Using case study examples and hands-on exercises, van der Lans illuminates every key concept, technique, and statement--including advanced features that make it easier to create even the most complex statements and programs. Drawing on decades of experience as an SQL standards team member and enterprise consultant, he reveals exactly why MySQLs dialect works as it does--and how to get the most …
The book uses stepbystep instructions along with full code listings for each exercise. After each exercise, the author pauses to reflect, explain, and offer insights before building on the project.The author approaches the content with the belief that we are all teachers and that you are reading this book not only because you want to learn, but because you want to share your knowledge with othe…
The programming landscape of natural language processing has changed dramatically in the past few years. Machine learning approaches now require mature tools like Python's scikit-learn to apply models to text at scale. This practical guide shows programmers and data scientists who have an intermediate-level understanding of Python and a basic understanding of machine learning and natural langua…
The "Screenwriter's Bible" is one of the most popular, authoritative, and useful books on screenwriting. A standard by which other screenwriting books are measured, it has sold 150,000 copies in its ten-year life. Always up-to-date and reliable, it contains everything that both the budding and working screenwriter need under one cover -- six books in one! Features: How to Write a Screenplay -- …
This edition addresses the issue of organisational culture in more detail and it gives an analysis of why information system projects fail and what can be done to make success more likely.
Help your students see the light. With its myriad of techniques, concepts and formulas, business statistics can be overwhelming for many students. They can have trouble recognizing the importance of studying statistics, and making connections between concepts. Ken Black's fifth edition of Business Statistics: For Contemporary Decision Making helps students see the big picture of the business st…
This text provides a clear introduction to the world of Geographical Information Systems and explains how they are actually used, across a variety of disciplines and within a range of industries.. Revision questions - allows students to test their understanding 'Further Study - Reading' offers sources of additional information for those who wish to explore a topic further 'Further Study - Activ…
Dawson walks graduate and undergraduate students through the process of a research project in computing and information science, marking sections that are specific to advance graduate research. The stages she identifies are the background, setting a project's foundation, conducting the research, presenting the results, and the future. Among the topics are research, choosing a project and writin…
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Building on the successful top-down approach of previous editions, 'Computer Networking' continues with an early emphasis on application-layer paradigms and application programming interfaces, encouraging a hands-on experience with protocols and networking concepts.
Every recent innovation in IT can be traced back to a project. This title builds an unparalleled foundation for tomorrow's creators and managers by providing meaningful examples of real projects - both successful and failed - and applying the lessons to a sound framework in IT project management.
The integration of electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, control and computer engineering Mechatronics lies at the heart of the innumerable gadgets, processes and technology that makes modern life would seem impossible. From auto-focus cameras to car engine management systems, and from state-of-the-art robots to the humble washing machine, Mechatronics has a hand in them all. This boo…
Addresses the issues of culture and communication within the context of international business. This text provides examples of how cultural values and practices impact business communication. It explores the relationships among the cultural environments of the firm and the structure of the firm.
Introduction to Mass Communication: Media Literacy and Culture is an integrated program that encourages students to be active media consumers and gives them a deeper understanding of the role that the media plays in both shaping and reflecting culture. Through this cultural perspective, students learn that audience members are as much a part of the mass communication process as are the media pr…
This text aims to give the student technical background necessary to be consumers of human resource (HR) products and services, to manage HR effectively, or to be a successful HR professional.