Sculpting in ZBrush Made Simple
Written by 'House of the Dragon' sculptor Lukas Kutschera, jumpstart your sculpting career and learn how to use the industry's most effective modeling and sculpting tools to create AAA-quality characters, props, and lifelike portraitsKey Features: - Shine in a professional environment with three practical projects and vital design and portfolio tips through this part-color guide- Explore organic modeling, concept sculpting, and character creation workflows- Discover tools and techniques employed by professionals from the games, VFX and collectibles industries- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: Embark on a creative journey with ZBrush, the leading software for creating characters, creatures, and props in films, games, and 3D printing. This guide will take you through its powerful yet user-friendly workflows, allowing you to explore its dynamic organic sculpting, painting, and hard-surface modeling tools.The first part of this book is dedicated to helping you become familiar with ZBrush's user interface and learning the very basics, from sculpting brushes and painting the model with Polypaint to setting up lights and rendering images. You'll also create a demon bust with the help of ZBrush's concept sculpting tool, DynaMesh. In the second part, you'll get to grips with the creation of a humanoid character that is optimized for 3D printing. Focusing on anatomy, poly-modeling, and preparing the model for 3D printing, you'll acquire the skills essential for sculptors. The final part delves into portrait sculpting, where you'll learn everything from basic facial anatomy to hair creation with FiberMesh.By the end of this book, you'll have developed the expertise necessary to succeed in the ever-evolving world of 3D character modeling, complemented by portfolio and social media tips for showcasing your standout work.What You Will Learn: - Enhance your sculpting skills to craft a variety of organic and hard surface objects- Create humanoid characters, focusing on basic anatomy and proportions- Explore sculpting techniques for intricate details in human heads and hair- Sculpt objects such as armor, clothing, and accessories- Create custom brushes to enhance your sculpting workflow- Develop skills in detailing and surfacing to add texture and depth to your sculpts- Use Polypaint and Materials to add color and enhance your sculptures- Render and export your sculpts to share them with othersWho this book is for: This book is for 3D artists, digital sculptors, modelers, and anyone looking to learn the ZBrush software. It's a valuable resource for professionals switching to ZBrush or looking to broaden their skill set.While prior ZBrush experience and artistic abilities will prove beneficial, they're not prerequisites to understand the content covered. The book covers common and essential ZBrush workflows, making it ideal for both beginner and intermediate artists looking to explore the extensive capabilities of ZBrush.Table of Contents- Getting Started with ZBrush- Sculpting a Demon Bust with DynaMesh- Exploring the Gizmo, PolyGroups, and Masking- Exploring Brushes and Alphas- Creating an Optimized Mesh Using ZRemesher and ZProject- Texturing your Sculpture with Materials, Polypaint, and UVs- Lighting and Rendering Your Model- Sculpting Human Anatomy- Creating Costumes, Armor, and Accessories with Classic Modeling Techniques- Preparing and Exporting our Model for 3D Printing- Sculpting a Female Head- Adding Skin Detail, Sculpting Hair, and Using FiberMesh- Building a Portfolio and Leveraging Social Media
Enhancing User Experience in Dating Apps through Gamification
Bachelor Thesis from the year 2023 in the subject Computer Science - Applied, grade: 2,0, language: English, abstract: The integration of game mechanics into non-game-related environments, also known as gamification, has gained increased attention in recent years. This practice can have a significant impact on the user experience in different contexts. In the past, gamification was mainly researched in the field of education. However, with the rise of dating apps, there has recently been an opportunity to use gamification as a promising way to improve the user experience in this particular context. This thesis focuses on the central research question: "How does the integration of gamification elements impact the overall user experience in dating apps?". To answer this question, three different prototypes for an iPhone application were developed. These prototypes are based on the well-known dating app "Tinder" and mainly focus on the user interface while "swiping". One of the prototypes doesn't contain any additional gamification elements, while another prototype has integrated progress bars and a third prototype has integrated sound effects. In total 50 subjects were recruited to test the prototypes. Subsequently, the participants filled out a questionnaire that included both specially developed questions and questions from the "User Experience Questionnaire Short (UEQ-S)" by Schrepp et al. (2017). The quantitative data collected was analysed to assess the impact of gamification elements on the user experience. The results of this research showed that the integration of sound effects resulted in an 8% increase in user experience, while the integration of a progress bar resulted in a significant improvement of 25%. These findings highlight the positive impact of gamification elements in dating apps and provide valuable insights for the development of future applications in this area. This thesis therefore contributes to the in-depth investigation of gamificat
A Decision Procedure Approach to Linux Modules Dependency
Technical Report from the year 2015 in the subject Computer Science - Software, grade: 12, course: Operating systems, language: English, abstract: This report focuses on the dependency resolution mechanism between modules for the Linux kernel. The reasoning concerns how to express dependency relation in propositional logic, based on different Linux kernel modules. It is around this topic that further development will be held. The reasoning will concern how to express this dependency relation in propositional logic. To establish a development, an analysis of the kbuild system is performed. The goal is to identify how and what are the elements that take part in the dependency tracking mechanism. The kbuild is a framework providing tools to construct the kernel. It can be declined into two main component: the kconfig files and makefiles. These are the elements that are responsible for handling dependency. Logic is used to express a proof i.e., the correctness of a reasoning. To do so, a proof assistant viz., Coq is used. A decision procedure is a mechanism that resolves a problem by answering it using yes or no.
