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Ultimate figma for UI/UX design : Transform your UI/UX design, craft user-centric interfaces, and create stunning experiences with ease

Sharma, Aditi.

Electronic book. Included Index. Crack the Code to Solving Customer Problems with Exceptional User Experience Designs Powered by Figma. Key Features ● Provides a practical understanding of Figma for diverse design projects. ● Structured, easy-to-understand approach for all skill and language levels. ● Hands-on exercises simulate real-world workflows for industry readiness. ● Guidance on creating a standout design portfolio with Figma projects. Book Description Figma is a powerful, collaborative design tool that has transformed the UI/UX design process. With its intuitive interface and advanced features, it enables seamless collaboration and the creation of exceptional user experiences, making it the go-to choice for designers. Ultimate Figma for UX/UI Design guides you through Figma's capabilities, covering everything from the basics to advanced features, collaboration, and real-world applications. Each chapter includes hands-on exercises and examples to reinforce learning, covering topics such as Figma's interface, design principles (shapes, colors, typography), UI element design, interactive prototypes, real-time collaboration, plugin integration, responsive design, and more. This book offers a structured approach for professionals at all design skill levels. Readers will gain tips, tricks, and best practices to enhance their efficiency, collaboration, and design skills, opening doors to success in UX design. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, this guide equips you to excel with Figma and become a proficient UX designer. Unlock your full design potential-dive into Ultimate Figma for UX/UI Design and start crafting exceptional user experiences today! What you will learn ● Master Figma, from conceptualizing designs to creating interactive prototypes. ● Learn human-centered design through a complete, practical end-to-end workflow. ● Understand customer needs and facilitate collaborative design workshops effectively. ● Create detailed wireframes, refine visual elements, and deliver precise code specs. ● Build a professional UX portfolio through real-world assignments and projects. ● Explore advanced Figma tips, tricks, and productivity shortcuts for efficiency. Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Figma 2. Understanding Design Principles in Figma 3. Mastering the Figma Interface 4. Designing UI in Figma 5. Prototyping and Iterating User Interface Design 6. Advanced Design Techniques in Figma 7. Collaboration and Team Workflows 8. Integrating Plugins and External Tools 9. Designing Responsively for Multiple Devices 10. Real-World Projects and Case Studies Index.

Date Published:2025

Git : Project management for developers and devops teams

Oggl, Bernd.

Includes index. Table of Contents Git in Ten Minutes Learning by Doing Basic Principles of Git Data Analysis in the Git Repository GitHub GitLab Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, Gitea, and Gitolite Workflows Working Techniques Git in Real Life Git Problems and Their Solutions Command Reference. Learn Git from scratch to advanced topics, including GitHub integration, branching, error troubleshooting, and using platforms like GitLab for version control in development environments. Key Features Covers Git installation, basic commands, and essential workflows for beginners Detailed exploration of advanced Git features like rebasing, hooks, and submodules Practical troubleshooting guide to address common Git errors and conflicts Book Description This practical guide is designed to take you from Git beginner to advanced user. Starting with installation and configuration, it covers the essential Git commands you'll need to create and manage repositories, track changes, and work with branches and commits. These fundamental concepts set the stage for more complex workflows and efficient version control management. The book then explores advanced features, such as using platforms like GitHub and GitLab for remote repositories. You'll learn how to collaborate with others through pull requests, set up continuous integration pipelines, and implement automation using hooks. The guide also includes advanced techniques like rebasing and working with submodules, helping you streamline your workflow and manage larger projects effectively. The final sections focus on troubleshooting common Git errors, from merge conflicts to authentication issues. Practical solutions and best practices ensure you can resolve problems quickly and efficiently. The book wraps up with a comprehensive Git command reference, making it a go-to resource for both new users and experienced developers. Whether you're working solo or in teams, this book will help you master version control with confidence. What you will learn Master the fundamentals of Git for version control and workflows Set up and configure Git on various operating systems Work with repositories on GitHub and GitLab platforms Manage branches and handle merge conflicts effectively Implement advanced Git features like hooks and submodules Troubleshoot common Git errors and find solutions Who this book is for This book is ideal for developers, DevOps engineers, and technical teams seeking to improve their Git skills. Beginners can start from scratch with Git's fundamentals, while experienced users can dive deeper into advanced workflows. A basic understanding of programming concepts is recommended but not mandatory. For those looking to enhance team collaboration and automate workflows, this guide is perfect. It's also suitable for individuals aiming to master version control in a professional environment or contribute to open-source projects using GitHub, GitLab, and other platforms.

