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Cognitive Informatics for Biomedicine

Human Computer Interaction in Healthcare

Edited by Vimla L. Patel, Thomas G. Kannampallil, David R. Kaufman ...

Series series Medicine (R0)
The book reports on the current state on HCI in biomedicine and health care, focusing on the role of human factors, patient safety well as methodological underpinnings of HCI theories and its application for biomedical informatics. Theories, models and frameworks for human-computer interaction (HCI) have been recognized as key contributors for the design, development and use of computer-based ... Read more

$81.26 CAD

The book reports on the current state on HCI in biomedicine and health care, focusing on the role of human factors, patient safety well as methodological underpinnings of HCI theories and its application for biomedical informatics. Theories, models and frameworks for human-computer interaction (HCI) have been recognized as key contributors for the design, development and use of computer-based
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Guide to HTML, JavaScript and PHP

For Scientists and Engineers

by David R. Brooks ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book enables readers to quickly develop a working knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and PHP. The text emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning and makes extensive use of examples. A detailed science, engineering, or mathematics background is not required to understand the material, making the book ideally suitable for self-study or an introductory course in programming. Features: describes the ... Read more

$75.50 CAD

This book enables readers to quickly develop a working knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and PHP. The text emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning and makes extensive use of examples. A detailed science, engineering, or mathematics background is not required to understand the material, making the book ideally suitable for self-study or an introductory course in programming. Features: describes the
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Probability, Markov Chains, Queues, and Simulation

The Mathematical Basis of Performance Modeling

by William J. Stewart ...

Probability, Markov Chains, Queues, and Simulation provides a modern and authoritative treatment of the mathematical processes that underlie performance modeling. The detailed explanations of mathematical derivations and numerous illustrative examples make this textbook readily accessible to graduate and advanced undergraduate students taking courses in which stochastic processes play a ... Read more

$160.73 CAD

Probability, Markov Chains, Queues, and Simulation provides a modern and authoritative treatment of the mathematical processes that underlie performance modeling. The detailed explanations of mathematical derivations and numerous illustrative examples make this textbook readily accessible to graduate and advanced undergraduate students taking courses in which stochastic processes play a
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The Handbook of Formal Methods in Human-Computer Interaction

Edited by Judy Bowen, Benjamin Weyers, Philippe Palanque, Alan Dix ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book provides a comprehensive collection of methods and approaches for using formal methods within Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research, the use of which is a prerequisite for usability and user-experience (UX) when engineering interactive systems.World-leading researchers present methods, tools and techniques to design and develop reliable interactive systems, offering an extensive ... Read more

$370.43 CAD

This book provides a comprehensive collection of methods and approaches for using formal methods within Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research, the use of which is a prerequisite for usability and user-experience (UX) when engineering interactive systems.World-leading researchers present methods, tools and techniques to design and develop reliable interactive systems, offering an extensive
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Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Cookbook

Over 80 recipes on how to implement machine learning algorithms for building security systems using Python

by Emmanuel Tsukerman ...

Learn how to apply modern AI to create powerful cybersecurity solutions for malware, pentesting, social engineering, data privacy, and intrusion detectionKey FeaturesManage data of varying complexity to protect your system using the Python ecosystemApply ML to pentesting, malware, data privacy, intrusion detection system(IDS) and social engineeringAutomate your daily workflow by addressing various ... Read more

$37.43 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how to apply modern AI to create powerful cybersecurity solutions for malware, pentesting, social engineering, data privacy, and intrusion detectionKey FeaturesManage data of varying complexity to protect your system using the Python ecosystemApply ML to pentesting, malware, data privacy, intrusion detection system(IDS) and social engineeringAutomate your daily workflow by addressing various
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Big Data And The Computable Society: Algorithms And People In The Digital World

by Domenico Talia ...