Solid Edge 2024 Basics and Beyond (COLORED)
In this comprehensive guide, "Solid Edge 2024 Basics and Beyond," students and practicing engineers will find a clear and detailed introduction to 3D modeling using Solid Edge 2024. The book covers both ordered and synchronous modeling tools, presenting topics in a step-by-step format with practical examples and exercises at the end of each chapter.Whether you're new to Solid Edge or looking to enhance your skills, the author provides insights into the unique Synchronous Modeling tools, enabling quick and efficient design concept creation and editing. Numerous computer screenshots are utilized to explain software features, making it easy for readers to follow along.Discover the rich set of tools that Solid Edge offers, especially the Synchronous Modeling tools designed to streamline the design process. Learn to create and edit design concepts swiftly while keeping the final design intent in mind. The book emphasizes understanding the rules of the software to prevent errors, making it an essential resource for those beginning their Solid Edge journey.Table of Contents1. Getting Started with Solid Edge 20242. Sketch Techniques3. Extrude and Revolve Features4. Placed Features5. Patterned Geometry6. Sweep Features7. Loft Features8. Additional Features and Multibody Parts9. Modifying Parts10. Assemblies11. Drawings12. Sheet Metal Design13. Surface Design14. Subdivision modeling
Autodesk Revit 2024
The objective of the Autodesk(R) Revit(R) 2024: Site Planning and Design guide is to enable users who have worked with the Autodesk Revit software to understand concepts and tools related to site planning and design. This guide covers the Revit coordinate system, which is used to coordinate multiple files in a single project, as well as the elements and tools that are used to create toposolids for site work. Topics Covered Site PlanningUnderstanding the Revit coordinate system, positioning, true north, and project north.Linking files.Relocating the project elevation.Working with shared coordinates by acquiring and publishing coordinates.Exporting Revit models to .DWG. Site DesignCreating toposolids.Adding property lines.Modifying toposolids by creating sub-divides, splitting surfaces, and grading.Annotating site plans and adding site components. PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.1 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).Knowledge of the basic techniques of the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software covered in the Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Architecture guide.
Autodesk Revit 2024
The objective of the Autodesk(R) Revit(R) 2024: Site Planning and Design guide is to enable users who have worked with the Autodesk Revit software to understand concepts and tools related to site planning and design. This guide covers the Revit coordinate system, which is used to coordinate multiple files in a single project, as well as the elements and tools that are used to create toposolids for site work. Topics Covered Site PlanningUnderstanding the Revit coordinate system, positioning, true north, and project north.Linking files.Relocating the project elevation.Working with shared coordinates by acquiring and publishing coordinates.Exporting Revit models to .DWG. Site DesignCreating toposolids.Adding property lines.Modifying toposolids by creating sub-divides, splitting surfaces, and grading.Annotating site plans and adding site components. PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.1 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).Knowledge of the basic techniques of the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software covered in the Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Architecture guide.
An Introduction to Image Classification
Image classification is a critical component in computer vision tasks and has numerous applications. Traditional methods for image classification involve feature extraction and classification in feature space. Current state-of-the-art methods utilize end-to-end learning with deep neural networks, where feature extraction and classification are integrated into the model. Understanding traditional image classification is important because many of its design concepts directly correspond to components of a neural network. This knowledge can help demystify the behavior of these networks, which may seem opaque at first sight. The book starts from introducing methods for model-driven feature extraction and classification, including basic computer vision techniques for extracting high-level semantics from images. A brief overview of probabilistic classification with generative and discriminative classifiers is then provided. Next, neural networks are presented as a means to learn a classification model directly from labeled sample images, with individual components of the network discussed. The relationships between network components and those of a traditional designed model are explored, and different concepts for regularizing model training are explained. Finally, various methods for analyzing what a network has learned are covered in the closing section of the book. The topic of image classification is presented as a thoroughly curated sequence of steps that gradually increase understanding of the working of a fully trainable classifier. Practical exercises in Python/Keras/Tensorflow have been designed to allow for experimental exploration of these concepts. In each chapter, suitable functions from Python modules are briefly introduced to provide students with the necessary tools to conduct these experiments.
Computational Principles of Mobile Robotics
Now in its third edition, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to the multidisciplinary field of mobile robotics, which lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational vision, and traditional robotics. Written for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in computer science and engineering, the book covers algorithms for a range of strategies for locomotion, sensing, and reasoning. The new edition includes recent advances in robotics and intelligent machines, including coverage of human-robot interaction, robot ethics, and the application of advanced AI techniques to end-to-end robot control and specific computational tasks. This book also provides support for a number of algorithms using ROS 2, and includes a review of critical mathematical material and an extensive list of sample problems. Researchers as well as students in the field of mobile robotics will appreciate this comprehensive treatment of state-of-the-art methods and key technologies.
AI
Delving into the deeply enigmatic nature of Artificial Intelligence (AI), AI: Unexplainable, Unpredictable, Uncontrollable explores the various reasons why the field is so challenging. Written by one of the founders of the field of AI safety, this book addresses some of the most fascinating questions facing humanity, including the nature of intelligence, consciousness, values and knowledge.Moving from a broad introduction to the core problems, such as the unpredictability of AI outcomes or the difficulty in explaining AI decisions, this book arrives at more complex questions of ownership and control, conducting an in-depth analysis of potential hazards and unintentional consequences. The book then concludes with philosophical and existential considerations, probing into questions of AI personhood, consciousness, and the distinction between human intelligence and artificial general intelligence (AGI).Bridging the gap between technical intricacies and philosophical musings, AI: Unexplainable, Unpredictable, Uncontrollable appeals to both AI experts and enthusiasts looking for a comprehensive understanding of the field, whilst also being written for a general audience with minimal technical jargon.
Computational Principles of Mobile Robotics
Now in its third edition, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to the multidisciplinary field of mobile robotics, which lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational vision, and traditional robotics. Written for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in computer science and engineering, the book covers algorithms for a range of strategies for locomotion, sensing, and reasoning. The new edition includes recent advances in robotics and intelligent machines, including coverage of human-robot interaction, robot ethics, and the application of advanced AI techniques to end-to-end robot control and specific computational tasks. This book also provides support for a number of algorithms using ROS 2, and includes a review of critical mathematical material and an extensive list of sample problems. Researchers as well as students in the field of mobile robotics will appreciate this comprehensive treatment of state-of-the-art methods and key technologies.
