Offrant un exposé complet de l’interprétation transactionnelle (TI) de la mécanique quantique, ce livre éclaire sous un nouveau jour des problèmes de longue date en théorie quantique, tels que la signification physique de la « Règle de Born » pour les probabilités des résultats de mesure, et démontre la capacité de TI à résoudre le problème de la mesure en mécanique quantique. Il fournit des réfutations robustes aux diverses objections et contestations à TI, comme le défi d’incohérence de Maudlin, et étend explicitement TI dans le domaine relativiste, apportant un nouvel éclairage sur la compatibilité fondamentale de TI avec la théorie de la relativité et la signification des « particules virtuelles ». Il innove dans les approches d’interprétation de la théorie quantique et présente une nouvelle image ontologique convaincante de la réalité quantique. 
Cet ouvrage est destiné aux chercheurs et étudiants intéressés par la philosophie de la physique et l’interprétation de la mécanique quantique.

« L’interprétation transactionnelle de la mécanique quantique repose sur la profonde intuition que la théorie quantique peut être considérée comme décrivant un monde de possibilités qui se trouve sous notre monde ordinaire ressenti comme réel. » Professeur George Ellis, Université du Cap
« Ce livre offre une description précise du problème d’interprétation en mécanique quantique et un argument convaincant selon lequel l’interprétation transactionnelle relativiste en est la solution. » Dr. Dean S. Hartley III, Hartley Consulting, Oak Ridge

C’est une révolution. Les intelligences artificielles se sont imposées dans tous les domaines de nos existences et n’en sortiront plus. Championnes d’échecs et de go, auxiliaires médicales, industrielles ou domestiques, assistantes intuitives, elles gagnent chaque jour en complexité et nous offrent des perspectives spectaculaires.
Comment sont-elles conçues et comment fonctionnent-elles ? Leur potentiel est-il illimité ? Pouvons-nous leur faire confiance ? Dans cet ouvrage, trois spécialistes vous proposent une synthèse scientifique
accessible à tous, novices ou initiés, curieux de comprendre l’état actuel et les développements futurs des IA.
Découvrez les méthodes utilisées en IA, les principes de l’apprentissage machine et les modèles probabilistes, neuronaux et génératifs, abordés de manière ambitieuse et imagée.
Explorez les domaines d’application des IA avec des exemples concrets de leur utilisation, notamment pour la santé, la vision par ordinateur,
la robotique, la parole et la langue écrite.
Saisissez les enjeux associés aux IA, leurs perspectives et leurs limites, les questions éthiques, sociales et juridiques qu’elles soulèvent, ou encore leurs impacts économiques et politiques.
Lisez ce livre et pénétrez l’univers fascinant des IA comme elles ont
conquis le nôtre.

Depuis leurs origines, villes et agricultures évoluent en étroite interdépendance, façonnant leurs formes et leurs fonctions, et révélant une histoire commune. Cet ouvrage propose d’explorer les relations entre ville, architecture et agriculture depuis le Moyen Âge jusqu’à la fin du XX^e siècle. Il s’appuie sur l’étude des multiples interactions entre villes et campagnes, ainsi que des différentes typologies d’espaces cultivés en milieu urbain. Il met en lumière les grandes transformations et les évolutions majeures de ces relations, qu’elles soient alimentaires, sociales, économiques ou environnementales. Ce livre invite également le lecteur à une immersion sensible dans les ambiances urbaines à travers les siècles. En adoptant cette perspective historique, l’ouvrage apporte une profondeur spatiale et temporelle à ce que l’on nomme aujourd’hui les « agricultures urbaines ». Il vise à nourrir la réflexion des chercheurs, des praticiens, des étudiants et des lecteurs intéressés par ce sujet sur la nécessité de renouer des liens solides entre les villes et leurs agricultures de proximité. Cet éclairage sur les permanences et les mutations historiques des pratiques agricoles intra et périurbaines constitue un appui essentiel pour inspirer et transformer nos territoires urbains contemporains.

Sous la forme d’un périple en 30 étapes, cet ouvrage parcourt l’Hexagone et la Corse à la rencontre des insectes qui y vivent. De la spectaculaire isabelle des pinèdes alpines au criquet endémique de la steppe de Crau, en passant par les bourdons, les fourmis rousses ou encore la grande cétoine bleue, il nous fait traverser divers environnements : pâturage, tourbière, cultures et forêts, garrigue…, mais aussi villes et habitats humains.

Chaque portrait croisé d’un insecte et d’un milieu aborde une actualité écologique. La présence ou le recul d’un insecte dans les écosystèmes peut donner des informations sur leur état de santé. Pourquoi y a-t-il des proliférations ou, au contraire, quelles pressions mettent certains insectes en danger ? Quelles sont les incidences des insectes sur les paysages ? Où trouver refuge pour ne pas s’éteindre ? Comment une espèce peut-elle tirer parti des incendies ?

Ce livre est une invitation à découvrir des insectes emblématiques, rares ou fréquents de nos régions. En route pour ce tour de France naturaliste !

• Quels sont les usages interdits pour une IA ?
• Propriété intellectuelle : quelles précautions prendre lors de la conception de l’IA, quels droits sur les résultats ?
• Comment respecter les droits sur les données collectées pour l’entraînement ?
• Comment concilier IA et RGPD ?
• Peut-on utiliser la voix ou l’image d’une personne vivante, ou les cloner par IA générative ?
• Comment le droit du travail encadre-t-il l’introduction de l’IA dans l’entreprise ?

La conception et l’utilisation de l’IA sont désormais encadrées par un règlement européen, et la responsabilité du concepteur et de l’utilisateur en cas de préjudice se précise au fil des jurisprudences.

Sous forme de questions / réponses et agrémenté de nombreux exemples, le présent ouvrage clarifie les multiples points qui touchent les utilisateurs de l’IA à titre personnel ou professionnel, et indique les précautions juridiques à prendre pour éviter les mauvaises surprises.

Dans la chaîne alimentaire marine, l’orque occupe le sommet de la pyramide. Faussement assimilée à une baleine tueuse, elle a longtemps été réduite à un prédateur redoutable. Cette réputation est confortée par les nombreuses interactions d’orques avec des bateaux qui ont lieu dans le détroit de Gibraltar depuis 2020, provoquant une véritable « orcinophobie ».

Pourtant, les comportements des épaulards en milieu naturel et leur écologie restent largement méconnus du grand public. Dotés d’une énorme capacité d’apprentissage, les orques vivent en groupes familiaux très structurés et présentent des comportements culturels diversifiés (communication, techniques de chasse, jeux…). Par ailleurs, si l’espèce n’est pas globalement menacée, les changements environnementaux mettent certaines populations en danger.

Synthétisant les connaissances actuelles sur les orques, ce livre offre un éclairage critique sur les fausses idées attachées à ces animaux, et invite à découvrir leur monde grâce à des photos immersives et captivantes.

