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C++20 Recipes: A Problem-Solution Approach
by J. Burton Browning Bruce SutherlandDiscover the newest major features of C++20, including modules, concepts, spaceship operators, and smart pointers. This book is a handy code cookbook reference guide that covers the C++ core language standard as well as some of the code templates available in standard template library (STL). In C++20 Recipes: A Problem-Solution Approach, you'll find numbers, strings, dates, times, classes, exceptions, streams, flows, pointers, and more. Also, you'll see various code samples, templates for C++ algorithms, parallel processing, multithreading, and numerical processes. It also includes 3D graphics programming code. A wealth of STL templates on function objects, adapters, allocators, and extensions are also available. This is a must-have, contemporary reference for your technical library to help with just about any project that involves the C++ programming language. What You Will Learn See what's new in C++20 Write modules Work with text, numbers, and classes Use the containers and algorithms available in the standard library Work with templates, memory, concurrency, networking, scripting, and more Code for 3D graphics Who This Book Is For Programmers with at least some prior experience with C++.
C# 8.0 in a Nutshell: The Definitive Reference
by Joseph Albahari Eric JohannsenWhen you have questions about C# 8.0 or .NET Core, this best-selling guide has the answers you need. C# is a language of unusual flexibility and breadth, but with its continual growth there’s so much more to learn. In the tradition of the O’Reilly Nutshell guides, this thoroughly updated edition is simply the best one-volume reference to the C# language available today.Organized around concepts and use cases, C# 8.0 in a Nutshell provides intermediate and advanced programmers with a concise map of C# and .NET knowledge that also plumbs significant depths.Get up to speed on C#, from syntax and variables to advanced topics such as pointers, closures, and patternsDig deep into LINQ with three chapters dedicated to the topicExplore concurrency and asynchrony, advanced threading, and parallel programmingWork with .NET features, including regular expressions, networking, serialization, spans, reflection, and cryptographyDelve into Roslyn, the modular C# compiler as a service
C# 8.0 Pocket Reference: Instant Help for C# 8.0 Programmers
by Ben Albahari Joseph AlbahariWhen you need answers about using C# 8.0, this tightly focused and practical book tells you exactly what you need to know without long intros or bloated samples. Easy to browse, C# 8.0 Pocket Reference is ideal as a quick source of information or as a guide to get you rapidly up to speed if you already know Java, C++, or an earlier C# version.All programs and code snippets are available as interactive samples in LINQPad. You can edit these samples and instantly see the results without needing to set up projects in Visual Studio. Written by the author of C# 7.0 in a Nutshell, this pocket reference covers C# 8.0 without skimping on detail, including:C# fundamentals and features new to C# 8.0Advanced topics like operator overloading, type constraints, iterators, nullable types, operator lifting, lambda expressions, and closuresLINQ: sequences, lazy execution, standard query operators, and query expressionsUnsafe code and pointers, custom attributes, preprocessor directives, and XML documentation
C# 8 Quick Syntax Reference: A Pocket Guide to the Language, APIs, and Library
by Mikael OlssonThis quick C# 8 guide is a condensed code and syntax reference to the C# programming language, updated with the latest features of C# 8 for .NET and Windows 10. This book presents the essential C# 8 syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference. Specifically, it covers nullable reference types, async streams, ranges and indices, default implementations of interface members, recursive patterns, switch expressions, target-typed new-expressions, platform dependencies and more. In the C# 8 Quick Syntax Reference, you will find a concise reference to the C# language syntax: short, simple, and focused code examples; a well laid out table of contents; and a comprehensive index allowing easy review. You won’t find any technical jargon, bloated samples, drawn-out history lessons, or witty stories. What you will find is a language reference that is to the point and highly accessible. The book is packed with useful information and is a must-have for any C# programmer.What You Will LearnDiscover what's new in C# 8 and .NET for Windows 10 programmingEmploy nullable reference types Explore the advanced async streams now available in C# 8Work with ranges and indices Apply recursive patterns to your applicationsUse switch expressions Who This Book Is ForThose with some experience in programming, looking for a quick, handy reference. Some C# or .NET recommended but not necessary.
