There is a quiet contradiction at the heart of modern weight loss. We have more food, more choice, and more willpower advice than ever, and we feel more at war with our bodies than ever. This book offers a different starting point. Instead of counting harder, it asks you to design a kitchen that makes the light choice the easy choice, borrowing 5 simple principles from the Japanese home table that have kept a population lean without a single day of deprivation.This is not a strict ...

"A Smaller History of Rome" by Eugene Lawrence and William Smith is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the Roman Empire's history. The authors distill the vast narrative of Rome into an accessible format, making it suitable for readers who seek to understand the key events and figures that shaped this ancient civilization. The book covers significant milestones, from the founding of Rome to the fall of the Western Empire, providing insights into the political, social, and cultural ...

"The History of the Post Office in British North America" by William Smith offers a comprehensive exploration of the development and significance of postal services in the region. Smith meticulously details the evolution of the postal system, highlighting its role in connecting communities and facilitating communication across vast distances. The book delves into the challenges faced by early postal services, including logistical hurdles and the impact of political changes, providing reade...

"Longhorn for Kubernetes Storage Architecture""Longhorn for Kubernetes Storage Architecture" is a comprehensive technical guide designed for engineers, architects, and DevOps professionals navigating the complex landscape of Kubernetes-native storage. Beginning with a thorough exploration of the foundational primitives of Kubernetes storage—such as PersistentVolumes, StorageClasses, and the Container Storage Interface (CSI)—the book establishes a deep understanding of the challenge...

"GreptimeDB Essentials""GreptimeDB Essentials" provides a comprehensive guide to mastering time-series data management with GreptimeDB, a cutting-edge, high-performance time-series database. Beginning with foundational concepts, the book explores the unique characteristics and management challenges of time-series data, its applications across industries such as IoT, finance, and infrastructure monitoring, and how GreptimeDB stands apart from other platforms. Readers gain deep insig...

"Iroha Blockchain Architecture and Development""Iroha Blockchain Architecture and Development" is an authoritative guide to the design, implementation, and operationalization of Hyperledger Iroha—one of the premier permissioned blockchain platforms in the enterprise landscape. Meticulously exploring Iroha’s origins within the Hyperledger consortium, the book offers a nuanced analysis of its distinct design philosophy, positioning it alongside leading options such as Fabric, Sawtoot...

"Kasten K10 Solutions for Kubernetes Backup and Restore"In a world where Kubernetes has become the backbone of modern, cloud-native infrastructure, "Kasten K10 Solutions for Kubernetes Backup and Restore" stands as the definitive guide for securing, managing, and safeguarding valuable data in dynamic containerized environments. This comprehensive resource navigates the core concepts of Kubernetes storage, the critical importance of data protection, and the unique challenges faced b...

"Cayley Database Architecture and Development""Cayley Database Architecture and Development" is a comprehensive guide to the design, deployment, and advanced usage of the Cayley graph database. Drawing on the rich theoretical foundations of graph databases and the unique quad-based data model at the heart of Cayley, this book provides in-depth coverage from fundamental principles and architectural components to nuanced data modeling strategies. Readers will learn about Cayley’s ope...

"Dgraph GraphQL in Practice"“Dgraph GraphQL in Practice” is a comprehensive guide to mastering modern graph data solutions with Dgraph, the high-performance, distributed native graph database. This book meticulously explores Dgraph’s architecture, delving into its advanced consensus models, sharding, and replication strategies, while unpacking the nuances of schema and type system design that underpin seamless GraphQL integration. Readers are introduced to the distinctive benefits ...

"DENT Network Operating System in Practice""DENT Network Operating System in Practice" presents a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of DENT NOS, an innovative open-source network operating system designed for the modern edge and enterprise environment. The book begins by unpacking the origins and core philosophies that shape DENT, providing readers with a thorough understanding of its modular architecture, key technologies—including Linux, Switchdev, and SAI—and its uniqu...

"Architect for AWS Serverless Applications"Unlock the full potential of modern cloud-native design with "Architect for AWS Serverless Applications," a comprehensive guide for professionals seeking mastery over the AWS serverless ecosystem. Blending foundational concepts with advanced application patterns, this book delves into the core principles that distinguish serverless paradigms—covering not just the functional and economic motivators, but also the architectures and use cases ...

"Semgrep in Practice""Semgrep in Practice" is a comprehensive guide to mastering the use of Semgrep, an advanced static application security testing (SAST) tool renowned for its powerful pattern-matching capabilities and developer-friendly workflows. Beginning with a thorough exploration of Semgrep’s core architecture, parsing mechanisms, and pattern syntax, this book equips readers with the foundational knowledge needed to author effective rules, understand the engine’s inner work...