Depuis plus de 20 ans, le bien-être animal s’impose comme un enjeu sociétal majeur. Plus de 90 % des Français estiment qu’il devrait être mieux protégé pour les animaux d’élevage (Eurobarometre 2023). Au cours de cette même période, des avancées majeures ont été réalisées : la définition du bien-être a été recentrée sur l’individu et ses états mentaux positifs, les outils d’évaluation du bien-être en élevage ont été affinés, et de nombreuses pratiques d’élevage ont été améliorées.

Cet ouvrage replace ces progrès dans leur contexte scientifique et politique avant d’aborder des thématiques clés : l’évaluation des états mentaux, front de science au cœur des recherches internationales ; l’enrichissement du milieu de vie en prenant l’exemple des poissons, encore peu étudiés sous l’angle de leurs expressions émotionnelles ; et la compréhension et la prise en charge de la douleur animale. Sont également présentées des innovations techniques - avec le développement de capteurs et d’outils numériques pour aider à l’évaluation du bien-être des animaux, et méthodologiques – avec l’utilisation des sciences participatives. Enfin, deux contributions invitent à considérer le bien-être animal comme un élément de la multi-performance des systèmes d’élevage, et comme un élément d’une vision élargie du bien-être au sein du One Welfare intégrant celui des éleveurs.

Cet ouvrage propose ainsi une vision originale et pluridisciplinaire du bien-être des animaux d’élevage, à destination des professionnels, des enseignants, des étudiants, des chercheurs et de tous ceux qui s’engagent pour un élevage durable et respectueux des animaux.

Master modern React application architecture patterns and principles for building scalable, maintainable production apps and learn best practices in project structure, component design, state management, testing strategies, and more.

Key Features

• Master React architecture patterns and design principles for building maintainable, scalable frontend applications
• Develop production-ready React applications using proven methodologies from planning to production deployment
• Learn to make informed technology decisions and design scalable frontend systems that evolve with your needs

Book Description

What you will learn

• Design scalable React architecture that grows with your application
• Apply different rendering strategies such as SSR, CSR, pre-rendering, and hybrid rendering
• Build a robust type-safe API layer and use the right state management approach
• Implement techniques to improve performance with component architecture, code splitting, debouncing
• Build maintainable component systems and accessible, internationalized UIs
• Implement comprehensive testing strategies and learn to secure your app
• Use AI-assisted workflows to enforce architecture and improve your workflow

Who this book is for

This book is for intermediate-level web developers who already have a solid understanding of JavaScript, React, and web development in general and want to build large-scale modern React applications effectively. Some TypeScript experience, along with JavaScript and React, will be beneficial.

Née en Europe au XVI^e siècle, la science moderne est l’héritière des traditions savantes de l’Ancien Monde. Son essor est étroitement lié aux grandes mutations de l’époque moderne  : développement des échanges et découverte du Nouveau Monde, divisions confessionnelles, formation des États modernes, émergence de nouvelles techniques...
S’appuyant sur les travaux les plus récents en histoire des sciences, ce livre explore les différentes facettes de cette histoire. Il retrace l’exploration du monde à la Renaissance, analyse ce qu’il est convenu d’appeler parfois la révolution scientifique, de Copernic à Newton, et décrit la place centrale occupée par les sciences dans le mouvement des Lumières. Il montre comment la science moderne a accompagné pendant trois siècles le processus de sécularisation qui caractérise la modernité.

Ce collectif propose 25 anecdotes qui nous font voyager à travers des triangles rectangles et des cordes vibrantes, des expériences de laboratoire et des récits de terrain, des idées qui ont changé le monde et d’autres qui continuent de l’interroger. Un voyage où l’on croise Ératosthène, Pythagore et Darwin, mais aussi des chercheurs d’aujourd’hui, des enseignants passionnés, des voix multiples. Derrière chaque anecdote se cache une invitation à regarder autrement, à s’étonner encore, et à se rappeler que les sciences et les mathématiques ne sont pas seulement des outils, mais aussi des sources inépuisables de sens et de beauté.

Ce livre est un outil indispensable pour tous ceux qui rêvent d’aviation. Que vous soyez élève, étudiant, enseignant ou simplement passionné d’aéronautique, ce livre est conçu pour vous accompagner dans la préparation du BIA (Brevet d’Initiation à l’Aéronautique).

Au programme :

• Météorologie.
• Connaissance des aéronefs.
• Aérodynamique et mécanique du vol.
• Navigation, sécurité et réglementation.
• Histoire de l’aviation et de l’espace.

Grâce à des fiches synthétiques et complètes, ce manuel vous permet de progresser à votre rythme et de consolider vos acquis.

Vous trouverez également un examen blanc (et son corrigé) afin de vous préparer dans les mêmes conditions que l’examen réel.

Que vous visiez l’initiation ou l’enseignement, cet ouvrage vous guidera jusqu’à la réussite.

Explore the design of a RISC-V DSP processor using the SpringCore architecture, covering pipeline design, DSP acceleration, LLVM toolchain support, debugging with OpenOCD, and integration into a real SoC

Key Features

• Explore the SpringCore RISC-V DSP architecture and its custom ISA extensions
• Understand an 8-stage pipelined processor with Harvard memory and interrupt handling
• Examine the software ecosystem, including LLVM, Eclipse IDE, and OpenOCD debugging

Book Description

What you will learn

• Understand DSP design principles and the RISC-V architecture
• Design custom ISA extensions for DSP acceleration
• Build an 8-stage pipelined RISC-V processor
• Implement high-performance MAC and multiplier units
• Design Harvard memory systems with protection mechanisms
• Optimize interrupt handling for real-time control
• Extend the LLVM backend for the SpringCore processor
• Develop software using the Eclipse IDE and OpenOCD debugging

Who this book is for

This book is for computer architects, embedded systems engineers, DSP engineers, and RTL/FPGA designers interested in RISC-V processor implementation. It is also suitable for graduate students and researchers in computer architecture, VLSI, and SoC design who want to explore the SpringCore DSP architecture and its implementation. Familiarity with digital logic and processor architecture will help readers get the most from this book.

Create original 3D games by combining Blender 5's modeling tools with Unity 6's real-time engine in a streamlined, procedural workflow Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Integrate Blender 5 and Unity 6 for seamless 3D game development
• Use procedural geometry, asset linking, and automation tools
• Automate asset export and scene updates with Python

Book Description

What you will learn

• Create and modify assets seamlessly with Blender
• Share non-mesh information like animation and transforms
• Use the Asset Browser and the .fbx pipeline for fast exchange
• Use Geometry Nodes and modifiers to create procedural models
• Implement export routines with Python
• Refine drafted scenes with Blender

Who this book is for

This book is ideal for solo developers, technical artists, and small studios who want to unify their creative and technical workflows using Blender and Unity. Whether you’re a Unity user looking to move away from costly 3D tools or a Blender artist eager to bring your creations to life through gameplay, this book will walk you through every step of the production pipeline. Production managers and visual artists interested in migrating their pipeline to Blender/Unity would also benefit.

