From Boring to Engaging
The Importance of User ExperienceIn today's digital world, user experience has become paramount for the success of any online business. Whether you are a small startup or a large corporation, understanding and prioritizing user experience can be the key to attracting and retaining customers. This subchapter will delve into the significance of user experience, especially in the context of multimedia on websites, and how it can benefit businesses in various niches.User experience refers to the overall interaction a visitor has with a website or application. It encompasses every aspect of their journey, from the moment they land on the homepage to when they complete a purchase or any other desired action. An engaging and seamless user experience is essential because it directly influences how users perceive and interact with your brand.When it comes to multimedia on websites, user experience plays a vital role in capturing and retaining visitors' attention. Incorporating multimedia elements such as videos, images, and interactive elements can significantly enhance engagement levels. Research has shown that websites with multimedia content tend to have higher conversion rates and longer average visit durations compared to those without.One of the key benefits of multimedia in business is its ability to convey information more effectively. Videos and images can communicate complex ideas or product features in a concise and visually appealing manner. This not only saves users' time but also helps them better understand your offerings, leading to increased trust and confidence in your brand.Moreover, multimedia can evoke emotions and create a memorable experience for users. When users have a positive emotional connection with a website, they are more likely to remember it and return in the future. This can foster brand loyalty and advocacy, resulting in increased customer retention and word-of-mouth recommendations.In the context of various niches, the benefits of multimedia in business are even more pronounced. For instance, in the e-commerce industry, high-quality product images and videos can significantly impact purchasing decisions. In the education sector, interactive multimedia content can enhance the learning experience for students. Similarly, in the entertainment industry, captivating multimedia elements can create anticipation and excitement among users.
Simulation Theory for Beginners
Simulation Theory for Beginners provides an accessible introduction to the controversial notion that reality as we know it is an advanced computer simulation. Covering the basic concepts and arguments surrounding simulation theory, this book evaluates the primary evidence proposed by proponents of the simulation hypothesis. It explores philosophical questions about the nature of reality and whether we can honestly know if the world around us is "real" or just a highly high-fidelity virtual construct.The book introduces readers to simulation theory pioneers like Nick Bostrom, whose 2003 paper "Are You Living in a Computer Simulation?" brought the idea into the mainstream. It explains Bostrom's statistical argument that if advanced civilizations can run complex ancestor simulations, we are likely already living in one. Critics argue this relies on unproven assumptions. Moving beyond philosophy, the book looks at concepts from quantum physics, like quantum indeterminacy, that some have interpreted as evidence for simulation theory. It also covers Elon Musk's views on the topic, including his estimate that there's a "one in billions" chance reality is not a simulation.Written for curious lay readers and those with computer science, philosophy, and physics backgrounds, Simulation Theory for Beginners gives a balanced tour through this fascinating matrix of pseudo-reality we may be living in. It provides an introductory field guide to evaluating the arguments, critical thinking, and implications of one of today's most mind-bending theories.
The Graphic Designers Toolbox
In this book, the reader will learn about -Typography -Color Theory -Vector vs Raster -The importance of contracts -12 Elements and Principles of Art and more! ... and More!
Step into Deep Learning
Welcome to "Step into Deep Learning," a comprehensive journey into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and deep learning. In an era where data-driven decision-making and automation have become pivotal in various domains, understanding the principles and techniques of deep learning is more critical than ever. This book serves as your trusty guide, designed to demystify the complex concepts and empower you to embark on your own deep learning adventures. In the pages that follow, we'll embark on a captivating exploration of deep learning, starting with the fundamentals and gradually progressing to more advanced topics. Whether you're a novice eager to grasp the basics or an experienced practitioner seeking to deepen your knowledge, this book offers something for everyone. Along the way, you'll gain hands-on experience through practical examples and exercises, building a solid foundation that enables you to create and deploy cutting-edge AI models. So, let's dive in together, embrace the power of deep learning, and pave the way for a future shaped by intelligent algorithms and innovative solutions.
Hyperspectral Imaging - A Perspective on Recent Advances and Applications
Preprocessing Hyperspectral Imaging data and objectively retrieving meaningful information from high-dimensional data cubes present a number of challenging issues. This book offers a glimpse of the status of machine- and deep-learning methodological development, seeking to meet the challenge of new hyperspectral imaging applications.
Frontiers in Bioimage Informatics Methodology
This unique compendium provides state-of-the-art computational methodology and applications in bioimage informatics. It covers cutting-edge technology developments in biological image analysis, where images come from new modalities and are often large scale, high throughput and high dimensional. The book reflects advances in intelligent algorithms for tasks such as biological image segmentation, reconstruction, and object tracking.Contributed by world renowned researchers, this useful reference text presents case studies that can potentially help readers find approaches and resources to address their imminent scientific problems.
Making It Huge in Video Games
Making it HUGE in Video Games recounts the astonishing journey of an unassuming, middle-of-the-bell-curve young man, rising from mundane beginnings to scale the dizzying heights of artistic distinction and financial success in the worldwide video game industry.This is the story of Chance Thomas, a moderately talented musician who struggled and grew to compose original scores for some of the most well-known entertainment properties in the world. Detailed personal accounts and instructive side bars carry readers across the jagged peaks and valleys of an absolutely achievable career in video games. World-famous IP's get personal treatment here - The Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Avatar, Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer, DOTA 2, King Kong, The Settlers, and many more.Readers will discover unvarnished true stories about starting out, pitching and pursuing gigs, negotiating contracts, composing and producing scores, multinational corporations and personalities, funny anecdotes, daunting challenges, glorious successes, and instructive failures. Autobiographical details throughout provide intimate perspective, vibrant color, and inspiration. The book is written in a comfortable, conversational style.Think of this as a career guidebook wrapped around a personal retrospective; a professional how-to manual woven into a memoir.
Autodesk 3ds Max 2024
The Autodesk(R) 3ds Max(R) 2024: Fundamentals guide provides a thorough introduction to the Autodesk 3ds Max 2024 software that will help new users make the most of this sophisticated application, as well as broaden the horizons of existing, self-taught users. The guide instructs you on how to effectively use the software interface and navigate through the scenes. It explores the creation of 3D objects and how to bring in objects from other software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. Additionally, it teaches you to prepare the scenes for renderings by adding materials, lights, and cameras. Finally, the guide covers an understanding of various renderers included with the software, as well as image creation and animation techniques.The practices in this guide are primarily geared towards real-world tasks encountered by users of the Autodesk 3ds Max software in the Architecture, Interior Design, and Civil Engineering industries. Advanced topics such as character modeling, character animation, and rigging are not covered in this guide. Topics CoveredAutodesk 3ds Max interface and workflowAssembling files by importing, linking, or merging3D modeling with primitives and 2D objectsUsing modifiers to create and modify 3D objectsMaterials and mapsAutodesk 3ds Max lightingWorking with cameras and exposure controlRendering using various renderers, such as Scanline, ART, and ArnoldAnimation for visualization PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 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). Experience with 3D modeling is recommended.