Symbolic Regression
Symbolic regression (SR) is one of the most powerful machine learning techniques that produces transparent models, searching the space of mathematical expressions for a model that represents the relationship between the predictors and the dependent variable without the need of taking assumptions about the model structure.
Lean, Green and Sustainability
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th European Lean Educator Conference ELEC 2022, which took place in Galway, Ireland, in November 2022; the event was sponsored by IFIP WG 5.7. The 28 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in the proceedings. They are organized in the following thematic sections: Lean & People; Lean in Healthcare; Lean 4.0; Lean in Manufacturing; Lean Learning in the Digital Era; Lean, Green & Sustainability; and Lean in Services.
Salesforce DevOps for Architects
Master Salesforce DevOps while exploring deployment, packages, Git workflows, and organizational monitoring using third-party tools such as Salesforce DX, GitHub, Jenkins, Gearset, and CopadoKey FeaturesLearn how to build a DevOps culture to mitigate project risks and boost return on investment (ROI)Delve into the principles of DevOps and how to apply them in Salesforce for maximum efficiencyExplore Salesforce DevOps tools, with examples and strategies for building a robust DevOps stackPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionAs the Salesforce Platform evolves into an increasingly complex landscape, architects face a growing demand for advanced solutions. The key to successful Salesforce projects lies in effective DevOps practice, and this book helps you achieve just that by offering strategic and practical insights into Salesforce components.The book starts by cultivating a DevOps mindset, focusing on collaboration, coordination, and communication, and learning how to efficiently demonstrate governance, visibility, and accountability. Building upon this architectural foundation, you'll delve into tools and techniques to plan your strategy using the capabilities of SFDX. Once you've gotten to grips with Salesforce packaging, you'll learn how to build a CI/CD stack with freely available software and configure it for automated change delivery. You'll then address the operational concerns of a mature DevOps process as you explore topics such as ticket management, backups, change monitoring, and data seeding - essential for maintaining a clean and healthy Salesforce org. Finally, you'll learn about the ecosystem of third-party solutions, which provide out-of-the-box capabilities to accelerate your Salesforce DevOps journey.By the end of this book, you'll have demystified Salesforce DevOps, empowering you to deliver Salesforce projects with the expertise of a DevOps professional.What you will learnGrasp the fundamentals of integrating a DevOps process into Salesforce project deliveryMaster the skill of communicating the benefits of Salesforce DevOps to stakeholdersRecognize the significance of fostering a DevOps culture and its impact on Salesforce projectsUnderstand the role of metrics in DevOps architecture within Salesforce environmentsGain insights into the components comprising a Salesforce DevOps toolchainDiscover strategies for maintaining a healthy Salesforce org with a variety of supporting DevOps toolsWho this book is forIf you are a Salesforce architect or senior developer looking to bring DevOps best practices to your projects, this book is for you. To learn from this book, you should have a strong familiarity with Salesforce platform development both in code and low-code, understand concepts such as metadata, JSON, and XML, and feel at ease with command-line operations.Table of ContentsA Brief History of Deploying Salesforce ChangesDeveloping a DevOps CultureThe Value of Source ControlTesting Your ChangesDay-to-Day Delivery with SFDXExploring PackagingCI/CD AutomationTicketing SystemsBacking Up Data and MetadataMonitoring for ChangesData Seeding Your Development EnvironmentsSalesforce DevOps Tools - GearsetCopadoSalesforce DevOps Tools - FlosumAutoRABITOther Salesforce DevOps ToolsConclusion
State Estimation for Robotics
A key aspect of robotics today is estimating the state (e.g., position and orientation) of a robot, based on noisy sensor data. This book targets students and practitioners of robotics by presenting classical state estimation methods (e.g., the Kalman filter) but also important modern topics such as batch estimation, Bayes filter, sigmapoint and particle filters, robust estimation for outlier rejection, and continuous-time trajectory estimation and its connection to Gaussian-process regression. Since most robots operate in a three-dimensional world, common sensor models (e.g., camera, laser rangefinder) are provided followed by practical advice on how to carry out state estimation for rotational state variables. The book covers robotic applications such as point-cloud alignment, pose-graph relaxation, bundle adjustment, and simultaneous localization and mapping. Highlights of this expanded second edition include a new chapter on variational inference, a new section on inertial navigation, more introductory material on probability, and a primer on matrix calculus.