Master Swift programming from setup to advanced app development. Learn syntax, functions, control flow, error handling, and concurrency to build real-world iOS applications with Swift.

Key Features

• Step-by-step guidance on setting up and using the Swift development environment.
• Practical examples of programming concepts, including functions, optionals, and closures.
• Advanced techniques for concurrency, error handling, and working with Swift modules.

Book Description

What you will learn

• Set up the Swift development environment for iOS development
• Understand Swift syntax and data types, including variables and constants
• Master control flow, loops, and conditional statements in Swift
• Learn to write and call functions, including closures and nested functions
• Work with optionals and handle errors effectively
• Develop advanced concepts like structs, classes, and protocols

Who this book is for

This book is ideal for aspiring iOS developers, programming enthusiasts, and anyone looking to learn Swift from the ground up. It is suitable for beginners who are new to programming, as well as developers with experience in other languages like Python or Java. A basic understanding of programming concepts will help, but no prior Swift knowledge is required. The book is designed to guide readers through every concept with hands-on examples and practical advice.

Crises climatiques, tensions économiques, transformations sociales, innovations technologiques : l’agriculture française est à un tournant décisif de son histoire. Pour éclairer ces bouleversements, l’ouvrage réunit des contributions d’experts reconnus, chercheurs, praticiens et observateurs de premier plan, issus de disciplines complémentaires telles que l’économie, l’agronomie, la sociologie, l’écologie ou encore les sciences et technologies. Structuré autour de grands enjeux — l’économie, la technique, la sociologie, l’environnement, la sécurité sanitaire et les nouvelles technologies — l’ouvrage donne la parole à des chercheurs, praticiens et observateurs du monde agricole. Ensemble, ils dressent un état des lieux rigoureux et accessible des transformations en cours, tout en explorant des pistes concrètes pour construire des systèmes agricoles plus robustes et durables. Au fil des contributions, le lecteur trouvera : • des clés de compréhension pour décrypter les crises agricoles actuelles ; • des analyses approfondies sur l’évolution des filières, des marchés et des politiques agricoles ; • des exemples de pratiques innovantes à l’œuvre sur le terrain ; • des éléments de réflexion pour penser l’avenir de l’agriculture à l’échelle des exploitations, des territoires et de la société. Par la diversité des regards mobilisés et la qualité scientifique de ses contributions, cet ouvrage s’impose comme une référence incontournable pour les professionnels du monde agricole, les décideurs publics et privés, les enseignants et étudiants, ainsi que pour toutes celles et ceux qui souhaitent comprendre les enjeux agricoles contemporains et les solutions qui se dessinent pour le XXIe siècle.

Description
LLMs and GenAI are paving the way for almost all modern applications and transforming all organizations by providing automation, natural language processing, and tailored user experiences. However, these rapid technological advancements come with a unique set of security, privacy, and ethical challenges that require all parties involved to take appropriate measures.

This book will offer a comprehensive guide to security of AI-integrated applications, providing readers with knowledge of the principles of AI application security with practical and actionable insights, and enabling them to identify threats, understand risks, utilize different testing methods, and integrate security best practices at each stage throughout the software development lifecycle.

By the end of this book, the readers will have a holistic perspective of all the critical areas of AI-based applications security. This deep understanding will help readers make secure choices for AI developments/integrations, assess vulnerabilities, develop mitigation techniques, and incorporate privacy and ethical AI practices. The readers can create safe, compliant, and responsible AI applications.

Prenez les commandes de votre exploitation avec clarté, méthode et confiance. Vous êtes agriculteur, viticulteur, chef d’entreprise... parfois tout à la fois, souvent dans l’urgence, toujours dans l’action. Ce livre a été conçu pour vous. Fruit du travail collectif de douze cabinets d’expertise comptable spécialisés en agriculture –réunis au sein d’AGIRAGRI–, cet ouvrage vous accompagne pas à pas dans la compréhension et la maîtrise des grands sujets de gestion de votre exploitation. Ici, pas de jargon, pas de discours réservés aux initiés : des fiches claires, illustrées d’exemples concrets, des conseils pratiques et des encadrés «Ce que vous devez retenir! » pour aller à l’essentiel. Véritable carnet de vol, il vous aidera à mieux dialoguer avec vos partenaires (conseillers, banquiers, comptables), à préparer vos décisions et à structurer votre vision d’entreprise. Parce que gérer, ce n’est pas tout prévoir, mais savoir s’adapter et décider avec les bons repères, ce livre est pensé comme un outil vivant, accessible et immédiatement utile. Un compagnon de route dans le cockpit de votre activité, pour que vous puissiez vraiment dire : moi, agriculteur, je pilote !

Description
Modern frontend development is the art of building the digital bridge between users and technology, and mastering it requires more than just code. It requires not only technical expertise in UI/UX principles and web technologies, but a deep understanding of the psychological mechanisms that determine whether users engage with or leave the screens we build.

This book bridges the gap between design and development through a structured approach. Readers will explore the psychology that governs human perception, understanding the cognitive mechanisms behind user engagement. It covers UI/UX principles, design fundamentals, and accessibility standards, equipping readers to craft intuitive and engaging user experiences grounded in psychological insight. It will build a solid foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, enabling you to create responsive, dynamic web applications. It covers the essential building blocks of modern web development and helps implement contemporary JavaScript techniques. The final section addresses concrete implementation with the most popular frontend frameworks, Blazor, React, and Angular.

By the end of this book, readers will be equipped to build interactive, scalable, and user-friendly web experiences that stand out in today's competitive digital landscape, combining psychological understanding with technical proficiency.

L’IA des champs n’est ni un traité technique, ni un simple plaidoyer pour la modernisation agricole. C’est un manifeste sensible, ancré et pluriel pour une IA qui s’accorde au rythme du vivant, au bon sens des paysans et à la richesse des savoirs partagés. Face à des technologies conçues trop souvent loin des réalités rurales, ce livre ouvre une autre voie : celle d’une IA qui écoute autant qu’elle calcule, qui relie les voix du terrain à celles des chercheurs, des développeurs, des enseignants, des citoyens. Trois auteurs – une communicante enracinée dans les territoires viticoles, un ingénieur engagé pour des outils numériques ouverts, un agriculteur-passeur entre génération – conjuguent leurs expériences pour tracer des sillons de réflexion et d’action. Ce livre se lit, mais il se prolonge aussi en dialogue. Avec son agent conversationnel intégré, il vous invite à poser vos questions, prolonger les idées, semer les vôtres.