Autodesk Revit 2024 BIM Management
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is an approach to the entire building life cycle. Autodesk(R) Revit(R) is a powerful BIM program for architecture, MEP, and structure that supports the ability to coordinate, update, and share design data with team members throughout the design construction and management phases of a building's life. A key component in managing the BIM process is to establish a company foundation for different types of projects by creating standard templates and custom family elements. Having this in place makes the process of any new project flow smoothly and efficiently.The objective of the Autodesk(R) Revit(R) 2024 BIM Management: Template and Family Creation guide is to enable users who have worked with the software to expand their knowledge in setting up office standards with templates that include annotation styles, preset views, sheets, and schedules, as well as creating custom system, in-place, and component families. This guide contains practices that are specific to each discipline. Topics CoveredCreate custom templates with annotation styles, title blocks, and custom element types.Create schedules, including material takeoff schedules with formulas.Create custom wall, roof, and floor types, as well as MEP system families.Set up a component family file with a parametric framework.Create family geometry.Create family types.Modify the visibility of components and incorporate additional family items such as controls, MEP connectors, and nested components.Create specific families, including in-place families, profiles, annotations, and parameters.This guide also contains discipline-specific practices for families, including doors, windows, railings, pipe fittings, light fixtures, gusset plates, and built-up columns.PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 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). You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software, as found in the Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Architecture, Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Structure, or Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for MEP guides. Knowledge of basic techniques is assumed, such as creating standard elements, copying and moving elements, and creating and working with views. Information on Collaboration Tools, Conceptual Design, and Site Planning and Design are covered in other guides.
Autodesk Revit 2024 BIM Management
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is an approach to the entire building life cycle. Autodesk(R) Revit(R) is a powerful BIM program for architecture, MEP, and structure that supports the ability to coordinate, update, and share design data with team members throughout the design construction and management phases of a building's life. A key component in managing the BIM process is to establish a company foundation for different types of projects by creating standard templates and custom family elements. Having this in place makes the process of any new project flow smoothly and efficiently.The objective of the Autodesk(R) Revit(R) 2024 BIM Management: Template and Family Creation guide is to enable users who have worked with the software to expand their knowledge in setting up office standards with templates that include annotation styles, preset views, sheets, and schedules, as well as creating custom system, in-place, and component families. This guide contains practices that are specific to each discipline. Topics CoveredCreate custom templates with annotation styles, title blocks, and custom element types.Create schedules, including material takeoff schedules with formulas.Create custom wall, roof, and floor types, as well as MEP system families.Set up a component family file with a parametric framework.Create family geometry.Create family types.Modify the visibility of components and incorporate additional family items such as controls, MEP connectors, and nested components.Create specific families, including in-place families, profiles, annotations, and parameters.This guide also contains discipline-specific practices for families, including doors, windows, railings, pipe fittings, light fixtures, gusset plates, and built-up columns.PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 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). You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software, as found in the Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Architecture, Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Structure, or Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for MEP guides. Knowledge of basic techniques is assumed, such as creating standard elements, copying and moving elements, and creating and working with views. Information on Collaboration Tools, Conceptual Design, and Site Planning and Design are covered in other guides.
Methods and Applications for Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd Asia Simulation Conference on Methods and Applications for Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems, AsiaSim 2023, held in Langkawi, Malaysia, during October 25-26, 2023.The 77 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 164 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Modelling and Simulation, Artificial intelligence, Industry 4.0, Digital Twins Modelling, Simulation and Gaming, Simulation for Engineering, Simulation for Sustainable Development, Simulation in Social Sciences.
Land Your Dream Design Job
Design is hard. Finding the right job doesn't have to be.As designers, we spend considerable effort in honing our craft and staying up to date on the latest design trends. Shouldn't we apply the same rigor when we're looking for that dream design job?Land Your Dream Design Job is a comprehensive book about landing a product design role in a startup, agency, or tech company. It covers the entire design interview process from beginning to end, and will arm you with techniques and strategies to navigate the (at times) turbulent waters of job searching with confidence. This book will help guide you to a role that plays to your strengths while providing enough support for professional growth.In this book by designer Dan Shilov, you'll learn: What skills are expected of designersHow to demonstrate those skills throughout the job-search processHow to identify your next opportunityHow to target your job search process to stand outHow to build a stand-out portfolio and tailor it to your dream opportunityThe ins and outs of various design interview types from portfolio presentations, whiteboard challenges, app critiques, to take home design exercises and many others.You'll also find in-depth advice on how to apply beyond the job boards, and how to conduct due diligence, negotiate compensation, and accelerate onboarding to your new role. The print edition also includes access to the full Holloway.com edition, with free lifetime updates and multiple DRM-free formats for download (the ebook edition includes an exclusive upgrade offer for the same access).As designers, getting feedback is critical to our work. From reviewing your performance to helping you do your own due diligence and negotiate salary, the book covers all the nitty gritty of landing your dream design job.If you want to take control of your design career and your job search while saving time and moving with purpose-this book is for you!"Dan has summed up the ins and outs of the design interview process, for any designer looking to crack the code on nailing a portfolio review. It's also a must-read for any hiring manager or product designer involved in the interview process-If your team wants to win, you have to set your candidates up for success, and this book will help you do just that." --Zain Ali, Design, YCombinator"Whether you're a product designer at the beginning of your career or an experienced designer looking to refresh your portfolio and redefine your career goals, Land Your Dream Design Job is a comprehensive book that helps you approach your design career with intention. This book gives you full perspective on the whole interview process and challenges you with questions for self-reflection. You'll learn new skills and principles that will enhance your career and help you move to the next level." --Julie Stanescu, Founder, Rethink
Transcending Imagination
Imagine a world where the boundaries of creativity are not only stretched but redefined. This book serves as your guide to this new frontier, engaging general readers, tech enthusiasts, and creatives alike in the captivating interplay between human ingenuity and artificial intelligence (AI).Journey through the ground-breaking advancements in AI as they intersect with art, design, entertainment, and education. Discover how AI's power to analyze and understand language can be harnessed to generate breathtaking visuals from mere text descriptions--a process known as text-conditional image generation. But this book goes beyond just showcasing AI's capabilities: it delves into its transformative effects on the creative process itself. How will artists and designers adapt to a world where they co-create with machines? What are the implications of AI-generated art in educational settings? This book tackles these questions head on, offering a comprehensive view of the changing landscape of creativity.At its core, this book challenges you to rethink what's possible in the realm of artistic expression. Manu contends that as AI evolves, mastering the art of collaboration between human and machine will become essential. More than just a look into the future, Transcending Imagination: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Creativity is a roadmap for artists, designers, and educators eager to navigate the uncharted territory of AI-augmented creativity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in how AI might redefine the realms of art, design, and education.
