Название: The Book of Batch Scripting: From Fundamentals to Advanced Automation
Автор: Jack McLarney
Издательство: No Starch Press
Год: 2024
Страниц: 580
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub, mobi
Размер: 10.1 MB

In this era of advanced programming languages, the simplicity, universality, and efficiency of Batch scripting holds undeniable value. A book about bat files? Why? Whether you’re maintaining legacy systems or seeking to understand the foundations of command line automation, The Book of Batch Scripting shows you how to become proficient with this tool included in every version of Windows. Batch isn’t new, and the lack of some functionality is mystifying by today’s standards, but it’s still an immensely useful language that isn’t going away anytime soon, especially since it’s being packaged with the operating system installed on every Windows computer. While Batch is one scripting language among many, there are still many lines of Batch code being supported by large and small companies, and some tasks truly lend themselves to bat files more than any other language. And as for that lacking functionality—booleans, arrays, hash tables, stacks, even object-oriented design, and more—I’ll show you how to build it yourselves by the end of this book. But the most immediate reason for me personally to write a book about Batch scripting is that after two decades of writing bat files for personal and professional use, I believe that I’ve gotten to a place where I’ve learned enough about the topic to share my experiences and insights with a larger community.

Название: Reinforcement Learning for Finance: A Python-Based Introduction (Early Release)
Автор: Yves J. Hilpisch
Издательство: O’Reilly Media, Inc.
Год: 2024-03-27
Страниц: 153
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub
Размер: 10.1 MB

Reinforcement Learning (RL) has led to several breakthroughs in AI. The use of the Q-learning (DQL) algorithm alone has helped people develop agents that play arcade games and board games at a superhuman level. More recently, RL, DQL, and similar methods have gained popularity in publications related to financial research. This book is among the first to explore the use of Reinforcement Learning methods in finance. Author Yves Hilpisch, founder and CEO of The Python Quants, provides the background you need in concise fashion. ML practitioners, financial traders, portfolio managers, strategists, and analysts will focus on the implementation of these algorithms in the form of self-contained Python code and the application to important financial problems. “Bayesian Learning” discusses Bayesian learning as an example of learning through interaction. “Reinforcement Learning” presents breakthroughs in artificial intelligence that were made possible through reinforcement learning. It also describes the major building blocks of reinforcement learning. “Deep Q-Learning” explains the two major characteristics of deep Q-learning which is the most important algorithm for the remainder of the book.

Название: Game Testing: All in One, 3rd Edition
Автор: Charles P. Schultz, Robert Denton Bryant
Издательство: Mercury Learning and Information
Год: 2017
Страниц: 431
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf (true), epub
Размер: 20.1 MB

An updated version of the bestselling Game Testing All In One, Second Edition, this book equips the reader with the rationale for vigorous testing of game software, how game testing and the tester fit into the game development process, practical knowledge of tools to apply to game testing, game tester roles and responsibilities, and the measurements to determine game quality and testing progress. The reader is taken step-by-step through test design and other QA methods, using real game situations. The book includes content for the latest console games and the new crop of touch, mobile, and social games that have recently emerged. A companion DVD contains the tools used for the examples in the book and additional resources such as test table templates and generic flow diagrams to get started quickly with any game test project. Each chapter includes questions and exercises, making the book suitable for classroom use as well as a personal study or reference tool.

Название: Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployments
Автор: Sol Rashidi
Издательство: Wiley
Год: 2024
Страниц: 224
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub (true)
Размер: 10.4 MB

Practical and proven AI deployment strategies for non-technical business leaders. In Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployments, business executive and technologist Sol Rashidi delivers an insightful and practical discussion of how to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your company. Having helped IBM launch Watson in 2011, Sol has first-hand knowledge of the ups, downs, and change management intricacies that can help you with a successful deployment beyond all the AI hype. She walks you through various frameworks for how to establish your AI strategy, pick your use cases, prepare your non-technology teams, and overcome the most common obstacles standing in the way of successfully implementing AI in your business, based on her many years of deploying AI projects in businesses, which few can claim. Artificial Intelligence is one of the most promising new developments in technology since the advent of the Internet. But standing in the way of widespread business adoption is a lot of hype and a formidable learning curve and technical pre-requisites to understanding this exciting new technology. How is an everyday businessperson supposed to wrap their heads around such a complicated subject? Rashidi demystifies the subject of AI in a way that non-technical business leaders and C-suite executives can better comprehend and apply the technology in their own companies. Mercifully free of “tech-speak,” Your AI Survival Guide uncomplicates a complex topic with narratives and stories that anyone can understand.

Название: Python Programming: 4th Edition
Автор: Ajit Singh
Издательство: Independently published
Год: 2024
Страниц: 419
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf
Размер: 73.0 MB

Welcome to the world of Python programming! Whether you are a seasoned developer or just starting your journey into the realm of coding, this book aims to be your comprehensive guide to mastering Python, a versatile and powerful programming language. In this book, I will embark on a journey through the fundamentals of Python programming, covering everything from basic syntax to advanced topics. Whether you are looking to build simple scripts or complex applications, Python has the tools and libraries to help you bring your ideas to life. Chapter 1 introduces you to the basics of Python, including how to install Python on your system, set up your development environment, and run your first Python program. I will explore Python's simple and elegant syntax, which prioritizes readability and makes it easy to write and understand code. Chapter 2 delves into the fundamental building blocks of Python programming, including variables, data types, operators, and control flow structures. Understanding these concepts is crucial for writing effective and efficient Python code. Chapter 3 explores functions, one of the most powerful features of Python. You will learn how to define and call functions, work with arguments and return values, and leverage the flexibility of Python's function capabilities.

