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Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book teaches Python 3 programming and data visualization, exploring cutting-edge techniques with ChatGPT/GPT-4 for generating compelling visuals. It starts with Python essentials, covering basic data types, loops, functions, and advanced constructs like dictionaries and matrices. The journey progresses to NumPy's array operations and data visualization using libraries such as Matplotlib and Seaborn. The book also covers tools like SVG graphics and D3 for dynamic visualizations.The course begins with foundational Python concepts, moves into NumPy and data visualization with Pandas, Matplotlib, and Seaborn. Advanced chapters explore ChatGPT and GPT-4, demonstrating their use in creating data visualizations from datasets like the Titanic. Each chapter builds on the previous one, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Python and visualization techniques.These concepts are crucial for Python practitioners, data scientists, and anyone in data analytics. This book transitions readers from basic Python programming to advanced data visualization, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Companion files with code, datasets, and figures enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering Python and data visualization.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book teaches Python 3 programming and data visualization, exploring cutting-edge techniques with ChatGPT/GPT-4 for generating compelling visuals. It starts with Python essentials, covering basic data types, loops, functions, and advanced constructs like dictionaries and matrices. The journey progresses to NumPy's array operations and data visualization using libraries such as Matplotlib and Seaborn. The book also covers tools like SVG graphics and D3 for dynamic visualizations.The course begins with foundational Python concepts, moves into NumPy and data visualization with Pandas, Matplotlib, and Seaborn. Advanced chapters explore ChatGPT and GPT-4, demonstrating their use in creating data visualizations from datasets like the Titanic. Each chapter builds on the previous one, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Python and visualization techniques.These concepts are crucial for Python practitioners, data scientists, and anyone in data analytics. This book transitions readers from basic Python programming to advanced data visualization, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Companion files with code, datasets, and figures enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering Python and data visualization.
Python 3 for Machine Learning. Harness the Power of Python for Advanced Machine Learning Projects
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book introduces basic Python 3 programming concepts related to machine learning. The first four chapters provide a fast-paced introduction to Python 3, NumPy, and Pandas. The fifth chapter covers fundamental machine learning concepts. The sixth chapter dives into machine learning classifiers, such as logistic regression, k-NN, decision trees, random forests, and SVMs. The final chapter includes material on natural language processing (NLP) and reinforcement learning (RL). Keras-based code samples supplement the theoretical discussion.The course begins with Python basics, including conditional logic, loops, functions, and collections. It then explores data manipulation with NumPy and Pandas. The journey continues with an introduction to machine learning, focusing on essential concepts and classifiers. Advanced topics like NLP and RL are covered, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of machine learning.These concepts are crucial for developing machine learning applications. This book transitions readers from basic Python programming to advanced machine learning techniques, blending theory with practical skills. Appendices for regular expressions, Keras, and TensorFlow 2, along with companion files, enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering Python and machine learning.
Python 3 Using ChatGPT / GPT-4. Harnessing AI for Efficient Python Programming
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book is for people who want to learn Python 3 and how to use ChatGPT with Python. It starts with an introduction to Python programming, covering data types, number formatting, Unicode handling, and text manipulation. The book then covers loops, conditional logic, reserved words, user input, exception management, and command-line arguments.The journey continues into Generative AI, discussing its distinction from Conversational AI. Popular platforms like ChatGPT and GPT-4 are explored, along with their strengths, weaknesses, and potential applications. The book shows how to generate Python 3 code samples via ChatGPT using the “Code Interpreter” plugin.Understanding these concepts is crucial for navigating Python and AI. This book transitions readers from basic Python programming to advanced AI applications, blending theory with practical skills. Companion files with code samples and figures enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering Python and ChatGPT.