Move from experimentation to real-world deployment with LLM and agentic applications powered by prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and evaluation. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Design LLM apps by combining prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and agents
• Evaluate reliability, quality, and safety across real-world AI workflows
• Build production-ready generative AI systems with practical trade-offs
• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

What you will learn

• Understand LLMs, transformers, embeddings, and inference
• Apply prompt engineering for reliable model behavior
• Build RAG pipelines that improve grounding and accuracy
• Choose between prompting, RAG, and fine-tuning wisely
• Solve NLP tasks from summarization to information extraction
• Design AI agents with tools, memory, and planning
• Evaluate agents and LLM apps with practical metrics
• Deploy robust, scalable, and responsible AI systems

Who this book is for

This book is for AI Engineers, data scientists, software engineers, applied AI practitioners, technical leads, and engineering-focused product managers who want to build production-ready applications with LLMs and AI agents. It suits readers moving from traditional software development or classical machine learning into generative AI systems. You should be comfortable with programming in Python or a similar language and understand core software engineering concepts such as APIs, data structures, and integration. Prior deep learning or LLM training experience is not required.

Description
As systems grow in complexity and scale, performance engineering has become a specialized discipline rather than an afterthought. Linux remains the execution environment for most performance-critical workloads, making a deep understanding of its internals, metrics, and behavior essential for performance specialists.

This book delivers a systematic approach to Linux performance engineering, combining theory with practical analysis. It covers core performance metrics, kernel evolution, and formal methodologies for measurement and diagnosis. It explores advanced use of Linux performance tools, workload analysis techniques, queueing models, and bottleneck theory, along with real-world considerations for tuning and optimization across CPU, memory, storage, and networking subsystems.

After completing this book, performance specialists will be able to conduct rigorous performance investigations, explain system behavior with clarity, and apply targeted optimizations backed by data. They will be prepared to analyze complex Linux systems, defend performance decisions, and drive measurable improvements in system efficiency and scalability. You will also possess the practical skills to optimize any Linux environment, from physical servers to cloud-native containers.

La méthode de Monte-Carlo, par sa capacité à permettre de simuler avec « exactitude » les phénomènes physiques, s’impose comme un outil privilégié pour suivre et analyser le comportement d’une population de particules cheminant dans la matière. Son intérêt ne cesse de croître grâce aux ressources de calcul toujours plus puissantes des ordinateurs et des supercalculateurs, ce qui en fait une approche désormais incontournable, aussi bien dans la recherche que dans les secteurs économique et industriel.
L’ouvrage « Simulation de la propagation de particules par la méthode de Monte-Carlo » a pour ambition d’accompagner le lecteur dans la mise en oeuvre concrète de cette méthode. Il en expose les fondements mathématiques essentiels et montre comment ceux-ci sont appliqués pour traiter l’équation de Boltzmann linéaire — ou équation de transport — qui décrit la propagation des neutrons ou des photons dans un milieu physique.
Cinq problématiques majeures de la simulation du transport des particules neutres par la méthode de Monte-Carlo y sont en particulier abordées, à travers des exemples concrets et selon une double approche analytique et numérique : la simulation naturelle (ou analogue) en régime stationnaire, les techniques d’accélération (ou de réduction de variance), la résolution du problème critique (problème à valeur propre), le transport adjoint, la propagation d’incertitudes.
Cet exposé pédagogique, enrichi d’un bref historique de la méthode de Monte-Carlo, d’une présentation plus générale de son formalisme et d’une bibliographie thématique reflétant les avancées actuelles de la R&D afférente, s’adresse aussi bien aux débutants souhaitant découvrir le « Monte-Carlo » qu’aux utilisateurs de codes de transport Monte-Carlo désirant en revisiter certains de ses aspects.

Unlock the full potential of Google Analytics 4 with step-by-step guidance on setting up tracking, analyzing user data, and integrating advanced tools to enhance your digital marketing insights.

Key Features

• Detailed guidance on setting up and structuring GA4 accounts and data streams
• Insights into using custom events and advanced reporting tools like BigQuery
• Step-by-step troubleshooting tips to ensure data accuracy and compliance

Book Description

What you will learn

• Set up Google Analytics 4 accounts, properties, and data streams
• Implement Google Tag Manager and Consent Mode for tracking
• Create and edit custom events and conversions
• Understand AI integration in web analytics
• Analyze user data across multiple platforms
• Use BigQuery and Looker Studio for in-depth analysis

Who this book is for

This book is perfect for digital marketers, analysts, and developers eager to master Google Analytics 4. While no prior GA4 experience is required, familiarity with analytics concepts, web development, and privacy laws will help. It's designed to equip professionals with practical skills to optimize their web and app tracking.

Description
Data science is one of the fastest-growing fields in technology today, powering decisions across industries through data-driven insights, machine learning, and advanced analytics.

The book journeys from the fundamentals of data science to the advanced concepts and applications in the present-day computer vision techniques and data analysis. It covers the full data science pipeline, beginning with core fundamentals, ethics, and the analytics lifecycle, moving through data preprocessing, visualization, and a strong statistical foundation covering probability theory, Bayesian inference, and Monte Carlo simulation. This second edition expands on the first with two dedicated machine learning and deep learning chapters, adding AutoML, reinforcement learning, graph neural networks, transformer networks, and hybrid big data processing architectures.

By the end of this book, readers will emerge as competent data practitioners equipped with a thorough understanding of data science concepts. They will have gained the technical proficiency to use modern tools such as Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and data visualization tools, along with the analytical skills required for business problem-solving and data-driven decision-making across diverse real-world domains.

What you will learn
? Comprehensive understanding of the data science lifecycle and core tools.
? Building supervised, unsupervised, and semi-supervised learning models in Python.
? Performing time series analysis using ANN, SVM, and stochastic models.
? Developing deep learning models using CNN, RNN, and encoder-decoder networks.
? In this 2nd edition, explore AutoML, Transformers, and expanded deep learning.
? Conducting social media analytics through text mining and trend detection.
? Applying business analytics, financial modelling, and fraud detection strategies.
? Working with Hadoop ecosystem tools for scalable big data analytics.

Who this book is for
This book is designed for students, researchers, data analysts, and professionals such as software engineers, business analysts, and aspiring data scientists who seek a strong foundation in data science. It also serves educators and industry practitioners aiming to apply analytical and machine learning techniques to real-world challenges.

Table of Contents
1. Fundamentals of Data Science
2. Data Preprocessing
3. Data Plotting and Visualization
4. Statistical Data Analysis
5. Advanced and Computational Statistical Analysis Techniques
6. Machine Learning for Data Science
7. Advanced Machine Learning for Data Science
8. Time-series Analysis
9. Deep Learning for Data Science
10. Advanced Architectures in Deep Learning for Data Science
11. Social Media Analytics
12. Business Analytics
13. Big Data Analytics

L’ouvrage se veut une aide, avant tout pratique, pour tous ceux qui envisagent de devenir concepteur d’installations frigorifiques.