C# 9 and .NET 5 – Modern Cross-Platform Development: Build intelligent apps, websites, and services with Blazor, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework Core using Visual Studio Code, 5th Edition
by Mark J. PriceA comprehensive guide for beginners to learn the key concepts, real-world applications, and latest features of C# 9 and .NET 5 with hands-on exercises using VS CodeKey FeaturesExplore the newest additions to C# 9, the .NET 5 class library, Entity Framework Core and BlazorStrengthen your command of ASP.NET Core 5.0 and create professional websites and servicesBuild cross-platform apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and AndroidBook DescriptionIn C# 9 and .NET 5 – Modern Cross-Platform Development, Fifth Edition, expert teacher Mark J. Price gives you everything you need to start programming C# applications.This latest edition uses the popular Visual Studio Code editor to work across all major operating systems. It is fully updated and expanded with a new chapter on the Microsoft Blazor framework.The book's first part teaches the fundamentals of C#, including object-oriented programming and new C# 9 features such as top-level programs, target-typed new object instantiation, and immutable types using the record keyword. Part 2 covers the .NET APIs, for performing tasks like managing and querying data, monitoring and improving performance, and working with the file system, async streams, serialization, and encryption. Part 3 provides examples of cross-platform apps you can build and deploy, such as websites and services using ASP.NET Core or mobile apps using Xamarin.Forms.By the end of the book, you will have acquired the understanding and skills you need to use C# 9 and .NET 5 to create websites, services, and mobile apps.What you will learnBuild your own types with object-oriented programmingQuery and manipulate data using LINQBuild websites and services using ASP.NET Core 5Create intelligent apps using machine learningUse Entity Framework Core and work with relational databasesDiscover Windows app development using the Universal Windows Platform and XAMLBuild rich web experiences using the Blazor frameworkBuild mobile applications for iOS and Android using Xamarin.FormsWho this book is forThis book is best for C# and .NET beginners, or programmers who have worked with C# in the past but feel left behind by the changes in the past few years. This book doesn't expect you to have any C# or .NET experience; however, you should have a general understanding of programming.Students and professionals with a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) background can certainly benefit from this book.
C# für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Steffen SteinbrecherC# ist eine der am meisten genutzten Programmiersprachen, doch wie den Ein- oder Umstieg schaffen? Genau dabei hilft Ihnen dieses Buch. Nachdem Sie sich zunächst die notwendigen Grundlagen erarbeitet haben, lernen Sie auch alles Notwendige über LINQ, XML und ADO.NET. Anschließend werden Sie sicher durch das Schreiben Ihrer ersten eigenen .NET-Anwendung geleitet. Noch nicht genug? Kapitel zu fortgeschrittenen .NET-Techniken wie die dynamische Programmierung oder die Task Parallel Library runden das Buch ab.
C++ für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Arnold V. WillemerDie Programmierung mit C++ muss nicht schwer sein. Mit diesem Buch werden Sie schon ab dem ersten Kapitel eigene Programme schreiben und die C++-Syntax von der Pike auf lernen, verstehen und anwenden. Arnold Willemer erklärt Ihnen, wie Sie Code zu Modulen zusammenfassen, die Sie immer wieder verwenden können, und schon bald werden Sie wissen, wie man Variablen deklariert und mathematische Operationen ausführt. So ist dies das richtige Buch für Ihren Einstieg in C++.
