We Have Never Been Human
We Have Never Been Human boldly reimagines what it means to be human, challenging the traditional notions that bind our identity to biology and culture. From ancient mythologies to modern technologies, this book reveals a dynamic, ever-evolving human identity shaped by external forces and technological advancements.Blending insights from philosophy, technology studies, anthropology, and cultural critique, We Have Never Been Human offers an interdisciplinary exploration of our constructed identities and what they portend for the future of society. It raises essential questions: How has technology reshaped our self-perception? Are humans fixed beings, or are we endlessly evolving? What ethical, social, and political challenges arise as we integrate with intelligent machines?This book is a compelling read for those intrigued by the intersection of humanity and technology, offering profound insights into the essence of what it means to be human--or perhaps, what it means to evolve beyond the human.
Trajectory Analysis, Positioning and Control of Mobile Robots
Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics
This two-volume set constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics, EPCE 2025, held as part of HCI International 2025, held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22-27, 2025. Two volumes of the HCII 2025 proceedings are dedicated to this year's edition of the EPCE conference. The first volume centers around a diverse array of interconnected themes related to human performance, workload and situational awareness in the use of complex interactive applications and environments, as well as the role of cognitive psychology on designing and evaluating interactive systems and investigating computer-supported as in collaboration and teaming. The second volume focuses on issues related to Cognitive Psychology in the demanding contexts of aviation and space.
Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics
This two-volume set constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics, EPCE 2025, held as part of HCI International 2025, held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22-27, 2025. Two volumes of the HCII 2025 proceedings are dedicated to this year's edition of the EPCE conference. The first volume centers around a diverse array of interconnected themes related to human performance, workload and situational awareness in the use of complex interactive applications and environments, as well as the role of cognitive psychology on designing and evaluating interactive systems and investigating computer-supported as in collaboration and teaming. The second volume focuses on issues related to Cognitive Psychology in the demanding contexts of aviation and space.
Logic and Its Applications
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th Indian Conference on Logic and Its Applications, ICLA 2025, held in Kolkata, India, during February 3-5, 2025. Four out the five invited talks are included in this book. Out of the 26 submissions, the program committee carefully selected 14 papers to be included in the proceedings. The topics included are Mathematics, Computer Science, Philosophy, Linguistics and Cognitive Science. A special feature of ICLA is the inclusion of studies in systems of logic in the Indian tradition, as well as historical research on logic.
The Computers That Made the World
This book tells the story of the birth of the computing industry via the origins of ten influential computers built between 1939 and 1950Starting with a short, sharp history of how we got to where we were on the eve of the second world war, this book illuminates humanity's desire for calculation aids throughout history, and how that led to the ready reckoner, Napier's bones, Pascal's calculator, the difference engine, the analytical engine, the comptometer and Herman Hollerieth's electronic tabulating machine.This book is a world tour through the modern history of computing, and it begins in 1939 with the first electronic digital computer, the Atanasoff-Berry computer (ABC). From there, the book moves on to the World War II era with ENIAC, the first general-purpose digital computer. The story of computing in World War II takes us through Germany, UK, and the US, and right after that, the book explores the rapid growth of computing power in the post-war years.The years of "big iron" in the US and UK takes you to the middle of the 1950s. In The Computers that Made the World, you'll learn about the computers (and more) that shaped the world we live in, and also about what happened behind the scenes.
Programming Neural Networks with Python
Neural networks are at the heart of AI--so ensure you're on the cutting edge with this guide! For true beginners, get a crash course in Python and the mathematical concepts you'll need to understand and create neural networks. Or jump right into programming your first neural network, from implementing the scikit-learn library to using the perceptron learning algorithm. Learn how to train your neural network, measure errors, make use of transfer learning, implementing the CRISP-DM model, and more. Whether you're interested in machine learning, gen AI, LLMs, deep learning, or all of the above, this is the AI book you need!Highlights include: 1) Network creation2) Network training3) Supervised and unsupervised learning4) Reinforcement learning5) Algorithms6) Multi-layer networks7) Deep neural networks 8) Back propagation9) Transformers10) Python11) Mathematical concepts12) TensorFlow
Generative AI with Python
Your guide to generative AI with Python is here! Start with an introduction to generative AI, NLP models, LLMs, and LMMs--and then dive into pretrained models with Hugging Face. Work with LLMs using Python with the help of tools like OpenAI and LangChain. Get step-by-step instructions for working with vector databases and using retrieval-augmented generation. With information on agentic systems and AI application deployment, this guide gives you all you need to become an AI master!Highlights: 1) Natural language processing (NLP) models2) Large language models (LLMs)3) Pretrained models4) Prompt engineering5) Vector databases6) Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)7) Agentic systems8) OpenAI9) LangChain10) Hugging Face11) crewAI12) AG2
Controlling with SAP S/4hana: Business User Guide
If you run management accounting in SAP S/4HANA, this is the user guide you need! Start with the Universal Journal basics, and then set up your organizational structures and master data. Walk through your routine transactions, from performing overhead cost controlling to settling manufacturing costs and beyond. Work with new features such as universal parallel accounting, and perform margin analysis for sales, customer projects, and services. With details on intercompany scenarios, reporting, and more, this is your all-in-one controlling resource!In this book, you'll learn about: a. CO Fundamentals Discover merged financial and management accounting in SAP S/4HANA with the Universal Journal. Get to know relevant organizational structures and set up key master data, from cost elements to activity types to market segments. b. Tasks and Transactions Master the core controlling activities you need for your workday. Follow click-by-click instructions to calculate overhead, perform costing runs, analyze profitability, and more. Use both the classic SAP GUI user interface and key SAP Fiori apps for your business transactions. Highlights include: 1) Organizational structure2) Master data3) Universal parallel accounting4) Overhead costs5) Manufacturing costs6) Margin analysis7) Event-based revenue recognition8) Customer projects9) Service management10) Investment controlling11) Intercompany scenarios12) Reporting c. New and Improved COGet up to speed with modern management accounting. See how universal parallel accounting impacts tasks such as cost assignment, activity allocation, and settlement. Enhance your margin analysis with event-based revenue recognition and advanced execution.
Introduction to Natural Language Processing
This book provides a thorough and comprehensive introduction to natural language processing (NLP), a critical field at the intersection of artificial intelligence and computational linguistics. It explores key techniques such as sentiment analysis, which enables the detection of emotional tone in text, machine translation, facilitating the conversion of text between languages, and named entity recognition (NER), which identifies and classifies entities like names, dates, and locations within text data.The book delves into deep learning advancements, particularly the use of neural networks such as transformers and recurrent models, which have revolutionized NLP applications. Readers will gain insights into how these models drive innovations in areas such as text classification, language generation, and speech recognition.In addition to technical concepts, the book also addresses the ethical considerations surrounding NLP, emphasizing the responsible use of AI technologies to mitigate issues like bias, misinformation, and privacy concerns. Practical case studies and real-world examples are included to illustrate how NLP is applied in various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and customer service.This book is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and industry professionals seeking to understand the foundational concepts, cutting-edge advancements, and broader implications of NLP, equipping them with the knowledge to innovate and apply these technologies effectively in their respective fields.