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Lensbaby: Bending your perspective
by Corey HilzIf you've ever wished you could learn about all of the creative possibilities the Lensbaby offers, this is the book for you! Seeing subjects with a new perspective is at the heart of the Lensbaby experience, and with the essential information found in this book, you'll be able to take your creative exploration to the next level. Written by Lensbaby Guru Corey Hilz, Lensbaby: Bending Your Perspective starts off with an overview of each lens in the Lensbaby suite. Then comes the fun stuff! Packed with tips on composition and techniques for capturing your best images, you'll be immersed in the wonderful world of Lensbaby in no time. On nearly every page you'll find a full color image created by a Lensbaby expert to inspire your own shooting. You'll also find complete coverage of all of the Lensbaby accessories, from the Optic Swap System to a macro kit, creative aperture discs, and a super wide angle lens. With this gorgeous and practical book by your side, you'll never see the world in the same way again.
Leonardo's Laptop: Human Needs and the New Computing Technologies
by Ben Shneiderman2003 IEEE-USAB Award for Distinguished Literary Contributions Furthering Public Understanding of the Profession. and Selected as a Finalist in the category of Computer/Internet in the 2002 Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPYs) presented by Independent Publisher Magazine Ben Shneiderman's book dramatically raises computer users' expectations of what they should get from technology. He opens their eyes to new possibilities and invites them to think freshly about future technology. He challenges developers to build products that better support human needs and that are usable at any bandwidth. Shneiderman proposes Leonardo da Vinci as an inspirational muse for the "new computing." He wonders how Leonardo would use a laptop and what applications he would create. Shneiderman shifts the focus from what computers can do to what users can do. A key transformation is to what he calls "universal usability," enabling participation by young and old, novice and expert, able and disabled. This transformation would empower those yearning for literacy or coping with their limitations. Shneiderman proposes new computing applications in education, medicine, business, and government. He envisions a World Wide Med that delivers secure patient histories in local languages at any emergency room and thriving million-person communities for e-commerce and e-government. Raising larger questions about human relationships and society, he explores the computer's potential to support creativity, consensus-seeking, and conflict resolution. Each chapter ends with a Skeptic's Corner that challenges assumptions about trust, privacy, and digital divides.
Les Essentiels du Piratage Informatique
by Adidas WilsonLe Guide du débutant à la piraterie informatique éthique et le test de pénétration. À l'origine, le terme "hacker" désignait un programmeur qui maîtrisait les systèmes d'exploitation informatiques et le code machine. Aujourd'hui, il s'agit de toute personne qui pratique des activités de piratage informatique. Le piratage est l'acte de changer les caractéristiques d'un système pour atteindre un but qui l'est. À l'origine, le terme "hacker" désignait un programmeur qui maîtrisait les systèmes d'exploitation informatiques et le code machine. Aujourd'hui, il s'agit de toute personne qui pratique des activités de piratage informatique. Le piratage est l'acte de modifier les caractéristiques d'un système pour atteindre un but qui n'est pas dans le but original du créateur. Le mot "piratage" est généralement perçu négativement, surtout par les personnes qui ne comprennent pas le travail d'un pirate éthique. Dans le monde du hacking, les hackers éthiques sont des gentils. Quel est leur rôle ? Ils utilisent leur vaste connaissance des ordinateurs pour de bonnes raisons plutôt que pour des raisons malveillantes. Ils recherchent les