C++ High Performance: Master the art of optimizing the functioning of your C++ code, 2nd Edition
by Viktor Sehr Bjorn Andrist Ben GarneyA comprehensive guide to help aspiring and professional C++ developers elevate the performance of their apps by allowing them to run faster and consume fewer resourcesKey FeaturesUpdated to C++20 with completely revised code and more content on error handling, benchmarking, memory allocators, and concurrent programmingExplore the latest C++20 features including concepts, ranges, and coroutinesUtilize C++ constructs and techniques to carry out effective data structure optimization and memory managementBook DescriptionC++ High Performance, Second Edition guides you through optimizing the performance of your C++ apps. This allows them to run faster and consume fewer resources on the device they're running on without compromising the readability of your codebase. The book begins by introducing the C++ language and some of its modern concepts in brief. Once you are familiar with the fundamentals, you will be ready to measure, identify, and eradicate bottlenecks in your C++ codebase. By following this process, you will gradually improve your style of writing code. The book then explores data structure optimization, memory management, and how it can be used efficiently concerning CPU caches. After laying the foundation, the book trains you to leverage algorithms, ranges, and containers from the standard library to achieve faster execution, write readable code, and use customized iterators. It provides hands-on examples of C++ metaprogramming, coroutines, reflection to reduce boilerplate code, proxy objects to perform optimizations under the hood, concurrent programming, and lock-free data structures. The book concludes with an overview of parallel algorithms. By the end of this book, you will have the ability to use every tool as needed to boost the efficiency of your C++ projects.What you will learnWrite specialized data structures for performance-critical codeUse modern metaprogramming techniques to reduce runtime calculationsAchieve efficient memory management using custom memory allocatorsReduce boilerplate code using reflection techniquesReap the benefits of lock-free concurrent programmingGain insights into subtle optimizations used by standard library algorithmsCompose algorithms using ranges libraryDevelop the ability to apply metaprogramming aspects such as constexpr, constraints, and conceptsImplement lazy generators and asynchronous tasks using C++20 coroutinesWho this book is forIf you're a C++ developer looking to improve the efficiency of your code or just keen to upgrade your skills to the next level, this book is for you.
C Programming for the PIC Microcontroller: Demystify Coding with Embedded Programming
by Hubert Henry WardGo beyond the jigsaw approach of just using blocks of code you don’t understand and become a programmer who really understands how your code works. Starting with the fundamentals on C programming, this book walks you through where the C language fits with microcontrollers. Next, you'll see how to use the industrial IDE, create and simulate a project, and download your program to an actual PIC microcontroller. You'll then advance into the main process of a C program and explore in depth the most common commands applied to a PIC microcontroller and see how to use the range of control registers inside the PIC. With C Programming for the PIC Microcontroller as your guide, you’ll become a better programmer who can truly say they have written and understand the code they use.What You’ll LearnUse the freely available MPLAX software Build a project and write a program using inputs from switches Create a variable delay with the oscillator sourceMeasure real-world signals using pressure, temperature, and speed inputsIncorporate LCD screens into your projectsApply what you’ve learned into a simple embedded programWho This Book Is For Hobbyists who want to move into the challenging world of embedded programming or students on an engineering course.
C++ System Programming Cookbook: Practical recipes for Linux system-level programming using the latest C++ features
by Onorato VaticoneA problem-solution-based guide to help you overcome hurdles effectively while working with kernel APIs, filesystems, networks, threads, and process communications Key Features Learn to apply the latest C++ features (from C++11, 14, 17, and 20) to facilitate systems programming Create robust and concurrent systems that make the most of the available hardware resources Delve into C++ inbuilt libraries and frameworks to design robust systems as per your business needs Book Description C++ is the preferred language for system programming due to its efficient low-level computation, data abstraction, and object-oriented features. System programming is about designing and writing computer programs that interact closely with the underlying operating system and allow computer hardware to interface with the programmer and the user. The C++ System Programming Cookbook will serve as a reference for developers who want to have ready-to-use solutions for the essential aspects of system programming using the latest C++ standards wherever possible. This C++ book starts out by giving you an overview of system programming and refreshing your C++ knowledge. Moving ahead, you will learn how to deal with threads and processes, before going on to discover recipes for how to manage memory. The concluding chapters will then help you understand how processes communicate and how to interact with the console (console I/O). Finally, you will learn how to deal with time interfaces, signals, and CPU scheduling. By the end of the book, you will become adept at developing robust systems applications using C++. What you will learn Get up to speed with the fundamentals including makefile, man pages, compilation, and linking and debugging Understand how to deal with time interfaces, signals, and CPU scheduling Develop your knowledge of memory management Use processes and threads for advanced synchronizations (mutexes and condition variables) Understand interprocess communications (IPC): pipes, FIFOs, message queues, shared memory, and TCP and UDP Discover how to interact with the console (console I/O) Who this book is for This book is for C++ developers who want to gain practical knowledge of systems programming. Though no experience of Linux system programming is assumed, intermediate knowledge of C++ is necessary.