Data and algorithms are changing our life. The awareness of importance and pervasiveness of the digital revolution is the primary element from which to start a path of knowledge to grasp what is happening in the world of big data and digital innovation and to understand these impacts on our minds and relationships between people, traceability and the computability of behavior of individuals and ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

Data and algorithms are changing our life. The awareness of importance and pervasiveness of the digital revolution is the primary element from which to start a path of knowledge to grasp what is happening in the world of big data and digital innovation and to understand these impacts on our minds and relationships between people, traceability and the computability of behavior of individuals and
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Data Driven Approaches for Healthcare

Machine learning for Identifying High Utilizers

by Chengliang Yang, Chris Delcher, Elizabeth Shenkman, Sanjay Ranka ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC Big Data Series
Health care utilization routinely generates vast amounts of data from sources ranging from electronic medical records, insurance claims, vital signs, and patient-reported outcomes. Predicting health outcomes using data modeling approaches is an emerging field that can reveal important insights into disproportionate spending patterns. This book presents data driven methods, especially machine ... Read more

$86.23 CAD

Health care utilization routinely generates vast amounts of data from sources ranging from electronic medical records, insurance claims, vital signs, and patient-reported outcomes. Predicting health outcomes using data modeling approaches is an emerging field that can reveal important insights into disproportionate spending patterns. This book presents data driven methods, especially machine
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Social Media Retrieval

Edited by Naeem Ramzan, Roelof van Zwol, Jong-Seok Lee, Kai Clüver, Xian-Sheng Hua ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This comprehensive text/reference examines in depth the synergy between multimedia content analysis, personalization, and next-generation networking. The book demonstrates how this integration can result in robust, personalized services that provide users with an improved multimedia-centric quality of experience. Each chapter offers a practical step-by-step walkthrough for a variety of concepts, ... Read more

$162.62 CAD

This comprehensive text/reference examines in depth the synergy between multimedia content analysis, personalization, and next-generation networking. The book demonstrates how this integration can result in robust, personalized services that provide users with an improved multimedia-centric quality of experience. Each chapter offers a practical step-by-step walkthrough for a variety of concepts,
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Accessible Communications

Create Impact, Avoid Missteps and Build Trust

by Lisa Riemers, Matisse Hamel-Nelis ...

Ready to build credibility and optimize your communications for real business impact?***Accessible Communications***is a practical guide designed for professionals seeking to develop effective, inclusive messaging that aligns with evolving regulations and business goals. Written by award-winning communications consultants Lisa Riemers and Matisse Hamel-Nelis, this book offers clear models and ... Read more

$39.41 CAD

Ready to build credibility and optimize your communications for real business impact?***Accessible Communications***is a practical guide designed for professionals seeking to develop effective, inclusive messaging that aligns with evolving regulations and business goals. Written by award-winning communications consultants Lisa Riemers and Matisse Hamel-Nelis, this book offers clear models and
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Internet Addiction

Neuroscientific Approaches and Therapeutical Implications Including Smartphone Addiction

Edited by Christian Montag, Martin Reuter ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The second edition of this successful book provides further and in-depth insight into theoretical models dealing with Internet addiction, as well as includes new therapeutical approaches. The editors also broach the emerging topic of smartphone addiction.This book combines a scholarly introduction with state-of-the-art research in the characterization of Internet addiction. It is intended for a ... Read more

$127.70 CAD

The second edition of this successful book provides further and in-depth insight into theoretical models dealing with Internet addiction, as well as includes new therapeutical approaches. The editors also broach the emerging topic of smartphone addiction.This book combines a scholarly introduction with state-of-the-art research in the characterization of Internet addiction. It is intended for a
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Claude For Dummies

by Stephanie Diamond ...

Tackle your workload with ClaudeClaude For Dummies gets you started with the AI program that’s made to help you find solutions to your toughest problems. With this beginner-friendly guide, you can learn to write effective prompts, fact-check results, and get things done faster with Claude’s help. Not sure where to start? This Dummies guide has your back, with ideas for what you can (and can’t) do ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Tackle your workload with ClaudeClaude For Dummies gets you started with the AI program that’s made to help you find solutions to your toughest problems. With this beginner-friendly guide, you can learn to write effective prompts, fact-check results, and get things done faster with Claude’s help. Not sure where to start? This Dummies guide has your back, with ideas for what you can (and can’t) do
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Learning Ceph

by Karan Singh ...

If you already have basic knowledge of GNU/Linux and storage systems, but have no experience of software-defined storage solutions and Ceph, and are eager to learn about it, this is the book for you. If you are looking for your next career jump as a Ceph administrator, this book is also ideal for you. ... Read more

$24.29 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

If you already have basic knowledge of GNU/Linux and storage systems, but have no experience of software-defined storage solutions and Ceph, and are eager to learn about it, this is the book for you. If you are looking for your next career jump as a Ceph administrator, this book is also ideal for you.
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Designing UX: Prototyping

Because Modern Design is Never Static

by Ben Coleman, Dan Goodwin ...