vulnérabilités dans la sécurité informatique des organisations et des entreprises pour empêcher les mauvais acteurs d'en profiter. Pour quelqu'un qui aime le monde de la technologie et des ordinateurs, il serait sage d'envisager une carrière de piratage éthique. Vous êtes payé (un bon montant) pour pénétrer dans les systèmes. Le début ne sera pas une promenade dans le parc, comme pour toute autre carrière. Cependant, si vous êtes déterminé, vous pouvez vous lancer dans une carrière lucrative. Lorsque vous déciderez de commencer ce voyage, vous devrez cultiver la patience. La première étape pour beaucoup de gens est habituellement d'obtenir un diplôme en informatique. Vous pouvez également obtenir une certification A+ (CompTIA) - vous devez passer et réussir deux examens différents. Pour p
Les tableaux croisés dynamiques avec Excel
by A. J. WrightCe livre s’adresse à tout utilisateur d’Excel. On s’accorde à dire que soixante pour cent des utilisateurs d’Excel n’utilisent que vingt pour cent de ses capacités. Autrement dit, la plupart sont très loin de se servir de tous les outils intégrés. Parmi ces derniers, les plus féconds, et de loin, sont les tableaux et les graphiques croisés dynamiques. Bien que ces deux outils aient été la pierre angulaire d’Excel depuis plus de seize ans, ils restent les plus sous-utilisés de toute la suite MicroSoft Office. Puisque vous avez découvert ce livre, vous êtes assez informé pour en avoir déjà entendu parler, ou même les avoir utilisés à l’occasion. Vous avez compris qu’ils recèlent une puissance dont vous ne vous servez pas et voulez apprendre comment tirer parti de cette dernière pour améliorer rapidement votre productivité. À l’aide de ce simple livre, vous serez capable de générer des tableaux et graphiques croisés simples, d’augmenter votre rendement et de créer ces deux choses en quelques minutes au lieu de plusieurs heures. Dès le troisième chapitre, vous pourrez réaliser des tableaux croisés complexes munis d’analyses en profondeur avec leurs graphiques associés. Arrivé à la fin du livre, vous pourrez concevoir un système dynamique de génération de tableaux et graphiques croisés.
Lesion Segmentation in Surgical and Diagnostic Applications: MICCAI 2022 Challenges, CuRIOUS 2022, KiPA 2022 and MELA 2022, Held in Conjunction with MICCAI 2022, Singapore, September 18–22, 2022, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13648)
by Yiming Xiao Guanyu Yang Shuang SongThis book constitutes three challenges that were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention, MICCAI 2022, which took place in Singapore in September 2022. The peer-reviewed 10 papers included in this volume stem from the following three challenges: Kidney Parsing Challenge 2022: Multi-Structure Segmentation for Renal Cancer Treatment (KiPA 2022) The 2022 Correction of Brain Shift with Intra-Operative Ultrasound-Segmentation Challenge (CuRIOUS-SEG 2022) The 2022 Mediastinal Lesion Analysis Challenge (MELA 2022)
Less Web Development Cookbook
by Bass Jobsen Amin MeyghaniAimed at those who want to overcome the limitations of CSS, through this book you will begin to harness the efficiency of Less by building advanced, responsive, and modern websites. Experienced web developers, students, and even web designers will find this guide very useful as they enhance their CSS skills.
Less Web Development Essentials
by Bass JobsenWritten in a practical and concise manner, this book is a crash-course in teaching you the fundamental concepts of Less with real-life examples and problems. If you use CSS(3) in your web development tasks and would love to learn how to create maintainable and reusable code with Less, this book is ideal for you. Although you need to have some experience in web development, even beginners will find that this book is useful.
Less Web Development Essentials - Second Edition
by Bass JobsenIf you use CSS for web development tasks and want to learn how to create maintainable and reusable code, this is the book for you. Basic knowledge of web development would be helpful.