Date Published:2023

Tensorflow 2.0 : Pocket primer

Campesato, Oswald.

Includes bibliographical references and index. Frontmatter Contents Preface Chapter 1: Introduction to Tensorflow Chapter 2: Useful Tensorflow Apis Chapter 3: Tensorflow Datasets Chapter 4: Linear Regression Chapter 5: Logistic Regression Index. A compact guide to mastering TensorFlow 2, covering essential APIs, datasets, and practical applications for efficient machine learning and deep learning projects. Key Features • Comprehensive guide to TensorFlow 2 • Practical examples and code samples • Companion files with source code and figures Book Description 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.What you will learn • Master TensorFlow 2 APIs • Implement linear regression • Work with classifiers • Use TensorFlow 2 datasets • Understand eager execution • Convert TF 1.x code to TF 2 Who this book is for Developers with a basic understanding of Python and machine learning concepts will find this book ideal. It assumes familiarity with basic programming and data handling. Prior knowledge of TensorFlow 1.x is beneficial but not required.

Date Published:2020

Supercharge power BI : Power BI is better when you learn to writr dax

Allington, Matt.

Includes index. Intro; Appendix_A:_Answers_to_Practice_Exercise; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Getting Power BI Desktop; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Loading Data from a New Source; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Joining Tables in Power BI Desktop; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Making Changes to a Table That Is Already Loaded; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Deleting Steps in a Query; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Importing New Tables; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Changing the File Location of an Existing Connection; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Inserting a Matrix; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Writing Measures; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Increasing Font Size; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Using IntelliSense; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Editing Measures. Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Adding Comments to MeasuresHereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Creating New Pages in Power BI; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Changing Display Names in Visuals; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Word Wrapping in a Visual; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Applying Conditional Formatting; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Drilling Through Rows in a Matrix; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Moving an Existing Measure to a Different Home Table; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Creating a Day Type Calculated Column; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Changing the MonthName Sort Order; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Using ALLEXCEPT(); Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Turning Off Auto Date/Time; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Manually Adding Data to Power BI; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Using What-If. Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Solving Practice Exercise 70Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Creating a Morphing Switch Measure; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Applying Banding; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Editing a Table Previously Created with Enter Data; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Deleting Interim Calculated Columns; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Adding a Budget Table; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Publishing a Report to PowerBI.com; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Using Analyze in Excel; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Converting a Pivot Table to Cube Formulas; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Writing CUBEVALUE() from Scratch; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Applying Filters to Cube Formulas; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Adding a Slicer Without a Pivot Table. Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Connecting a Slicer to a Cube FormulaHereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Importing Excel Power Pivot Workbooks to Power BI Desktop; Hereâ#x80;#x99;s How: Writing Measures; Introduction; 1: Concept: Introduction to Data Modelling; 2: Concept: Loading Data; 3: Concept: Measures; 4: DAX Topic: SUM(), COUNT(), COUNTROWS(), MIN(), MAX(), COUNTBLANK(), and DIVIDE(); 5: Concept: Filter Propagation; 6: Concept: Lookup Tables and Data Tables; 7: DAX Topic: The Basic Iterators SUMX() and AVERAGEX(); 8: DAX Topic: Calculated Columns; 9: DAX Topic: CALCULATE(); 10: Concept: Evaluation Context and Context Transition. 11: DAX Topic: IF(), SWITCH(), and FIND()12: DAX Topic: VALUES(), HASONEVALUE(), SELECTEDVALUE(), and CONCATENATEX(); 13: DAX Topic: ALL(), ALLEXCEPT(), and ALLSELECTED(); 14: DAX Topic: FILTER(); 15: DAX Topic: Time Intelligence; 16: DAX Topic: RELATED() and RELATEDTABLE(); 17: Concept: Disconnected Tables; 18: Concept: Multiple Data Tables; 19: Concept: Using Analyze in Excel and Cube Formulas; 20: Transferring Your Skills to Excel; 21: Next Steps on Your DAX Journey; Appendix A: Answers to Practice Exercises; Table of Here's How Sections; Index. Supercharge your Power BI skills with DAX! This guide empowers Power BI users to master Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), enhancing their Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities in Power BI, Power Pivot, and Excel. Updated for the new Power BI Ribbon interface, this third edition bridges the gap for users seeking to leverage DAX for effective data modeling and analysis. Learn to write DAX formulas, create interactive reports, and solve real-world business reporting challenges. Discover how to acquire, model, and visualize data effectively, and transfer your DAX skills across platforms. With practical examples and step-by-step instructions, this resource equips you to: Master DAX for data modeling Create interactive, engaging reports Solve business reporting problems efficiently Target Audience: Business analysts, Excel users, and BI practitioners aiming to elevate their Power BI expertise. Power BI is a self-service (and enterprise) Business Intelligence (BI) tool that facilitates data acquisition, modeling, and visualization―and the skills needed to succeed with Power BI are fully transferable to Microsoft Excel. There are three learning areas required to master everything Power BI Desktop has to offer: TheM Language, The DAX Language, and analysis. Super Charge Power BI clearly explains the necessary concepts while at the same time giving hands-on practice to engage the reader and help new knowledge stick.