It's well known that identifying and fixing problems in design is easier and cheaper if it can be done earlier in the process of design and build. That's because as the fidelity of the project we're working on increases, the effort involved in making changes increases. If we can test out early ideas to see if they work, in small chunks, then we can identify whether those ideas are going to work. ... Read more

$23.03 CAD

It's well known that identifying and fixing problems in design is easier and cheaper if it can be done earlier in the process of design and build. That's because as the fidelity of the project we're working on increases, the effort involved in making changes increases. If we can test out early ideas to see if they work, in small chunks, then we can identify whether those ideas are going to work.
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AI Systems Performance Engineering

Optimizing Model Training and Inference Workloads with GPUs, CUDA, and PyTorch

by Chris Fregly ...

Elevate your AI system performance capabilities with this definitive guide to maximizing efficiency across every layer of your AI infrastructure. In today's era of ever-growing generative models, AI Systems Performance Engineering provides engineers, researchers, and developers with a hands-on set of actionable optimization strategies. Learn to co-optimize hardware, software, and algorithms to ... Read more

$77.03 CAD

Elevate your AI system performance capabilities with this definitive guide to maximizing efficiency across every layer of your AI infrastructure. In today's era of ever-growing generative models, AI Systems Performance Engineering provides engineers, researchers, and developers with a hands-on set of actionable optimization strategies. Learn to co-optimize hardware, software, and algorithms to
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Gmdh-methodology And Implementation In Matlab

by Godfrey C Onwubolu ...

Group method of data handling (GMDH) is a typical inductive modeling method built on the principles of self-organization. Since its introduction, inductive modelling has been developed to support complex systems in prediction, clusterization, system identification, as well as data mining and knowledge extraction technologies in social science, science, engineering, and medicine.This is the first ... Read more

$38.69 CAD

Group method of data handling (GMDH) is a typical inductive modeling method built on the principles of self-organization. Since its introduction, inductive modelling has been developed to support complex systems in prediction, clusterization, system identification, as well as data mining and knowledge extraction technologies in social science, science, engineering, and medicine.This is the first
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Advanced Analytics with Spark

Patterns for Learning from Data at Scale

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

In the second edition of this practical book, four Cloudera data scientists present a set of self-contained patterns for performing large-scale data analysis with Spark. The authors bring Spark, statistical methods, and real-world data sets together to teach you how to approach analytics problems by example. Updated for Spark 2.1, this edition acts as an introduction to these techniques and other ... Read more

$48.95 CAD

In the second edition of this practical book, four Cloudera data scientists present a set of self-contained patterns for performing large-scale data analysis with Spark. The authors bring Spark, statistical methods, and real-world data sets together to teach you how to approach analytics problems by example. Updated for Spark 2.1, this edition acts as an introduction to these techniques and other
... Read more
AI and UX

Why Artificial Intelligence Needs User Experience

by Gavin Lew, Robert M. Schumacher Jr. ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
As venture capital and industrial resources are increasingly poured into rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the actual usage and success of AI depends on a satisfactory experience for the user. UX will play a significant role in the adoption of AI technologies across markets, and AI and UX explores just what these demands will entail.Great effort has been put forth to continuously make AI ... Read more

$51.02 CAD

As venture capital and industrial resources are increasingly poured into rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the actual usage and success of AI depends on a satisfactory experience for the user. UX will play a significant role in the adoption of AI technologies across markets, and AI and UX explores just what these demands will entail.Great effort has been put forth to continuously make AI
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C++20 Quick Syntax Reference

A Pocket Guide to the Language, APIs, and Library

by Mikael Olsson ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
This quick C++ 20 guide is a condensed code and syntax reference to the popular programming language, fully updated for C++20. It presents the essential C++20 code syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference.This edition covers topics including designated initializers, lambdas and lambda captures, the spaceship operator, pack expressions, string literals as template ... Read more

