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Game Development with Blender and Godot

Leverage the combined power of Blender and Godot for building a point-and-click adventure game

by Kumsal Obuz ...

Understand how to use one of the most popular 3D modeling software and advanced game engines to create a seamless workflow between the two and produce dynamic gamesKey FeaturesLearn how to create, rig, and animate 3D low-poly models in BlenderDiscover the 3D workflow of Godot Engine and understand how to enhance your modelsUse modeling and game design skills to create a dynamic point-and-click ... Read more

$43.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand how to use one of the most popular 3D modeling software and advanced game engines to create a seamless workflow between the two and produce dynamic gamesKey FeaturesLearn how to create, rig, and animate 3D low-poly models in BlenderDiscover the 3D workflow of Godot Engine and understand how to enhance your modelsUse modeling and game design skills to create a dynamic point-and-click
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Understanding Advanced JavaScript

by Smashing Magazine ...

Series series Smashing eBooks
Understanding Advanced JavaScriptThis book is an exploration of popular advanced JavaScript concepts for those who already have a grasp on the basics. "Understanding Advanced JavaScript" is a comprehensive manual and how-to guide about all things JavaScript. Learn to design better APIs, use the latest tools and navigate the JavaScript MVC Jungle effortlessly. In this eBook, you will receive expert ... Read more

$5.23 USD

Understanding Advanced JavaScriptThis book is an exploration of popular advanced JavaScript concepts for those who already have a grasp on the basics. "Understanding Advanced JavaScript" is a comprehensive manual and how-to guide about all things JavaScript. Learn to design better APIs, use the latest tools and navigate the JavaScript MVC Jungle effortlessly. In this eBook, you will receive expert
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NVMe Architecture and Protocols

Definitive Reference for Developers and Engineers

by Richard Johnson ...

"NVMe Architecture and Protocols""NVMe Architecture and Protocols" offers a comprehensive exploration of Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) technologies, tailored for engineers, architects, and technical professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of high-performance storage. Beginning with the foundations of NVMe’s inception, the book meticulously charts the evolution from legacy ... Read more

$9.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"NVMe Architecture and Protocols""NVMe Architecture and Protocols" offers a comprehensive exploration of Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) technologies, tailored for engineers, architects, and technical professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of high-performance storage. Beginning with the foundations of NVMe’s inception, the book meticulously charts the evolution from legacy
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Mapping with ArcGIS Pro

Design accurate and user-friendly maps to share the story of your data

by Amy Rock, Ryan Malhoski ...

Implementing the ArcGIS Pro technique to design accurate, user friendly maps and making appropriate cartographic decisionsKey Features- Build visually stunning and useful maps;- Understand the cartographic workflows and the decisions you must take before creating the map;- Learn to create appropriate map elements and layout designs-Use the ArcGIS Online's Smart Mapping technique to create clear ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Implementing the ArcGIS Pro technique to design accurate, user friendly maps and making appropriate cartographic decisionsKey Features- Build visually stunning and useful maps;- Understand the cartographic workflows and the decisions you must take before creating the map;- Learn to create appropriate map elements and layout designs-Use the ArcGIS Online's Smart Mapping technique to create clear
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SQL Server Analysis Services 2012 Cube Development Cookbook

by Baya Dewald, Steve Hughes, Paul Turley ...

A practical cookbook packed with recipes to help developers produce data cubes as quickly as possible by following step by step instructions, rather than explaining data mining concepts with SSAS.If you are a BI or ETL developer using SQL Server Analysis services to build OLAP cubes, this book is ideal for you. Prior knowledge of relational databases and experience with Excel as well as SQL ... Read more

$34.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A practical cookbook packed with recipes to help developers produce data cubes as quickly as possible by following step by step instructions, rather than explaining data mining concepts with SSAS.If you are a BI or ETL developer using SQL Server Analysis services to build OLAP cubes, this book is ideal for you. Prior knowledge of relational databases and experience with Excel as well as SQL
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Python Data Analytics

Data Analysis and Science using pandas, matplotlib and the Python Programming Language

by Fabio Nelli ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Python Data Analytics will help you tackle the world of data acquisition and analysis using the power of the Python language. At the heart of this book lies the coverage of pandas, an open source, BSD-licensed library providing high-performance, easy-to-use data structures and data analysis tools for the Python programming language.Author Fabio Nelli expertly shows the strength of the Python ... Read more

$44.99 USD

Python Data Analytics will help you tackle the world of data acquisition and analysis using the power of the Python language. At the heart of this book lies the coverage of pandas, an open source, BSD-licensed library providing high-performance, easy-to-use data structures and data analysis tools for the Python programming language.Author Fabio Nelli expertly shows the strength of the Python
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Learning Groovy 3