Автор: А. А. Грешилов
Название: Прикладные задачи математического программирования
Издательство: М:, МГТУ,
Год: 1990
Страниц: 189
Формат: PDF
Размер: 13 МБ
Рассматривается в популярной форме широкий круг задач математического программирования, возникающих в повседневной жизни (формирование семейного бюджета, организация досуга, составление диет, покупка автомобиля и т.д.), при разработке занимательных игр на компьютерах («военные» задачи), а также в производственной деятельности. Излагаются особенности этих задач и методы их решения, подробно описываются алгоритмы решения каждой задачи...

Название: Python for Web Development: Django & Flask Unchained
Автор: Hayden Van Der Post, Vincent Bisette
Издательство: Reactive Publishing
Год: 2024
Страниц: 425
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub, mobi
Размер: 10.1 MB

Unlock the full potential of web development with 'Python for Web Development: Django and Flask Unchained', the definitive guide to mastering two of Python's most powerful frameworks. Authored by Hayden van der Post, a recognized expert in the field, this book is your gateway to building robust, high-performance web applications with ease and efficiency. Dive into the depths of Django, the high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development and clean, pragmatic design. With Hayden's insightful examples and step-by-step walkthroughs, you'll learn how to harness Django's capabilities to create secure, scalable, and maintainable web projects. Transition seamlessly to the world of Flask, the micro-framework that has taken the industry by storm with its simplicity and flexibility. Whether you're developing a small web service or a complex web application, 'Python for Web Development' will show you how Flask's minimalistic approach can be expanded with extensions and blueprints to suit your project's needs. Each chapter is packed with real-world examples, best practices, and tips for success that Hayden has accumulated over years of programming experience. From database integration to authentication, from RESTful APIs to middleware, this book covers every aspect of web development with Python. Whether you're a beginner eager to start your journey in web development or a seasoned programmer looking to update your skill set, 'Python for Web Development: Django and Flask Unchained' is the perfect companion to elevate your coding expertise. Get ready to build high-quality, efficient web applications that stand the test of time.

Название: Artificial Intelligence with Microsoft Power BI: Simpler AI for the Enterprise
Автор: Jennifer Stirrup, Thomas J. Weinandy
Издательство: O’Reilly Media, Inc.
Год: 2024
Страниц: 473
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf (true)
Размер: 41.7 MB

Advance your Power BI skills by adding AI to your repertoire at a practice level. With this practical book, business-oriented software engineers and developers will learn the terminologies, practices, and strategy necessary to successfully incorporate AI into your business intelligence estate. Jen Stirrup, CEO of AI and BI leadership consultancy Data Relish, and Thomas Weinandy, research economist at Upside, show you how to use data already available to your organization. Springboarding from the skills that you already possess, this book adds AI to your organization's technical capability and expertise with Microsoft Power BI. By using your conceptual knowledge of BI, you'll learn how to choose the right model for your AI work and identify its value and validity. Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) in Power BI: Power BI invokes AutoML to create, train, and call machine learning models. You can consider this facility a low-code/no-code technology, meaning you don’t have to worry about being an experienced data scientist to use it. Instead, you are more concerned with using the resulting model to make valuable predictions while also taking care to validate the model’s accuracy. AutoML supports binary prediction, general classification, and regression models, and you can use these model types in Power BI.

Название: Basics of jаvascript: Unlock the Power of Web Programming
Автор: Programming Hub
Издательство: Programming Hub, Inc.
Год: 2024
Страниц: 216
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf
Размер: 42.7 MB

Embark on Your Programming Odyssey with "Basics of jаvascript: Unlock the Power of Web Programming". In the expansive universe of the internet, the power and versatility of jаvascript stand undisputed, marking its place as an indispensable tool for anyone aiming to craft interactive and dynamic web experiences. "Basics of jаvascript: Unlock the Power of Web Programming," meticulously penned by leading minds in web development, emerges as a comprehensive guide heralding a new era of web programming. This book is designed to welcome novices and seasoned coders alike into the captivating and logic-driven world of jаvascript programming. Whether you're determined to elevate your personal projects, fortify your professional portfolio, or contribute to creating a more interactive and engaged web for everyone, "Basics of jаvascript: Unlock the Power of Web Programming" offers an unparalleled dive into the tools, techniques, and thought processes central to jаvascript programming. Commence your journey into the stimulating world of web development, and let every page propel you closer to mastering the art of jаvascript programming. Be prepared to be transfixed by the dynamism and potential of web programming, where each concept mastered is a step towards becoming an architect of the digital age. The doorway to realizing the full expanse of web development potential is wide open. Dive into the vibrant world of jаvascript programming — your voyage of discovery commences now.

Название: Kotlin: An Illustrated Guide - The fun way to learn Kotlin programming, one concept at a time!
Автор: Dave Leeds
Издательство: Leanpub
Год: March 26, 2024 (v0.19.b)
Страниц: 376
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf (true)
Размер: 20.4 MB

Learn Kotlin programming the fun way, with oodles of illustrations and concrete explanations, in a book that steps through the concepts one at a time in order to help you build a solid mental model of the language. Whether you're new to Kotlin, or just looking to fill in some gaps of knowledge, Kotlin: An Illustrated Guide has got you covered! This book will take you through the fundamentals of Kotlin, gently introducing you to the core concepts of the language, in order to help you become a proficient Kotlin developer. Even if you’re a seasoned pro, it’s important to know the fundamentals in order to establish a solid foundation of understanding, so that you can be as effective as possible. If you’re interested in learning Kotlin development, this book is for you. Everyone has a unique experience - some readers are new to software development entirely, some are new to Kotlin development, and some are existing Kotlin developers who want a deeper understanding of certain language concepts.