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Meganets  by David (David B.) Auerbach

Meganets

David (David B.) Auerbach

"David Auerbach's exploration of the phenomenon he has identified as the meganet begins with a simple, startling revelation: There is no hand on the tiller of some of the largest global digital forces that influence our daily lives. From corporate sites such...

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Your face belongs to us  by Kashmir Hill

Your face belongs to us

Kashmir Hill

"In this riveting feat of reporting, Kashmir Hill illuminates the improbable rise of Clearview AI and how Hoan Ton-That, a computer engineer and Richard Schwartz, a Giuliani associate, launched a terrifying facial recognition app with society-altering...

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Unmasking AI  by Joy Buolamwini

Unmasking AI

Joy Buolamwini

"Dr. Joy Buolamwini is the self-described "Poet of Code" who has had a lifelong passion for computer science, engineering, and art-disciplines that, she felt, pushed the boundaries of reality. After tinkering with robotics as a high school student in...

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Learn enough Python to be dangerous  by Michael Hartl

Learn enough Python to be dangerous

Michael Hartl

"Python is the dominant programming language for data science and an ideal first programming language for web development and many other uses. In Learn Enough Python to Be Dangerous, renowned instructor Michael Hartl teaches the specific concepts, skills, and...

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Killer ChatGPT prompts  by Guy Hart-Davis

Killer ChatGPT prompts

Guy Hart-Davis

"By now, you've heard of ChatGPT and its incredible potential. You may even have tried to use it a few times just to see it in action for yourself. But have you ever wondered what ChatGPT is truly capable of? Killer ChatGPT Prompts: Harness the Power of AI for...

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Wild west to Agile  by James A. Highsmith

Wild west to Agile

James A. Highsmith

"Jim Highsmith tackles the evolution and revolution of software development, embellishes them with personal experiences, from the Apollo moon mission to modern digital transformations, and introduces the adventurous pioneers--from structured era developer Ken...

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The well-grounded Python developer  by Doug Farrell

The well-grounded Python developer

Doug Farrell

"When you're new to Python, it can be tough to understand where and how to use its many language features. There's a dizzying array of libraries, and it's challenging to fit everything together. The Well-Grounded Python Developer builds on Python skills you've...

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Design for developers  by Stephanie Stimac

Design for developers

Stephanie Stimac

"Design for Developers introduces the essential design and UX techniques to help you create good user experiences, iterate smoothly on front-end features, and collaborate effectively with designer colleagues. Author Stephanie Stimac shares the unique insights...

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Faking it  by Toby Walsh

Faking it

Toby Walsh

"The brave new world of faking it. Artificial intelligence is, as the name suggests, artificial and fundamentally different to human intelligence. Yet often the goal of AI is to fake human intelligence. This deceit has been there from the very beginning. We've...

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Quantum computing  by William W. Hurley

Quantum computing

William W. Hurley

"Quantum computing has the promise to be the next huge thing in technology. How do we know that? Look at how much the big players in tech are investing in the technology. Quantum Computing For Dummies preps you for the amazing changes that are coming with the...

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Articulating design decisions  by Tom Greever

Articulating design decisions

Tom Greever

"Talking to people about your designs might seem like a basic skill, but it can be difficult to do well. In many cases, how you communicate with stakeholders, clients, and other nondesigners may be more important than the designs themselves. Because if you...

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The AI dilemma  by Juliette Powell

The AI dilemma

Juliette Powell

"The misuse of AI has led to wrongful arrests, crashed airplanes, even genocide-this book offers 7 powerful principles that businesses can use now to end the harm. Cambridge Analytica, the Boeing 737 Max crash, Facebook's role in the Rohingya genocide-AI is...

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Windows 11 tips, tricks & shortcuts in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

Windows 11 tips, tricks & shortcuts in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"Using the full potential of Windows 11 can sometimes seem like a daunting task, even when you have mastered the basics of the operating system. However, with Windows 11 Tips, Tricks & Shortcuts in easy steps you can start to take your Windows 11 knowledge to...

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Just enough research  by Erika Hall

Just enough research

Erika Hall

"Good research is about asking more and better questions, and thinking critically about the answers. Done well, it will save your team time and money by reducing unknowns and creating a solid foundation to build the right thing, in the most effective way....