Date Published:2021

Supercharge excel : When you learn to write dax for power pivot

Allington, Matt.

Includes index. Intro; Supercharge Excel; Introduction; 1: Concept: Introduction to Data Modelling; 2: Concept: Loading Data; 3: Concept: Measures; 4: DAX Topic: SUM(), COUNT(), COUNTROWS(), MIN(), MAX(), COUNTBLANK(), and DIVIDE(); 5: Concept: Filter Propagation; 6: Concept: Lookup Tables and Data Tables; 7: DAX Topic: The Basic Iterators SUMX() and AVERAGEX(); 8: DAX Topic: Calculated Columns; 9: DAX Topic: CALCULATE(); 10: Concept: Evaluation Context and Context Transition; 11: DAX Topic: IF(), SWITCH(), and FIND(); 12: DAX Topic: VALUES() and HASONEVALUE() 13: DAX Topic: ALL(), ALLEXCEPT(), and ALLSELECTED()14: DAX Topic: FILTER(); 15: DAX Topic: Time Intelligence; 16: DAX Topic: RELATED() and RELATEDTABLE(); 17: Concept: Disconnected Tables; 18: Concept: KPIs; 19: Concept: Multiple Data Tables; 20: Concept: Cube Formulas; 21: Moving from Excel to Power BI; 22: Next Steps on Your DAX Journey; Appendix A: Answers to Practice Exercises; Index. An active reading experience to learn DAX Power Pivot is an embedded database that significantly improves the business intelligence (BI) reporting an analytics capabilities of Microsoft Excel (versions 2010 and above). Data analysis expressions (DAX) is the formula language of Power Pivot. Learning the DAX language is key to empower Excel users so they can take advantage of these new BI capabilities, however unfortunately simply reading a book is normally not enough for Excel users to learn the DAX language - most people will also need some practice. Learn to Write DAX is different to other books - it is written in such a way to clearly explain the concepts of Power Pivot while at the same time giving hands-on practice to deeply engage the reader and to help the new knowledge and concepts stick. The book first presents the theory, then provides worked through sample exercises demonstrating each of the concepts, and finally it provides the reader with practice exercises and answers to maximize learning retention. This is the second edition of the book Learn to Write DAX. This second edition has been updated for the Excel 2016 user interface while still providing a bridge for readers wanting to learn DAX in the Excel environment and then transfer their new DAX skills across to Power BI.

Date Published:2018

Software testing with generative ai

Winteringham, Mark.

Software Testing with Generative AI shows you how AI can elevate every aspect of testing—automation, test data management, test scripting, exploratory testing, and more! Learn how to use AI coding tools like Copilot to guide test-driven development, get relevant feedback about your applications from ChatGPT, and use the OpenAI API to integrate AI into your data generation. You’ll soon have higher-quality testing that takes up less of your time.

Date Published:2025

GitHub actions in action : Continuous integration and delivery for DevOps

Kaufman, Michael.

GitHub Actions in Action teaches you how to build automated delivery pipelines in GitHub. You’ll start with simple examples that demonstrate workflow and action basics, and then you’ll dive into platform architecture, security, and workflow runtime details. As you go, you’ll build a full CI/CD pipeline, optimizing for compliance, performance, and costs. You’ll even create shareable actions for the GitHub marketplace.

Date Published:2025

Engineering secure devices : A practical guide for embedded system architects and developers

Merli, Dominik.

Includes index. Secure development process Cryptography Random number generators Cryptographic implementations Confidential data storage and secure memory Secure device identity Secure communication Secure boot and system integrity Secure firmware update Robust device architecture Access control and management System monitoring. A practical guide to designing secure embedded computer systems. Covers key embedded security components like random number generators, cryptographic algorithms, and secure data storage. Later chapters explore advanced concepts such as secure boot and firmware updates, access control, and system monitoring. Features case studies and implementation examples throughout"-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2024

Practical iot hacking : The definitive guide to attacking the internet of things

Chantzis, Fotios.