Game Artist
HOW DO YOU BECOME A SUCCESSFUL GAME ARTIST? The ultimate career guide walks you through the pitfalls and power-ups of building a career in this multi-billion dollar but secretive industry. Brimming with practical advice, for both aspiring artists and the experienced, GAME ARTIST leads you through the tricky process of career building, boosting you to the next level. From experienced Art Director and Artist Paul Jones, GAME ARTIST provides you with the golden key to unlocking your full career potential. All you have to do is step through the door. This is a walkthrough and career guide rolled into one! This book is for you, if: You want to learn the secrets of the games industryYou want to get into a video game art departmentYou wonder what makes a successful game artistYou feel stuck in your role and want to level upYou want to make the leap into team building and managementYou don't know how to get promoted? That's ok. It's because you don't know the rules of the game. Until now. Having worked for the last 25 years in the games industry, learning from the ground up, Paul has experienced a wide range of high-profile companies, Epic Games (Unreal Tournament 3), Rocksteady (Batman Arkham City), TTFusion (LEGO City Undercover) and the record-smashing Star Citizen with Cloud Imperium Games. Game Artist is split into well-defined sections, making it easy for you to pick and chose. Level One - Job ApplicantCovering the basics - including finding your way into the industry, getting a killer portfolio ready, understanding what an Art Director wants to see, and finally, interview and salary negotiation skills explained. Level Two - Junior ArtistYour first few months of working in a games company, paperwork and contracts, company benefits, perks and bonuses. Dive into game development pipelines and company hierarchies. What's expected of you as a new recruit and how to succeed and avoid early burn-out, giving you a heads-up on self-care, keeping you productive, having fun and learning to climb the ranks. Level Three - Mid, Senior and Principal ArtistDecide where you're heading next while mentoring others and working widely with the development team. Clear career progression outlining which skills you need for the all-important Personal Development Review (PDR). How and where to upgrade yourself - communication and teamwork, creativity, productivity, self-confidence, mentoring. Chose to specialise (or not) and when it's time for a change, how best to make an exit strategy. Level Four - Lead ArtistMaking the transition to managerial responsibilities. Development of management techniques, understanding both yourself and your team, how to build and drive a successful team, dealing with tricky situations, meetings, presentations, staff reviews and negotiation. Plus, a section dedicated to self-care - how to set time aside for thinking, planning, and artwork. Level Five - Art DirectorThe high-stakes role of Art Director explained. Working with executives and publishers, team deadlines, leading from the front, managing your team and the creative process. Revealing internal and external team pipelines, concept and game team artists, outsource studios and how to get the best from them all. Packed with hard-won information, from studios around the world, in-depth interviews with seasoned industry professionals, and advice on being the ideal professional, GAME ARTIST is the helping hand you always wanted. No more messing, no more guessing - it's time to level up!
Lightroom in Easy Steps
Lightroom in easy steps begins bylooking at the desktop, mobile and web versions of Lightroom and shows how theycan be used individually and together to effortlessly capture, edit, and sharephotos between your devices. This provides a one-stop-shop for all of yourphotography needs, whether you are at home or at different locations capturingphotos. Lightroom has a sophisticated range of color editingtools, for fine-tuning every aspect of a photo. These are looked at in detail, so you can master all of the techniques required to edit your photos to yourown exact requirements, and include: Profiles, which arepreset options that can apply a range of editing elements to photos, mostlyunprocessed ones (RAW). Once a profile has been created, it can be used onsimilar photos to create a consistent appearance. If required, additionalediting can be undertaken once a profile has been applied. Light, includingexposure, contrast, highlights, shadows, whites, and blacks. Color, includingwhite balance, temperature, tint, black and white, vibrance, hue, saturation, and luminance. Targeted adjustment, includingthe Tone Curve and the Color Mixer. Effects, includingtexture, clarity, dehaze, and vignette. Detail, includingsharpening - to improve the focus of a photo - reducing color noise, andapplying film grain effects. Optics, forcorrecting camera lens issues for digital photos, including chromaticaberration, lens corrections, and defringing. Geometry, which canbe used to edit the geometric perspective in photos - for instance if buildingsdo not initially appear straight. The book also covers the 40+ preset editing techniquesthat can be applied to photos in a single click, how to manage and handle yourphotos, the search options so you never lose track of any of your photos, andhow to share your photos. Lightroom in easy steps demystifiesthe latest developments in the world of digital photo editing, organizing, sharing, and storing so that all of your attention can be focused on makingyour photos as stunning as possible.
Scoring to Picture in Logic Pro
Learn from a seasoned Hollywood film composer the intricacies of synchronizing music to picture in Logic Pro, and apply these lessons to elevate your own projectsKey Features: Learn essential film music terminologies and practices used in Hollywood with this illustrated guideExplore crucial synchronization techniques using a hands-on example of writing music to picturePrepare yourself for a real gig as a film, TV, and multimedia composerPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: This book will help you leverage the Logic Pro digital audio workstation (DAW) for scoring to picture. With the help of expert insights from a Hollywood film composer, you'll understand how the film music industry works and be ready to meet the demands of film directors or producers, exploring common scenarios and the process of post-production and final film score delivery. Packed with all the technical and practical skills needed when scoring to picture in Logic Pro, along with insights into real film scoring tasks, this book will prepare you for success in the industry.You'll start by getting acquainted with film scoring terminology and then advance to working with QuickTime video and its components, getting an overview of how to set up and sync a movie file in Logic Pro. You'll see the different methods of creating tempo maps, find a suitable tempo for a film scene using hit points and scene markers, and work with time signature and beat mapping functions. You'll also work with a pre-composed score of a Mercedes commercial that you can analyze and emulate in your own Logic Pro session.By the end of this book, you'll have gained new skills and the knowledge of commonly used industry scenarios to help you enter the professional market of scoring to picture.What You Will Learn: Master film and multimedia tasks as a film composerUse QuickTime video in Logic ProCreate tempo maps and calculate the best tempos for film cuesUnderstand advanced concepts to deal with timing in film musicAcquire essential skills to thrive in the competitive film music industryGain the knowledge necessary to communicate confidently with film industry professionalsDevelop the technical skills of scoring to pictureWho this book is for: This book is for aspiring multimedia composers and musicians as well as advanced film, TV, and game music composers. Music supervisors, editors, and orchestrators will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge of Logic Pro, music theory, composition, and film scoring is expected.
A Power User’s Guide to FL Studio 21
Learn critical music production techniques used by professional producers to create a signature sound, arranging, and mixing productions in FL Studio 21 from a Billboard charting JUNO nominated producerPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Discover how top artists produce mind-blowing music and create ultimate records in FL Studio through this illustrated guideBuild your skills in synchronizing songs placements and refining arrangementsMaster a professional workflow formula for producing chart-topping recordsBook Description: A digital audio workstation empowering both aspiring and seasoned producers to create original music compositions, FL Studio has not only advanced the culture of collaboration across several genres but has provided a creative outlet for up-and-coming artists worldwide.Achieving professional production prowess takes practice, market insight, and mentorship. This book explains how the author used FL Studio as a creative palette to build a successful career as a record producer, using specific techniques and workflow processes that only FL Studio can accommodate. You'll develop a Power User's mindset, create signature sounds using stock FL Studio One Shots, create top-level drum loops, learn about FL Studio's VST's, and approach arrangements from a practical and pop music perspective. This comprehensive guide covers everything from crafting and adding hypnotic melodies and chords, to mixing and mastering productions, and promoting those records to artists and companies, to take your career to the next level.By the end of this book, you'll be able to create original productions from scratch using FL Studio's virtual instruments and sound kits, mix and master the finished production, and arrange it using the Billboard-charting formula.What You Will Learn: Acquaint yourself with FL Studio tools and maintain high-level workflow habits and frameworksCreate ear-catching top-line melodies and advanced chord progressionsProduce custom sound design and signature production soundExplore techniques to produce drum patterns and rhythmUncover advanced music theory and piano roll production techniquesBecome a maestro in arranging productions for smash hitsLearn unconventional mixing and mastering techniquesFind tips on approaching, negotiating, and placing productions with artists, TV, advertising, and film companiesWho this book is for: If you are a music producer with intermediate knowledge of FL Studio or have experience using it, this guide will show you the author's personal tips and secrets for achieving Billboards success, landing major film and TV placements, and working with legendary artists. Tailored to experienced FL Studio users with a grasp on its fundamentals, this book assumes operational knowledge of FL Studio, including familiarity with its plugins and tools.