$68.39 CAD

This quick C++ 20 guide is a condensed code and syntax reference to the popular programming language, fully updated for C++20. It presents the essential C++20 code syntax in a well-organized format that can be used as a handy reference.This edition covers topics including designated initializers, lambdas and lambda captures, the spaceship operator, pack expressions, string literals as template
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Learning C# by Programming Games

by Arjan Egges, Jeroen D. Fokker, Mark H. Overmars ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Developing computer games is a perfect way to learn how to program in modern programming languages. This book teaches how to program in C# through the creation of computer games – and without requiring any previous programming experience.Contrary to most programming books, Egges, Fokker and Overmars do not organize the presentation according to programming language constructs, but instead use the ... Read more

$58.04 CAD

Developing computer games is a perfect way to learn how to program in modern programming languages. This book teaches how to program in C# through the creation of computer games – and without requiring any previous programming experience.Contrary to most programming books, Egges, Fokker and Overmars do not organize the presentation according to programming language constructs, but instead use the
... Read more
Functional and Reactive Domain Modeling

by Debasish Ghosh ...

SummaryFunctional and Reactive Domain Modeling teaches you how to think of the domain model in terms of pure functions and how to compose them to build larger abstractions.About the TechnologyTraditional distributed applications won't cut it in the reactive world of microservices, fast data, and sensor networks. To capture their dynamic relationships and dependencies, these systems require a ... Read more

$77.99 CAD

SummaryFunctional and Reactive Domain Modeling teaches you how to think of the domain model in terms of pure functions and how to compose them to build larger abstractions.About the TechnologyTraditional distributed applications won't cut it in the reactive world of microservices, fast data, and sensor networks. To capture their dynamic relationships and dependencies, these systems require a
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Designing Web APIs

Building APIs That Developers Love

by Amir Shevat, Brenda Jin, Saurabh Sahni ...

Using a web API to provide services to application developers is one of the more satisfying endeavors that software engineers undertake. But building a popular API with a thriving developer ecosystem is also one of the most challenging. With this practical guide, developers, architects, and tech leads will learn how to navigate complex decisions for designing, scaling, marketing, and evolving ... Read more

$32.39 CAD

Using a web API to provide services to application developers is one of the more satisfying endeavors that software engineers undertake. But building a popular API with a thriving developer ecosystem is also one of the most challenging. With this practical guide, developers, architects, and tech leads will learn how to navigate complex decisions for designing, scaling, marketing, and evolving
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COMPUTER MASTER

C++ / C Programming lessons

by Gilbert Kofi Grunitzky ...

C++ / C Programming lessons! This C / C++ lesson, has been designed to help the beginners learn the C / C++ programming language quickly. Most of the basic concepts of C / C++ programming like variables, data types, expressions, conditionals, repetitions structures, switch, functions, arrays, pointers, string handling, file handling and structures are explained in simple language. This C / C++ ... Read more

$18.00 CAD

C++ / C Programming lessons! This C / C++ lesson, has been designed to help the beginners learn the C / C++ programming language quickly. Most of the basic concepts of C / C++ programming like variables, data types, expressions, conditionals, repetitions structures, switch, functions, arrays, pointers, string handling, file handling and structures are explained in simple language. This C / C++
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Mathematical Logic

On Numbers, Sets, Structures, and Symmetry

by Roman Kossak ...

Series series Philosophy and Religion (R0)
This book, presented in two parts, offers a slow introduction to mathematical logic, and several basic concepts of model theory, such as first-order definability, types, symmetries, and elementary extensions.Its first part, Logic Sets, and Numbers, shows how mathematical logic is used to develop the number structures of classical mathematics. The exposition does not assume any prerequisites; it is ... Read more

$66.23 CAD

This book, presented in two parts, offers a slow introduction to mathematical logic, and several basic concepts of model theory, such as first-order definability, types, symmetries, and elementary extensions.Its first part, Logic Sets, and Numbers, shows how mathematical logic is used to develop the number structures of classical mathematics. The exposition does not assume any prerequisites; it is
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Claude AI Mastery 2026

claude ai english, #1

by Daniel Parker ...

Series Book 1 - claude ai english
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it's the competitive advantage that separates high-performers from everyone else. In 2026, professionals across every industry are using Claude AI to accomplish in hours what used to take days, automate repetitive tasks, generate high-quality content, and make better decisions faster.Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced user ... Read more

$42.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it's the competitive advantage that separates high-performers from everyone else. In 2026, professionals across every industry are using Claude AI to accomplish in hours what used to take days, automate repetitive tasks, generate high-quality content, and make better decisions faster.Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced user
... Read more

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