Data & IT

Data pipelines are the foundation for success in data analytics. Moving data from numerous diverse sources and transforming it to provide context is the difference between having data and actually gaining value from it. This pocket reference defines data pipelines and explains how they work in today's modern data stack.You'll learn common considerations and key decision points when implementing pipelines, such as batch versus streaming data ingestion and build versus buy. This book addresses the most common decisions made by data professionals and discusses foundational concepts that apply to open source frameworks, commercial products, and homegrown solutions.You'll learn:What a data pipeline is and how it worksHow data is moved and processed on modern data infrastructure, including cloud platformsCommon tools and products used by data engineers to build pipelinesHow pipelines support analytics and reporting needsConsiderations for pipeline maintenance, testing, and alerting

An in-depth analysis of the best video game franchises, characters, consoles, and computers of the 1980's. Curating the most important games, including Pac Man, Tetris, Frogger, Outrun, Zelda, Super Mario, and more, as well as the hardware: the NES, C64, Sega Mega System, the Amiga 50, and more.

Discover how data science can help you gain in-depth insight into your business - the easy way! Jobs in data science abound, but few people have the data science skills needed to fill these increasingly important roles.

Fearless investigative journalist takes a deep dive into the dark world of online racist hatemongers - and shows us how we can fight back

If you're one of the many developers uncertain about concurrent and multithreaded development, this practical cookbook will change your mind. With more than 75 code-rich recipes, author Stephen Cleary demonstrates parallel processing and asynchronous programming techniques, using libraries and language features in .NET and C#.

The #1 selling Wi-Fi networking reference guide in the worldThe CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator Study Guide is the ultimate preparation resource for the CWNA exam. Fully updated to align with the latest version of the exam, this book features expert coverage of all exam objectives to help you pass the exam. But passing the exam is just a first step. For over 16 years, the CWNA Study Guide has helped individuals jump-start their wireless networking careers. Wireless networking professionals across the globe use this book as their workplace reference guide for enterprise Wi-Fi technology.Owning this book provides you with a foundation of knowledge for important Wi-Fi networking topics, including:* Radio frequency (RF) fundamentals* 802.11 MAC and medium access* Wireless LAN topologies and architecture* WLAN design, troubleshooting and validation* Wi-Fi networking securityThe book authors have over 40 years of combined Wi-Fi networking expertise and provide real-world insights that you can leverage in your wireless networking career. Each of the book's 20 chapters breaks down complex topics into easy to understand nuggets of useful information. Each chapter has review questions that help you gauge your progress along the way. Additionally, hands-on exercises allow you to practice applying CWNA concepts to real-world scenarios. You also get a year of free access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment, which features additional resources and study aids, including bonus practice exam questions.The CWNA certification is a de facto standard for anyone working with wireless technology. It shows employers that you have demonstrated competence in critical areas, and have the knowledge and skills to perform essential duties that keep their wireless networks functioning and safe. The CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator Study Guide gives you everything you need to pass the exam with flying colors.

The inside story of the booming video game industry from the late 1990s to the present, as told by the Managing Director of Ubisoft's Massive Entertainment (The Division, Far Cry 3, Assassin's Creed: Revelations).

An accessible, highly-illustrated introduction to deep learning that offers visual and conceptual explanations instead of equations. Readers learn how to use key deep learning algorithms without the need for complex math.

Gain the skills to maximize your photography investmentAdding a Nikon D780 to your collection means you're ready to get professional results from your photography. Don't start shooting photos without first gathering the tips and tricks needed to get those high-end results. Long time pro photographer Doug Sahlin shares his deep knowledge of photography principals and shows how to apply them using a Nikon D780. Get quick answers to your "what does this button do" questions before diving into how to gain full control of exposure using this pro-level camera.Inside...* Explore the Nikon D780 body* Get to know the settings options* See results from auto modes* Take control of exposure* Look into lens options* Add a flash to the mix* Apply your skills for better results

Deep learning is changing everything. This machine-learning method has already surpassed traditional computer vision techniques, and the same is happening with NLP. If you're looking to bring deep learning into your domain, this practical book will bring you up to speed on key concepts using Facebook's PyTorch framework.Once author Ian Pointer helps you set up PyTorch on a cloud-based environment, you'll learn how use the framework to create neural architectures for performing operations on images, sound, text, and other types of data. By the end of the book, you'll be able to create neural networks and train them on multiple types of data.Learn how to deploy deep learning models to productionExplore PyTorch use cases in companies other than FacebookLearn how to apply transfer learning to imagesApply cutting-edge NLP techniques using a model trained on Wikipedia

When you depend on users to perform specific actionslike buying tickets, playing a game, or riding public transitwell-placed words are most effective. But how do you choose the right words? And how do you know if they work? With this practical book, youll learn how to write strategically for UX, using tools to build foundational pieces for UI text and UX voice strategy.UX content strategist Torrey Podmajersky provides strategies for converting, engaging, supporting, and re-attracting users. Youll use frameworks and patterns for content, methods to measure the contents effectiveness, and processes to create the collaboration necessary for success. Youll also structure your voice throughout so that the brand is easily recognizable to its audience.Learn how UX content works with the software development lifecycleUse a framework to align the UX content with product principlesExplore content-first design to root UX text in conversationLearn how UX text patterns work with different voicesProduce text thats purposeful, concise, conversational, and clear

Quantum computers are poised to kick-start a new computing revolutionand you can join in right away. If youre in software engineering, computer graphics, data science, or just an intrigued computerphile, this book provides a hands-on programmers guide to understanding quantum computing. Rather than labor through math and theory, youll work directly with examples that demonstrate this technologys unique capabilities.Quantum computing specialists Eric Johnston, Nic Harrigan, and Mercedes Gimeno-Segovia show you how to build the skills, tools, and intuition required to write quantum programs at the center of applications. Youll understand what quantum computers can do and learn how to identify the types of problems they can solve.This book includes three multichapter sections:Programming for a QPUExplore core concepts for programming quantum processing units, including how to describe and manipulate qubits and how to perform quantum teleportation.QPU PrimitivesLearn algorithmic primitives and techniques, including amplitude amplification, the Quantum Fourier Transform, and phase estimation.QPU ApplicationsInvestigate how QPU primitives are used to build existing applications, including quantum search techniques and Shors factoring algorithm.

Implement an effective and compliant information security management system using IT governance best practice.