Python. An Introduction to Python Programming
Mercury Learning and Information, James R. Parker
This book introduces programming concepts using Python 3, designed for beginners and hobbyists with no prior programming experience. It covers loops, strings, functions, files, graphics, multimedia, algorithms, classes, and more. Many examples are based on video game development, making learning engaging and practical. The book uses a just-in-time presentation style, providing material when it's needed, and includes companion files with source code, exercises, projects, and figures.The course starts with an overview of modern computers and basic programming concepts. It progresses through topics like repetition, sequences, functions, file input/output, classes, graphics, data manipulation, and multimedia. The latter chapters focus on basic algorithms, programming for the sciences, writing good programs, parsing, and communicating using graphics and Pygame.By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of programming fundamentals, enhanced by practical applications in video game development. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also equips students with the skills needed for further studies in computer science and programming.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This Pocket Primer book introduces the fundamentals of data structures using Python. It provides a comprehensive yet fast-paced introduction to core Python concepts and data structures, emphasizing their importance in managing large datasets and implementing search and sort algorithms effectively. The course starts with a basic introduction to Python, setting a solid foundation for more complex topics.The journey continues with an exploration of recursion and combinatorics, followed by detailed discussions on strings, arrays, and various search and sort algorithms. Further, the book delves into linked lists, queues, and stacks, illustrating their practical applications with numerous code samples. This structured approach ensures that learners can progressively build their knowledge and skills in data structures, reinforced by hands-on coding examples.With companion files available for download, the book provides additional resources for practice and deeper understanding. This comprehensive guide is ideal for both beginners and those looking to strengthen their grasp of data structures in Python, equipping them with essential tools for managing and manipulating large datasets.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book is designed for developers with little to no experience in Python or Pandas, providing a fast-paced introduction to Python programming and practical solutions to various tasks. The journey begins with a quick tour of basic Python 3, followed by a deep dive into loops and conditional logic. The text covers data structures extensively, and includes tasks involving strings and arrays.As the reader progresses, object-oriented programming concepts are introduced with illustrative code samples, along with an exploration of recursion and fundamental topics in combinatorics. An appendix provides an introduction to Pandas, equipping readers with essential tools for data manipulation and analysis.This book offers a comprehensive yet concise learning path, reinforced by numerous code samples and companion files available for download. It is an invaluable resource for beginners seeking to master Python and Pandas, providing a solid foundation for further exploration in programming and data science.
Python for TensorFlow Pocket Primer. A Quick Guide to Python Libraries for TensorFlow Developers
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
As part of the best-selling *Pocket Primer* series, this book prepares programmers for machine learning and deep learning with TensorFlow. It begins with a quick introduction to Python, followed by chapters on NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, and scikit-learn. The final chapters provide TensorFlow 1.x code samples, including detailed examples for TensorFlow Dataset, crucial for TensorFlow 2.The journey starts with Python basics and progresses through essential data manipulation and visualization libraries. You'll explore machine learning fundamentals with scikit-learn before diving into TensorFlow, learning to construct data pipelines with TensorFlow Dataset APIs like map(), filter(), and batch().Understanding these concepts is vital for modern AI applications. This book transitions readers from basic programming to advanced machine learning and deep learning techniques, blending theory with practical skills. Companion files with source code enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering Python, machine learning, and TensorFlow.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book, part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, offers a comprehensive introduction to essential Python tools for data scientists. It begins with an overview of Python basics, followed by in-depth coverage of NumPy and Pandas, focusing on their features and applications. The text also addresses the critical tasks of writing regular expressions and performing data cleaning.Further sections delve into data visualization techniques and the use of Sklearn and SciPy, providing practical knowledge and skills for handling complex data analysis tasks. This structured approach ensures that readers gain a complete understanding of the tools and techniques necessary for effective data science.Designed to be accessible yet thorough, this book includes numerous code samples to reinforce learning. Companion files with source code are available for download, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to master Python for data science and enhance their data analysis capabilities.
SQL Pocket Primer. A Comprehensive Guide to SQL and MySQL for Data Professionals
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
As part of the best-selling Pocket Primer series, this book is designed for data scientists and machine learning engineers seeking to deepen their SQL knowledge using MySQL as the primary RDBMS. It features Python-based code samples for accessing data from MySQL tables in Pandas data frames and Java-based samples for data access in MySQL, along with handling XML and JSON documents.The book also introduces NoSQL, with an overview of MongoDB, and SQLite, an open-source RDBMS for mobile devices. The final section covers diverse topics like normalization, schemas, database optimization, and performance. This comprehensive approach ensures a well-rounded understanding of SQL and related technologies, enhancing data manipulation and database management skills.Numerous code samples and listings throughout the book support the various topics covered. Companion files with source code and figures are available from the publisher, making this an essential resource for advancing your SQL proficiency and database management expertise.
