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The Information

A History, a Theory, a Flood

by James Gleick ...

Winner of the Royal Society Winton Prize for Science Books 2012, the world's leading prize for popular science writing.We live in the information age. But every era of history has had its own information revolution: the invention of writing, the composition of dictionaries, the creation of the charts that made navigation possible, the discovery of the electronic signal, the cracking of the genetic ... Read more

$12.99 NZD

Winner of the Royal Society Winton Prize for Science Books 2012, the world's leading prize for popular science writing.We live in the information age. But every era of history has had its own information revolution: the invention of writing, the composition of dictionaries, the creation of the charts that made navigation possible, the discovery of the electronic signal, the cracking of the genetic
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Software Architecture: The Hard Parts

Modern Trade-Off Analyses for Distributed Architectures

by Neal Ford, Mark Richards, Pramod Sadalage, Zhamak Dehghani ...

There are no easy decisions in software architecture. Instead, there are many hard parts--difficult problems or issues with no best practices--that force you to choose among various compromises. With this book, you'll learn how to think critically about the trade-offs involved with distributed architectures.Architecture veterans and practicing consultants Neal Ford, Mark Richards, Pramod Sadalage, ... Read more

$61.26 NZD

There are no easy decisions in software architecture. Instead, there are many hard parts--difficult problems or issues with no best practices--that force you to choose among various compromises. With this book, you'll learn how to think critically about the trade-offs involved with distributed architectures.Architecture veterans and practicing consultants Neal Ford, Mark Richards, Pramod Sadalage,
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Modern Software Engineering

Doing What Works to Build Better Software Faster

by David Farley ...

Improve Your Creativity, Effectiveness, and Ultimately, Your CodeIn Modern Software Engineering, continuous delivery pioneer David Farley helps software professionals think about their work more effectively, manage it more successfully, and genuinely improve the quality of their applications, their lives, and the lives of their colleagues.Writing for programmers, managers, and technical leads at ... Read more

$59.30 NZD

Improve Your Creativity, Effectiveness, and Ultimately, Your CodeIn Modern Software Engineering, continuous delivery pioneer David Farley helps software professionals think about their work more effectively, manage it more successfully, and genuinely improve the quality of their applications, their lives, and the lives of their colleagues.Writing for programmers, managers, and technical leads at
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Human Design

Discover the Person You Were Born to Be

by Chetan Parkyn ...

Introducing Human Design, the revolutionary system that reveals the personality ‘blueprint’ of who you were born to be. Using the precise details of your birth, it's more accurate than astrology. And by downloading the free software, you can map your own life chart, and those of your friends and family. You'll never read your horoscope again.Forget your sign, what’s your design?Would you like to ... Read more

$14.99 NZD

Introducing Human Design, the revolutionary system that reveals the personality ‘blueprint’ of who you were born to be. Using the precise details of your birth, it's more accurate than astrology. And by downloading the free software, you can map your own life chart, and those of your friends and family. You'll never read your horoscope again.Forget your sign, what’s your design?Would you like to
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Learning Domain-Driven Design

Aligning Software Architecture and Business Strategy

by Vlad Khononov ...

Building software is harder than ever. As a developer, you not only have to chase ever-changing technological trends but also need to understand the business domains behind the software. This practical book provides you with a set of core patterns, principles, and practices for analyzing business domains, understanding business strategy, and, most importantly, aligning software design with its ... Read more

$52.15 NZD

Building software is harder than ever. As a developer, you not only have to chase ever-changing technological trends but also need to understand the business domains behind the software. This practical book provides you with a set of core patterns, principles, and practices for analyzing business domains, understanding business strategy, and, most importantly, aligning software design with its
... Read more
Domain-Driven Design

Tackling Complexity in the Heart of Software

by Eric Evans ...

Domain-Driven Design fills that need. This is not a book about specific technologies. It offers readers a systematic approach to domain-driven design, presenting an extensive set of design best practices, experience-based techniques, and fundamental principles that facilitate the development of software projects facing complex domains. Intertwining design and development practice, this book ... Read more

$112.29 NZD

Domain-Driven Design fills that need. This is not a book about specific technologies. It offers readers a systematic approach to domain-driven design, presenting an extensive set of design best practices, experience-based techniques, and fundamental principles that facilitate the development of software projects facing complex domains. Intertwining design and development practice, this book
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The Systems View of Life

A Unifying Vision

by Pier Luigi Luisi, Fritjof Capra ...

