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Science and technology have always been central to the plots that make up the world of Bond, and in Superspy Science Kathryn Harkup explores the full range of 007’s exploits and the arms, technologies, tactics and downfalls of his various foes. From the practicalities of building a volcano-based lair, to whether being covered in gold paint really will kill you, and—if your plan is to take over the world—whether it is better to use bacteria, bombs, or poison—this audiobook has all the answers and more.

Social Engineering: The Science of Human Hacking reveals the craftier side of the hacker's repertoire - why hack into something when you could just ask for access? Undetectable by firewalls and antivirus software, social engineering relies on human fault to gain access to sensitive spaces; in this book, renowned expert Christopher Hadnagy explains the most commonly used techniques that fool even the most robust security personnel and reveals how these techniques have been used in the past.

Data science experts Foster Provost and Tom Fawcett, Data Science for Business introduces the fundamental principles of data science, and walks you through the "data-analytic thinking" necessary for extracting useful knowledge and business value from the data you collect. This guide also helps you understand the many data-mining techniques in use today.

Learn Computer Science On the Go is an audiobook meticulously crafted for anyone interested in the vast world of computer science. This comprehensive guide is tailored to cater to a wide audience, from beginners to those looking to refresh their knowledge. The audiobook begins by laying a solid foundation, introducing listeners to fundamental concepts and terminologies in an easily digestible format. It then progresses into the intricacies of programming languages, offering insights into their varied applications and nuances.

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, from machine learning to deep neural networks & opportunities in AI. This book explores how AI is transforming industries and includes exclusive bonus content for my devoted readers at the end of the book. Whether you're a tech pro or just starting to explore AI, this book is your ultimate guide to understanding and harnessing the power of this transformative technology.

The first time I used a computer, it intrigued me to know how these interfaces work. In this audiobook, you’ll learn the same way I did.

The world of computers is growing at an unrecordable rate every day. Computers are the most influential tools in our lives. They are our present and future. Most users see a computer at the front and use the graphical user interfaces. The first time I used a computer, it intrigued me to know how these interfaces work. In this book, you will learn the same way I did.

xGenius explores the interplay between analysis, tactics, and decision-making. It seeks to put the sport of football under the microscope with the aim of getting closer to the ultimate truth of what makes players, managers and teams successful. What, ultimately, wins football matches. Packed with examples from the Premier League and beyond, xGenius shows how xG and other performance analysis tools are helping answer previously unanswerable questions.

In 24 thought-provoking lectures designed for nonscientists, this course explores today's exciting field of genomics, the study of the vast storehouse of information contained within chromosomes. Your professor is Princeton University biologist Lee M. Silver, an acclaimed teacher, scientist, and author of popular books on biotechnology, genetics, and their impact on society.

Sunday Times best-selling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, Bill Bryson, teams up with The Science Museum to celebrate the ideas and inventions of the incurably curious.

Le lancement de ChatGPT, fin 2022, a inauguré le tournant intellectuel et créatif de l'intelligence artificielle. Désormais, il est demandé à des systèmes de prendre le relais de nos facultés les plus fondamentales – en premier lieu celle de produire du langage et des symboles. Comment ne pas saisir l'ampleur des conséquences sociales, culturelles et civilisationnelles induites ? Celles-ci sont principalement de trois ordres. Premièrement, il est mis entre les mains de tous des technologies générant un pseudo-langage, car mathématisé, statistique et standardisé, appelé à devenir hégémonique.

Classic Computer Science Problems in Python sharpens your CS problem-solving skills with time-tested scenarios, exercises, and algorithms, using Python. You'll tackle dozens of coding challenges, ranging from simple tasks like binary search algorithms to clustering data using k-means. You'll especially enjoy the feeling of satisfaction as you crack problems that connect computer science to the real-world concerns of apps, data, performance, and even nailing your next job interview!

Did you know the value of data usage has increased job opportunities but that there are few specialists? These days, everyone is aware of the role data can play, whether it is an election, business, or education. But how can you start working in a wide interdisciplinary field that is occupied with so much hype? This audiobook presents you with a step-by-step approach to data science as well as secrets only known by the best data scientists.

Marketing Principles Plus AI traces the evolution of marketing from ancient trade and storytelling to the age of algorithms, revealing how the timeless principles of persuasion—attention, trust, empathy, and storytelling—adapt to each technological era.

The Secret Science of Games is an accessible and entertaining guide to the hidden role of science in making games more fun. User experience (UX) research is a vital part of the story of how video games have become a cultural juggernaut, but game developers generally don’t speak publicly about how data shapes game design and game development.

Are you curious about the future of computing but confused about where to start? Are you fascinated by the quantum buzz but intimidated by dense academic jargon? I'm here to guide you through the fascinating universe of quantum tech, in the simplest way possible. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, software developer, eager student, or an innovator at heart, this book is tailored for minds like yours. I've translated qubits, quantum gates, and superposition in a refreshingly easy way, so you don't need a PhD to come along for the ride.

Becoming a Data Head is a complete guide for data science in the workplace: covering everything from the personalities you’ll work with to the math behind the algorithms. The authors have spent years in data trenches and sought to create a fun, approachable, and eminently bingeable book. Anyone can become a Data Head—an active participant in data science, statistics, and machine learning. Whether you're a business professional, engineer, executive, or aspiring data scientist, this book is for you.

Are you looking for an ultimate python step-by step guide in an efficient way? Do you want to implement a variety of supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms and techniques quickly and accurately? If you cannot wait to explore the fundamental concepts and entire process on python data science, listen to this audiobook! You will start by learning the basics of working with Python and the wide variety of data science packages and extensions. You will be guided on how to setup you work environment before diving into the world of data science.

Could extinct species, like mammoths and passenger pigeons, be brought back to life? The science says yes. In How to Clone a Mammoth, Beth Shapiro, evolutionary biologist and pioneer in "ancient DNA" research, walks listeners through the astonishing and controversial process of de-extinction.