Surviving A Cyberattack. A Comprehensive Guide to Digital Security for Families and Businesses
Mercury Learning and Information, Todd G. Shipley, Art Bowker
This essential guide empowers individuals, families, and small business owners to secure their digital environments. Beginning with the basics of cybersecurity, it explores practical strategies for protecting social media, safeguarding family members, and securing online transactions. Readers will learn actionable techniques to defend against cyber threats and protect digital assets.With dedicated chapters on small business security, responding to cyberattacks, and navigating future digital trends, this book delivers practical, step-by-step advice. It ensures readers are equipped to tackle the challenges of modern digital security with confidence and clarity.By the end, readers will gain the skills to identify threats, respond effectively, and build a safer digital presence for themselves and their loved ones. This guide is perfect for anyone seeking to enhance their online security, regardless of prior experience.
Tech Trends of the 4th Industrial Revolution. Navigating the Future of Technology in Business
Mercury Learning and Information, D. Pyo, J. Hwang, Y. Yoon
The term 4th Industrial Revolution is often mentioned in the media, but public understanding of its technologies lags behind their rapid development. This book bridges the gap, explaining essential technologies like IoT, blockchain, AI, cloud computing, and big data. It aims to enhance comprehension by minimizing technical content.The book introduces key technologies and their applications, emphasizing their importance in contemporary business models. Readers will find accessible descriptions and practical examples to aid understanding. Covering topics and trends vital for modern business, this book ensures readers grasp the technological landscape shaping the future.Throughout the book, you'll explore how these technologies are revolutionizing industries and their integration into business strategies. This journey provides a comprehensive understanding of the 4th Industrial Revolution, equipping readers with the knowledge needed to navigate and leverage these advancements effectively.
Mercury Learning and Information, Mehrzad Tabatabaian
This book is a comprehensive guide to tensor analysis for engineers and applied scientists, focusing on practical problem-solving in Euclidean space. It covers Cartesian coordinate systems and curvilinear coordinates like cylindrical and spherical, with examples and calculations. Expanded content includes rigid body rotation, Cartesian tensors, Euler angles, and quaternion methods.The course begins with coordinate systems, moving through curvilinear systems, basis vectors, and scale factors. It covers contravariant and physical components, tensor transformations, and mixed and metric tensors. Advanced topics include gradient operators, derivative forms, Cartesian tensor transformations, and coordinate-independent equations. The book features relations for selected coordinate systems, rigid body rotation methods, and numerous worked-out examples and exercises.Mastering tensor analysis is crucial for complex engineering and science problems. This book transitions from basic concepts to advanced applications, blending theory with practical examples. Clear explanations, figures, and exercises enhance learning, making this an essential resource for tensor analysis in Euclidean space.
TensorFlow 2 Pocket Primer. A Quick Reference Guide for TensorFlow 2 Developers
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
As part of the best-selling *Pocket Primer* series, this book introduces beginners to basic machine learning algorithms using TensorFlow 2. It provides a fast-paced introduction to TensorFlow, covering core features and machine learning basics with Python code samples. An appendix includes Keras-based code samples and explores MLPs, CNNs, RNNs, and LSTMs. The chapters illustrate how to solve various tasks, encouraging further reading to deepen your knowledge.The journey begins with an introduction to TensorFlow 2, followed by essential APIs and datasets. You'll explore linear regression and classifiers, learning to apply TensorFlow to practical problems. The comprehensive appendix covers advanced topics like NLPs and deep learning architectures, enhancing your understanding of machine learning.Understanding these concepts is crucial for modern AI applications. This book transitions readers from basic TensorFlow use to advanced machine learning techniques, blending theory with practical examples. Companion files with source code and figures enhance learning, making this an essential resource for mastering TensorFlow and machine learning.
Mercury Learning and Information, Andres Fortino
This book leverages advanced techniques and tools in data science to extend data analysis from numeric and categorical data to textual data. Designed for business analysts, it uses a case study approach to teach skills in extracting insights from text data, supporting business decision-making. Exercises primarily use Excel and R, covering techniques from basic text analytics to sophisticated methods like topic extraction and text similarity scoring.The course begins with framing analytical questions and exploring analytical tool sets. It progresses through preparing data files, performing word frequency and keyword analysis, and conducting sentiment analysis. Advanced topics include visualizing text data, coding, named entity recognition, and topic recognition in documents. The book also covers text similarity scoring and the analysis of large datasets by sampling.Throughout this journey, readers will apply the CRISP-DM data mining standard, using companion files with numerous datasets for practical exercises. By the end, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of text analytics, enabling them to derive meaningful insights from textual data to inform business strategies.