The C++ Workshop: A New, Interactive Approach to Learning C++
by Dale Green Kurt Guntheroth Shaun Ross MitchellCut through the noise and get real results with a step-by-step approach to learning C++ development Key Features Ideal for the C++ beginner who is getting started for the first time A C++ tutorial with step-by-step exercises and activities that help build key skills Structured to let you progress at your own pace, on your own terms Use your physical print copy to redeem free access to the online interactive edition Book Description You already know you want to learn C++ development, and a smarter way to learn C++ 11 is to learn by doing. The C++ Workshop focuses on building up your practical skills so that you can develop high-performance software applications or even your own independent games with effective modern C++. You'll learn from real examples that lead to real results. Throughout The C++ Workshop, you'll take an engaging step-by-step approach to understanding C++ code. You won't have to sit through any unnecessary theory. If you're short on time you can jump into a single exercise each day or spend an entire weekend learning about advanced object-oriented principles. It's your choice. Learning on your terms, you'll build up and reinforce key skills in a way that feels rewarding. Every physical print copy of The C++ Workshop unlocks access to the interactive edition. With videos detailing all exercises and activities, you'll always have a guided solution. You can also benchmark yourself against assessments, track progress, and receive content updates. You'll even earn a secure credential that you can share and verify online upon completion. It's a premium learning experience that's included with your printed copy. To redeem, follow the instructions located at the start of your C++ book. Fast-paced and direct, The C++ Workshop is the ideal companion for C++ beginners. You'll build and iterate on your code like a software developer, learning along the way. This process means that you'll find that your new skills stick, embedded as best practice. A solid foundation for the years ahead. What you will learn Get to grips with fundamental concepts and conventions of C++ 11 Learn about best practices for clean code and how to avoid common pitfalls Reuse and reduce common code using the C++ standard library Debug and compile logical errors and handle exceptions in your programs Who this book is for Our goal at Packt is to help you be successful, in whatever it is you choose to do. The C++ Workshop is an ideal C++ tutorial for the C++ beginner who is just getting started. Pick up a Workshop today, and let Packt help you develop skills that stick with you for life.
Cámaras DSLR: Guía completa para aprender a usar tu cámara DSLR como un profesional
by John Johnson¿Usas regularmente tu cámara réflex digital? ¿Te gustaría aprender cómo usar tu dispositivo Samsung como un profesional y ahorrar mucho tiempo? Compatible con la mayoría de las cámaras DSLR. Si respondes que sí a todas estas preguntas, entonces esta guía es para ti. Sabías que tu cámara DSLR es capaz de realizar cientos de funciones, las cuales te facilitarán la vida y te permitirán ahorrar más tiempo mientras tomas fotos increíbles. Sin embargo, debido a que hay un montón de funciones secretas, resulta muy difícil saber exactamente cómo optimizar tu dispositivo. Incluye: - Cómo configurar tu cámara - Cómo navegar en sus funciones - Capacidades del dispositivo - Cómo ahorrar tiempo - Cómo ahorrar esfuerzo y completar tareas con facilidad. - Aprender a utilizar tu dispositivo como un profesional - Solucionar problemas - Tomar fotografías increíbles Y MUCHO MÁS Si quieres aprender a usar tu dispositivo como un profesional, entonces esta guía es para ti. --> Desplácese hasta la parte superior de la página y haz clic en Agregar al carrito para comprar al instante Aviso legal: Este autor y/o propietario(s) de los derechos no hacen reclamos, promesas o garantías con respecto a la exactitud, integridad o adecuación de los contenidos de este libro, y expresamente renuncia a la responsabilidad por errores y omisiones en los contenidos. Este producto es solo de referencia. Consulte a un profesional antes de tomar medidas sobre cualquiera de los contenidos de este libro.
Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology Third Edition
by David Watson Graham BrownThis title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023. Written by renowned expert authors, our updated resources enable the learner to effectively navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSE™ Information and Communication Technology syllabuses (0417/0983).- Develop skills when working with documents, databases and presentations: detailed step-by-step guidance demonstrates precisely how to perform a full range of software skills.- Build an understanding of theory: concepts are carefully explained and consolidated with a range of different activities.- Tackle spreadsheets and website authoring with confidence: challenging ideas are fully exemplified, with plenty of opportunity to practice using embedded Tasks.- Navigate the syllabus confidently: learning content is clearly mapped to the syllabus, with introductions to each topic outlining the learning objectives.- Consolidate skills and check understanding: activities and exam-style questions are embedded throughout the book, alongside key definitions of technical terms and a Glossary.
Cancel Culture: The Latest Attack on Free Speech and Due Process
by Alan DershowitzIn Cancel Culture, Alan Dershowitz—New York Times bestselling author and one of America&’s most respected legal scholars—makes an argument for free speech, due process, and restraint against the often overeager impulse to completely cancel individuals and institutions at the ever-changing whims of social media-driven crowds. Alan Dershowitz has been called &“one of the most prominent and consistent defenders of civil liberties in America&” by Politico and &“the nation&’s most peripatetic civil liberties lawyer and one of its most distinguished defenders of individual rights&” by Newsweek. Yet he has come under intense criticism for his steadfast and consistent championing of those same principles, and his famed &“shoe‑on‑the‑other‑foot test,&” to those who have been &“cancelled&” for any number of faults, both real and imagined. Cancel Culture is a defense of due process, free speech, and even-handedness in the application of judgment. It makes the case for restraint and care in decisions about whom and what to cancel, boycott, deplatform, and bar from public life, and offers recommendations for when, why, and to what degree these steps may be appropriate, as long as objective, fair-minded criteria can be determined and met. While Dershowitz argues against the worst excesses of cancel culture—the rush to judgment and the devastating results it can have on those who may be innocent, the power of social media to effect punishment without a thorough examination of evidence, the idea that historical events can be viewed through the same lens as actions in the present day—he also acknowledges that its defenders ostensibly try to use it to create meaningful, positive change, and notes that cancelling may itself be a constitutionally protected form of free speech. In the end, Cancel Culture represents an icon in the defense of free speech and due process reckoning with the greatest challenge and threat to these rights since the rise of McCarthyism. It is essential reading for anyone interested in or concerned about cancel culture, its effects on our society, and its significance in a greater historical and political context.
Candy Hearts
by Tommy SiegelThe acclaimed comic strip artist presents a hysterically honest, unnervingly accurate window into the minds of romantic partners. Tommy Siegel&’s Candy Heats comics became an internet sensation drawing a global fanbase that included cultural luminaries from Ringo Starr to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. From the awkwardness of flirting during a pandemic to scrolling through disastrous dating profiles, Candy Hearts hilariously captures the secrets, lies, and misunderstandings behind every relationship. With dozens of never-before-seen comics, this book is the perfect Valentine&’s Day (or Anti-Valentine&’s Day) gift for your friends, lovers, and especially yourself.
Canon EOS 90D For Dummies
by Julie Adair King Robert CorrellGet excited about the Canon EOS 90D and all it can do! An amazing photo begins with a quality camera and the know-how to use it. If you’ve selected the Canon EOS 90D, you now have a digital camera that serves a range of photographers, from novices to professionals. It takes some know-how to take advantage of the camera’s upgrades to its sensor, shutter speed, and video capabilities. Fortunately, Canon EOS 90D For Dummies canhelp you maximize the potential of the camera and its features. Canon EOS 90D For Dummies lets you skip the photography class and start shooting high-quality images right away The book introduces the camera’s settings; explains how to take control of exposure, focus, and color; and shows how to put all this new-found knowledge to work to shoot great portraits or action shots. The book is co-written by a pair of photography pros who share their professional experience on how to apply simple techniques for great shots. Choose the best setting for your situation Manage focus and color Make the most of your lighting Understand camera settings Customize your camera to your needs Create remarkable photos and memories, whether you stick with user-friendly automatic settings or decide to dive into more advanced features. With your Canon EOS 90D and this book at your side, you can shoot quality video and capture moving subjects confidently.