The Routledge Handbook of Digital Media and Globalization
In this comprehensive volume, leading scholars of media and communication examine the nexus of globalization, digital media, and popular culture in the early 21st century. The book begins by interrogating globalization as a critical and intensely contested concept, and proceeds to explore how digital media have influenced a complex set of globalization processes in broad international and comparative contexts. Contributors address a number of key political, economic, cultural, and technological issues relative to globalization, such as free trade agreements, cultural imperialism, heterogeneity, the increasing dominance of American digital media in global cultural markets, the powers of the nation-state, and global corporate media ownership. By extension, readers are introduced to core theoretical concepts and practical ideas, which they can apply to a broad range of contemporary media policies, practices, movements, and technologies in different geographic regions of the world-North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. Scholars of global media, international communication, media industries, globalization, and popular culture will find this to be a singular resource for understanding the interconnected relationship between digital media and globalization.
Electronic Visual Music
Electronic Visual Music is a comprehensive guide to the composition and performance of visual music, and an essential text for those wanting to explore the history, current practice, performance strategies, compositional methodologies and practical techniques for conceiving and creating electronic visual music. Beginning with historical perspectives to inspire the reader to work creatively and develop their own individual style, visual music theory is then discussed in an accessible form, providing a series of strategies for implementing ideas. Including interviews with current practitioners, Electronic Visual Music provides insight into contemporary working methods and gives a snapshot of the state of the art in this ever-evolving creative discipline. This book is a valuable resource for artists and practitioners, as well as students, educators and researchers working in disciplines such as music composition, music production, video arts, animation and related media arts, who are interested in informing their own work and learning new strategies and techniques for exploration and creative expression of electronic visual music.
Visualizing Business
SUMMARYDeceptively powerful and stunningly beautiful, 4D is a monumental leap forward in conveying business information effectively. It has always been right there in front of us, waiting to be unlocked, hiding in plain sight. All it took was the convergence of human ingenuity, Artificial Intelligence, and the rise of a medium capable of magic.Foreword by legendary media artist, Refik Anadol.DESCRIPTIONThis highly anticipated book by M. Pell heralds the emergence of "4D", a new approach to business intelligence fueled by Artificial Intelligence, Spatial Computing and advanced Data Visualization techniques. Combined, they now provide us with the ability to not only see, but truly understand, what is actually happening within our businesses. 4D enables us to rewind and fast forward time at will, making it one of the most significant advances in the history of global business. By utilizing these breakthrough techniques for representing process, systems, and flow, businesses will forevermore be shown as living, breathing, dynamic entities, and in a form that truly depicts their ever-changing nature.Welcome to the 4th Dimension, and the future of global business.ADVANCE PRAISE"M. Pell's ability to imagine not only the future of business, but that of humanity's interactions with technology at large, is an important perspective that we should all understand and embrace."- Refik Anadol (Media Artist, Legend)"Mike has expertly synthesized what we have all been thinking and working towards - a new visual language for interacting with and interpreting data, powered by AI. Brilliant."- Amy Peck (CEO, EndeavorXR)"This is a virtuosic command performance of visionary digital transformation concepts. Individually brilliant, and collectively almost overwhelming in scope and intricacy. Truly remarkable."- David Brunner (Founder & CEO, ModuleQ)For more info https: //VisualizingBusiness.com
Syndrome Detection Distinctive Medical Images
Syndrome detection through distinctive medical images stands at the forefront of modern diagnostic practices. By meticulously analyzing unique visual patterns in medical images, healthcare professionals can identify various syndromes and disorders, enabling timely interventions and personalized patient care.These distinctive images capture specific manifestations of syndromes, showcasing patterns and anomalies that set them apart from typical cases. Cutting-edge imaging technologies such as MRI, CT scans, and specialized imaging modalities are instrumental in this process, offering unprecedented insights into the intricate details of the human body.Syndrome detection through distinctive medical images is a multidisciplinary effort, involving radiologists, clinicians, and artificial intelligence algorithms. These professionals meticulously examine the images, leveraging their expertise to spot subtle variations and correlations that hint at specific syndromes. Moreover, AI-powered tools enhance this process by swiftly processing vast datasets and highlighting potential indicators.The implications of this approach are profound. It expedites diagnosis, aids in prognostication, and tailors treatment strategies to individual patients. Early identification of syndromes empowers healthcare providers to offer timely interventions, improving patient outcomes and quality of life. As technology advances and our understanding of image-based markers deepens, the realm of syndrome detection through distinctive medical images continues to evolve, promising a future where precision medicine is the norm.
Cheer and Loathing
One of the most acclaimed writers in animation returns with this informal sequel to his previous books on indie animation, Unsung Heroes of Animation, Animators Unearthed, and Mad Eyed Misfits.In this collection, award-winning writer, Chris Robinson, looks at a wide range of films, topics (sex, censorship, cultural politics, programming, felt, gifs, VR, dogs) and filmmakers (Masaaki Yuasa, Xi Chen, Gil Alkabetz, Jacques Drouin, Bordo, Rosto, Joaqu穩n Coci簽a, Crist籀bal Le籀n, George Schwizgebel, Lizzy Hobbs, Andreas Hykade, Leah Shore, and many others).Eclectic, brief, fiery, and opinionated, Robinson's gonzo-tinged writing will amuse, confuse, annoy, and maybe even inspire while, hopefully introducing readers to the wonders of independently-produced animation.
Autodesk Inventor 2024
The Autodesk(R) Inventor(R) 2024: Sheet Metal Design guide introduces the concepts and techniques of sheet metal modeling with the Autodesk Inventor software. The structure of the guide follows the typical stages of using the Autodesk Inventor software. That is, to create and edit sheet metal parts, generate flat patterns, and document the designs in drawings. Topics CoveredUnderstanding the Autodesk Inventor Sheet Metal interface and workflowCreating base faces, contour flanges, and contour rollsCreating secondary faces, contour flanges, and contour rollsWorking with sheet metal parametersCreating flangesAdding hems, folds, and bends to sheet metal modelsAdding corner rounds and chamfers to sheet metal modelsRemoving geometry from a sheet metal model (holes, cuts, and punch features)Controlling sheet metal geometry using corner seams (seams and miters)Generating flat patternsCreating lofted flangesCreating rip features to permit the flattening of the sheet metal geometryUnfolding and refolding sheet metal geometryDesigning multi-body sheet metal modelsDocumenting and annotating sheet metal drawingsConverting solid models to sheet metal modelsWorking with sheet metal styles PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 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 are not compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023). The material covered in this training guide assumes a mastery of Autodesk Inventor basics as taught in Autodesk Inventor: Introduction to Solid Modeling.Knowledge of sheet metal processing is an asset, but not required.
The 3D Moir矇 Effect
The 3D moir矇 effect creates an impressive 3D illusion that doesn't require any visual aids to observe. Although it has been known for a while, it has recently gained more attention due to advancements in printing technologies that allow for commercial and artistic exploration. Initially, it was used to produce images of floating planes. Gradually, it has been discovered that the surface can be sculpted into various forms, like a hemisphere, which has opened up new applications and increased interest in the effect. This book explains the theoretical foundations of the 3D moir矇 effect and how to sculpt the display into different surface geometries. It provides numerical and analytical methods for the computation of the image-warping transformation involved in the sculpting process. The book is based on original and hitherto unpublished research. It explores two types of 3D moir矇 assemblies: optical and parallax-barrier. The optical category offers superior imaging and visual qualities and involves optical micro-lens arrays like lenticular and fly-eye sheets. The parallax barrier assembly is made from purely mechanical components.Throughout the analysis, several new concepts are presented, which might require considerable effort from the reader to grasp. To make the process easier, the matter is unveiled gradually, step by step. Firstly, moir矇 setups that exhibit floating planes are thoroughly analyzed. Then, the sculpting theory is introduced to generalize the floating planes scenario. To aid in comprehension, numerous figures and examples are utilized in the text to guide the reader.It's important to note that creating 3D moir矇 pictures requires both theoretical knowledge and specific software and production processes, so readers looking to learn that skill may not find what they're looking for in this book. However, for those interested in exploring the topic on a theoretical level or writing software for 3D moir矇 applications, this book is a valuable resource.The concluding chapters briefly discuss the relation of 3D moir矇 setups with 3D lenticular and fly-eye pictures and the new concept of 3D moir矇 optics.