Included Index. A guide to hacking internet of things (IoT) systems, such as medical devices, home assistants, and smart objects. Explores vulnerabilities and security flaws found in these devices and explains the protocols they use to communicate over networks. Includes practical exercises and hands-on examples"--Provided by publisher-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2021

Learning deep learning : Theory and practical of neural networks, computer vision, natural language processing, and transformers using tensorflow

Ekman, Magnus.

Included Index. Learning Deep Learning is a complete guide to DL. Illuminating both the core concepts and the hands-on programming techniques needed to succeed, this text can be used for students with prior programming experience but with no prior machine learning or statistics experience. After introducing the essential building blocks of deep neural networks, such as artificial neurons and fully connected, convolutional, and recurrent layers, Ekman shows how to use them to build advanced architectures, including the Transformer. He describes how these concepts are used to build modern networks for computer vision and natural language processing (NLP), including Mask R-CNN, GPT, and BERT. And he explains a natural language translator and a system generating natural language descriptions of images. Throughout, Ekman provides concise, well-annotated code examples using TensorFlow with Keras. Corresponding PyTorch examples are provided online, and the book thereby covers the two dominating Python libraries for DL used in industry and academia. He concludes with an introduction to neural architecture search (NAS), exploring important ethical issues and providing resources for further learning." - publisher's website.

Date Published:2022

Discovering mathematics : A problem solving approach to mathematical analysis with mathematica and maple

Gregor, Jiri.

Date Published:2011

E commerce 2023 2024 : Business technology society

Laudon, Kenneth C.

Auf dem Umschlag: E-commerce 2023-2024.

Date Published:2024

The Cambridge handbook of world englishes

The plural form 'Englishes' conveys the diversity of English as a global language, pinpointing the growth and existence of a large number of national, regional and social forms. The global spread of English and the new varieties that have emerged around the world has grown to be a vast area of study and research, which intersects multiple disciplines. This Handbook provides a comprehensive and authoritative survey of World Englishes from 1600 to the present day. Covering topics such as variationist sociolinguistics, pragmatics, contact linguistics, linguistic anthropology, corpus- and applied linguistics and language history, it combines discussion of traditional topics with a variety of innovative approaches. The chapters, all written by internationally acclaimed authorities, provide up-to-date discussions of the evolution of different Englishes around the globe, a comprehensive coverage of different models and approaches, and some original perspectives on current challenges.

Date Published:2020

The Routledge handbook of world englishes

The Routledge Handbook of World Englishes constitutes a comprehensive introduction to the study of World Englishes. Split into six sections with 40 contributions, this Handbook discusses how English is operating in a wide range of fields from business to popular culture and from education to new literatures in English and its increasing role as an international lingua franca. Bringing together more than 40 of the world’s leading scholars in World Englishes, the sections cover historical perspectives, regional varieties of English from across the world, recent and emerging trends and the pedagogical implications and the future of Englishes. The Handbook provides a thorough and updated overview of the field, taking into account the new directions in which the discipline is heading. This second edition includes up-to-date descriptions of a wide range of varieties of English and how these reflect the cultures of their new users, including new chapters on varieties in Bangladesh, Uganda, the Maldives and South Africa, as well as covering hot topics such as translanguaging and English after Brexit. With a new substantial introduction from the editor, the Handbook is an ideal resource for students of applied linguistics, as well as those in related degrees such as applied English language and TESOL/TEFL.

Date Published:2021

Global englishes for language teaching

Rose, Heath

The spread of English as a global language has resulted in the emergence of a number of related fields of research within applied linguistics, including English as an International Language, English as a Lingua Franca, and World Englishes. Here, Heath Rose and Nicola Galloway consolidate this work by exploring how the global spread of English has impacted TESOL, uniting similar movements in second language acquisition, such as translanguaging and the multilingual turn. They build on a number of concrete proposals for change and innovation in English language teaching practice, whilst offering a detailed examination of how to incorporate a Global Englishes perspective into the multiple faces of TESOL, putting research-informed practice at the forefront. Global Englishes for Language Teaching is a ground-breaking attempt to unite discussions on the pedagogical implications of the global spread of English into a single text for researchers and practicing teachers.

Date Published:2019

Language and computers

Dickinson, Markus.