Lessons Learned in Software Testing
by Cem Kaner James Bach Bret PettichordDecades of software testing experience condensed into the most important lessons learned. The world's leading software testing experts lend you their wisdom and years of experience to help you avoid the most common mistakes in testing software. Each lesson is an assertion related to software testing, followed by an explanation or example that shows you the how, when, and why of the testing lesson. More than just tips, tricks, and pitfalls to avoid, Lessons Learned in Software Testing speeds you through the critical testing phase of the software development project without the extensive trial and error it normally takes to do so. The ultimate resource for software testers and developers at every level of expertise, this guidebook features: * Over 200 lessons gleaned from over 30 years of combined testing experience * Tips, tricks, and common pitfalls to avoid by simply reading the book rather than finding out the hard way * Lessons for all key topic areas, including test design, test management, testing strategies, and bug reporting * Explanations and examples of each testing trouble spot help illustrate each lesson's assertion
Lessons from Lockdown: The Educational Legacy of COVID-19
by Tony BreslinLessons from Lockdown explores the impact of COVID-19 on our schooling systems, on the young people and families that they serve and on all who work in – and with – our schools, and asks what the long-term ramifications of the pandemic might be for the pedagogy and purpose of formal education. Drawing on the voices of more than a hundred pupils, parents and professionals, it reveals how teachers and learners are adapting practice in areas such as curriculum modelling, parental engagement, assessment and evaluation and blended and online learning. In this timely new book, Tony Breslin draws on his experience as a teacher, researcher, examiner, school governor and policy influencer to assess what the educational legacy of COVID-19 could be, and the potential that it offers for reframing how we ‘do’ schooling. Whatever your place in this landscape, Lessons from Lockdown is a must-read for all concerned about the shape and purpose of schooling systems in mature economies – schooling systems and economies set on recovering from the kind of ‘system shock’ that the pandemic has delivered.
Lessons from our Students: Meditations on Performance Pedagogy
by Stacey Cabaj Andrea OdinovLessons from our Students: Meditations on Performance Pedagogy is a collection of thirty short personal case studies about pedagogical issues that arise in theater classrooms and rehearsals. Teaching in the acting and performance classroom is rapidly changing in the early 2020s. In the wake of the global pandemic, online education, massive trauma, and a social justice revolution, educators are seeking wisdom, clarity, and reassurance about their pedagogy. The authors speak to the current moment and the unique challenges of teaching theater by presenting a personal, practical, and authentic expression of vulnerability, humanity, and artistry as teachers. Through thirty personal meditations, the authors pose reflective questions and discussion prompts that evaluate the craft of teaching theater, issues that arise, and ideas about how to respond with vision and integrity. Accompanying exercises invite readers to reflect on their own teaching practices. This book serves as a text for theater teachers and teachers-in-training in search of inspiration, validation, and transformation in drama education and theater pedagogy classes.
Lessons from the Masters: Current Concepts in Astronomical Image Processing
by Robert GendlerThere are currently thousands of amateur astronomers around the world engaged in astrophotography at a sophisticated level. Their ranks far outnumber professional astronomers doing the same and their contributions both technically and artistically are the dominant drivers of progress in the field today. This book is a unique collaboration of individuals world-renowned in their particular area and covers in detail each of the major sub-disciplines of astrophotography. This approach offers the reader the greatest opportunity to learn the most current information and the latest techniques directly from the foremost innovators in the field today. "Lessons from the Masters" includes a brilliant body of recognized leaders in astronomical imaging, assembled by Robert Gendler, who delivers the most current, sophisticated and useful information on digital enhancement techniques in astrophotography available today. Each chapter focuses on a particular technique, but the book as a whole covers all types of astronomical image processing, including processing of events such as eclipses, using DSLRs, and deep-sky, planetary, widefield, and high resolution astronomical image processing. Recognized contributors include deep-sky experts such as Jay GaBany, Tony Hallas, and Ken Crawford, high-resolution planetary expert Damian Peach, and the founder of TWAN (The World at Night) Babak A. Tafreshi. A large number of illustrations (150, 75 in color) present the challenges and accomplishments involved in the processing of astronomical images by enthusiasts.
Lessons from the Transition to Pandemic Education in the US: Analyses of Parent, Student, and Educator Experiences (Routledge Research in Education)
by Marni E. Fisher; Kimiya Sohrab Maghzi; Charlotte Achieng-Evensen; Meredith A. Dorner; Holly Pearson; Mina ChunThis volume narrates and shares the often-unheard voices of students, parents, and educators during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through close analysis of their lived experiences, the book identifies key patterns, pitfalls, and lessons learnt from pandemic education. Drawing on contributions from all levels of the US education system, the book situates these myriad voices and perspectives within a prismatic theory framework in order to recognise how these views and experiences interconnect. Detailed narrative and phenomenological analysis also call attention to patterns of inequality, reduced social and emotional well-being, pressures on parents, and the role of communication, flexibility, and teacher-led innovation. Chapters are interchanged with interludes that showcase a lyrical and authentic approach to understanding the multiplicity of experience in the text. Providing a valuable contribution to the contemporary field of pandemic education research, this volume will be of interest to researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in the sociology of education, online teaching and eLearning, and those involved with the digitalization of education at all levels. Those more broadly interested in educational research methods and the effects of home-schooling will also benefit.