Boost Your Skills in Microsoft(R) Excel 365/2021
The easy way to learn and retain key Microsoft(R) Excel skills!Prove your skills to employers and get certified! Provides prep for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel exam (Associate and Expert levels)Includes access to an online resource center with multimedia assets that enhance learningProvides training for beginning, intermediate, and advanced users Employs the unrivaled, proven learning techniques that Labyrinth has refined over more than two decadesProvides immediate job relevance through real-world exercises and case studies that illustrate business conditionsWritten by a teacherAlex Scott BBA, MM, is a Professor in the School of Business at Conestoga College and author of several in-demand textbooks. At Conestoga, he teaches intermediate- and advanced-level Microsoft Office courses as well as an array of business courses. Backed by decades of experienceFor more than 25 years, Labyrinth Learning has been a leader in preparing classroom students for the workplace. With the Boost Your Skills series, Labyrinth brings all of its experience from the classroom to the living rooms of learners across the globe. Boost Your Skills in Microsoft(R) Excel 365/2021 is an easy-to-use guide that takes learners step-by-step through the skills they'll need in the workplace.List of topics coveredIntroducing Microsoft Office and Using Common FeaturesTracking Customer DataCalculating Student Grades Using FormulasPerforming Calculations Using FunctionsData Visualization and ImagesOrganizing Large WorksheetsAdvanced Workbook FormattingDate Functions and Conditional FormattingFinancial Functions and What-If AnalysisText Functions, Conditional Functions, and Formula AuditingLookup Functions and OutlinesWorking with TablesPivotTables and PivotChartsWorking with MacrosData Management for BusinessWorkbook Completion
SolidWorks Simulation 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks Simulation 2024 Black Book, is 11th edition of the book written to help professionals as well as students in performing various tedious jobs of Finite Element Analysis. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. This book explains the background work running behind your simulation analysis screen. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master the SolidWorks Simulation. The book starts with basics of FEA, goes through all the simulation tools and ends up with practical examples of analysis. Chapters on manual FEA ensure the firm understanding of FEA concepts through SolidWorks Simulation. The book contains our special sections named "Why?" and notes. We have given reasons for selecting most of the options in analysis under the "Why?" sections. The book explains the Solver selection, iteration methods like Newton-Raphson method and integration techniques used by SolidWorks Simulation for functioning. A chapter on Topology Study helps you understand the procedures of modifying component based on analysis results. New tips and notes have been added in this book for various analyses. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easily find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 750 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewThe book explains the concepts through the tutorial to make the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. "Why?" The book explains the reasons for selecting options or setting a parameter in tutorials explained in the book. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
SolidWorks Simulation 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks Simulation 2024 Black Book, is 11th edition of the book written to help professionals as well as students in performing various tedious jobs of Finite Element Analysis. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. This book explains the background work running behind your simulation analysis screen. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master the SolidWorks Simulation. The book starts with basics of FEA, goes through all the simulation tools and ends up with practical examples of analysis. Chapters on manual FEA ensure the firm understanding of FEA concepts through SolidWorks Simulation. The book contains our special sections named "Why?" and notes. We have given reasons for selecting most of the options in analysis under the "Why?" sections. The book explains the Solver selection, iteration methods like Newton-Raphson method and integration techniques used by SolidWorks Simulation for functioning. A chapter on Topology Study helps you understand the procedures of modifying component based on analysis results. New tips and notes have been added in this book for various analyses. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easily find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 750 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewThe book explains the concepts through the tutorial to make the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. "Why?" The book explains the reasons for selecting options or setting a parameter in tutorials explained in the book. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
Man-Machine Speech Communication
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th National Conference on Man-Machine Speech Communication, NCMMSC 2023, held in Suzhou, China, during December 8-11, 2023.The 20 full papers and 11 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 117 submissions. They deal with topics such as speech recognition, synthesis, enhancement and coding, audio/music/singing synthesis, avatar, speaker recognition and verification, human-computer dialogue systems, large language models as well as phonetic and linguistic topics such as speech prosody analysis, pathological speech analysis, experimental phonetics, acoustic scene classification.
Deep Generative Models
This LNCS conference volume constitutes the proceedings of the third MICCAI Workshop, DGM4MICCAI 2023, Held in Conjunction with MICCAI 2023, Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 2023. The 23 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 38 submissions.The conference presents topics ranging from methodology, causal inference, latent interpretation, generative factor analysis to applications such as mammography, vessel imaging, and surgical Videos.
Low Poly 3D Modeling in Blender
Jump into the world of 3D art with Blender expert, Samuel Sullins in this beginner-friendly, color guide and learn modeling, shading, and rendering low poly 3D creations to transform into the 3D artist you've aspired to becomeKey Features- Create minimalistic low poly 3D models based on reference images- Breathe life into your creations by adding vibrant colors and appealing textures using materials- Arrange your low poly models in a 3D environment, set up lighting to achieve the desired ambiance, and render the final scene- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionStep into the world of low poly 3D art with Low Poly 3D Modeling in Blender-your entry point into Blender and mastering the fundamentals of 3D art. This beginner-friendly guide ensures that you're fully prepared for the creative adventure that follows. Through a step-by-step learning process starting with the principles of low poly art, this book gradually immerses you in the intricacies of modeling. As you progress, you'll gain hands-on experience creating diverse projects ranging from designing a simple 3D crate to rendering complete low poly scenes. The book covers a wide spectrum of topics as you navigate Blender's interface, mastering essential modeling tools and exploring both basic and advanced modeling techniques. Advancing to the final chapters, you'll find ways to breathe life into your models with material creation and gain practical insights into modeling a variety of low poly objects. From end-to-end scene construction to configuring Blender for rendering high-quality images, you'll be equipped with the foundational skills to propel your career in 3D modeling and explore the boundless creative possibilities that Blender offers. By the end of this book, you'll have a solid understanding of Blender, 3D modeling, low poly methodologies, material design, 3D rendering techniques, and the broader world of 3D art.What you will learn- Understand how Blender's interface works and how to configure it- Gain proficiency in navigating 3D space in Blender- Familiarize yourself with Blender's core modeling tools- Get to grips with the workflow and techniques to create low poly 3D models- Texture your low poly models using the UV and Shader editors- Configure Blender's Asset Browser for instant access to your models- Set up a complete scene, adjust the lighting, and create a high-quality, portfolio-ready renderWho this book is forIf you're new to 3D modeling, low poly modeling is a great starting point. This book is an invaluable guide for 3D artists, modelers, and beginners to begin without prior knowledge of Blender or 3D modelling experience, although a basic familiarity with these topics will be beneficial.Table of Contents- Getting Familiar with Blender- Understanding Low Poly Modeling- Creating a Low Poly Tree- Exploring Modifiers- Creating Low Poly Mushrooms- Understanding Materials and Shading- Creating a Low Poly Tractor- Low Poly Environment Modeling- Modeling a Kangaroo- Creating Low Poly Houses and Buildings- Using the Asset Browser- Blocking Out the Scene- Building the Scene- The Big Render- Appendix
Productizing Quantum Computing
Leverage the benefits of quantum computing by identifying business use cases and understanding how to design and develop quantum products and services. This book will guide you to effectively productize quantum computing, including best practices, recommendations, and proven methods to help you navigate the challenges and risks of this emerging technology. The book starts with a thorough introduction to quantum computing, followed by its various algorithms and applications. You will then learn how to build a strong foundation in classical computing, seek practical experience, and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. Moving forward, you will gain an understanding of how to conduct market research to identify business opportunities for quantum computing products and services. The authors then guide you through the process of developing a quantum roadmap and integrating quantum computing into an existing system. This is concluded by a demonstration of howto manage quantum computing projects and how to address their risks and challenges. After reading this book, you will understand quantum computing and how it can be applied to real-world business problems. What You Will Learn Identify business use cases for quantum computing and understand the potential benefits and risks of quantum applicationsDesign and develop quantum products and services by identifying quantum algorithms, programming in quantum languages, and leveraging quantum simulators and hardwareIntegrate quantum computing into existing systemsIntegrate quantum algorithms with classical algorithms Who This Book Is For Product managers, developers, and entrepreneurs who wish to use the potential of quantum computing for their businesses.