Over the past thirty years, a new systemic conception of life has emerged at the forefront of science. New emphasis has been given to complexity, networks, and patterns of organisation, leading to a novel kind of 'systemic' thinking. This volume integrates the ideas, models, and theories underlying the systems view of life into a single coherent framework. Taking a broad sweep through history and ... Read more

$45.63 NZD

Over the past thirty years, a new systemic conception of life has emerged at the forefront of science. New emphasis has been given to complexity, networks, and patterns of organisation, leading to a novel kind of 'systemic' thinking. This volume integrates the ideas, models, and theories underlying the systems view of life into a single coherent framework. Taking a broad sweep through history and
... Read more
The Software Architect Elevator

Redefining the Architect's Role in the Digital Enterprise

by Gregor Hohpe ...

As the digital economy changes the rules of the game for enterprises, the role of software and IT architects is also transforming. Rather than focus on technical decisions alone, architects and senior technologists need to combine organizational and technical knowledge to effect change in their company’s structure and processes. To accomplish that, they need to connect the IT engine room to the ... Read more

$43.87 NZD

As the digital economy changes the rules of the game for enterprises, the role of software and IT architects is also transforming. Rather than focus on technical decisions alone, architects and senior technologists need to combine organizational and technical knowledge to effect change in their company’s structure and processes. To accomplish that, they need to connect the IT engine room to the
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Software Engineering at Google

Lessons Learned from Programming Over Time

by Titus Winters, Tom Manshreck, Hyrum Wright ...

Today, software engineers need to know not only how to program effectively but also how to develop proper engineering practices to make their codebase sustainable and healthy. This book emphasizes this difference between programming and software engineering.How can software engineers manage a living codebase that evolves and responds to changing requirements and demands over the length of its life ... Read more

$52.15 NZD

Today, software engineers need to know not only how to program effectively but also how to develop proper engineering practices to make their codebase sustainable and healthy. This book emphasizes this difference between programming and software engineering.How can software engineers manage a living codebase that evolves and responds to changing requirements and demands over the length of its life
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Implementing Domain-Driven Design

by Vaughn Vernon ...

“For software developers of all experience levels looking to improve their results, and design and implement domain-driven enterprise applications consistently with the best current state of professional practice, Implementing Domain-Driven Design will impart a treasure trove of knowledge hard won within the DDD and enterprise application architecture communities over the last couple decades.” ... Read more

$96.76 NZD

“For software developers of all experience levels looking to improve their results, and design and implement domain-driven enterprise applications consistently with the best current state of professional practice, Implementing Domain-Driven Design will impart a treasure trove of knowledge hard won within the DDD and enterprise application architecture communities over the last couple decades.”
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Data Mesh

Delivering Data-Driven Value at Scale

by Zhamak Dehghani ...

We're at an inflection point in data, where our data management solutions no longer match the complexity of organizations, the proliferation of data sources, and the scope of our aspirations to get value from data with AI and analytics. In this practical book, author Zhamak Dehghani introduces data mesh, a decentralized sociotechnical paradigm drawn from modern distributed architecture that ... Read more

$61.26 NZD

We're at an inflection point in data, where our data management solutions no longer match the complexity of organizations, the proliferation of data sources, and the scope of our aspirations to get value from data with AI and analytics. In this practical book, author Zhamak Dehghani introduces data mesh, a decentralized sociotechnical paradigm drawn from modern distributed architecture that
... Read more
Kill It with Fire

Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

by Marianne Bellotti ...

Kill It with Fire chronicles the challenges of dealing with aging computer systems, along with sound modernization strategies.How to survive a legacy apocalypse“Kill it with fire,” the typical first reaction to a legacy system falling into obsolescence, is a knee-jerk approach that often burns through tons of money and time only to result in a less efficient solution. This book offers a far more ... Read more

$22.24 NZD

Kill It with Fire chronicles the challenges of dealing with aging computer systems, along with sound modernization strategies.How to survive a legacy apocalypse“Kill it with fire,” the typical first reaction to a legacy system falling into obsolescence, is a knee-jerk approach that often burns through tons of money and time only to result in a less efficient solution. This book offers a far more
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Node.js Design Patterns

Level up your Node.js skills and design production-grade applications using proven techniques

by Luciano Mammino, Mario Casciaro ...