Lessons from the Virtual Classroom
by Keith Pratt Rena M. PalloffRena Palloff and Keith Pratt, the most trusted online teaching experts, have completely updated and revised this classic to reflect changes in technology and advances in online teaching made in the last decade, in order to meet today's online learning challenges. The book continues to offer helpful suggestions for dealing with such critical issues as evaluating effective tools, working with online classroom dynamics, addressing the special needs of online students, making the transition to online teaching, and promoting the development of the learning community. Filled with numerous examples from actual online courses and insights from teachers and students, new topics include the open source movement, Web 2.0, Google groups, and topics for the K-12 sector.
Lessons in Leadership in the Field of Educational Technology
by Anthony A. Piña Christopher T. MillerThe idea for this edited book came about due to the increased discussion and focus on leadership within the educational technology field and particularly in the Association for Educational Communications and Technology organization. There is a diverse amount of individuals in leadership in the field that contributed their lessons learned. This book focuses on sharing the lessons learned by leaders in the field on how they became a leader and what leadership means. The primary contributions address three central questions. What is your story about how you became a leader? What lessons have you learned about being an effective leader? What advice would you give others to become a leader? In addition, this book spotlights the impact that past leaders have had on current leaders and upon the field of educational technology.
Let It Go: My Extraordinary Story - From Refugee to Entrepreneur to Philanthropist
by Richard Askwith Dame Stephanie Shirley CHA moving memoir from a woman who made a fortune in a man's world and then gave it all away...soon to be turned into a filmIn 1962, Stephanie 'Steve' Shirley created a software company when the concept of software barely existed. Freelance Programmers employed women to work on complex projects such as Concorde's black box recorder from the comfort of their own home. Shirley empowered a generation of women in technology, giving them unheard of freedom to choose their own hours and manage their own workloads. The business thrived and Shirley gradually transferred ownership to her staff, creating 70 millionaires in the process.Let It Go explores Shirley's trail blazing career as an entrepreneur but it also charts her incredible personal story - her dramatic arrival in England as an unaccompanied Kindertransport refugee during World War Two and the tragic loss of her only child who suffered severely from Autism.Today, Dame Stephanie Shirley is one of Britain's leading philanthropists, devoting most of her time, energy and wealth to charities that are close to her heart. In Let It Go, Shirley tells her inspirational story and explains why giving her wealth away - letting it go - has brought her infinitely more happiness and fulfilment than acquiring it in the first place.Co-written with Richard Askwith, the former Executive Editor of The Independent and the award-winning author of seven books in his own name, including biographies of Emil Zátopek and Lata Brandisová.'An extraordinary tale of creativity and resilience' - Guardian'This engrossing story of an extraordinary life is filled with lessons in what it means to be human' - Financial Times
Let Us Go!: A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Golang Programming and Development
by Rahul Sid PatilThis book is a comprehensive guide designed to introduce newcomers to Go (Golang). It covers the essential topics that you would need to build a solid foundation in Golang, including basic syntax, data types, control structures, functions, and packages. Along with the basics of the language, you will also learn how to set up a development environment, integrate Visual Studio Code, and use Git and GitHub for version control. Learn the language through practical, hands-on interactive exercises using Go Playground and real-world projects. In the book you can work through detailed, step-by-step instructions from environment setup to project deployment, and easily follow along without prior experience. Each chapter builds progressively, guiding you from writing simple programs to developing a useful CLI tool and a basic web service. By treating each example as a GitHub project, the book ensures you gain experience in project management and collaborative development. Topics such as error handling, testing, and concurrency are covered in depth, providing you with the skills needed to write efficient and reliable Go code. The appendix includes valuable resources like quick reference guides and best practices for Go programming. This book is an indispensable resource for you in Go due to its highly practical, hands-on approach with detailed, step-by-step instructions, comprehensive integration with modern development tools, and real-world project examples. What You'll Learn: Basic Go Programming Concepts like variables, data types, control structures, functions, and packages Setting up a Go development environment and configuring Visual Studio Code for Go projects Building, deploying, and maintaining a useful Command-Line Interface (CLI) tool in Go Applying Go programming concepts through hands-on projects and real-world examples Who this book is for: Software architects and engineers, students, hobbyists, educators and trainers