A Tinkerer’s Guide to CNC Basics
Get started with CNC machining using this hands-on, part-color guide that tells you exactly what you need to know without overloading you with useless theoryKey Features: - Get started with the basics of CNC machining and set up your own computerized workshop- Explore loads of do-it-yourself projects to practice what you've learned- Take advantage of the potential of home machining thanks to the power of CNCBook Description: Until recently, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines belonged to the realm of heavy industry, but as technology becomes cheaper and smaller, these machines now can be used in home workshops. It's not easy to get started, though, but thanks to this guide, you'll be ready to take on a variety of projects in no time.A Tinkerer's Guide to CNC Basics contains everything you need to get set up at home with computer-controlled machining and fabrication. Sparing you the theory, this project-laden guide helps you learn by doing.Once you've got to grips with the principles of CNC and installed the 3018 Pro CNC machine, you'll gradually move from simple projects such as basic engraving to more complex milling and machining techniques. You'll even learn how to upgrade your machine to accomplish more sophisticated designs. The plethora of projects in this book will keep you busy and give you the practice you need to get started with your computerized workshop.By the end of the book, your computerized home workshop will be one step closer to realization, and your machining skills will be taken to the next level.What You Will Learn: - Configure, calibrate, provision, and test your CNC machine- Add a laser engraver to your machine for finer precision cutting- Use the machine to fabricate new components for itself- Explore the design impacts of carving on a rotary axis- Adapt other machines for CNC- Engrave opaque and semi-opaque materials- Cool your machine with an air assist system- Design and develop a customized laser mountWho this book is for: This book is for tinkerers, hobbyists, and craft aficionados comfortable using hand tools, aspiring to accelerate or develop more complex and challenging projects. Before starting this book, you should be comfortable around basic shop tools, as well as have a basic understanding of computers. While the book will speak to the specifics around the electronics of CNC machines, the terms used, such as motherboard, USB, positive/negative terminal, and power supply should not be too daunting to understand.Table of Contents- The What and Why of CNC- Setting Up and Configuring the 3018 CNC Machine- Understanding Material Properties before Making the First Cut- Making the First Cut- Full CNC Workflow with Different Materials- Upgrading Your CNC Machine- Enclosures- Project: Building a CNC Laser Cutter and a Plotter- Project: Building Your Own 4th Axis- Project: Adding a Laser to the 3018- Building a More Capable CNC Machine- Future Projects and Going Bigger and Better
Intermediate PowerPoint 365
PowerPoint is an incredibly powerful tool. Once you move past the basics of text and bullet points, there's a lot more you can do. Like add a table or a chart or a process flow. With enough time and motivation you can pretty much build anything you want on a PowerPoint slide.This book is meant to give you the foundation to do just that. It has dedicated chapters for inserting tables, pictures, videos, shapes, and charts and also touches upon topics such as equations, 3D models, icons, adding review comments, working with WordArt, and more.It doesn't cover everything, but when you're done with this book you should be well able to create a presentation with all the normal bells and whistles.So what are you waiting for? Get started today.
Ultimate Salesforce LWC Developers' Handbook
Unleash Lightning Web Components (LWC) for Salesforce CloudBook DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey into the world of Salesforce Lightning Web Components (LWC) with this comprehensive guide. From laying the foundation to honing advanced skills in LWC debugging and testing, each chapter seamlessly builds upon the last, empowering developers to navigate the intricate world of Salesforce LWC development. The book begins by creating your first LWC and delving into the intricacies of Lightning Web Components. It explores the seamless integration of Salesforce Data and master event management with Events in LWC.Next, it moves on to navigate the relationship between LWC and Flows, unlocking the potential of Lightning Out for standalone applications. Readers will dive deep into the aesthetics with Salesforce Lightning Design System, enhancing their components with style. It will also help you safeguard your applications by understanding LWC Security measures and learn debugging and testing in the LWC environment. In the final chapters, immerse yourself in working with Aura components and seamlessly migrate them to LWCs, providing an insightful transition to advanced development techniques.Table of Contents1. Introduction2. Creating Your First LWC3. LWC in Detail4. Using Salesforce Data5. Events In LWC6. LWC and FLOWS7. Lightning Out8. Salesforce Lightning Design System9. LWC Security10. LWC Debugging and Testing11. APPENDIX 1: AURA-LWC Co-Existence12. APPENDIX 2: Migrate Aura Components to LWCs Index
Game Programming with Unity and C#
Learn the essentials of the Unity game engine, the C# programming language, and the art of object-oriented programming. This book is aimed at beginners with no knowledge or experience in game development or programming. Packed with examples, this Second Edition is up-to-date with the latest Unity standards and features as of 2023, and includes many adjustments to improve your experience. Starting with an introduction to Unity, you will learn the essentials of the engine: navigating the various windows, managing the objects that make up your game, and understanding the concepts that are fundamental to the engine. After that, you will gain a solid foundation in the concepts of object-oriented programming and the syntax of the C# language. Then the fun really begins, as you get hands-on experience building three playable example projects that drill you on the concepts you've learned until they stick. Guided at each step by author Casey Hardman, you will outline and implement bare-bones, simple games designed to exercise your development skills: a top-down obstacle course, a tower defense game, and a 3D playground that demonstrates Unity's physics features. As you progress through the book, you'll put to use more and more of the features of C# and Unity, adding tools to your belt and strengthening you as a game developer. By the time you've completed the book, you will be empowered to strike out on your own and build the game mechanics of your choice. What You Will Learn Understand the fundamentals of object-oriented computer programming and the C# programming languageLeverage the features of Unity to implement game mechanics with reusable, clean, and elegant codeDesign and implement your own mechanics and independently solve problems as they arise Who Is This Book For Beginners who have no prior experience with programming or game development, who would like to learn to create games with a solid foundation that prepares them to further develop their skills.