An essential read for any JavaScript developer - take full advantage of the Node.js platform and build reliable, scalable web applications using design patterns Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader (Email sign-up and proof of purchase required)Key FeaturesGain a deep understanding of ... Read more

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An essential read for any JavaScript developer - take full advantage of the Node.js platform and build reliable, scalable web applications using design patterns Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader (Email sign-up and proof of purchase required)Key FeaturesGain a deep understanding of
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Terraform: Up and Running

Writing Infrastructure as Code

by Yevgeniy Brikman ...

Terraform has become a key player in the DevOps world for defining, launching, and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) across a variety of cloud and virtualization platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and more. This hands-on third edition, expanded and thoroughly updated for version 1.0 and beyond, shows you the fastest way to get up and running with Terraform.Gruntwork cofounder ... Read more

$61.26 NZD

Terraform has become a key player in the DevOps world for defining, launching, and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) across a variety of cloud and virtualization platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and more. This hands-on third edition, expanded and thoroughly updated for version 1.0 and beyond, shows you the fastest way to get up and running with Terraform.Gruntwork cofounder
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How To Be An Agile Business Analyst

by Kent McDonald ...

How To Be An Agile Business Analyst is about applying your business analysis skills in an agile manner. You'll still see the term agile business analyst, but the agile here describes how you approach business analysis.This book helps business analysts be an effective member of a team working in an agile fashion. It explains how to add value to your team and how to apply your business analysis ... Read more

$14.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

How To Be An Agile Business Analyst is about applying your business analysis skills in an agile manner. You'll still see the term agile business analyst, but the agile here describes how you approach business analysis.This book helps business analysts be an effective member of a team working in an agile fashion. It explains how to add value to your team and how to apply your business analysis
... Read more
Process Mapping and Management

by Sue Conger ...

This book provides a blueprint of how to develop a discipline for process management that applies to any type of orientation.As the economy moves toward a services orientation, companies are struggling with how to improve their offerings. Process management is a key component of the services that companies provide, and author Sue Conger has written a helpful tool to learn more of this key ... Read more

$9.93 NZD

This book provides a blueprint of how to develop a discipline for process management that applies to any type of orientation.As the economy moves toward a services orientation, companies are struggling with how to improve their offerings. Process management is a key component of the services that companies provide, and author Sue Conger has written a helpful tool to learn more of this key
... Read more
Specification by Example

How Successful Teams Deliver the Right Software

by Gojko Adzic ...

SummarySpecification by Example is an emerging practice for creating software based on realistic examples, bridging the communication gap between business stakeholders and the dev teams building the software. In this book, author Gojko Adzic distills interviews with successful teams worldwide, sharing how they specify, develop, and deliver software, without defects, in short iterative delivery ... Read more

$63.94 NZD

SummarySpecification by Example is an emerging practice for creating software based on realistic examples, bridging the communication gap between business stakeholders and the dev teams building the software. In this book, author Gojko Adzic distills interviews with successful teams worldwide, sharing how they specify, develop, and deliver software, without defects, in short iterative delivery
... Read more
Algorithms

by Robert Sedgewick, Kevin Wayne ...

Essential Information about Algorithms and Data StructuresA Classic ReferenceThe latest version of Sedgewick’s best-selling series, reflecting an indispensable body of knowledge developed over the past several decades.Broad CoverageFull treatment of data structures and algorithms for sorting, searching, graph processing, and string processing, including fifty algorithms every programmer should ... Read more

$113.84 NZD

Essential Information about Algorithms and Data StructuresA Classic ReferenceThe latest version of Sedgewick’s best-selling series, reflecting an indispensable body of knowledge developed over the past several decades.Broad CoverageFull treatment of data structures and algorithms for sorting, searching, graph processing, and string processing, including fifty algorithms every programmer should
... Read more
Creative Acts For Curious People

How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways

by Sarah Stein Greenberg, Stanford d.school ...