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Teach yourself visually HTML and CSS  by Guy Hart-Davis

Teach yourself visually HTML and CSS

Guy Hart-Davis

"Level-up your HTML and CSS web development skills with this dynamic, visual guide Teach Yourself VISUALLY HTML and CSS is the perfect resource for those of you who prefer to learn visually and would rather be shown how to do something – with crystal-clear...

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I am code  by Brent Katz

I am code

Brent Katz

"At a wedding in early 2022, three friends were introduced to an early, raw version of the AI model behind ChatGPT by their fellow groomsman, an OpenAI scientist. While the world discovered ChatGPT--OpenAI's hugely popular chatbot--the friends continued to...

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The alignment problem  by Brian Christian

The alignment problem

Brian Christian

"How do we prevent AI working against us? Artificial intelligence is rapidly dominating every aspect of our modern lives influencing the news we consume, whether we get a mortgage, and even which friends wish us happy birthday. But as algorithms make ever more...

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SeniorITy  by Lucia Dore

SeniorITy

Lucia Dore

"Do you feel frustrated and left behind as every aspect of daily life - from banking and shopping to health and communication - becomes increasingly dependent on technology, the internet, and artificial intelligence (AI)? SeniorITy empowers us as we age, and...

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HTML, CSS, & JavaScript all-in-one  by Paul McFedries

HTML, CSS, & JavaScript all-in-one

Paul McFedries

"Looking to start an exciting new career in front-end web building and design? Or maybe you just want to develop a new skill and create websites for fun. Whatever your reasons, it's never been easier to start learning how to build websites from scratch than...

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Dive into data science  by Bradford Tuckfield

Dive into data science

Bradford Tuckfield

"Learn how to apply the principles of data science to improve business strategies. Chapters cover concepts such as A/B testing, supervised and unsupervised machine learning, web scraping, and more. Each concept is illustrated using real-world business...

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Basic metaverse  by David L. Shrier

Basic metaverse

David L. Shrier

"In Basic Metaverse, leading futurist David L. Shrier explains how the technology works, unpacks its potential uses - including its relationship to the development of Web3 - and its impact on everyday life and work. He explores some of the legal and moral...

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Making a metaverse that matters  by Wagner James Au

Making a metaverse that matters

Wagner James Au

"In Making a Metaverse That Matters: From Snow Crash & Second Life to A Virtual World Worth Fighting For, the celebrated author of The Making of Second Life and Game Design Secrets, Wagner James Au, delivers an engrossing exploration of how nascent metaverse...

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The rise of the Metaverse  by Jianing Yu

The rise of the Metaverse

Jianing Yu

"The Internet is now, but the future is the metaverse. The metaverse is a virtual-reality space in which users can interact with a computer-generated environment and others. The prediction is that the next ten years will be the golden era of the metaverse, and...

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The ChatGPT revolution  by Donna McGeorge

The ChatGPT revolution

Donna McGeorge

"From conducting research and generating reports to organizing your next vacation, ChatGPT is the sidekick you never knew you needed. With a humorous and practical approach, this book covers everything you need to know to easily and quickly incorporate ChatGPT...

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ChatGPT  by Pamela Baker

ChatGPT

Pamela Baker

"ChatGPT For Dummies demystifies the artificial intelligence tool that can answer questions, write essays, and generate just about any kind of text it's asked for. This powerful example of generative AI is widely predicted to upend education and business. In...

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Web design in easy steps  by Sean McManus

Web design in easy steps

Sean McManus

"Web Design in easy steps, 7th edition reveals the key principles of good web design, which is the art and science of building effective and attractive websites. The book will introduce you to the key technologies of the web, and the design principles that...

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Web3.

Web3.

"Blockchain and crypto aren't just for speculators anymore-they're the basis of the rising decentralized internet. Web3 has the potential to rewrite the past decade's rules: Monopolies may be shattered, fortunes will be made and lost, and new classes of...

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Data visualization in Excel  by Jonathan A. Schwabish

Data visualization in Excel

Jonathan A. Schwabish

"Data Visualization in Excel closes the gap between what people think Excel can do and what they can achieve in the tool. Over the past few years, recognition of the importance of effectively visualizing data has led to an explosion of data analysis and...

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Whose time is it?  by Stamatia Portanova

Whose time is it?