Algorithmic Game Theory
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Symposium on Algorithmic Game Theory, SAGT 2023, which took place in Egham, UK, in September 2023. The 26 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 59 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: ​computational aspects and efficiency in games; computational social choice; fair division; matching and mechanism design.
Final Cut Pro Efficient Editing - Second Edition
Unlock the hidden gems of video editing with Iain Anderson, Apple Certified Trainer Bonus 1: Get the Ultimate FCP Keyboard Shortcut Cheat-Sheet for maximum speed! Bonus 2: Get Free Digital Updates for your book, regardless of the format you purchase!Key Features: - Covers the newest features for FCP 10.7.1 along with expert tips, step-by-step tutorials, and advanced techniques- Easy-to-follow and well-organized, with clear explanations and helpful tips for beginners and experienced users- Updated with the latest features, including a new 360簞 Workflows Appendix, Object Tracking, advanced color correction techniques, and much moreBook Description: Elevate your video editing skills with Final Cut Pro 10.7.1, the ultimate tool for efficient and professional editing, offering powerful new features to enhance your workflow and give your videos a stunning look.The second edition of this comprehensive guide covers exciting new features in FCP, teaching you how to streamline your workflow with customizable workspaces, shortcuts, and advanced trimming tools. Explore best-in-class titles and a comprehensive suite of visual effects in Final Cut Pro for dynamic videos, create a great-sounding mix with Final Cut Pro's audio tools, and utilize the magnetic timeline, multicam editing, and advanced color correction for every project.Whether you're creating content for social media, YouTube, or Hollywood, Final Cut Pro Efficient Editing, Second Edition is your ultimate guide to professional video editing. Get your copy today and take your video editing skills to the next level.What You Will Learn: - Organize and manage media from multiple sources- Edit and manipulate video with an intuitive interface and powerful tools- Streamline your workflow with customizable workspaces and keyboard shortcuts- Sync and edit multicam interviews with ease and learn advanced trimming techniques- Use advanced audio and color grading tools to achieve a professional-quality finish- Work with other editors using the built-in collaboration tools- Create stunning visual effects and complex motion graphics titles- Export video projects in a variety of formats for delivery to multiple platforms and user devicesWho this book is for: This book is designed to help everyone: creative professionals, anyone new to video editing, and existing editors switching from other video editing systems to Final Cut Pro or stepping up from iMovie. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, you'll find this FCP book highly valuable. All you need to get started is a basic familiarity with macOS.
Animation Impact on Visual Art
In the ever-evolving world of visual art, animation has emerged as a revolutionary force, transforming the way artists express their creativity and engage their audiences. This captivating and dynamic medium has brought a new dimension to the traditional forms of art, transcending boundaries and pushing the limits of imagination.This exploration delves into the profound impact animation has had on visual art throughout history. From its humble beginnings as simple hand-drawn frames to the sophisticated digital animations of today, we witness how animation has seamlessly blended with various art forms, breathing life into static canvases and sculptures.Through a captivating journey, we uncover how animation has given artists the power to convey emotions, tell stories, and communicate complex concepts with unparalleled fluidity and versatility. Its ability to manipulate time, space, and reality has opened doors to entirely new artistic expressions that were once unimaginable.Moreover, this investigation uncovers the profound influence of animation on popular culture, shaping the way we perceive and interpret visual stimuli in movies, advertisements, video games, and beyond. As animation continues to evolve, we witness how it is becoming an increasingly essential part of contemporary art, pushing the boundaries of creativity and inspiring a new generation of visionary artists.Join us as we embark on a fascinating exploration of "Animation and its Impact on Visual Art," celebrating the artistry, innovation, and transformative power that this dynamic medium has brought to the world of creativity.
Efficient Video Coding Using Multi Resolution Techniques
Compression algorithms have been enlarged for different approaches at a wide ranging level. These algorithms have been evaluated and systemized by various researchers.Generally, the fields of accessible systemized video coding systems are useful for many purposes. Few coding algorithms allow a degree of modification within the limit to handle technology limitations. In the recent digital world, all data is being kept in the digital platforms which results in require of huge storage space for storing the images and video and also requires a huge bandwidth for transmission. These two disputes lead to the development of new compression methods. It's been a problematic task to store and transmit the bulky raw data. The process of reducing the storage size of the data is referred as Data Compression. The video compression plays a major role in the field of media and other related fields such as Video Broadcasting, Video Conferencing and Video Streaming.A typical compression (or coding) system is made up of an encoder and a decoder. The encoder converts the video sequence into a compact representation that is transmitted orstored, while the decoder performs the inverse operation.Compression is the capability of illustrating information in an appropriate form by Sayood 2000. This compact representation is possible by exploiting and eliminating the redundancyand irrelevancy in the data. A model of initially using data compression by using Morsecode was generated by Samuel Morse in the center of 19th century. Symbols conveyed by telegraph are encrypted with the help of dots and dashes. Morse observed that some letters takes place more regularly compared to others. To minimize the mean time demanded to convey a message, shorter sequences are allocated to the letters, that take place more habitually, and prolonged sequences are allocated to letters that take place less habitually by Sayood 2000.This scheme of using transient code words for more regularly happening attributes is utilized in Huffman coding, Shannon Fano coding.The image and video data compression Bhaskaran and Konstantinides in1996 mention to an operation, in which the quantum of info utilized for denoting image and video is minimized, to face the bit rate requirements under or utmost matching to the accessible bit rate, while the standard of the regenerated image or video fulfill the conditions for specifiedapplications with less difficulty.