Dans un souci de clarté et d’enchaînement rationnel, après un bref rappel des bases de thermodynamique et de mécanique des fluides, il développe l’étude théorique des principaux types d’installations aujourd’hui utilisés. Le livre détaille d’abord le fonctionnement des quatre appareils principaux. Puis il traite des machines classiques à compression mécanique avec une progression constante dans la complexité, depuis l’installation à un étage de compression et un étage de température jusqu’à la machine transcritique au CO2 en passant par les centrales frigorifiques, la recirculation et les cascades.

Ces études théoriques sont accompagnées de cas concrets de conception avec le détail et le fonctionnement de la régulation possible ainsi que de la sélection du matériel adéquat.

Il met en avant l’utilisation de progiciels mis à disposition gratuitement par les fabricants et les distributeurs de matériel frigorifique en détaillant les données à fournir pour obtenir les bons résultats.

Learn Clean Architecture as a set of organizing principles, not just code templates. This book shows how to design scalable, testable .NET apps using modern patterns, DDD, CQRS, and secure Azure integration. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Architect robust .NET apps with domain-driven, testable Clean Architecture
• Integrate Azure External ID and Key Vault with real-world cases
• Apply MediatR, CQRS, and modern .NET practices to streamline architecture
• Implement persistence with EF Core using a code-first approach and Clean Architecture boundaries
• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

What you will learn

• Design scalable .NET applications with Clean Architecture principles
• Structure core logic using use cases, CQRS, and domain modeling
• Integrate Azure External ID, Key Vault, and secure service configurations
• Use EF Core with a code-first approach to manage database schemas and persistence
• Apply MediatR and FluentValidation for streamlined workflows
• Build rich UIs using Blazor Server and MudBlazor
• Build scalable multi-host applications with structured, transparent service composition
• Reduce architectural boilerplate while maintaining structure

Who this book is for

.NET developers, software engineers, and solution architects who want to build applications that are easier to understand, test, and evolve over time. This book is a good fit if you’re already familiar with C# and .NET, and want a clearer, more practical way to structure real-world applications using Clean Architecture. Basic knowledge of web development and Azure will help you follow along.

Silencieux, méconnus, presqu'invisibles… et pourtant essentiels. En un siècle et demi, les vers de terre sont passés du statut de nuisibles à celui d’alliés de l’agriculture durable et des jardins. Loin d’être un détail naturaliste, la diversité de ces êtres constitue la clé pour comprendre les multiples services qu’ils rendent aux écosystèmes : aération des sols, infiltration de l’eau, recyclage de la matière organique, stimulation de la vie microbienne…

Que mangent-ils ? Sont-ils vraiment capables de creuser jusqu’à 10 mètres sous terre ? Comment les identifier ? Ce livre invite à affiner notre regard sur ces habitants du sol et dévoile les aspects souvent ignorés de leur biologie et de leur écologie afin de mieux les connaître et les préserver. Il propose également une nouvelle manière de les classer en se fondant sur leurs effets directs sur le sol, qui est la fois habitat, source de nourriture et lieu de déplacement. 

Cet ouvrage s’adresse à toutes celles et ceux qui cherchent à mieux connaître ces animaux et veulent comprendre pourquoi ils pourraient bien jouer un rôle majeur dans la durabilité de notre alimentation. 

Lire la préface de Marc-André Sélosse, Professeur du Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle et à l’Institut Universitaire de France

Gain an up-to-date, practical understanding of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and learn how to run it reliably in real environments with this expert-led practitioner's guide. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Key Features

• Understand and compare Defender endpoint security capabilities on all supported operating systems
• Learn how to deal with complex deployment and configuration scenarios
• Find new ways of tuning the product to your specific environment
• Set yourself up for success by preparing for incidents with recommendations from seasoned professionals

Book Description

What you will learn

• Explore the current Defender for Endpoint architecture and capabilities
• Clarify how next-gen protection, ASR, and EDR work together
• Prepare a deployment plan that fits your estate, risk, and existing tools
• Roll out Defender for Endpoint to production in staged, testable phases
• Protect mobile devices using Defender for Endpoint and MTD
• Tune alerts, exclusions, and policies for different scenarios and assets
• Support SecOps investigations using incidents, hunting, and device data
• Diagnose common health, connectivity, and performance issues in live estates

Who this book is for

This book is for cybersecurity professionals, security engineers, incident responders, endpoint administrators, and IT pros who are responsible for planning, deploying, or operating Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. It assumes a basic understanding of systems management, endpoint security, security baselines, and networking. Returning readers get updated, real-world guidance plus new coverage of mobile devices, production rollouts, and tuning. New readers get a structured introduction from core concepts to deployment, operations, and troubleshooting.

Build practical C# and .NET 10 projects - from games and web apps to AI chatbots and machine learning tools - while learning modern patterns, libraries, and workflows. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Learn by building practical .NET applications for real-world use
• Develop cross-platform apps, games, web APIs, and AI integrations
• Master new C# and .NET features through creative, hands-on projects

Book Description

What you will learn

• Build an adventure game console app with Spectre.Console
• Create infinite world simulations using procedural generation
• Build RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework
• Design a cross-platform chatbot using Uno Platform
• Use object-oriented programming and unit tests to recreate the Enigma machine
• Develop browser-based apps with Blazor and JavaScript interop
• Train and use ML.NET models in your own applications
• Explore game development with MonoGame and .NET

Who this book is for

C# developers eager to deepen their practical knowledge of .NET by building meaningful and creative projects. Suitable for professionals and hobbyists alike, this book is ideal for those who enjoy learning through experimentation. Readers should have a basic understanding of C# and familiarity with the .NET ecosystem.

Learn how to apply proven software design patterns to build scalable and maintainable systems, from object-oriented principles to microservices and cloud solutions.

Key Features

• In-depth exploration of design patterns and their real-world applications
• Clear explanation of architectural styles and principles for robust systems
• Practical insights into microservices, cloud development, and system resilience

Book Description

What you will learn

• Identify core design patterns for software development
• Understand key software architecture styles
• Learn object-oriented design principles
• Master design patterns like Factory Method and Singleton
• Implement architectural patterns in cloud systems
• Apply best practices in clean code

Who this book is for

This book is intended for software developers and architects with a foundational knowledge of programming. It’s perfect for professionals eager to enhance their skills in software design and architecture. While familiarity with object-oriented programming is helpful, it is not mandatory. Ideal for those working with microservices or cloud-based systems.

The cybersecurity architect is not just a technician — they are a tactician in the ever-present war in cyberspace. The Cybersecurity Architect's Handbook, 2nd Edition takes you from foundational security principles through Zero Trust, AI security, cloud-native architecture, and critical infrastructure protection, blending hands-on technical expertise with the strategic wisdom of The Art of War. Design it. Build it. Defend it.