Stamatia Portanova

"Following the "emerging life adventures and experiences" of Sophia, a robot animated by blockchain and AI, to present a study in temporal automation. In what way do the two technologies of blockchain and artificial intelligence actualize and, crucially,...

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Quantum supremacy  by Michio Kaku

Quantum supremacy

Michio Kaku

"An exhilarating tour of humanity's next great technological achievement-quantum computing-which may eventually unravel the deepest mysteries of science and solve some of humanity's biggest problems, like global warming, world hunger, and incurable disease, by...

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JavaScript all-in-one  by Chris Minnick

JavaScript all-in-one

Chris Minnick

"A developer's resource to learning one of the most-used scripting languagesJavaScript All-in-One For Dummies saves you shelf space by offering a complete introduction to JavaScript and how it's used in the real world. This book serves up JavaScript coding...

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iPad for seniors  by Dwight Spivey

iPad for seniors

Dwight Spivey

"IPads are some of the coolest and most versatile tablets on the market today. You can watch movies, listen to music, go online, talk to your family and friends, and pretty much anything else you can think of. But with updates coming all the time, it can be...

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Autodesk 3ds Max 2021  by Pradeep Mamgain

Autodesk 3ds Max 2021

Pradeep Mamgain

"This book helps to get started with modeling in 3ds Max, and explains important concepts and techniques about 3D modeling which you can utilize to create hard-surfaced objects for your projects. Using a structured and pragmatic approach, this guide begins...

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The age of spiritual machines  by Ray Kurzweil

The age of spiritual machines

Ray Kurzweil

"Ray Kurzweil is the inventor of the most innovative and compelling technology of our era, an international authority on artificial intelligence, and one of our greatest living visionaries. Now he offers a framework for envisioning the twenty-first century-an...

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The dark cloud  by Guillaume Pitron

The dark cloud

Guillaume Pitron

"A gripping new investigation into the underbelly of digital technology, which addresses the pressing question of the carbon footprint it leaves behind. In a sort of news thriller, the author reveals not only how costly the virtual world is, but how damaging...

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Teach yourself visually Photoshop Elements  by Lisa Bucki

Teach yourself visually Photoshop Elements

Lisa Bucki

"Open up Teach Yourself Visually Photoshop Elements and you'll find vibrant, step-by-step screenshots showing you how to master over 100 Photoshop Elements tasks. Each task-based spread covers one technique at a time, ensuring you get up and running fast....

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The Rust programming language  by Steve Klabnik

The Rust programming language

Steve Klabnik

"The Rust Programming Language, 2nd Edition is the official guide to Rust 2021: an open source systems programming language that will help you write faster, more reliable software. Rust provides control of low-level details along with high-level ergonomics,...

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Man-made  by Tracey Spicer

Man-made

Tracey Spicer

"'Mum, I want a robot slave.' Broadcaster Tracey Spicer had an epiphany when her young son uttered these six words. Suddenly, her life's work fighting inequality seemed futile. What's the point in agitating to change the present, if bigotry is being embedded...

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Chromebook  by Peter H. Gregory

Chromebook

Peter H. Gregory

"The return of the bestselling Chromebook guide on the market. Chromebook For Dummies, Third Edition, is your easy-to-follow guide to the low-cost alternative to a traditional laptop. This beginner's manual walks you through setting up your Chromebook,...

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Mastodon  by Chris Minnick

Mastodon

Chris Minnick

"A fun and fresh social media option Mastodon, an exciting new platform in the social media universe, connects you to a whole world of fascinating personalities. This book opens the gate and invites you to participate in this new digital playground. Reconnect...

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Software requirements essentials  by Karl Eugene Wiegers

Software requirements essentials

Karl Eugene Wiegers

"Software Requirements Essentials presents 20 core practices for successful project and requirements elicitation, analysis, specification, validation, and management. Leading requirements experts Kurt Wiegers and Candase Hokanson focus on the practices most...

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Blogging all-in-one  by Amy Lupold Bair

Blogging all-in-one

Amy Lupold Bair

"If you're looking for a complete guide to creating and solidifying your place in the blogosphere, you've come to the right place! With 8 books in one, Blogging All-in-One For Dummies is the only resource you'll need to get started or to improve your existing...