Designing the Adobe InDesign Way
Layout multipage documents faster for print and digital output in this part-color guide, with consistent control over typography, color and positioning, all whilst using the latest Adobe InDesign 2023 features to automate repetitive and complex tasksKey Features- Create engaging design solutions for print and digital media such as posters, magazines, books, and brochures- Master the powerful tools InDesign offers to simplify complex tasks and avoid potentially disastrous mistakes- Discover InDesign best practices to increase productivity and speed up the design process with this illustrated guideBook DescriptionAdobe InDesign is the leading desktop publishing and layout software for producing brochures, magazines, flyers, books, posters, and a wide range of digital documents. It allows you to rapidly draft your documents with precise control over typography, images, positioning, alignment, color, and other interactive features. However, InDesign's interface, tools, and workflows can be a bit challenging to get to grips with. This cookbook will assist you in building unparalleled InDesign workflows with tried and tested recipes.With Designing the Adobe InDesign Way, you'll learn how to add and edit content, create color swatches, and use features such as tables, all while applying software best practices and techniques to ensure that your work is fast, efficient, and easily maintained. Additionally, you'll explore advanced InDesign features such as text styles, parent pages, tables of contents, and pre-flighting. Finally, you'll take a closer look at the many export options in InDesign and ways to truly maximize its capabilities.By the end of this book, you'll be well equipped to draft and design your own projects while ensuring your work is compatible with industry standards for print and digital documents.What You Will Learn- Navigate and customize the InDesign interface- Understand how to set up new documents for different types of content- Explore how to add and adjust content within your documents- Discover a range of tools to speed up your workflow and make you more efficient- Check your documents for errors and make the required corrections- Share your document output in different formats based on specific requirementsWho this book is forThis book is for marketing and communications professionals, marketing executives, marketing managers, marketing assistants, communications officers, communications managers, graphic designers, publishers, bids and tender teams, PR professionals, and brand managers looking to gain a deep understanding of InDesign. Anyone seeking to learn InDesign to create more professional content and advance their skills will find the book useful.Table of Contents- Customizing the InDesign Interface and New Document Settings- Working with Text in InDesign- Creating and Using Tables- Using the InDesign Frame Tools- Adding Images to Your Document- Taking Images Further - Creating and Applying Parent Pages- Working with Colours and Gradients- Formatting with Paragraph and Character Styles- Generating and Updating a Table of Contents- Creating Interactivity and PDF Forms- Using and Collaborating with CC Libraries- Preflighting and Outputting
The 3D Moir矇 Effect
The 3D moir矇 effect creates an impressive 3D illusion that doesn't require any visual aids to observe. Although it has been known for a while, it has recently gained more attention due to advancements in printing technologies that allow for commercial and artistic exploration. Initially, it was used to produce images of floating planes. Gradually, it has been discovered that the surface can be sculpted into various forms, like a hemisphere, which has opened up new applications and increased interest in the effect. This book explains the theoretical foundations of the 3D moir矇 effect and how to sculpt the display into different surface geometries. It provides numerical and analytical methods for the computation of the image-warping transformation involved in the sculpting process. The book is based on original and hitherto unpublished research. It explores two types of 3D moir矇 assemblies: optical and parallax-barrier. The optical category offers superior imaging and visual qualities and involves optical micro-lens arrays like lenticular and fly-eye sheets. The parallax barrier assembly is made from purely mechanical components.Throughout the analysis, several new concepts are presented, which might require considerable effort from the reader to grasp. To make the process easier, the matter is unveiled gradually, step by step. Firstly, moir矇 setups that exhibit floating planes are thoroughly analyzed. Then, the sculpting theory is introduced to generalize the floating planes scenario. To aid in comprehension, numerous figures and examples areutilized in the text to guide the reader.It's important to note that creating 3D moir矇 pictures requires both theoretical knowledge and specific software and production processes, so readers looking to learn that skill may not find what they're looking for in this book. However, for those interested in exploring the topic on a theoretical level or writing software for 3D moir矇 applications, this book is a valuable resource.The concluding chapters briefly discuss the relation of 3D moir矇 setups with 3D lenticular and fly-eye pictures and the new concept of 3D moir矇 optics.
F禱dor Khitruk
This book is a first and long-awaited study of the directorial work of the animation master F禱dor Khitruk (1917-2012), an artist who formed in the tradition of classical cel animation only to break the conventions once he turned into a director; a liaison between artists and authorities; a personality who promoted daring films to be created in the Soviet Union dominated by socialist realism; and a teacher and supporter of young artists that continued to carry on his legacy long after the Soviet empire collapsed.F禱dor Khitruk: A Look at Soviet Animation through the Work of One Master reveals Khitruk's mastery in the art of the moving image and his critical role as a director of films that changed the look of Soviet animation and its relation to the animation world within and beyond the Eastern Bloc. Based on archival research, personal interviews, published memoirs, and perceptive analyses of Khitruk's production of films for children and adults, this study is a must-read for scholars in Soviet art and culture as well as readers fascinated by traditional animation art.
The Illustrated Guide to Audio Formats
The Illustrated Guide to Audio Formats is an easy-to-read exploration of thirty-six popular and forgotten audio formats. This collection begins with the first recorded sound, the Phonautograph (invented in 1857), and concludes with the digital audio player.In between, this book covers classics like vinyl records and compact cassettes, fan favorites like the 8-track and MiniDisc, commercial flops and successes, innovative and recycled technologies, and rare formats like the Micro Pack 35 and Sabamobil.This guide contains 131 detailed illustrations featuring audio recording and playback devices, cassettes, cartridges, reels, and more. Along with some basic details about each format, there are some fun facts about the history of recorded sound, the context in the larger media production ecosystem, and the how and why behind their inventions.All illustrations and text are extra-large and printed in black-and-white, so the content of this book can double as posters or coloring pages!
Personalized Human-Computer Interaction
Personalized and adaptive systems employ user models to adapt content, services, interaction or navigation to individual users' needs. User models can be inferred from implicitly observed information, such as the user's interaction history or current location, or from explicitly entered information, such as user profile data or ratings. Applications of personalization include item recommendation, location-based services, learning assistance and the tailored selection of interaction modalities. With the transition from desktop computers to mobile devices and ubiquitous environments, the need for adapting to changing contexts is even more important. However, this also poses new challenges concerning privacy issues, user control, transparency, and explainability. In addition, user experience and other human factors are becoming increasingly important. This book describes foundations of user modeling, discusses user interaction as a basis for adaptivity, and showcases several personalization approaches in a variety of domains, including music recommendation, tourism, and accessible user interfaces.
The Pro Tools 2023 Post-Audio Cookbook
Take your projects from vision to victory with Avid Pro Tools by delivering high-quality results with perfect recipes for every challengePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Learn to edit audio quickly and efficiently using different techniquesDiscover advanced automation techniques used during a mix sessionUnlock Pro Tools' most powerful features and explore their usesBook Description: Pro Tools has long been an industry-standard Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) for audio professionals, but it can often be overwhelming for new and experienced users alike. The Pro Tools 2023 Post-Audio Cookbook acts as a reference guide to the software and breaks down each stage of a project into manageable phases. From planning a session, editing a sequence, performing a mix to printing the final masters, you can approach this book either sequentially or peruse the self-contained recipes.You'll come to grips with workflows for music production, motion picture, and spoken word production, helping you gain expertise in the area of your choice. You'll learn aspects of music mixing like side chain processing to keep instruments from overshadowing each other and conforming for motion picture. The author's expertise with Pro Tools will help you discover and incorporate different techniques into your workflows. You'll also learn to build consistent and replicable workflows and templates by understanding what happens behind the scenes in Pro Tools. With this cookbook, you'll be able to focus on the creative aspects of your audio production and not get mired by the technical hurdles.By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to handle even the most complex features of Pro Tools to deliver immaculate results for your clients.What You Will Learn: Explore the inner workings of Pro ToolsPlan and organize projects effectivelyEdit audio quickly and efficientlyUnderstand and explore the usage of audio routingBuild effective mix templatesDeliver custom solutions for varied service requirementsUse advanced mixing techniques to enhance sound tracksPick appropriate use cases for different audio effects and pluginsWho this book is for: The book is for audio professionals, sound designers/editors, music engineers, podcast producers, re-recordist mixers, and students looking to learn about Pro Tools and its features. A basic understanding of Digital Audio Workstations and its operations such as import, edit, mix and bounce is a must.