The CAPTCHA: Perspectives and Challenges in Artificial Intelligence (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #162)
by Darko Brodić Alessia AmelioThis book discusses the CAPTCHA (completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart), an artificial-intelligence-based test commonly used on websites for preventing security attacks, covering its foundations, the main trends and challenges, as well as innovative features and research aspects. It focuses on the recently proposed CAPTCHAs, introducing research approaches for analyzing of the usability of the CAPTCHA test for Internet users. The book enables readers to become familiar with the CAPTCHA technology from the user’s perspective, from the basic concepts underlying the test to more advanced concepts. It is intended for students as well as graduates wanting to gain insights into new CAPTCHA designs as well as new research directions.
Capturing the Universe: A Photographer’s Guide to Deep-Sky Imaging
by Chris WoodhouseThis book provides a thorough introduction to and exploration of deep sky astrophotography for the digital photographer. With over 280 images, graphs, and tables, this introductory book uses a progressive and practical style to teach readers how to image the night sky using existing, affordable equipment. The book opens with a brief astronomy primer, followed by chapters that build progressively to explain the challenges, offer solutions, and provide invaluable information on equipment choice through image capture, calibration, and processing in affordable software. The book’s focus ranges from how to image sweeping vistas and star trails using only a camera body, lens and tripod, to more advanced methods suitable for imaging galaxies, clusters, nebulae, and stars. Other features of the book include: Real-world assignments showing how and when to use certain tools and how to overcome challenges and setbacks Practical construction projects Evaluations of the most recent developments in affordable hardware and software Exploration on how sensor performance and light pollution relate to image quality and exposure planning Ground-breaking practical chapters on lucky imaging and choosing and using the latest CMOS cameras Written in an accessible, easy to follow format, this comprehensive guide equips readers with all the necessary skills to progress from photographer to astrophotographer.
Capturing Upside Risk: Finding and Managing Opportunities in Projects
by David HillsonWith more than three decades of experience as a thought-leader and expert practitioner, PMI Fellow Dr. David Hillson shares practical insight into how upside risks can be identified, assessed, and managed as opportunities. After reviewing the benefits of identifying opportunities, the book steps through the opportunity identification and management process in detail, describing proven tools and techniques as well as specific tips to make them work in practice. The book places opportunity management in the context of traditional risk management, providing a familiar pathway that leads project managers to discover new benefits and successes. David Hillson is one of the foremost authorities on risk management. With his latest book he presents a strong case for managing opportunities. As with all of David’s books, the style of writing is engaging and easy to understand. There are many nuggets of wisdom in this book, as well as a hands-on approach to leveraging opportunity management as a way of improving project performance. — Cyndi Snyder Dionisio, PMI Fellow, Coronado CA, USA. (Chair of the PMBOK® Guide, Sixth Edition) I enjoyed reading this book, which is precise, clear, logical, and persuasive. The clarity of thought and expression explains why David is such a sought-after speaker. This book is a must-read for project risk practitioners, as well as for project professionals who are serious about addressing all the risks on their project, including the good ones. — Dr Dale Cooper, Cammeray NSW, Australia. (Director, Broadleaf Capital International) At last, a clear and valuable book linking both sides of the coin in risk management: threats and opportunities. David Hillson truly engages the reader on how to deal with these two types of risk in projects, sharing his wisdom and extensive experience in creating value from risk management. Anyone who has to manage risk in real-world projects should read this book to enhance their opportunity management skills. — Professor Salim Al-Harthi, Muscat, Oman. (Director of Risk Management Office, Sultan Qaboos University) It is vital for value creation in business and in life that we consider uncertainties that would have upside impacts on our objectives (opportunities), as well as downside impacts (threats). Business gets confused between opportunities where there is a binary choice to take or not, and true uncertain opportunities that can be seized, or left to chance. David has persevered in helping us understand this and this important book is a must-read for all leaders who want to create value through the proactive management of risk. — Dr Ruth Murray-Webster, Wakefield, UK. (Partner, Beyond the Deal LLP and Editor, APM Body of Knowledge, 7th Edition) As project managers, we always seem to focus on threats, negative risks. David Hillson, one of the foremost thought-leaders on risk management, explains approaches to identify and manage opportunities, positive risks and how this will help achieve project success. As with his previous books, David provides a structured approach with examples, tools, and techniques. An excellent resource for all project managers in today’s world. — Peter Monkhouse, Toronto ON, Canada. (Past Chair PMI Board of Directors)