Let's Get IoT-fied!: 30 IoT Projects for All Levels
by Shriram K. Vasudevan Anudeep Juluru T.S. MurugeshInternet of Things (IoT) stands acclaimed as a widespread area of research and has definitely enticed the interests of almost the entire globe. IoT appears to be the present as well as the future technology. This book attempts to inspire readers to explore and become accustomed to IoT. Presented in a lucid and eloquent way, this book adopts a clear and crisp approach to impart the basics as expeditiously as possible. It kicks off with the very fundamentals and then seamlessly advances in such a way that the step-by-step unique approach, connection layout, and the verified codes provided for every project can enhance the intuitive learning process and will get you onboard to the world of product building. We can assure that you will be definitely raring to start developing your own IoT solutions and to get yourself completely lost in the charm of IoT. Let’s start connecting the unconnected! It’s time to get IoT-fied.
Let's Learn ICT Skills - Pupil's Book - class 5 - MIE
by Mauritius Institute of EducationThe Grade 5 ICT skills textbook, released by the Mauritius Institute of Education in 2021, serves as a comprehensive guide for students, covering fundamental topics in computer literacy. The curriculum spans computer fundamentals, word processing, multimedia, presentation, spreadsheet, and internet skills. It provides in-depth insights into desktop elements and customization options, emphasizing efficient navigation through right-click menus and keyboard shortcuts. The word processing section focuses on Microsoft Office Word, offering practical demonstrations on inserting clip art, manipulating text, and incorporating tables. The multimedia chapter introduces graphics software using Paint.net, distinguishing between bitmap and vector graphics. The presentation unit utilizes Microsoft Office PowerPoint to teach advanced features such as layout changes, table insertion, and slide transitions. The spreadsheet module, employing Microsoft Office Excel, guides students through data manipulation, including worksheet management, cell formatting, and formula usage. The Internet section utilizes Firefox to instruct students on web browsing, tab management, and basic webpage interactions. With a hands-on approach and practical examples, this textbook aims to equip Grade 5 students with essential ICT skills for effective digital literacy.
Let's Learn ICT Skills - Pupil's Book class 1 - MIE
by Mauritius Institute of EducationThe ICT skills textbook, developed by the Mauritius Institute of Education in 2021, serves as a foundational guide for students to grasp essential computer competencies. Covering fundamental topics including the structure of a computer system, mouse proficiency, word processing, internet navigation, and multimedia tool utilization, the textbook facilitates a well-rounded understanding of ICT concepts. Through a series of engaging activities and assessments, students are encouraged to identify computer components, practice mouse manipulation, typing, and effectively navigate online platforms. Supported by comprehensive resources such as teachers' manuals and practical exercises, the textbook aligns with the National Curriculum Framework for Nine Year Continuous Basic Education, ensuring a structured and holistic approach to ICT education.
Let's Learn ICT Skills - Pupil's Book class 2 - MIE
by Mauritius Institute of EducationThe ICT Skills Guide by the Mauritius Institute of Education serves as an invaluable resource for educators, aligning with the National Curriculum Framework. It comprehensively covers essential computer literacy topics such as safety measures, software proficiency, and fundamental internet usage. Each unit within the guide delineates clear learning objectives and offers a balanced blend of theoretical concepts and hands-on activities, complemented by corresponding content in the accompanying textbook. With built-in evaluations, educators can effectively gauge student comprehension and progress. This guide proves instrumental in fostering robust ICT competencies among learners, providing a cohesive and structured approach to skill development within the educational framework.