ChatGPT for Accelerating Salesforce Development
Harness ChatGPT for streamlined flows, effective configuration, proficient code writing, and enhanced project activitiesKey Features- Improve process quality and reduce costs by incorporating ChatGPT into your Salesforce projects- Optimize project workflows and align technical capabilities with business goals- Integrate ChatGPT's strengths with Salesforce expertise to innovate business analysis, coding, and testing approaches- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionAuthored by a team of Salesforce masters with exemplary IT background, ChatGPT for Salesforce Development helps you learn about the intricacies of Salesforce design, configuration, coding, and testing, demonstrating how ChatGPT can simplify complex setups and enhance project team efficiency.With this book, you'll unlock the effective use of ChatGPT for crafting user stories that align seamlessly with project goals, learn how to design and implement Salesforce flows, and quickly write clear, comprehensive, and high-quality project documentation. You'll leverage ChatGPT to write new Apex code, decipher existing code, and explore the development of web services and callouts. This book covers everything from trigger creation to the development of Lightning Web Components (LWC), highlighting how these can accelerate the development process. Applying ChatGPT's debugging capabilities, you'll swiftly identify and resolve Salesforce issues to uphold the integrity and performance of your Salesforce applications.By the end of this book, you'll be adept at integrating ChatGPT at every stage of Salesforce project delivery, from initial configuration to final testing.What you will learn- Masterfully craft detailed and engaging user stories tailored for Salesforce projects- Leverage ChatGPT to design cutting-edge features within the Salesforce ecosystem, transforming ideas into functional and intuitive solutions- Explore the integration of ChatGPT for configuring Salesforce environments- Write Salesforce flows with ChatGPT, enhancing workflow automation and efficiency- Develop custom LWCs with ChatGPT's assistance- Discover effective testing techniques using ChatGPT for optimized performance and reliabilityWho this book is forThis book is for Salesforce developers, offering insights into using ChatGPT to enhance their coding and configuration abilities. It's an invaluable resource for business analysts looking to use ChatGPT to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions. For testers, this book covers methods to leverage ChatGPT for more effective testing processes, ensuring higher quality outcomes. Product owners will gain insights into optimizing project workflows and aligning technical capabilities with business goals, making this book a must-have for Salesforce project team members.Table of Contents- Getting Started Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Development- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Configuration- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Flows- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Feature Design- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Apex That Someone Else Wrote- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Apex- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Web Services and Callouts- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Triggers- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Lightning Web Components- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Project Documentation- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce User Stories- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Testing Scripts- Using ChatGPT for Salesforce Debugging- What You've Learned and What's Next
SolidWorks Flow Simulation 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks Flow Simulation 2024 Black Book is the 6th edition of our series on SolidWorks Flow Simulation. The book is targeted for beginners of SolidWorks Flow Simulation. This book covers the basic equations and terms of Fluid Dynamics theory. The book covers all the major tools of Flow Simulation modules like Fluid Flow, Thermal Fluid Flow, and Electronic Cooling modules. A chapter on basic concepts of CFD has been added to discuss behind the scene calculations of SolidWorks CFD software. This book can be used as supplement to Fluid Dynamics course if your subject requires the application of Software for solving real-world problems. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easy find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 530 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial makes the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Almost each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. Moreover, most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
SolidWorks Flow Simulation 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks Flow Simulation 2024 Black Book is the 6th edition of our series on SolidWorks Flow Simulation. The book is targeted for beginners of SolidWorks Flow Simulation. This book covers the basic equations and terms of Fluid Dynamics theory. The book covers all the major tools of Flow Simulation modules like Fluid Flow, Thermal Fluid Flow, and Electronic Cooling modules. A chapter on basic concepts of CFD has been added to discuss behind the scene calculations of SolidWorks CFD software. This book can be used as supplement to Fluid Dynamics course if your subject requires the application of Software for solving real-world problems. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easy find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 530 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial makes the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Almost each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. Moreover, most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
Multimedia Modeling
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 30th International Conference on MultiMedia Modeling, MMM 2024, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, during January 29-February 2, 2024.The 112 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. The MMM conference were organized in topics related to multimedia modelling, particularly: audio, image, video processing, coding and compression; multimodal analysis for retrieval applications, and multimedia fusion methods.
SolidWorks CAM 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks CAM 2024 Black Book is the 5th edition of our series on SolidWorks CAM. The book is written to help professionals as well as learners get familiar with functionality of the software. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. In this book, we have tried to give real-world examples with real challenges in manufacturing design. We have tried to reduce the gap between university use and industrial use of SolidWorks CAM. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master SolidWorks CAM. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easy find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 400 small and large illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial make the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
Multimedia Modeling
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 30th International Conference on MultiMedia Modeling, MMM 2024, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, during January 29-February 2, 2024.The 112 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. The MMM conference were organized in topics related to multimedia modelling, particularly: audio, image, video processing, coding and compression; multimodal analysis for retrieval applications, and multimedia fusion methods.
Multimedia Modeling
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 30th International Conference on MultiMedia Modeling, MMM 2024, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, during January 29-February 2, 2024.The 112 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. The MMM conference were organized in topics related to multimedia modelling, particularly: audio, image, video processing, coding and compression; multimodal analysis for retrieval applications, and multimedia fusion methods.