Java-Based Dynamic Scripting

by Adam L. Davis ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Start building powerful apps that take advantage of the dynamic scripting capabilities of the Groovy language, including what's new in Groovy version 3.0. This book covers Groovy fundamentals, such as installing Groovy, using Groovy tools, and working with the Groovy Development Kit (GDK). You'll also learn more advanced aspects of Groovy, such as using Groovy design patterns, writing DSLs in ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Start building powerful apps that take advantage of the dynamic scripting capabilities of the Groovy language, including what's new in Groovy version 3.0. This book covers Groovy fundamentals, such as installing Groovy, using Groovy tools, and working with the Groovy Development Kit (GDK). You'll also learn more advanced aspects of Groovy, such as using Groovy design patterns, writing DSLs in
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Secrets of VBA for Modelers!

Developing Decision Support Systems with Microsoft Office Excel

by Andrei Besedin ...

Secrets of VBA for Modelers: Developing Decision Support Systems with Microsoft Office ExcelVisual Basic Application (VBA) is one of the powerful tools that Microsoft Office Excel can offer you. It is the best when you master both basic and advanced skills of VBA. So you can become a skilled modeler we have made available an incredible short book titled “SECRETS OF VBA FOR MODELERS: DEVELOPING ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Secrets of VBA for Modelers: Developing Decision Support Systems with Microsoft Office ExcelVisual Basic Application (VBA) is one of the powerful tools that Microsoft Office Excel can offer you. It is the best when you master both basic and advanced skills of VBA. So you can become a skilled modeler we have made available an incredible short book titled “SECRETS OF VBA FOR MODELERS: DEVELOPING
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Reinforcement Learning for Finance

A Python-Based Introduction

by Yves Hilpisch ...

Reinforcement learning (RL) has led to several breakthroughs in AI. The use of the Q-learning (DQL) algorithm alone has helped people develop agents that play arcade games and board games at a superhuman level. More recently, RL, DQL, and similar methods have gained popularity in publications related to financial research.This book is among the first to explore the use of reinforcement learning ... Read more

$43.99 USD

Reinforcement learning (RL) has led to several breakthroughs in AI. The use of the Q-learning (DQL) algorithm alone has helped people develop agents that play arcade games and board games at a superhuman level. More recently, RL, DQL, and similar methods have gained popularity in publications related to financial research.This book is among the first to explore the use of reinforcement learning
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Getting Started with Python

Understand key data structures and use Python in object-oriented programming

by Fabrizio Romano, Benjamin Baka, Dusty Phillips ...

Harness the power of Python objects and data structures to implement algorithms for analyzing your data and efficiently extracting informationKey FeaturesTurn your designs into working software by learning the Python syntaxWrite robust code with a solid understanding of Python data structuresUnderstand when to use the functional or the OOP approachBook DescriptionThis Learning Path helps you get ... Read more

$31.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Harness the power of Python objects and data structures to implement algorithms for analyzing your data and efficiently extracting informationKey FeaturesTurn your designs into working software by learning the Python syntaxWrite robust code with a solid understanding of Python data structuresUnderstand when to use the functional or the OOP approachBook DescriptionThis Learning Path helps you get
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C# 5.0 Unleashed

by Bart De Smet ...

Series Book 5.0 - Unleashed
Buy the print C# 5.0 Unleashed and get the eBook version for free! See inside the book for access code and details.C# 5.0 Unleashed is for anyone who wants to learn the C# programming language in depth, understanding how language features truly work. While giving you those insights, you learn where and how to use the features to design various kinds of software. This book not only teaches the ... Read more

$34.99 USD

Buy the print C# 5.0 Unleashed and get the eBook version for free! See inside the book for access code and details.C# 5.0 Unleashed is for anyone who wants to learn the C# programming language in depth, understanding how language features truly work. While giving you those insights, you learn where and how to use the features to design various kinds of software. This book not only teaches the
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SQL Success

by StÃ©phane Faroult ...

"SQL Success" is about problem-solving in SQL. It bridges the gap between dry and dull database theory books, and developer books that focus on giving recipes without explaining sufficiently the reasons behind the recipes or discussing alternative solutions.Many developers struggle with SQL due to the contrast between the top-down logic of most programming languages and SQL's set-based approach. ... Read more

$39.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"SQL Success" is about problem-solving in SQL. It bridges the gap between dry and dull database theory books, and developer books that focus on giving recipes without explaining sufficiently the reasons behind the recipes or discussing alternative solutions.Many developers struggle with SQL due to the contrast between the top-down logic of most programming languages and SQL's set-based approach.
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Programming C# 10

Build Cloud, Web, and Desktop Applications

by Ian Griffiths ...