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I forced a bot to write this book  by Keaton Patti

I forced a bot to write this book

Keaton Patti

"Ever wonder what an AI bot might come up with if tasked with creative writing? From Olive Garden commercials to White House press briefings to Game of Thrones scripts, writer and comedian Keaton Patti's "bot" recognizes and heightens the tropes of whatever...

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iPad for seniors in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

iPad for seniors in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"This bestselling guide, iPad for Seniors in easy steps,12th edition,is updated to cover iPadOS 16. Written in larger type, it'll help senior folks learn how to use and enjoy myriad iPad features with ease: Choose the right model for you, master Multitasking...

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Metaversed  by Luis Bravo Martins

Metaversed

Luis Bravo Martins

"Understand the coming metaverse-and discover how to look past the hype and harness the future of technology. Metaversed is an insightful discussion and analysis of the next, rapidly approaching technological revolution. The authors deliver a compelling new...

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What is cybersecurity for?  by Tim Stevens

What is cybersecurity for?

Tim Stevens

"How will protecting our digital infrastructure shape our future? Cybersecurity is one of the key practical and political challenges of our time. It is at the heart of how modern societies survive and thrive, yet public understanding is still rudimentary:...

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Clean code

Clean code

"Noted software expert Robert C. Martin presents a revolutionary paradigm with Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship. Martin has teamed up with his colleagues from Object Mentor to distill their best agile practice of cleaning code "on the...

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Apple Watch for seniors  by Dwight Spivey

Apple Watch for seniors

Dwight Spivey

"When is a watch more than just a watch? When it's an Apple Watch! This ultra-popular tech toy puts the power of your iPhone on your wrist and makes for a snazzy looking accessory for any occasion! In this book, you'll learn how to do everything from finding...

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GitHub  by Sarah Guthals

GitHub

Sarah Guthals

"Get more out of your coding with GitHub. For today's coders, GitHub is a must. The world's largest software development platform, GitHub helps developers store, track, and collaborate on software projects. In this easy-to-follow Dummies guide, you'll find...

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Metaverse  by Ian Khan

Metaverse

Ian Khan

"Your first step to understanding what the metaverse is all about...You've probably heard that the metaverse--a word that seemingly went from nonexistent to everywhere--is the next big thing in technology. What is it, anyway? Written by a leading futurist,...

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Java all-in-one  by Doug Lowe

Java all-in-one

Doug Lowe

"Java code is the go-to language for developing android apps and all sorts of other things. With Java All-in-One for Dummies, you can write your first lines of code in Java and work your way to advanced stuff like internet of things (IOT) programming, JavaFX,...

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R all-in-one  by Joseph Schmuller

R all-in-one

Joseph Schmuller

"A deep dive into the programming language of choice for statistics and data...With R All-in-One For Dummies, you get five mini-books in one, offering a complete and thorough resource on the R programming language and a road map for making sense of the sea of...

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Simply artificial intelligence

Simply artificial intelligence

"The clearest, simplest guide to artificial intelligence ever published. Understanding AI has never been easier. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Artificial Intelligence is the perfect introduction to the world of AI for those who...

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Working in public  by Nadia Eghbal

Working in public

Nadia Eghbal

"Open source software has undergone significant shift over the past 20 years. Today, often unseen solo operators maintain code used by millions. In Working in Public, Nadia Eghbal takes an inside look at modern open software development and its evolution over...

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Everything I need I get from you  by Kaitlyn Tiffany

Everything I need I get from you

Kaitlyn Tiffany

"In 2014, on the side of a Los Angeles freeway, a One Direction fan erected a shrine in the spot where, a few hours earlier, Harry Styles had vomited. "It's interesting for sure," Styles said later, adding, "a little niche, maybe." But what seemed niche to...

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Proof of stake  by Vitalik Buterin

Proof of stake

Vitalik Buterin

"At only nineteen years old Vitalik Buterin published a visionary paper outlining the ideas behind what would become Ethereum. He proposed to take what Bitcoin did for currency - to end the central control of governments and corporations - and apply it to...

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Power and prediction  by Ajay Agrawal

Power and prediction

Ajay Agrawal

"Banking and finance, pharmaceuticals, automotive, medical technology, retail. Artificial intelligence (AI) has made its way into many industries around the world. But the truth is, it has just begun its odyssey toward cheaper, better, and faster predictions...

