication Networks, Wirele....
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Python: Data Analytics and Visualization
Author Kirthi Raman , Ashish Kumar , Martin Czygan , Phuong Vo.T.H
Understand, evaluate, and visualize dataAbout This BookLearn basic steps of data analysis and how to use Python and its packagesA step-by-step guide to predictive modeling including tips, tricks, and best practicesEffectively visualize a broad set of analyzed data a....
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Robust Cloud Integration with Azure
Author Ashish Bhambhani , James Corbould , Gyanendra Kumar Gautam , Martin Abbott , Abhishe
Unleash the power of serverless integration with AzureAbout This BookBuild and support highly available and scalable API Apps by learning powerful Azure-based cloud integrationDeploy and deliver applications that integrate seamlessly in the cloud and quickly adapt ....
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Author Vijay Varada , Rishi Gaurav Bhatnagar , Priya Kuber
A cool guide to help kids develop robots and electronicsAbout This BookGet clearly-written code with descriptions and comments that explain each code sectionThe book comes with separate code files, one entire program at a time, as well as many diagrams and separate....
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PostgreSQL High Performance Cookbook
Author Dinesh Kumar , Chitij Chauhan
Get to know effective ways to improve PostgreSQL’s performance and master query optimization, and database monitoring.About This BookPerform essential database tasks such as benchmarking the database and optimizing the server’s memory usageLearn ways to improve que....
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An Introduction to SAS Visual Analytics
Author Ryan Kumpfmiller , Rob Collum , Tricia Aanderud
When it comes to business intelligence and analytical capabilities, SAS Visual Analytics is the premier solution for data discovery, visualization, and reporting. An Introduction to SAS Visual Analytics will show you how to make sense of your complex data wit....
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Author Doug Crandall , Matt Kincaid
Lead So Your People Speak FreelyCandid communication enhances innovation, ownership, engagement, and performance. The benefits of hearing questions and uncertainties, good and bad ideas, and honest feedback are game-changing. Yet research shows that most of th....
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Play to Learn: Everything You Need to Know About Designing Effective Learning Games
Author Karl Kapp , Sharon Boller
When trainers use games, learners win big. As a trainer interested in game design, you know that games are more effective than lectures. You've seen firsthand how immersive games hold learners' interest, helping them explore new skills and experience different p....
Release Date 2017/03