Multimedia Modeling
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 30th International Conference on MultiMedia Modeling, MMM 2024, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, during January 29 - February 2, 2024.The 112 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. The MMM conference were organized in topics related to multimedia modelling, particularly: audio, image, video processing, coding and compression; multimodal analysis for retrieval applications, and multimedia fusion methods.
SolidWorks CAM 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks CAM 2024 Black Book is the 5th edition of our series on SolidWorks CAM. The book is written to help professionals as well as learners get familiar with functionality of the software. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. In this book, we have tried to give real-world examples with real challenges in manufacturing design. We have tried to reduce the gap between university use and industrial use of SolidWorks CAM. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master SolidWorks CAM. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easy find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 400 small and large illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial make the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book 2024 Release
The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book 2024 Release contains 17 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. For beginners and experienced users alike, you can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Create artwork, from precise drawings to stylistic paintings Explore Generative AI to create vector artwork Make logos, illustrations, posters, podcast covers, flyers, and more Explore selections, text, shapes, and color Progress to freeform gradients and layers Work with dynamic symbols, brushes, and creative effects Create product mockups Efficiently export assets and share for review Classroom in a Book(R), the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does--an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the book's "Getting Started" section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe Illustrator 2024 Release software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.
Creo Parametric 8.0
The Creo Parametric 8.0: Introduction for Non-Designers learning guide provides reviewers or downstream users of Creo Parametric data with the knowledge to investigate, manipulate, and annotate existing models. It is targeted at users who require less training about geometry creation techniques. The user learns to open models for the purpose of providing feedback, verification, image capture, and taking data into specialized modules. This learning guide provides a good introduction to Creo Parametric for users who are evaluating the software or need a high-level understanding of software's capabilities.This content was developed using Creo Parametric 8.0 Build 8.0.4.0. Topics CoveredCreo Parametric interfaceObtaining model informationDisplay controlCreating datum featuresView manager3D annotationsCreating planar and offset cross-sectionsView creating and detailingFile managementExporting and importing data PrerequisitesAccess to the Creo Parametric 8.0 software. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions. Practice files included with this guide are compatible with the commercial version of the software, but not the student edition.
Mastering QuickBooks 2024 - Fifth Edition
Take control of your business finance by using QuickBooks Online for US for your accounting, budgeting, and reporting.Key FeaturesLearn to use QBO from scratch following professional CPA advice, accompanied with fully-updated instructions and screenshotsTailor QBO to your specific business needs with customization and integrationStreamline your billing, expense tracking, and financial reportingBook DescriptionIn today's competitive business landscape, efficient financial management is crucial for success. QuickBooks Online has emerged as the go-to accounting software for small businesses, offering a user-friendly platform to manage finances, track expenses, and gain valuable insights. This new edition will help you use QuickBooks Online from scratch and customize it to suit your small business needs. Written by accounting expert Crystalynn Shelton, it takes you on an in-depth journey, from setting up your account to mastering advanced features and customizations.This book empowers you to conquer the latest features of QuickBooks Online 2024; overcome challenges encountered during migration from desktop to online; plan cash flow, profits, revenue with precision; and streamline billing, expense tracking, and financial reporting. As you progress, you'll learn to manage sales tax, including how to set up, collect, track, pay, and report sales tax payments. You'll explore how to export reports to Google Sheets, use the custom chart builder, import budgets, and perform smart reporting with with using data sync with Excel.. You'll learn how to tailor QuickBooks Online to your specific business needs. By the end of the book, you'll master the art of QuickBooks Online and take control of your business financesWhat you will learnA crash course on basic accounting conceptsOvercome challenges encountered during migration from QBD to QBORecord income and expenses, pay vendors, and manage payrollStreamline client billing with invoicing and quoting templatesUse QuickBooks Online for tax filing and deadline managementPlan cash flow, profits, and revenue with the Report CenterCustomize financial reports and sales forms for your requirementsCalculate depreciation and automate workflows with QBO AdvancedWho this book is forThe book is for small business owners, bookkeepers, and accounting students who want to learn QuickBooks Online and understand how to implement it effectively. Whether you're a bookkeeping beginner or have some experience already, this book will help you learn to use Intuit QuickBooks Online confidently.Table of ContentsGetting Started with QuickBooks OnlineCompany File SetupMigrating to QuickBooks OnlineCustomizing QuickBooks for Your BusinessManaging Customer, Vendor, and Products and Services ListsManaging Sales TaxRecording Sales Transactions in QuickBooks OnlineRecording Expenses in QuickBooks OnlineReconciling Uploaded Bank and Credit Card TransactionsReport Center OverviewBusiness Overview and Cash Flow ReportsCustomer Sales Reports in QuickBooks OnlineVendor and Expenses Reports Managing Employees and 1099 Contractors in QuickBooks OnlineClosing the Books in QuickBooks OnlineHandling Special/Transactions in QuickBooks OnlineQuickBooks Online AdvancedShortcut and DrivesIntuit QuickBooks Online Certified User Exam Objectives
Basic Math for Game Development with Unity 3D
This book will teach you fundamental mathematical concepts using Unity-based custom examples, explaining the implementations and demonstrating how these concepts are applied in building modern video game functionality. You will learn the theoretical foundation of each concept, and then interact, examine, and modify the implementation to inspect the effects. Basic Math for Game Development with Unity 3D begins by explaining points in the 3D Cartesian Coordinate system. From there, you'll gain insight into vectors and details of dot and cross products, quaternions, rotation and decomposition of vectors. These basic mathematical foundations are illustrated through Unity-based example implementations. Associated with these concept presentations are separate examples of how the concepts are applied in creating typical video game functionality, such as collision support, motion simulations, autonomous behaviors, shadow approximations, and reflections off surfaces with arbitrary orientations. After completing this book, you will have a thorough understanding of core mathematical concepts and how they are used to create compelling gameplay. What You Will Learn Understand the basic concepts of points and vectors, and their applications in game developmentGrasp the details of autonomous behaviors such as facing a target, following and chasing an object, and moreApply mathematical concepts in implementing modern video game functionality such as ray casting, collision, and motion control Who Is This Book For Game enthusiasts, hobbyists, and anyone else who is interested in the implementation of interactive games but needs basic mathematical background or could just use a refresher with modern examples.