Key Features

• Covers modern cybersecurity foundations from CIA triad to threat modeling and secure development
• Provides industry-specific architecture patterns for AI, finance, healthcare, cloud, critical infrastructure
• Career pathways from entry-level to cybersecurity architect, with certs, tools, and adaptability

Book Description

What you will learn

• Hands-on labs and scenario exercises covering access, crypto, and BCP/DR
• Implement Zero Trust with identity controls, micro-segmentation, and migration
• Learn cybersecurity architecture principles and design through lifecycle scenarios
• Rationalize tools by streamlining your toolkit and aligning with business
• Address architecture challenges by mitigating threats and adapting strategies
• Design security architectures for AI, finance (PCI, GLBA, SOX), HIPAA, cloud, ICS/SCADA
• Use Sun Tzu's strategies to become a tactician and leader in cybersecurity

Who this book is for

This book is for aspiring cybersecurity architects who want foundational knowledge and a roadmap to think and operate as architects. It’s also suited for practicing security professionals seeking to move from tactical, tool-focused work to strategic architectural thinking and decision-making. It will benefit current cybersecurity and solution architects aiming to expand expertise in AI security and Zero Trust while strengthening transferable frameworks. Technology leaders or IT managers who want to align security strategy with business objectives and governance will find this book essential.

Description
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) has emerged as a premier leader in cloud analytics, making data engineering skills more critical than ever for modern business success. The current evolution of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and agentic AI has created a significant demand in the data engineering discipline since the accuracy and effectiveness of AI output primarily depend on the quality of data. Ensuring high-quality, curated data requires a robust and scalable data engineering platform that can cater to the velocity, veracity, and volume of data.

Google is a pioneer in data engineering solutions, which are provided through its GCP. Many of the Fortune 500 companies leverage GCP’s services for transforming petabytes of data for analytics, AI, and machine learning (ML). This book begins with data engineering essentials like ETL, ELT, and big data roles before moving into GCP environment setup and security. You will learn BigQuery for data warehousing and SQL optimization, followed by real-time ingestion using Pub/Sub, Dataflow, and Datastream. You will learn to integrate machine learning via Vertex AI pipelines. Finally, it will provide the skills to use the processed data for analytics, AI, and ML use cases.

After finishing this book, you will possess the technical competence to design, build, and monitor professional-grade data solutions on Google Cloud. You will be ready to tackle real-world challenges, from automating complex workflows to leveraging AI for predictive analytics in any enterprise environment.

Description
Agentic AI represents a paradigm shift in artificial intelligence, moving beyond simple chatbots to autonomous systems that can reason, plan, and execute complex tasks with minimal human intervention. As organizations race to harness this transformative technology, the demand for practical guidance on building production-ready AI agents has never been greater.

This comprehensive guide takes you through the complete journey of agentic AI development. Beginning with foundational concepts and theoretical frameworks, you will explore how large language models serve as cognitive cores for intelligent agents. The book covers essential design patterns, tool integration, and memory systems before diving into engineering practices, including development lifecycle, performance optimization, testing, and observability. You will learn deployment strategies, security considerations, and ethical frameworks essential for responsible AI development. The final chapters showcase real-world enterprise and consumer applications and predict the future evolution of the technology and its use cases.

By the end of this book, you will possess the skills to architect, build, deploy, and maintain sophisticated agentic AI systems. Whether you are developing internal enterprise tools or customer-facing AI products, this guide provides the practical knowledge needed to bring autonomous AI agents from concept to production.

Dans un secteur agricole en profonde mutation, les contrats sont devenus des outils essentiels pour sécuriser les activités, structurer les relations professionnelles et accompagner les nouvelles formes de production et de valorisation. Méthanisation, agrivoltaïsme, obligations environnementales, coopération, transmission ou commercialisation : cette 4e édition, entièrement revue et enrichie, intègre les évolutions récentes du droit et les nouveaux contrats liés à la transformation du secteur agricole. Clair et directement opérationnel, cet ouvrage présente les principaux contrats utilisés en agriculture, en détaillant pour chacun : le cadre juridique applicable, les droits et obligations des parties, les points de vigilance, les conséquences pratiques et fiscales, ainsi que des propositions de rédaction. Véritable guide de référence, ce livre s’adresse aux agriculteurs, conseillers, juristes, étudiants et à tous les professionnels du monde agricole souhaitant comprendre, sécuriser et maîtriser les contrats indispensables à leur activité.

Get started with building your first games on the Roblox platform Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Begin coding in Luau: build player avatars, battlefields, game physics, countdown timers, and more
• Learn tips, tricks, best practices, and advanced Roblox coding techniques to create 3D games
• Join the Discord server to discuss queries, provide solutions, and ask Zander for advice on your games

Book Description

What you will learn

• Learn coding in Luau: basics, game systems, physics manipulation, and more
• Test, evaluate, and redesign to create bug-free and engaging games
• Move from the lobby to the battleground, build avatars, and locate weapons to fight
• Explore character selection, countdown timers, locate escape items, and assign rewards
• Boost your games' performance with AI and analytics
• Master the 3 Ms: mechanics, monetization, marketing
• Discover 50 cool things to do on Roblox

Who this book is for

This book is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to create games on the Roblox platform. Whether you're an aspiring young game creator, a parent or educator guiding a young learner, or an adult hobbyist exploring game development, this guide will walk you through building and sharing Roblox games using Luau and Roblox Studio. The book requires no prior knowledge of game development or programming.

Accusée de contribuer au changement climatique, de gaspiller l’eau et les terres, de nuire à la biodiversité et à la santé humaine, elle est devenue, dans le débat public, l’un des symboles de l’impasse écologique. Mais qu’y a-t-il réellement derrière les chiffres, les mécanismes biologiques et les faits de terrain ? Éleveur, agronome et observateur attentif des systèmes agricoles, Francis Bucaille propose une analyse rigoureuse, documentée et accessible des liens entre élevage, climat et alimentation. En s’appuyant sur les travaux scientifiques (FAO, GIEC, INRAE…), sur des données chiffrées et sur son expérience de praticien, il démonte les idées reçues, met en lumière les biais de calcul et distingue clairement les différents modèles d’élevage. Au fil des chapitres, l’ouvrage explore : le rôle réel des ruminants dans les émissions de gaz à effet de serre, le cycle du carbone et son stockage dans les prairies; l’impact de l’élevage sur les sols, l’eau et la biodiversité, en distinguant systèmes intensifs et systèmes pâturés; les liens entre viande, nutrition et santé, loin des positions caricaturales ; les limites et promesses des alternatives à la viande ; les conditions nécessaires à des systèmes alimentaires à la fois robustes, écologiquement viables et socialement acceptables. Ni plaidoyer idéologique, ni réquisitoire à charge, ce livre invite à une lecture nuancée et systémique de l’élevage. Il esquisse des solutions réalistes, fondées sur la complémentarité des productions, la réduction raisonnée de la consommation et le respect des équilibres du vivant. Un ouvrage indispensable pour tous ceux – citoyens, professionnels, décideurs – qui souhaitent se forger une opinion éclairée sur l’élevage et les choix alimentaires de demain.