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Cybersecurity all-in-one  by Joseph (Cybersecurity expert) Steinberg

Cybersecurity all-in-one

Joseph (Cybersecurity expert) Stein...

"Over 700 pages of insight into all things cybersecurity. Cybersecurity All-in-One For Dummies covers a lot of ground in the world of keeping computer systems safe from those who want to break in. This book offers a one-stop resource on cybersecurity basics,...

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Pegasus  by Laurent (Journalist) Richard

Pegasus

Laurent (Journalist) Richard

"Did you know that a hostile government can take control of your phone without your knowledge? Pegasus is the most powerful cyber-surveillance system on the market - available to any government that can afford its multimillion-dollar price tag. With just a...

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Macs all-in-one  by Paul McFedries

Macs all-in-one

Paul McFedries

"Whether you're getting your first Mac or you've been a Mac user for years, there's something in this guide for you. From setting up and connecting to the Internet to doing firewall configuration, it's all here for your personal and business use"--Publisher's...

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Photoshop Elements 2023  by Barbara Obermeier

Photoshop Elements 2023

Barbara Obermeier

"Shows how to use Photoshop Elements 2023 for everything from common image fixes to detailed retouching of photographs utilizing more creative techniques such as image layers, and includes tips on building and managing complex photograph projects"--Publisher's...

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Modern software engineering  by David Farley

Modern software engineering

David Farley

"In Modern Software Engineering, continuous delivery pioneer David Farley helps software professionals think about their work more effectively, manage it more successfully, and genuinely improve the quality of their applications, their lives, and the lives of...

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Python crash course  by Eric Matthes

Python crash course

Eric Matthes

"Includes instructions for basic concepts such as variables, lists, classes, and loops. Practice exercises come with each topic. The end goal is the creation of a Space Invaders-inspired arcade game to deploy online"--Publisher's description.

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Java in easy steps  by Mike McGrath

Java in easy steps

Mike McGrath

"Java in easy steps, 7th edition instructs you how to easily create your own Java programs. The book contains separate chapters on the major features of the Java language. Complete example programs with colorized code illustrate each important aspect of Java...

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Wordpress in easy steps  by Darryl Bartlett

Wordpress in easy steps

Darryl Bartlett

"This popular guide to WordPress shows you how to create websites without having to learn coding, and is updated to cover WordPress version 6. Published in late 2022, it covers the most up-to-date features incorporated in WordPress 6"--Publisher's description.

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Visual basic in easy steps  by Mike McGrath

Visual basic in easy steps

Mike McGrath

"Now in its 7th edition, Visual Basic in easy steps shows how to create Windows applications using the latest Visual Studio Community programming environment"--Publisher's description.

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Apple Watch  by Marc Saltzman

Apple Watch

Marc Saltzman

"A guide for the Apple watch covers the technology's many features, designs, and parts, including setting customizable alarms, tracking fitness and health goals, playing podcasts and audiobooks, and sending and receiving messages"--Publisher's description.

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Android smartphones  by J. F. DiMarzio

Android smartphones

J. F. DiMarzio

"Android Smartphones For Dummies is the all-new guide to Android phones with the familiar Dummies charm everyone loves. This book will give Android rookies a crash-course in how to use these popular phones. You'll go beyond the basics of texting and taking...

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iPhone for seniors  by Dwight Spivey

iPhone for seniors

Dwight Spivey

"This is a fluff-free guide to getting started with the latest Apple iPhone models. iPhone for Seniors for Dummies helps you FaceTime with grandkids, reconnect with old friends through social media, or just use the darn thing to make a phone call. Learn your...

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iPhone  by Edward C. Baig

iPhone

Edward C. Baig

"iPhone For Dummies, 2023 edition is your essential guide to the latest iPhone models, including the powerful new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro. Armed with this book, you can harness your iPhone's power for work, play, and everything in between. Master iOS and...

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Grokking algorithms  by Aditya Y. Bhargava

Grokking algorithms

Aditya Y. Bhargava

"Grokking Algorithms is a fully illustrated, friendly guide that teaches you how to apply common algorithms to the practical problems you face every day as a programmer. You'll start with sorting and searching and, as you build up your skills in thinking...