Mercury Learning and Information, Mark Lamplugh
This book offers a comprehensive guide to integrating AI into modern marketing strategies, transforming how businesses engage with audiences. It begins with an overview of AI’s role in marketing, its evolution, and its benefits in driving innovation. Early chapters cover foundational topics like AI, machine learning, and data preparation for effective AI implementation.The book then explores practical applications, such as analyzing customer behavior for personalized experiences and using AI-powered chatbots for improved customer service. You’ll learn to apply image and video recognition for visual marketing and leverage AI for social media strategies that boost engagement. The book also covers predictive analytics, AI-driven email marketing, and techniques to optimize SEO and content marketing.Further chapters focus on automating marketing processes and using AI to support sales enablement with actionable insights. The final chapter discusses ethical considerations and the future of AI in marketing, emphasizing the balance between automation and human creativity. This book equips marketing professionals and business leaders with the tools to harness AI’s potential for impactful marketing strategies.
The Challenge to AI. The Future of AGI: Bridging Human Cognition and Artificial Intelligence
Mercury Learning and Information, Stephen Robbins
This book invites readers to explore where AI, consciousness, and human cognition intersect. It challenges existing notions in AI and cognitive science by arguing that true intelligence lies not in software but in the brain's complex biochemical system, far removed from current AI architectures. Through examining time, perception, language, and thought, the book presents a compelling case for the indispensability of biology and consciousness in cognition, highlighting the profound differences between man and machine.The journey begins with an introduction to AGI and the brain's resonance, moving through philosophical perspectives on perception and the external world. Readers will delve into the biochemical basis of cognition, exploring implicit and explicit memory, conscious cognition, voluntary actions, and the unique aspects of human speech and generative AI. The book culminates with discussions on affect, space, time, and the requirements for creating a conscious device.Understanding these concepts is crucial for advancing AI and cognitive science. This book transitions readers from conventional views to a new framework that integrates biology and consciousness, blending theory with profound insights. It is an essential resource for those seeking to understand the true nature of intelligence and the future of AI.
Mercury Learning and Information, Jean E. Tardy
This book delves into Generative AI and the potential for AI to achieve consciousness. It covers historical and modern perspectives on AI, from ancient myths to the Turing Test and current advancements. The book explores the theoretical and practical aspects of creating a conscious AI, including specifications for synthetic consciousness and integrating AI with human cognition. It questions whether generative AI can meet traditional criteria of consciousness.The journey begins with understanding consciousness, tracing AI's origins, and clarifying human cognition through AI. It examines early AI failures, fears of success, and the engineering of consciousness. The book also explores archaic AI representations, the intelligence of automatons, and the relevance of the Turing Test, concluding with strategies for achieving synthetic consciousness.These concepts are crucial for advancing AI towards synthetic consciousness. This book transitions readers from historical perspectives to modern AI challenges, blending theory with practical insights. It is an essential resource for understanding the future of AI and its potential to achieve consciousness.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book offers an in-depth exploration of the Transformer architecture, BERT models, and the GPT series, including GPT-3 and GPT-4. Beginning with foundational concepts like the attention mechanism and tokenization techniques, it delves into the intricacies of Transformer and BERT architectures. Advanced topics cover the latest developments in the GPT series, including ChatGPT. Key chapters provide insights into the evolution and significance of attention in deep learning, the nuances of Transformer architecture, a detailed exploration of the BERT family, and hands-on guidance on working with GPT-3.The journey continues with a comprehensive overview of ChatGPT, GPT-4, and visualization using generative AI. The book also discusses influential AI organizations such as DeepMind, OpenAI, Cohere, and Hugging Face. Readers will gain a thorough understanding of the current landscape of NLP models, their underlying architectures, and practical applications.Companion files with numerous code samples and figures from the book enhance the learning experience, providing practical tools and resources. This book is an essential guide for those seeking to master the latest advancements in natural language processing and generative AI.