Description
Designing scalable software is difficult; it requires significant effort and knowledge to come up with a design solution that is easy to implement, feasible, adheres to the programming principles, and is scalable in nature. Most functional applications today rely on one or more design patterns to accomplish the complex tasks they were built for.

This book explores the fundamentals of software design and examines a set of widely adopted object-oriented design patterns that have shaped modern software development across industries. In this new edition, you will gain access to expanded technical content featuring dedicated chapters on the bridge pattern for separating abstraction from implementation and the filter pattern for modular data handling. This new edition introduces the composite pattern for tree-like hierarchies and pipeline architectures for sequential task decomposition. You will also find deeper insights into resource bandwidth optimization and refined UML diagrams tailored for mid-to-senior level engineers working on scalable, multi-module systems.

By the end of this book, you will learn to implement the design patterns and understand their purpose, benefits, potential drawbacks, and challenges associated with each of them.

Produce, mix, and release high-quality music using modern workflows and real-world techniques in FL Studio 2025 Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Create complete, release-ready tracks using modern FL Studio workflows
• Develop production skills with AI-powered tools for mixing and mastering
• Take your music from idea to distribution with practical release guidance

Book Description

What you will learn

• Set up FL Studio and build an efficient production workflow
• Use the Browser, Channel Rack, Playlist, Piano Roll, and Mixer effectively
• Compose chord progressions in the Piano Roll with AI tools
• Record, edit, and process audio and vocals
• Design customizable instruments and effects
• Mix tracks using compression, EQ, and spatial effects
• Use AI tools for stem extraction, audio cleanup, and mastering
• Release, distribute, and monetize your music

Who this book is for

This book is for aspiring and intermediate music producers, composers, DJs, and audio engineers who want to create, mix, master, and release professional music using FL Studio 2025. Basic computer skills are recommended, but no prior music production experience is required.

Develop actionable strategies to proactively hunt advanced persistent threats and detect zero-days using CTI and behavior-based detection techniques

Key Features

• Intelligence-led threat hunting framework for detecting APTs and zero-day attacks at scale
• Hands-on detection of stealthy adversaries using behavioral analytics and machine learning
• Real-world hunting workflows across cloud, hybrid, and enterprise environments

Book Description

What you will learn

• Build CTI-driven hypotheses for proactive threat hunting
• Detect APT behavior across the Cyber Kill Chain
• Identify zero-day activity using behavioral analytics
• Apply MITRE ATT&CK to map adversary TTPs
• Use machine learning for anomaly-based detection
• Hunt post-exploitation activity and lateral movement
• Investigate threats in cloud and hybrid environments
• Design a scalable, resilient threat hunting program

Who this book is for

This book is tailored for experienced, mid-to-senior level cybersecurity professionals operating in roles focused on proactive defense. The audience includes cyber threat hunters, cybersecurity analysts, cyber intelligence analysts, and incident responders. These profiles are looking to bridge the gap between intelligence production and its actionable application in live hunting operations, and this book will help them to achieve this.

Description
PowerShell has become the most versatile scripting language for automating administrative tasks and managing modern IT environments. PowerShell automation allows repetitive tasks to be automated, reduces errors, and as environments grow bigger and more complex, it becomes the key to keeping control and staying efficient.

This book focuses on how PowerShell really behaves and why scripts sometimes fail in unexpected ways. To understand the nature, the book covers PowerShell scripting fundamentals like objects, the pipeline, variables, and loops before exploring Active Directory and Entra ID management. The readers will learn to automate Azure VMs using PowerShell Desired State Configuration, schedule tasks with Azure Automation Hybrid Workers, and implement remote management via JEA. The advanced modules further focus on .NET libraries, Pester unit testing, debugging, and error handling to ensure your scripts are professional and maintainable.

By the end of the book, the readers will feel confident using PowerShell in daily tasks. Scripts will be easier to understand, safer to run, and easier to maintain. Automation will become reliable instead of risky, and repetitive work can finally be reduced. PowerShell will not only be used, but it will also be understood and appreciated.

“The best developers of the future will have a deep appreciation for the fundamentals that make great software possible, and also deeply enjoy the craft of development. This book, built on Professor Isidro's beliefs of the importance of fundamentals and on having fun developing software, gives you both.” – Bruno Souza Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Build a multithreaded HTTP server and application container using Java sockets
• Understand and replicate the internal mechanics of Tomcat and Jakarta EE, and Spring features
• Develop a modular Java framework with annotation-based routing and dependency injection
• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

What you will learn

• Implement a multithreaded web server using Java sockets
• Decode and construct HTTP requests and responses manually
• Build an application container to serve dynamic Java classes
• Serialize and deserialize JSON data using Jackson
• Structure projects with modular static and dynamic content
• Replicate the internal mechanics of Tomcat, Jakarta EE, and Spring features
• Manage lightweight session handling and routing logic
• Create and deploy a complete custom Java web framework

Who this book is for

Java developers, computer science students, and educators seeking a deep, hands-on understanding of web server internals and application framework design. Prior knowledge of Java and basic networking concepts is recommended.

Build and deploy high-performance deep learning models using C++ for real-time applications where speed and efficiency matter. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*

Key Features

• Build deep learning models in C++ with PyTorch C++ API and CUDA
• Implement CNNs, RNNs, LSTMs, GANs, and Transformers in C++ for real-world applications
• Optimize and deploy machine learning models to production with scalable C++ pipelines

Book Description

What you will learn

• Set up and use CUDA and PyTorch's C++ API for deep learning
• Implement CNNs, RNNs, LSTMs, GANs, Transformers, and LLMs in C++
• Leverage CUDA for high-performance model training
• Perform model compression using quantization, pruning, and distillation
• Deploy and monitor models in production using C++ tools
• Apply explainability techniques such as LIME, SHAP, and Grad-CAM

Who this book is for

This book is for ML engineers, deep learning practitioners, and data scientists with a C++ background who want to build or learn about high-performance deep learning models. It also serves developers transitioning from Python-based frameworks looking for real-time deployment solutions in industries like finance, autonomous systems, and healthcare.

Description
Data engineering fuels the AI revolution by transforming raw information into high-quality insights. This guide navigates the evolution from traditional warehousing to modern lakehouse systems, teaching you to build and safely operate the medallion architecture (bronze, silver, and gold layers) in production.

This book explores the evolution from data warehousing to the rise of data mesh and lakehouse patterns. You will master medallion architecture and data vault for auditable and ROI-driven integration with AWS Step Functions and multi-cloud design across AWS, Azure, and GCP using Kafka, dbt, and Terraform, while implementing the Four-Gate Governance Model for secure operations. You will also implement critical MLOps workflows using AWS SageMaker and DevOps practices with GitHub Actions. The book concludes with expert migration protocols, Z-ordering optimization, and observability techniques to ensure your data platform remains high-performing and cost-effective.