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Teach yourself visually iPhone 14  by Guy Hart-Davis

Teach yourself visually iPhone 14

Guy Hart-Davis

"Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 14 is your ultimate guide to getting the most out of your brand-new iPhone! Apple's graphics-driven iOS 16 is perfect for visual learners, so this book uses a visual approach to show you what you need to know to get up and...

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Teach yourself visually Excel 365  by Paul McFedries

Teach yourself visually Excel 365

Paul McFedries

"In Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Excel 365, veteran tech educator and writer Paul McFedries delivers a practical, step-by-step guide to using the latest version of the world's most popular spreadsheet app. The book is filled with easy two-page lessons containing...

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Laptops for seniors  by Faithe Wempen

Laptops for seniors

Faithe Wempen

"Provides information on the basics of laptop computers, covering such topics as buying a laptop, working with Windows 10 and 11, using email and social networking sites, and keeping information safe online"--Publisher's description.

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Microsoft Azure  by Jack A. Hyman

Microsoft Azure

Jack A. Hyman

"The must-have reference for Azure newcomers. As Microsoft's Azure platform takes a larger stake in the cloud computing world, more tech pros need to know the ins-and-outs of this fast-growing platform. Microsoft Azure For Dummies is the essential guide for...

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Twitch  by Tee Morris

Twitch

Tee Morris

"Twitch For Dummies will get you up to date with Twitch, the breakthrough streaming platform where you can set up a channel, increase your viewership, and find your people. Step-by-step guides and helpful, real-life examples get you ready to go live and, who...

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iPhone for seniors in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

iPhone for seniors in easy steps

Nick Vandome

" Written with the Senior reader in mind and presented in larger type for easier reading, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition will help you to quickly feel confident using your iPhone. It covers all models of iPhone using iOS 16 and will show you how...

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Beginning programming with Python  by John Mueller

Beginning programming with Python

John Mueller

"Create simple, easy programs in the popular Python language. Beginning Programming with Python For Dummies is the trusted way to learn the foundations of programming using the Python programming language. Python is one of the top-ranked languages, and there's...

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Code with the wisdom of the crowd  by Mark Pearl

Code with the wisdom of the crowd

Mark Pearl

"Build systems faster and more effectively with Mob Programming. Mob Programming is an approach to developing software that radically reduces defects and key-person dependencies by having a group of people work together at a single machine. See how to avoid...

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Java  by Herbert Schildt

Java

Herbert Schildt

"Thoroughly updated for Java Platform Standard Edition 17, this hands-on resource shows, step by step, how to get started programming in Java from the very first chapter. Written by Java guru Herbert Schildt, the book starts with the basics, such as how to...

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101 best Excel tips & tricks  by John Michaloudis

101 best Excel tips & tricks

John Michaloudis

"Learn the Best Excel Tips & Tricks Ever: FORMULAS, MACROS (VBA), PIVOT TABLES, FORMATTING, DATA, MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 plus Many More! With this book, you'll learn to apply the must know Excel features and tricks to make your data analysis & reporting easier...

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MacOS Ventura  by Guy Hart-Davis

MacOS Ventura

Guy Hart-Davis

"macOS Ventura For Dummies is packed with all the information you need on this latest version of macOS. With expert tips, tricks, and troubleshooting ideas, it’s the trusted guide for those new to Mac computers and those upgrading their systems. Learn how to...

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Linux all-in-one  by Richard Blum

Linux all-in-one

Richard Blum

"Linux All-in-One For Dummies breaks down the ever-popular operating system to its basics and trains users on the art of Linux. This handy reference covers all the latest updates and operating system features. It presents content on Linux desktops,...

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Teach yourself visually Python  by Guy Hart-Davis

Teach yourself visually Python

Guy Hart-Davis

"Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something--and skip the long-winded explanations? if so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle over a...

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The art of clean code  by Christian (Computer Scientist) Mayer

The art of clean code

Christian (Computer Scientist) Maye...

"Learn eight principles to simplify your code and become a more effective (and successful) programmer. Most software developers waste thousands of hours working with overly complex code. The eight core principles in 'The Art of Clean Coding' will teach you how...

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The well-grounded Rubyist  by David A. Black

The well-grounded Rubyist

David A. Black

"Designed for developer productivity, Ruby is an easy-to-learn dynamic language perfect for creating virtually any kind of software. Its ... development community, countless libraries and ... tools, like the Rails framework, have established it as the language...