Language and Computers introduces students to the fundamentals of how computers are used to represent, process, and organize textual and spoken information. Concepts are grounded in real-world examples familiar to students’ experiences of using language and computers in everyday life. A real-world introduction to the fundamentals of how computers process language, written specifically for the undergraduate audience, introducing key concepts from computational linguistics. Offers a comprehensive explanation of the problems computers face in handling natural language Covers a broad spectrum of language-related applications and issues, including major computer applications involving natural language and the social and ethical implications of these new developments The book focuses on real-world examples with which students can identify, using these to explore the technology and how it works Features “under-the-hood” sections that give greater detail on selected advanced topics, rendering the book appropriate for more advanced courses, or for independent study by the motivated reader.

Date Published:2013

Ecolinguistics : language, ecology and the stories we live by

Stibbe, Arran

Ecolinguistics: Language, Ecology and the Stories We Live By is a ground-breaking book which reveals the stories that underpin unequal and unsustainable societies and searches for inspirational forms of language that can help rebuild a kinder, more ecological world. This new edition has been updated and expanded to bring together the latest ecolinguistic studies with new theoretical insights and practical analyses. The book presents a theoretical framework and practical tools for analysing the key texts which shape the society we live in. The theory is illustrated through examples, including the representation of environmental refugees in the media; the construction of the selfish consumer in economics textbooks; the parallels between climate change denial and coronavirus denial; the erasure of nature in the Sustainable Development Goals; creation myths and how they orient people towards the natural world; and inspirational forms of language in nature writing, Japanese haiku and Native American writing. This edition provides an updated theoretical framework, new example analyses, and an additional chapter on narratives. Accompanied by a free online course with videos, PowerPoints, notes and exercises (www.storiesweliveby.org.uk), as well as a comprehensive glossary, this is essential reading for undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers working in the areas of Discourse Analysis, Environmental Studies and Communication Studies.

Date Published:2021

Ecolinguistics and emplacement : language, languaging and place

This edited volume contributes to recent theoretical work in ecolinguistics that treats language as, not about nature, but of nature. Through a dialogical interplay of theoretical and empirical work, the chapters apply ecological concepts of language, languaging, and emplacement to a multiplicity of issues, settings, and place-worlds. Empirically, the chapters meander through a universe of chimpanzees engaged in problem solving, children playing marbles, political constitutions, agricultural dictionaries, Sicilian nature reserves, children’s experiences of devastating outbreaks of foot and mouth disease, expressions of sorrow across closed borders, and the linguistic conquest of uninhabited islands. By attending to locale, sense of place, and location across this diversity, the volume evokes new empirical, methodological, and practical horizons that allow ecolinguists to ask how people and their emplacement are affected by language and languaging, and how the effects of practices impact on, not just human lifeworlds, but also trillions of bioecologies. This book will be of interest to students and scholars interested in ecolinguistics, discourse analysis, applied linguistics, language contact, environmental humanities, and human and social geography.

Date Published:2026

Discourse and social change

Fairclough, Norman

Discourse and Social Change Now available in paperback, this book is a critical introduction to discourse analysis as it is practised in a variety of different disciplines today, from linguistics and sociolinguistics to sociology and cultural studies. The author shows how concern with the analysis of discourse can be combined, in a systematic and fruitful way, with an interest in broader problems of social analysis and social change. Fairclough provides a concise and critical review of the methods and results of discourse analysis, discussing the descriptive work of linguists and conversation analysts as well as the more historically and theoretically oriented work of Michel Foucault. He develops an original framework for discourse analysis which firmly situates discourse in a broader context of social relations bringing together text analysis, the analysis of processes of text production and interpretation, and the social analysis of discourse events.

Date Published:1992

Corpus linguistics for world englishes : a guide for research

Lange, Claudia

Corpus Linguistics for World Englishes offers a detailed account of how to analyse the many fascinating varieties of English around the world using corpus-linguistic methods. Employing case studies for illustration of relevant concepts and methods throughout, this book: introduces the theory and practice of analysing World Englishes illustrates the basics of corpus-linguistic methods and presents the vast World Englishes corpora links World Englishes to Learner Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca offers practical, hands-on exercises and questions for discussion in each chapter provides helpful overviews and course syllabi for students and instructors. Corpus Linguistics for World Englishes is key reading for advanced students of English as a World Language and Corpus Linguistics, as well as anyone keen to understand variation in World Englishes with the help of corpus linguistics.

Date Published:2020