Let's Learn ICT Skills - Pupil's Book class 3 - MIE
by Mauritius Institute of EducationThe Computer Fundamentals module provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of computing, covering essential concepts and practical skills. It begins with an overview of computers and their types, such as desktops, laptops, and tablets, along with the fundamental components comprising them. Learners explore file management techniques, spreadsheet basics, and word processing tasks, including document formatting and clip art insertion. Presentation skills are developed through creating PowerPoint slideshows. Internet usage dos and don'ts, web addresses, webpage access, saving, and printing are explained, while multimedia tasks in MS Paint are covered. Furthermore, the module emphasizes health, safety, and ethical considerations related to computer usage, highlighting potential health issues like neck and back pain, and eye strain. By encompassing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, the module equips learners with a solid foundation in computer literacy essential for modern-day endeavors.
Let's Stop Teaching and Start Designing Learning: A Practical Guide
by Jason KennedyHow can you shift from a focus on content to the creation of active learning experiences? In this practical resource, author Jason Kennedy provides a blueprint to help you stop "teaching" and start designing learning, so you can improve students’ critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, and collaboration with others, preparing them for their futures beyond school doors. The framework for learning design covers components of planning (learning targets), of instruction (the opening, learning task, skills, tools, and success criteria), and of the work session (choices, pathways, feedback, and assessment). Appropriate for teachers of any subject area, the book also offers wide variety of tools to help you implement the ideas in your own setting.
Let's do IT: Business-IT-Alignment im Dialog erreichen
by Christa WeidnerWertvolles Potenzial der IT bleibt zu Lasten des ROI in vielen Unternehmen ungenutzt. Doch sicherlich ist die Tatsache, dass die strategisch wichtige Unterstützung für das Business sich nicht voll entfalten kann, noch viel höher zu bewerten, da Marktanteile verloren oder gar nicht erst gewonnen werden. Der vorgestellte Ansatz geht davon aus, dass alles erforderliche Wissen für die beste Lösung bereits in der Organisation vorhanden ist. Dieser meist unentdeckte Schatz des kollektiven Wissens muss nur gehoben werden. Mithilfe von speziellen Methoden wird das kollektive Wissen aufgespürt, um so eine umfassende Liste mit Überlegungen, Anregungen, Konzepten oder Lösungen zu erhalten. Stakeholdermanagement und Change Management sind dabei inklusive. Der Ansatz verspricht, Wertschöpfung und Effizienzsteigerung durch die Einbindung und Motivation der Betroffenen. Die Projekte gewinnen an Planbarkeit und Risiken werden reduziert. Das Projektergebnis entspricht den Anforderungen und unterstützt das Business in optimaler Art und Weise.
Letters from Lexington: Reflections on Propaganda (Chomsky from Routledge)
by Noam ChomskyUpon its original publication in 1993, Letters from Lexington reaffirmed Noam Chomsky's status as one of the most incisive critics of the American media. Reissued with a new foreword by Chomsky’s long-term collaborator, radio broadcaster David Barsamian, this prescient book remains startlingly relevant in our current age of disinformation and “fake news.”Throughout the book, Chomsky critiques the media’s complicity in US domestic and foreign policy. In particular, Chomsky's analyses of the politics of the Reagan and earlier Bush administrations offer illuminating perspectives on the events, key players, and policies that would continue to shape America's national agenda during the presidency of George W. Bush and the “War on Terrorism.”Letters from Lexington remains an indispensable guide to the American propaganda machine and the shibboleths of the mainstream media. As such, this book will appeal to students and scholars with an interest in the media and US domestic and foreign policy, as well as serve as a vital tool for activists and general readers seeking to question dubious narratives put forward by the mainstream media.