Case-Based Reasoning Research and Development: 28th International Conference, ICCBR 2020, Salamanca, Spain, June 8–12, 2020, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #12311)
by Ian Watson Rosina WeberThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 28th International Conference on Case-Based Reasoning Research and Development, ICCBR 2020, held in Salamanca, Spain*, in June 2020. The 20 full papers and 2 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 64 submissions. The theme of ICCBR 2020, “CBR Across Bridges” was highlighted by several activities. These papers, which are included in the proceedings, address many themes related to the theory and application of case-based reasoning and its future direction. *The conference was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Case for Liberalism in an Age of Extremism: or, Why I Left the Left But Can't Join the Right
by Alan Dershowitz&“Maybe the question isn&’t what happened to Alan Dershowitz. Maybe it&’s what happened to everyone else.&”—PoliticoIn The Case for Liberalism in an Age of Extremism, Alan Dershowitz—New York Times bestselling author and one of America&’s most respected legal scholars—makes a classical liberal argument for centrist government in the US, as the Founding Fathers and the Constitution intended. Alan Dershowitz has been called &“one of the most prominent and consistent defenders of civil liberties in America&” by Politico and &“the nation&’s most peripatetic civil liberties lawyer and one of its most distinguished defenders of individual rights&” by Newsweek. Yet he has come under intense criticism for his consistent classical liberalism in the face of a rapidly polarizing political landscape and for his steadfast support of centrist governance over either &“progressive&” or reactionary radicalism. The Case for Liberalism in an Age of Extremism is a defense of liberalism and its renewed relevance today. It makes the case for classic liberal values and programs over radical-left and reactionary right-wing agendas, and for centrism over extremism in general, showing why the United States has thrived throughout history because of its enduringly centrist base. It seeks to restore contemporary liberalism to its important place in the American political landscape, and attempts to persuade centrists from both the left and right—who may today call themselves progressives or moderate conservatives—that they, too, belong in the big tent of centrist liberalism. As a professor for half a century, Dershowitz never told students what values to accept or which candidates to support, but helped guide them to conclusions based on their own sets of values. He does the same in this book. A guide for all readers, rather than a piece of political advocacy for one party or another, The Case for Liberalism in an Age of Extremism is Alan Dershowitz&’s argument for classical liberal values and their role in forming just societies and protecting against the dangers of extremism, just as they must today. It is essential reading for anyone interested in or concerned about political polarization on both the far-right and -left, and for everyone seeking a middle path between the extremes.
Casino and Gaming Resort Investigations
by Derk J. Boss Alan W. ZajicCasino and Gaming Resort Investigations addresses the continued and growing need for gaming security professionals to properly and successfully investigate the increasing and unique types of crime they will face in their careers. As the gaming industry has grown, so has the need for competent and highly skilled investigators who must be prepared to manage a case of employee theft one day to a sophisticated sports book scam the next. This book provides the reader with the fundamental knowledge needed to understand how each gaming and non-gaming department functions and interacts within the overall gaming resort, allowing the investigator to determine and focus on the important elements of any investigation in any area. Each chapter delivers a background of a department or type of crime normally seen in the gaming environment, and then discusses what should be considered important or even critical for the investigator to know or determine in the course of the investigation. Likely scenarios, case histories, and tips, as well as cautions for investigators to be aware of, are used throughout the book. This book was written for and directed at gaming security and surveillance professionals, including gaming regulators, and tribal gaming authorities, who are almost daily confronted by the ingenious and the most common scams, theft, and frauds that are perpetrated in the gaming world.