The Ultimate Studio One Pro Book
Boost your music production efficiency using Studio One's seamless workflows and deliver professional-grade tracksPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: - Learn how to arrange and record your own music with Studio One's unique, intuitive workflow- Use Song, Project, and Show windows to create, master, and perform professional quality music- Utilize Studio One's virtual instruments and effects plug-ins to create music without any extra softwareBook Description: The Ultimate Studio One Pro Book is a detailed, step-by-step guide to creating music with Studio One's extensive set of production tools. This practical, goal-oriented resource will help musicians start producing their own music with Studio One and teach audio professionals how to include Studio One in their production workflow.The book begins by showing you how to set up Studio One to work smoothly on your system. The following chapters will walk you through the process of creating a project, along with recording audio and using virtual instruments to construct a MIDI arrangement. As you advance, you'll find out how to edit your songs to perfection using Melodyne, Audio Bend, and an extensive collection of MIDI modifiers. You'll also discover how to mix in Studio One with the effects plugins included in it, along with applying audio mastering in the Project window. Throughout this book, you'll gain the skills needed to leverage Studio One confidently and effectively, as well as build your own unique music production workflow.By the end of this book, you'll be able to effortlessly translate your musical ideas into complete songs using Studio One's powerful tools.What You Will Learn: - Configure Studio One and run it smoothly in your production environment- Record and edit MIDI using Studio One's excellent manipulation tools- Record audio and edit confidently using Melodyne and Audio Bend- Work with Studio One's stock virtual instruments to create an arrangement- Mix a song with Studio One's stock effects plugins- Master a song using the Project window- Take your music on stage with the Show windowWho this book is for: This book is for musicians, bands, and composers who want to learn Studio One from scratch to create their own music on a professional level. Producers and audio professionals who already have experience in another Digital Audio Workstation but now wish to switch to Studio One or include it in their workflow will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge and experience of musical processes, such as arranging, recording, mixing, and mastering are needed to make the most of this book. However, this book will teach you how to perform these processes more effectively in Studio One.Table of Contents- Choosing Your Flavor of Studio One- Installing and Configuring Your Studio One Environment- Exploring the Studio One Environment- Creating a New Song- Recording Your First Audio Track- Adding Virtual Instruments and Recording MIDI- Editing and Rearranging Your Song- Editing Audio- Editing MIDI- Using Global Tracks- Preparing for the Mix- Working with Effects Plugins to Craft a Mix- Optimizing Signal Flow and Elevating Your Mix- Navigating the Project Page and Producing Final Masters- Using Additional Studio One Features- Appendix: Customizing Studio One and Following Best Practices
Data Science for Beginners
The general format of this book is I'll start with each concept, explaining it in a bunch of sections and graphical examples. I will introduce you to some of the notations and fancy terminologies that data scientists like to use so you can talk the same language, but the concepts themselves are generally pretty simple. After that, I'll throw you into some actual Python code that actually works that we can run and mess around with, and that will show you how to actually apply these ideas to actual data.
Flash 5 Visual Insight
Flash 5 Visual Insight provides an illustrative, simple approach to this leading web development program. The format grabs the readers attention with screenshots and caption-like text teaching the applicable and useful fundamental elements of this program, such as tools and their options, then, building on that base to guide readers through creating their own movie.
The Theory and Practice of Writing Music for Games
The nature of game music charges the modern-day composer with understanding a whole host of aesthetic and technical principles unique to the medium. Based on years of working in the field, as well as teaching the subject at colleges and universities, The Theory and Practice of Writing Music for Games is an invaluable resource for those looking for a classroom tested, directed course of study.As players and composers, themselves, authors Steve Horowitz and Scott R. Looney share the inspiration and joy of game music with an emphasis on critical thinking and the creative process, exploring the parallels and distinctions to concert music, film, TV, cartoons, and other popular forms.Each chapter builds on the next and guides the reader step by step through the essentials. Along with all the theory, a multitude of clearly defined hands-on projects and exercises are included, designed to prepare the reader to go out into the field with a complete understanding of the art and craft of music composition for games and visual media.Key Features: - Discusses a variety of topics in a simple and easy-to-understand format.- Provides a valuable resource for teachers and students, anyone who is looking to build a career in music for games.- Breaks down the fundamentals needed to build your career.- Includes fun and practical exercises that strengthen your composer chops.Visit the Companion Website for additional resources: www.gameaudioinstitute.com/crc-press/
Data Integrity and Data Governance
Data integrity is the overall accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data. Data integrity also refers to the safety of data regarding regulatory compliance, such as GDPR compliance, and security. It is maintained by a collection of processes, rules, and standards implemented during the design phase. Data governance is the process of managing the availability, usability, integrity, and security of the data in enterprise systems, based on internal data standards and policies that also control data usage. Effective data governance ensures that data is consistent and trustworthy and does not get misused. This book provides a comprehensive overview of data integrity and data governance and their myriad applications.
Express Your Creativity with Adobe Express
Transform your brand and social media content with Adobe Express' limitless creative templates and assets to craft graphics that make your content stand outPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Captivate and convert with compelling videos that tell your brand story, driving traffic to your website and storeBuild beautiful and engaging content with Adobe Express either from your browser or mobile phoneWork through guided projects that take you from start to finish with step-by-step supportBook Description: Working with graphics can be daunting, especially if you don't have a background in graphic design, but with Adobe Express, you can create stunning content without prior experience. This book will show you how you can choose from thousands of beautiful templates, customize them to your brand, and watch your visuals come to life.This book is your ultimate guide to Adobe Express, covering every function, from formatting typography to animating your graphics. With practical exercises, you'll be able to put your newfound knowledge into action and start creating right away. You'll learn the art of crafting stunning social media graphics, thumb-stopping animations, beautiful landing pages, and captivating videos.Whether you prefer the browser or mobile experience, Adobe Express provides the flexibility to create beautiful content seamlessly. Learning new skills and applying them has never been easier, as each chapter equips you to accomplish remarkable feats.By the end of this book, you'll have mastered Adobe Express for elevating your online presence.What You Will Learn: Create stunning social media graphics without any design experienceElevate your existing graphic content by converting these into engaging animationsBuild beautiful responsive web pages and marketing splash pages without the requirement of coding knowledgeSave time by creating content once and easily adapting it to different platform aspect ratiosCapture your audience's attention through compelling and eye-catching contentMaximize lead generation by creating conversion-focused landing pages that convert visitors into potential customersWho this book is for: If you're a marketer, content creator, budding designer, or entrepreneur looking to elevate your brand through stunning visuals and compelling content, you know that designing professional-grade graphics, web pages, and videos can be a daunting task, especially if you lack experience with graphic design software. This book will show you how you can unlock the full potential of Adobe Express to create visuals for any platform or medium, even if you're a complete beginner to designing.