Python 3 and Feature Engineering
This book is designed for data scientists, machine learning practitioners, and anyone with a foundational understanding of Python 3.x. In the evolving field of data science, the ability to manipulate and understand datasets is crucial. The book offers content for mastering these skills using Python 3. The book provides a fast-paced introduction to a wealth of feature engineering concepts, equipping readers with the knowledge needed to transform raw data into meaningful information. Inside, you'll find a detailed exploration of various types of data, methodologies for outlier detection using Scikit-Learn, strategies for robust data cleaning, and the intricacies of data wrangling. The book further explores feature selection, detailing methods for handling imbalanced datasets, and gives a practical overview of feature engineering, including scaling and extraction techniques necessary for different machine learning algorithms. It concludes with a treatment of dimensionality reduction, where you'll navigate through complex concepts like PCA and various reduction techniques, with an emphasis on the powerful Scikit-Learn framework. FEATURESIncludes numerous practical examples and partial code blocks that illuminate the path from theory to applicationExplores everything from data cleaning to the subtleties of feature selection and extraction, covering a wide spectrum of feature engineering topicsOffers an appendix on working with the "awk" command-line utilityFeatures companion files available for downloading with source code, datasets, and figures
Tourism as Services Export
This report analyzes tourism in Asia and the Pacific as a services export industry, assesses how it was hard hit by the pandemic, and looks at ways to better insulate tourism sectors against future shocks. It gives a breakdown of tourism receipts for the region, analyzes the sector's current state and vulnerabilities, and looks at how free trade agreements, incentives, and multilateral measures can encourage growth. It recommends strengthening tourism infrastructure, developing less-well known destinations, and using technology to enhance attractions to boost international arrivals and improve vital tourism export earnings.
Intermediate PowerPoint 365
PowerPoint is an incredibly powerful tool. Once you move past the basics of text and bullet points, there's a lot more you can do. Like add a table or a chart or a process flow. With enough time and motivation you can pretty much build anything you want on a PowerPoint slide.This book is meant to give you the foundation to do just that. It has dedicated chapters for inserting tables, pictures, videos, shapes, and charts and also touches upon topics such as equations, 3D models, icons, adding review comments, working with WordArt, and more.It doesn't cover everything, but when you're done with this book you should be well able to create a presentation with all the normal bells and whistles.So what are you waiting for? Get started today.
Statistical Atlases and Computational Models of the Heart. Regular and Cmrxrecon Challenge Papers
​This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th International Workshop on Statistical Atlases and Computational Models of the Heart, STACOM 2023, as well as the Cardiac MRI Reconstruction Challenge, CMRxRecon Challenge. There was a total of 53 submissions to the workshop. The 24 regular workshop papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 29 paper submissions. They deal with cardiac segmentation, modelling, strain quantification, registration, statistical shape analysis, and quality control. In addition, 21 papers from the CMRxRecon challenge are included in this volume. They focus on fast CMR image reconstruction and provide a benchmark dataset that enables the broader research community to promote advances in this area of research.
SolidWorks 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks 2024 Black Book is the 11th edition of our series on SolidWorks. With lots of additions and thorough review, we present a book to help professionals as well as learners in creating some of the most complex solid models. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. In this book, we have tried to give real-world examples with real challenges in designing. We have tried to bridge the gap between university use of SolidWorks and industrial use of SolidWorks. In this edition of book, we have included many new features of SolidWorks as per the latest enhancements of software. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master the SolidWorks. The book starts with sketching and ends at advanced topics like Mold Design, Sheetmetal, Weldment, SolidWorks CAM, Rendering, and MBD. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easily find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 1300 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial makes the understanding of user firm and long lasting. Almost each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. Moreover, most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
SolidWorks 2024 Black Book
The SolidWorks 2024 Black Book is the 11th edition of our series on SolidWorks. With lots of additions and thorough review, we present a book to help professionals as well as learners in creating some of the most complex solid models. The book follows a step-by-step methodology. In this book, we have tried to give real-world examples with real challenges in designing. We have tried to bridge the gap between university use of SolidWorks and industrial use of SolidWorks. In this edition of book, we have included many new features of SolidWorks as per the latest enhancements of software. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master the SolidWorks. The book starts with sketching and ends at advanced topics like Mold Design, Sheetmetal, Weldment, SolidWorks CAM, Rendering, and MBD. Some of the salient features of this book are: In-Depth explanation of conceptsEvery new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics CoveredEvery chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easily find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustrationThe instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 1300 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of viewAt the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial makes the understanding of user firm and long lasting. Almost each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. Moreover, most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. ProjectProjects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For FacultyIf you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. As faculty, you can register on our website to get electronic desk copies of our latest books, self-assessment, and solution of practical. Faculty resources are available in the Faculty Member page of our website (www.cadcamcaeworks.com) once you login. Note that faculty registration approval is manual and it may take two days for approval before you can access the faculty website.
Evolution
Scripting involves an ambiguity. First, it indicates a directive, as in the commands of "scripture"; or, in the disappointment that an apparently spontaneous happening was in fact "scripted." This engages a familiar outlook on computing: code is language operating in a "prescriptive" register. Additionally, however, scripting also hints towards the materiality of graphic "inscription," such as the traces expressed in the written form of a "manuscript." Thehistory of computing presented here is situated at the joints of these two senses. Working between them prompts an archaic image of the computer, far removed from advanced technologies of electronic machinery. It instead suggests its deep historical heritage in clerical labor, affording a perspective on computation as a manual, incorporated, and lived activity-that is, as the product of scribes.