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Exam ref AZ-900, Microsoft Azure fundamentals  by Jim Cheshire

Exam ref AZ-900, Microsoft Azure fundamentals

Jim Cheshire

"Prepare for Microsoft Exam AZ-900-Demonstrate your real-world knowledge of cloud services and how they can be provided with Microsoft Azure, including high-level concepts that apply throughout Azure, and key concepts specific to individual services. Designed...

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Roblox game development in 24 hours  by Genevieve Johnson

Roblox game development in 24 hours

Genevieve Johnson

"For the beginning developer or those looking to bring their games to the Roblox platform, look no further than Roblox Game Development in 24 Hours: The Official Roblox Guide. In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you'll deepen your understanding of...

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Terraform  by Yevgeniy Brikman

Terraform

Yevgeniy Brikman

"Terraform has become a key player in the DevOps world for defining, launching, and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) across a variety of cloud and virtualization platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and more. This hands-on second edition,...

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Coding for beginners in easy steps  by Mike McGrath

Coding for beginners in easy steps

Mike McGrath

"Coding for Beginners in easy steps, 2nd edition will appeal to anyone, of any age, who wants to begin coding computer programs. Use this guide to help you quickly create a programming environment on your computer, then, in easy steps, learn how to: write...

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Adobe Acrobat DC  by Brie Gyncild

Adobe Acrobat DC

Brie Gyncild

"The most thorough and comprehensive way for you to learn how to reliably create, edit, share, and sign PDF documents and forms with Adobe Acrobat DC. Each of the 13 lessons in this step-by-step, project-based guide contains a project that builds on your...

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Beginning programming all-in-one  by Wally Wang

Beginning programming all-in-one

Wally Wang

"A guide to computer programming covers such topics as data structures, algorithms, Web programming, syntax, and applications"--Publisher's description.

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Windows 365  by Rosemarie Withee

Windows 365

Rosemarie Withee

"Shift your PC to the cloud and liberate yourself from your desk...Microsoft's newest cloud-based operating system allows you to access your PC from any device. Windows 365 For Dummies teaches you the ins and outs of this game-changing OS. You'll learn how to...

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Samsung Galaxy S22  by Bill Hughes

Samsung Galaxy S22

Bill Hughes

"This book on Samsung's latest version of its flagship smartphone will walk you through every important function and feature on the S'X'. Want to make a call or send an email? Samsung Galaxy S'X' For Dummies will show you how to set up your accounts and...

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Coding all-in-one  by Chris Minnick

Coding all-in-one

Chris Minnick

""Adding some coding know-how to your skills can help launch a new career or bolster an old one. Coding All-in-One For Dummies offers an ideal starting place for learning the languages that make technology go. This edition gets you started with a helpful...

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The emperor's new mind  by Roger Penrose

The emperor's new mind

Roger Penrose

"For many decades, the proponents of 'artificial intelligence' have maintained that computers will soon be able to do everything that a human can do. In his bestselling work of popular science, Sir Roger Penrose takes us on a fascinating tour through the basic...

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Data analysis using SQL and Excel  by Gordon Linoff

Data analysis using SQL and Excel

Gordon Linoff

"Data Analysis Using SQL and Excel, 2nd Edition shows you how to leverage the two most popular tools for data query and analysis--SQL and Excel--to perform sophisticated data analysis without the need for complex and expensive data mining tools. Written by a...

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Adobe Animate  by Russell Chun

Adobe Animate

Russell Chun

"The 2022 release of Adobe Animate provides significant new controls for animation with puppet warping and improvements to layer parenting, and enhancements to paint brush preferences and symbol options. Learn to use the revamped Asset Warp tool for a modern...

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Joined-up thinking  by Hannah Critchlow

Joined-up thinking

Hannah Critchlow

"At a time of existential global challenges we need our best brainpower to solve them. We can no longer rely on the myth of the lone genius to create a breakthrough. As neuroscientist and bestselling author of The Science of Fate Hannah Critchlow shows, two...

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Visualizing Google Cloud  by Priyanka Vergadia

Visualizing Google Cloud

Priyanka Vergadia

"The Google Cloud Platform incorporates dozens of specialized services that enable organizations to offload technological needs onto the cloud. From routine IT operations like storage to sophisticated new capabilities including artificial intelligence and...

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