CASP+ Practice Tests: Exam CAS-003
by Nadean H. TannerPower through your CASP+ Exam CAS-003 preparation with these invaluable practice questions For those studying for the CASP+ Exam CAS-003, Nadean H. Tanner’s CASP+ Practice Tests Exam CAS-003 will help you make the most of your prep time. The included two practice exams, domain-by-domain questions, and the accompanying Sybex interactive learning environment and online test bank will help you focus your efforts, gauge your progress, and improve your understanding of the necessary objectives. CASP+ Practice Tests Exam CAS-003 provides readers with practice questions that cover the five CASP+ objective domains: Risk Management Enterprise Security Architecture Enterprise Security Operations Technical Integration of Enterprise Security Research, Development, and Collaboration Specifically written for IT professionals studying for the CASP+ Exam CAS-003, this book is also a perfect refresher for anyone seeking to brush up on their IT cybersecurity knowledge. The practice exams and domain-by-domain questions combine to provide readers with over 1,000 practice questions to help validate your knowledge and optimize your preparation.
CCBA® and CBAP® Certifications Study Guide: Expert tips and practices in business analysis to pass the certification exams on the first attempt
by Esta LessingA handy, on-the-job reference filled with real-life scenarios to help you achieve the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) and Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA®) certifications Key Features Gain expert guidance from Esta Lessing, a CBAP® trainer with over 18 years of business analysis experience Understand BABOK® knowledge areas and tasks through examples and real-world scenarios Learn business analyst skills such as stakeholder engagement, strategy analysis, and requirement elicitation Book Description Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) is a certification from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) for professionals with extensive experience in business analysis. The CCBA® and CBAP® validates your proficiency in various aspects of business analysis and your ability to tackle challenging projects, work effectively with stakeholders, and identify and deliver business value. You'll start by learning about the benefits of CCBA® and CBAP® certifications for your career progression before focussing on the six core knowledge areas explained thoroughly in each chapter. These include topics such as business analysis planning and monitoring, elicitation and collaboration, requirements life cycle management, strategy analysis, requirements analysis, and design definition as well as solution evaluation. The book includes the essential underlying competencies and techniques to ensure a complete understanding of the BABOK® v3 guide content. Each chapter delves into the essential concepts and business analysis task considerations utilizing practical examples. Finally, you'll assess your knowledge through mock exam questions based on real-world case studies. By the end of this book, you'll have gained the business analysis skills needed to prepare for the certification exams and to advance in your career. What you will learn Assess the IIBA® requirements for applying for the CCBA® and CBAP® exams Navigate through the sections of the BABOK® v3 Guide Understand business analysis concepts, practices and analysis techniques Be able to relate concepts, tasks, and techniques to real-world practical situations Understand the application of 50 practical techniques concerning the BABOK® v3 Guide knowledge area tasks Identify the challenges that could hinder a business analyst from delivering value and effective business solutions Who this book is for This book is for business analysts, business consultants, trainers, project managers, and business professionals who are interested in preparing for the IIBA CBAP or CCBA exams. The book assumes business analysis experience.
CCNA Certification Practice Tests: Exam 200-301
by Jon BuhagiarThe definitive study guide for the new CCNA and CCNP certifications CCNA Certification Practice Test: Exam 200-301 is the definitive practice guide for professionals preparing for the new CCNA or CCNP certifications, and for those looking to master the latest technologies in Cisco networking fundamentals. The practice exams, written by 17-year industry professional Jon Buhagiar, explore a broad range of exam objectives essential for passing the certification exam. The CCNA exam provides the certification needed to grow your IT career. Each practice exam in this book is designed to prepare you to pass the CCNA by imparting the skills, knowledge, and practical coursework needed to master all exam topics. This book includes access to six practice tests featuring 1,200 exam questions, as well as two full practice exams. Most importantly, the six practice tests featured in Certification Practice Tests Exam 200-301 cover a variety of topics, including: ● Security fundamentals ● Automation and programmability ● IP services ● IP connectivity ● Network success ● Network fundamentals In addition to a plethora of exam topics and plenty of sample questions to prepare you for the CCNA exam, readers will also have access to online test tools featuring additional practice questions and study tools to assist in reinforcing the knowledge you’ve gained with the book. Learn the foundational knowledge you need to pass the CCNA or CCNP and take your career to the next level by preparing with CCNA Certification Practice Tests.