C# is undeniably one of the most versatile programming languages available to engineers today. With this comprehensive guide, you'll learn just how powerful the combination of C# and .NET can be. Author Ian Griffiths guides you through C# 10.0 and .NET 6 fundamentals and techniques for building cloud, web, and desktop applications.Designed for experienced programmers, this book provides many code ... Read more

$48.99 USD

C# is undeniably one of the most versatile programming languages available to engineers today. With this comprehensive guide, you'll learn just how powerful the combination of C# and .NET can be. Author Ian Griffiths guides you through C# 10.0 and .NET 6 fundamentals and techniques for building cloud, web, and desktop applications.Designed for experienced programmers, this book provides many code
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Advanced Analytics with PySpark

Patterns for Learning from Data at Scale Using Python and Spark

by Akash Tandon, Sandy Ryza, Uri Laserson, Sean Owen, Josh Wills ...

The amount of data being generated today is staggering and growing. Apache Spark has emerged as the de facto tool to analyze big data and is now a critical part of the data science toolbox. Updated for Spark 3.0, this practical guide brings together Spark, statistical methods, and real-world datasets to teach you how to approach analytics problems using PySpark, Spark's Python API, and other best ... Read more

$41.99 USD

The amount of data being generated today is staggering and growing. Apache Spark has emerged as the de facto tool to analyze big data and is now a critical part of the data science toolbox. Updated for Spark 3.0, this practical guide brings together Spark, statistical methods, and real-world datasets to teach you how to approach analytics problems using PySpark, Spark's Python API, and other best
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Visual Basic 2005 Cookbook

Solutions for VB 2005 Programmers

by Tim Patrick, John Clark Craig ...

This book will help you solve more than 300 of the most common and not-so-common tasks that working Visual Basic 2005 programmers face every day. If you're a seasoned .NET developer, beginning Visual Basic programmer, or a developer seeking a simple and clear migration path from VB6 to Visual Basic 2005, the Visual Basic 2005 Cookbook delivers a practical collection of problem-solving recipes for ... Read more

$28.99 USD

This book will help you solve more than 300 of the most common and not-so-common tasks that working Visual Basic 2005 programmers face every day. If you're a seasoned .NET developer, beginning Visual Basic programmer, or a developer seeking a simple and clear migration path from VB6 to Visual Basic 2005, the Visual Basic 2005 Cookbook delivers a practical collection of problem-solving recipes for
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Java 9 Programming Blueprints

Master features like modular programming, Java HTTP 2.0, and REPL by building numerous applications

by Jason Lee ...

Build a variety of real-world applications by taking advantage of the newest features of Java 9Key Features\[\*\] See some of the new features of Java 9 and be introduced to parts of the Java SDK\[\*\] This book provides a set of diverse, interesting projects that range in complexity from fairly simple to advanced and cover HTTP 2.0\[\*\] Take advantage of Java's new modularity features to write ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build a variety of real-world applications by taking advantage of the newest features of Java 9Key Features\[\*\] See some of the new features of Java 9 and be introduced to parts of the Java SDK\[\*\] This book provides a set of diverse, interesting projects that range in complexity from fairly simple to advanced and cover HTTP 2.0\[\*\] Take advantage of Java's new modularity features to write
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Mastering Unreal Engine 4.X

Master the art of building AAA games with Unreal Engine

by Muhammad A.Moniem ...

Take your game development skills to the next level with one of the best engines on the marketKey Features\[\*\]Build an entire AAA game level throughout the book\[\*\]Take your C++ scripting skills to the next level and use them extensively to build the game\[\*\]An advanced practical guide with a tutorial style approach that will help you make the best of Unreal engine 4Book DescriptionUnreal ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Take your game development skills to the next level with one of the best engines on the marketKey Features\[\*\]Build an entire AAA game level throughout the book\[\*\]Take your C++ scripting skills to the next level and use them extensively to build the game\[\*\]An advanced practical guide with a tutorial style approach that will help you make the best of Unreal engine 4Book DescriptionUnreal
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Head First C#

by Andrew Stellman, Jennifer Greene ...

Head First C# is a complete learning experience for object-oriented programming, C#, and the Visual Studio IDE. Built for your brain, this book covers C# 3.0 and Visual Studio 2008, and teaches everything from language fundamentals to advanced topics including garbage collection, extension methods, and double-buffered animation. You'll also master C#'s hottest and newest syntax, LINQ, for querying ... Read more

$28.99 USD

Head First C# is a complete learning experience for object-oriented programming, C#, and the Visual Studio IDE. Built for your brain, this book covers C# 3.0 and Visual Studio 2008, and teaches everything from language fundamentals to advanced topics including garbage collection, extension methods, and double-buffered animation. You'll also master C#'s hottest and newest syntax, LINQ, for querying
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Mastering Java 11

Develop modular and secure Java applications using concurrency and advanced JDK libraries

by Dr. Edward Lavieri Jr., Mandar Jog ...