By the end of the book, you will confidently design and operate medallion architecture across cloud environments and implement governance frameworks that satisfy auditors. You will be a competent AI collaboration architect ready to orchestrate complex data lifecycles in the BFSI, healthcare, or retail sectors. You will possess the practical skills to deploy serverless streaming pipelines and maintain rigorous compliance.

Get a big-picture view of modern React and React Native and see how they go hand-in-hand, covering TypeScript development, Vite, state management strategies, unit testing with Vitest, advanced techniques, and AI tips and tricks.

Key Features

• New content on TypeScript, React frameworks, state management strategies, unit testing, and AI-powered productivity.
• Get to grips with React fundamentals and modern React techniques and architecture
• Broaden your React expertise through mobile development with React Native

Book Description

What you will learn

• Explore React architecture, component properties, state, and context
• Work with React Hooks for handling functions and components
• Fetch data from a server using the Fetch API, GraphQL, and WebSockets
• Dive into internal and external state management strategies
• Build robust user interfaces (UIs) for web apps using Material-UI
• Perform unit testing for your components with Vitest and mocking techniques
• Manage app performance with server-side rendering, lazy components, and Suspense

Who this book is for

This book is for any JavaScript or TypeScript developer who wants to start learning how to use React and React Native for web and mobile app development. No prior knowledge of React or React Native is required. However, a working knowledge of JavaScript is necessary to be able to follow along with the content covered.

Description
Windows Server 2025 is Microsoft’s latest enterprise operating system for running and managing core business applications, networks, and IT infrastructure. As organizations increasingly adopt modern, cloud-ready workloads, combining Windows Server 2025 with Azure delivers the scalability, flexibility, and security needed to run hybrid and cloud environments efficiently.

This book shows how to get the most from Windows Server 2025 on Microsoft Azure, guiding you through deploying and managing cloud-ready workloads securely and efficiently. It covers hybrid infrastructure and cloud-native features like Azure Arc and hotpatching. You will learn strategies for storage, backup, disaster recovery, high availability, auto-scaling, and cost optimization, enabling Windows Server workloads to be resilient, scalable, and optimized in the cloud. Finally, it explores the AI-driven future, highlighting how Windows Server will evolve to support smarter, scalable, and hybrid cloud environments.

By the end of this book, you will be competent in deploying, managing, and optimizing Windows Server 2025 on Azure. You will have gained practical skills in maintaining a secure, automated, and cost-efficient cloud infrastructure, helping you to confidently manage modern, hybrid, and cloud-ready IT environments.

Master end-to-end data engineering on Azure Databricks. From data ingestion and Delta Lake to CI/CD and real-time streaming, build secure, scalable, and performant data solutions with Spark, Unity Catalog, and ML tools.

Key Features

• Build scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark and Delta Lake
• Automate workflows and manage data governance with Unity Catalog
• Learn real-time processing and structured streaming with practical use cases
• Implement CI/CD, DevOps, and security for production-ready data solutions
• Explore Databricks-native ML, AutoML, and Generative AI integration

Book Description

What you will learn

• Set up a full-featured Azure Databricks environment
• Implement batch and streaming ingestion using Auto Loader
• Optimize Spark jobs with partitioning and caching
• Build real-time pipelines with structured streaming and DLT
• Manage data governance using Unity Catalog
• Orchestrate production workflows with jobs and ADF
• Apply CI/CD best practices with Azure DevOps and Git
• Secure data with RBAC, encryption, and compliance standards
• Use MLflow and Feature Store for ML pipelines
• Build generative AI applications in Databricks

Who this book is for

This book is for data engineers, solution architects, cloud professionals, and software engineers seeking to build robust and scalable data pipelines using Azure Databricks. Whether you're migrating legacy systems, implementing a modern lakehouse architecture, or optimizing data workflows for performance, this guide will help you leverage the full power of Databricks on Azure. A basic understanding of Python, Spark, and cloud infrastructure is recommended.

Description
65% of the Indian population is 35 or under, and approximately 50% of the country's population of 1.4 billion people is under the age of 25. However, we face a huge employability crisis in the country. In an AI world where everyone has access to the same information, who will be able to attain life success? The answer is, only those with superior meta soft skills.

The book aims to provide the reader with a practical understanding of corporate and business life. The author approaches the book from the point of view of a corporate soft skills training to help the reader gain a head start in their careers.

The book is designed to take the reader through 3 main verticals.

VERTICAL 1:
Theme: CONFIDENCE
This vertical helps the reader in gaining the mental strength, motivation & confidence to approach their lives with a positive mental attitude.

VERTICAL 2:
Theme: COMPETENCE
Good communication, especially in this AI age, is a huge demand from recruiters and employers today. Prompt engineering, asking the right questions, and business storytelling help the reader to get a head start in their careers.

VERTICAL 3:
Theme: COURTESY
A good first impression is created through effective habits and an ability to say the right thing at the right time to the right person.

Machines That Think takes readers through the history, challenges, and ethical dilemmas of artificial intelligence, offering a deep dive into AI's past, present, and future.

Key Features

• Practical exploration of the ethical implications of AI technologies in society.
• Comprehensive coverage of AI applications, from machine learning to superintelligence.

Book Description

What you will learn

• Understand the history and evolution of AI technologies
• Learn about the various approaches to making machines intelligent
• Explore data's role in machine learning and AI systems
• Grasp the ethical implications of AI in modern society
• Analyze the concept of superintelligence and its potential impacts
• Learn the basic principles behind symbolic and subsymbolic AI

Who this book is for

The ideal audience for this book includes professionals, students, and enthusiasts interested in artificial intelligence and its societal implications. Potential readers should have a basic understanding of technology and AI concepts, as well as an interest in the ethical and practical challenges of AI. No specialized prior knowledge is required, but familiarity with technology-related topics is helpful.

Description
Over the past few years, large language models (LLMs) and generative AI have evolved from research projects into powerful technologies reshaping how organizations operate and deliver value in every industry. We are witnessing an explosion of startups building GenAI-powered features to Fortune 500 companies, restructuring business operations around GenAI and agentic AI capabilities.

This book offers a practical and comprehensive journey through the world of LLMs and GenAI from a business perspective. It begins by explaining what LLMs are and how GenAI works in clear and plain language. You will explore how these technologies are transforming industries, revolutionizing customer engagement, streamlining operations, and driving innovation and competitive advantage. You will also learn how to develop a GenAI strategy, build the right teams and partnerships, and implement AI responsibly and ethically. The book concludes with a forward-looking view of how businesses can measure AI success and prepare for the potential impact of artificial general intelligence.

By the end of this book, you will understand how LLMs and GenAI are changing the business landscape and how to apply these technologies to create value, enhance decision-making, and lead your organization into the era of GenAI.