'Packed end to end with ways to see the world in new ways' Mike Krieger, cofounder, Instagram'Designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection and make our lives better' Gretchen Rubin'Navigate today's world with agility, resilience and imagination' Lorraine Twohill, CMO, GoogleWhat do they teach you at the most prestigious design school in the world?For the first time, y... ... Read more

$21.99 NZD

'Packed end to end with ways to see the world in new ways' Mike Krieger, cofounder, Instagram'Designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection and make our lives better' Gretchen Rubin'Navigate today's world with agility, resilience and imagination' Lorraine Twohill, CMO, GoogleWhat do they teach you at the most prestigious design school in the world?For the first time, y...
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Becoming a Rockstar SRE

Electrify your site reliability engineering mindset to build reliable, resilient, and efficient systems

by Jeremy Proffitt, Rod Anami L. Anami ...

Excel in site reliability engineering by learning from field-driven lessons on observability and reliability in code, architecture, process, systems management, costs, and people to minimize downtime and enhance developers' output Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey FeaturesUnderstand the goals of an SRE in terms of reliability, efficiency, and constant ... Read more

$51.22 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Excel in site reliability engineering by learning from field-driven lessons on observability and reliability in code, architecture, process, systems management, costs, and people to minimize downtime and enhance developers' output Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey FeaturesUnderstand the goals of an SRE in terms of reliability, efficiency, and constant
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Semantic Software Design

A New Theory and Practical Guide for Modern Architects

by Eben Hewitt ...

With this practical book, architects, CTOs, and CIOs will learn a set of patterns for the practice of architecture, including analysis, documentation, and communication. Author Eben Hewitt shows you how to create holistic and thoughtful technology plans, communicate them clearly, lead people toward the vision, and become a great architect or Chief Architect.This book covers each key aspect of ... Read more

$65.40 NZD

With this practical book, architects, CTOs, and CIOs will learn a set of patterns for the practice of architecture, including analysis, documentation, and communication. Author Eben Hewitt shows you how to create holistic and thoughtful technology plans, communicate them clearly, lead people toward the vision, and become a great architect or Chief Architect.This book covers each key aspect of
... Read more
Waltzing with Bears

Managing Risk on Software Projects

by Tom DeMarco, Tim Lister ...

This is the digital version of the printed book (Copyright © 2003).If There’s No Risk On Your Next Project, Don’t Do It.Greater risk brings greater reward, especially in software development. A company that runs away from risk will soon find itself lagging behind its more adventurous competition. By ignoring the threat of negative outcomes–in the name of positive thinking or a can-do attitude ... Read more

$37.46 NZD

This is the digital version of the printed book (Copyright © 2003).If There’s No Risk On Your Next Project, Don’t Do It.Greater risk brings greater reward, especially in software development. A company that runs away from risk will soon find itself lagging behind its more adventurous competition. By ignoring the threat of negative outcomes–in the name of positive thinking or a can-do attitude
... Read more
Hospital Management System

Project, #1

by Indrajeet Nayak ...

Series Book 1 - Project
The purpose of the project as "Hospital Management System" is to computerize the front office management of hospitals to develop software which is user friendly , simple , fast and cost-effective.This project on Hospital management system (HMS) is a comprehensive software that helps hospitals to manage their operations by providing a centralized platform for data collection, management, and ... Read more

$15.29 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

The purpose of the project as "Hospital Management System" is to computerize the front office management of hospitals to develop software which is user friendly , simple , fast and cost-effective.This project on Hospital management system (HMS) is a comprehensive software that helps hospitals to manage their operations by providing a centralized platform for data collection, management, and
... Read more
AI & ML - Powering the Agents of Automation

by M Deepika ...

Learn Why, What, Where, When Who and How behind the technologies of the AI & ML powering the Agents of Automation in a simple mannerKey features Explore various trends of Automation impacting our lives today. Explains the reasons behind the proliferations of the various bots and autonomous agents. Explores the various areas being impacted by the use of these new workforce made of machines. ... Read more

$23.15 NZD

Learn Why, What, Where, When Who and How behind the technologies of the AI & ML powering the Agents of Automation in a simple mannerKey features Explore various trends of Automation impacting our lives today. Explains the reasons behind the proliferations of the various bots and autonomous agents. Explores the various areas being impacted by the use of these new workforce made of machines.
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