Update your Java knowledge with the latest features of Java 11, such as the low-Overhead Garbage Collector, Local-Variable Syntax for Lambda Parameters, and Dynamic Class-File ConstantsKey FeaturesExplore the latest features in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11Enhance your Java application development and migration approachesFull coverage of modular Java applications, G1 Garbage Collector, JMHBook ... Read more

$37.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Update your Java knowledge with the latest features of Java 11, such as the low-Overhead Garbage Collector, Local-Variable Syntax for Lambda Parameters, and Dynamic Class-File ConstantsKey FeaturesExplore the latest features in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11Enhance your Java application development and migration approachesFull coverage of modular Java applications, G1 Garbage Collector, JMHBook
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JavaScript in 24 Hours, Sams Teach Yourself

by Phil Ballard ...

Series series Sams Teach Yourself
In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself JavaScript in 24 Hours helps you learn the fundamentals of web programming using the JavaScript language.Designed for beginners with no previous programming experience, this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach shows you how to use JavaScript to add a wide array of interactive features and effects to your web pages.Every lesson ... Read more

$24.49 USD

In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself JavaScript in 24 Hours helps you learn the fundamentals of web programming using the JavaScript language.Designed for beginners with no previous programming experience, this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach shows you how to use JavaScript to add a wide array of interactive features and effects to your web pages.Every lesson
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ROS Robotics Projects

Build and control robots powered by the Robot Operating System, machine learning, and virtual reality

by Ramkumar Gandhinathan, Lentin Joseph ...

Build exciting robotics projects such as mobile manipulators, self-driving cars, and industrial robots powered by ROS, machine learning, and virtual realityKey FeaturesCreate and program cool robotic projects using powerful ROS librariesBuild industrial robots like mobile manipulators to handle complex tasksLearn how reinforcement learning and deep learning are used with ROSBook ... Read more

$41.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Build exciting robotics projects such as mobile manipulators, self-driving cars, and industrial robots powered by ROS, machine learning, and virtual realityKey FeaturesCreate and program cool robotic projects using powerful ROS librariesBuild industrial robots like mobile manipulators to handle complex tasksLearn how reinforcement learning and deep learning are used with ROSBook
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Practical Apache Lucene 8

Uncover the Search Capabilities of Your Application

by Atri Sharma ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Gain a thorough knowledge of Lucene's capabilities and use it to develop your own search applications. This book explores the Java-based, high-performance text search engine library used to build search capabilities in your applications.Starting with the basics of Lucene and searching, you will learn about the types of queries used in it and also take a look at scoring models. Applying this basic ... Read more

$40.49 USD

Gain a thorough knowledge of Lucene's capabilities and use it to develop your own search applications. This book explores the Java-based, high-performance text search engine library used to build search capabilities in your applications.Starting with the basics of Lucene and searching, you will learn about the types of queries used in it and also take a look at scoring models. Applying this basic
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bash Idioms

Write Powerful, Flexible, Readable Shell Scripts

by Carl Albing, JP Vossen ...

Shell scripts are everywhere, especially those written in bash-compatible syntax. But these scripts can be complex and obscure. Complexity is the enemy of security, but it's also the enemy of readability and understanding. With this practical book, you'll learn how to decipher old bash code and write new code that's as clear and readable as possible.Authors Carl Albing and JP Vossen show you how ... Read more

$34.99 USD

Shell scripts are everywhere, especially those written in bash-compatible syntax. But these scripts can be complex and obscure. Complexity is the enemy of security, but it's also the enemy of readability and understanding. With this practical book, you'll learn how to decipher old bash code and write new code that's as clear and readable as possible.Authors Carl Albing and JP Vossen show you how
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Deep Learning with PyTorch, Second Edition

Training and applying deep learning and generative AI models

by Luca Antiga, Eli Stevens, Howard Huang, Thomas Viehmann ...

PyTorch core developer Howard Huang updates the bestselling original Deep Learning with PyTorch with new insights into the transformers architecture and generative AI models.Instantly familiar to anyone who knows PyData tools like NumPy, PyTorch simplifies deep learning without sacrificing advanced features. In this book you’ll learn how to create your own neural network and deep learning systems ... Read more

$43.99 USD

PyTorch core developer Howard Huang updates the bestselling original Deep Learning with PyTorch with new insights into the transformers architecture and generative AI models.Instantly familiar to anyone who knows PyData tools like NumPy, PyTorch simplifies deep learning without sacrificing advanced features. In this book you’ll learn how to create your own neural network and deep learning systems
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