Understanding PTSD. Exploring Trauma, Myths, Assessment, and Recovery
Mercury Learning and Information, Austin Mardon
Understanding PTSD offers a comprehensive exploration of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), tracing its history, debunking common myths, and examining its complex nature. The book begins with a personal narrative to ground the reader, before delving into the origins and evolution of PTSD, particularly during wartime. It addresses widespread misconceptions, emphasizing that PTSD affects diverse populations, not just soldiers. The assessment methods and criteria are discussed, alongside the brain's response to various traumas.Key chapters explore the potential causes of PTSD, including genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. The book also covers the dangers associated with PTSD, various types of PTSD, and symptoms. It provides insights into how PTSD manifests in different age groups and reviews the most effective treatments, such as cognitive therapy and medication.Further chapters discuss comorbidities like depression and substance abuse, the gaps in current knowledge, and ongoing research. The public's perception of PTSD, its portrayal in the media, and the impact on families are also examined. The book concludes with practical advice on supporting individuals with PTSD and a detailed directory of resources available in North America, Europe, and India.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. A Comprehensive Guide to UAV Technology and Applications
Mercury Learning and Information, P. K. Garg
This book offers a comprehensive overview of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), covering their basic concepts, components, and various applications. It delves into the different sensors used in UAVs, the architecture of autonomous UAVs, and the communication tools and devices required to acquire real-time data. The book also explores the software needed to analyze UAV data and the rules and regulations necessary for operating UAVs. The importance of UAV technology is highlighted through its diverse applications in fields such as construction, oil and gas, mining, agriculture, forestry, search and rescue, surveillance, transportation, disaster management, logistics, health, and journalism. The book underscores the potential of UAVs to revolutionize these industries by improving efficiency and safety.Throughout the book, readers will journey from understanding the theory, hardware, and software components of UAVs to exploring their practical uses. Each chapter includes review questions to reinforce understanding, ensuring that readers gain a solid grasp of the subject matter. This text is essential for anyone interested in the current and future impact of UAV technology.
Using AI in Marketing. Harness AI technologies to transform marketing strategies and results
Mercury Learning and Information, Greg Kihlström
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the marketing landscape. This book begins with a foundational overview of AI and its history, establishing the importance of AI in modern marketing practices. Readers will gain insights into the integration of AI with marketing fundamentals, paving the way for strategic advancements.Delving deeper, the book explores current applications of AI, from data analytics to campaign automation, and personalized customer experiences. With chapters dedicated to generative AI, prompt optimization, and team augmentation, the book provides actionable insights and case studies to guide readers through real-world usage.As the journey concludes, readers are equipped with an understanding of AI's transformative impact, ethical considerations, and strategies for adoption. This book ensures that marketers are ready to embrace AI, optimize their workflows, and make informed investment decisions for future growth.
Mercury Learning and Information, Brian Ding
Web Applications with ASP.NET Core Blazor is a comprehensive guide to building modern web applications using the Blazor framework. It begins with an introduction to WebAssembly, detailing its purpose, history, and integration with JavaScript, followed by an exploration of Blazor's various hosting models, including Blazor Server, Blazor WebAssembly, and Blazor Hybrid.The book covers essential Blazor components like Razor, directives, data binding, and event handling, and delves into advanced component techniques such as CSS isolation and component templating. Readers will also learn about file uploading, serving, and securing files within Blazor applications.The text provides thorough insights into user input collection through forms, navigation in Blazor apps, and interop between .NET and JavaScript. Additionally, it explores HTTP communication, data persistence using EF Core, and security measures with Identity.Finally, the book concludes with a deep dive into deploying Blazor applications using Docker and Kubernetes, including practical guidance on containerization and deploying on Azure. Designed for web developers and tech enthusiasts, this book equips readers with the knowledge to build robust, interactive web applications with ASP.NET Core Blazor.
Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald Campesato
This book introduces readers to three powerful command-line utilities—grep, sed, and awk—that can create simple yet powerful shell scripts. Using the bash shell, it focuses on small text files to help readers understand these tools. Grep searches for patterns in data, sed modifies data, and awk performs tasks on pattern matches. Aimed at those new to the bash environment, the book is also valuable for those with some experience.The journey starts with grep, teaching how to search for specific words or patterns in data. It then moves to sed, showing how to change or modify data efficiently. Finally, it delves into awk, a versatile programming language for searching and processing data files. The book also includes a chapter on using regular expressions with these tools, enhancing your scripting capabilities.Mastering these utilities is crucial for efficient data handling and automation in a bash environment. This book transitions readers from basic to advanced command-line skills, blending theory with practical examples. It is an essential resource for anyone looking to harness the full power of bash scripting.