Become a Unity Shaders Guru
Discover the new URP render pipeline, the Shader Graph tool, and a range of advanced shading techniques in this illustrated guide to bring out the beauty of your 2D/3D game projectsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Discover the new shader tools such as URP and Shader Graph to work in HLSL code or with visual node-based editingLearn advanced tricks to optimize your rendering pipelineExplore various concepts to create a variety of 2D and 3D game shadersBook Description: Do you really know all the ins-and-outs of Unity shaders? It's time to step up your Unity game and dive into the new URP render pipeline, the Shader Graph tool, and advanced shading techniques to bring out the beauty of your 2D/3D game projects!Become a Unity Shaders Guru is here to help you transition from the built-in render pipeline to the SRP pipelines and learn the latest shading tools. With it, you'll dive deeper into Unity shaders by understanding the essential concepts through practical examples. First, you'll discover how to create a simple shading model in the Unity built-in render pipeline, and then in the Unity URP render pipeline and Shader Graph while learning about the practical applications of both. You'll explore common game shader techniques, ranging from interior mapping to adding neon outlines on a sprite or simulating the wobble of a fish. You'll also learn about alternative rendering techniques, like Ray Marching.By the end of this book, you'll have learned to create a wide variety of 2D and 3D shaders with Unity's URP pipeline (both in HLSL code and with the Shader Graph tool), and be well-versed with some optimization tricks to make your games friendly for low-tier devices as well.What You Will Learn: Understand the main differences between the legacy render pipeline and the SRPCreate shaders in Unity with HLSL code and the Shader Graph 10 toolImplement common game shaders for VFX, animation, procedural generation, and moreExperiment with offloading work from the CPU to the GPUIdentify different optimization tools and their usesDiscover useful URP shaders and re-adapt them in your projectsWho this book is for: This book is for technical artists who have worked with Unity and want to get a deeper understanding of Unity's render pipelines and its visual node-based editing tool. Seasoned game developers who are looking for reference shaders using the recent URP render pipeline will also find this book useful. A basic level of programming experience in HLSL, Unity, its layout, and its basic usage is a must.
Earmarked for Collision
Collage art and film date back to the early 20th century (the earliest collages have roots in 12th-century Japan). It was rooted in the age of consumerism where artists addressed an array of political and social issues by creating a carefully crafted collision of pre-existing images and sounds to generate new meanings and commentaries on the surrounding world.Collage has also pushed the boundaries of animation, by incorporating other artistic forms (e.g., photography, live action, experimental cinema, literature, found sound) while exploring an array of social, cultural and political issues.In Earmarked for Collision, award-winning writer Chris Robinson (The Animation Pimp, Mad Eyed Misfits, Unsung Heroes of Animation) takes us on a tour of the history of collage animation, cataloguing the collage works of notable artists like Larry Jordan, Harry Smith, Stan Vanderbeek, Terry Gilliam, Janie Geiser, Martha Colburn, Lewis Klahr, Run Wrake, Lei Lei, Kelly Sears, Jodie Mack, and many, many others.
Designedup
"Carter's new book, DesignedUp, is a useful guide for the modern design practitioner who sits at the intersection of the IT consultancy and agency world -- someone who chooses to plot their own course across many companies' diverse set of interests instead of being loyal to just one. In doing so, they have selected an exciting path that will bring them many heralded victories and challenging pitfalls, which Carter has aptly navigated over her impressive career. If you have been in the field for a while, I think you will find Carter's book to be a refreshing antidote to any career doldrums you may have."-- Dr. John Maeda, VP of Design and Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft"Designers have long asked for a 'seat at the table.' What Emma Carter has done is given them the roadmap to not only get that seat, but to redesign the table to fit what tech-driven organisations need to succeed today."-- Jeff Gotthelf, Author "Lean UX" and "Sense & Respond"Are you struggling to get non-designers to understand the value of what you do?Tech companies and consultancies can feel like an inhospitable landscape for designers. Too often, design is seen as a 'nice extra', rather than an integral part of the process, and designers find their voice overshadowed by decision-makers who don't understand or appreciate the power of design.DesignedUp will help you eliminate obstacles and become a design leader who can effectively influence everyone from engineers to C-level execs. By sharing perspectives, methods, frameworks and hero stories from global Tech & Design leaders, including Rebecca Parsons, CTO at Thoughtworks; Andreas Markdalen, Global Chief Creative Officer at frog; Lauren Pleydell-Pearce, Executive Creative Director at PwC UK, Dr. Andy Polaine, Ex-global Group Design Director at Fjord, the book shows you how to: Assess and harness your strengths Understand and communicate in the language of business and tech Develop your influencing skills to bring tech leads and stakeholders on board with design Present compelling design arguments that resonate with decision-makers Turn execs into design evangelists Spread the love for human-centred design far beyond your deliver
Practical Design Discovery
Design discovery is crucial to a project's success-unite your team in an approach toward a common goal. Explore the role of discovery in product design, how to use and structure your favorite techniques for success, and how to synthesize and document what you learn. With Dan Brown's flexible framework for planning and practicing discovery activities, you'll set every design endeavor on the right path.
Quick Self achievement
Achievements that happened and are happening In every field... in every field... everywhere . . At all times Achievements like miracles... and what was achieved from the imagination that was As long as you can plan There will be something achieved Walk your way... be patient. . Persevere... Struggle... Strive. . seek You will arrive... You will achieve what you want... What works will remain. . Otherwise, it will perish... I know this... God is with you
Get Paid to Take Digital Photos
You're reading this because you have two passions in life. First, you love taking photos. You probably carry your camera everywhere with you, just waiting for a chance to snap a candid shot that tells a little story. That's the art of photography and, if you're reading this, you have a passion for that art. But then there's your passion for money. Don't worry, you're not being judged. It's good to be motivated by money. It's what makes the world go 'round, right? Or is that love? Point is, money may not bring happiness, but it sure makes life a whole lot easier to get through. And anyone knows that the best way to make money is to take what you love and turn it into a business. Well, congratulations. You have taken the first step towards making money doing what you love: Taking digital photos. Not many people know that you can make a good living just by selling photos over the Internet. But once you become aware of just how many photos we're exposed to on a daily basis, the realization that you can make money taking great photos should be a no-brainer.Get your copy today!
A Little Bit of Advice for Self-Publishers
In this succinct book, publications consultant Vinnie Kinsella tells you what you should know before starting your self-publishing journey. With tips ranging from the practical to the personal, A Little Bit of Advice for Self-Publishers helps you make informed decisions at each stage of the publishing process. Avoid the wrong turns and costly mistakes other first-time self-publishers make by following the advice in this insightful little guide.
Professional Image Editing Made Easy with Affinity Photo
A comprehensive photo editing guide from a professional artist for Affinity 1.0 and 2.0 users covering best techniques to fix problems in edits and understand workflowPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Learn to use masking, selection, brushes, blend mode, and color tools in the photo editing workflowUnveil advanced personas used in the editing pipeline like tone mapping, liquification, and moreCreate your own brushes and build your artistic pallet in Affinity PhotoBook Description: In this book, you'll explore the Affinity Photo program through practice-based learning as you make popular photo edits, learning the tools and techniques in conjunction with the workflow concept. Instead of comprehensive description of the tools, you'll learn through practical application and understand why they work, not just how they work. This is neither a technical manual nor a workbook but a project-based hybrid approach that provides a deeper understanding of how to use each tool to achieve your goal.Starting with the fundamentals of navigating the interface, understanding layers, and making your first edit, this Affinity Photo book gradually increases the complexity of projects. You'll go from single-layer edits, composites, and RAW development to putting together a complex composition using the tools that you've learned along the way. Additionally, you'll learn the best practices used by expert photo editors for a flawless finish.By the end of this book, you'll have a good body of work, be able to evaluate the edits you want to make, and achieve desired results with Affinity Photo.What You Will Learn: Develop a repeatable methodology for use in your photo editing styleUnderstand the most frequently utilized techniques by professional editorsComplete a body of work for use and reference in future projectsDevelop your own libraries of assets, macros, and tone-mapping presets for your styleRecreate popular editing styles used in print and filmRecondition old family photosUnderstand and deconstruct other editing styles to expand your knowledgeWho this book is for: If you are a beginner to any form of photo editing or are a Photoshop user switching from Adobe, this book is for you. This book is also for small business owners who want to do brand-specific editing on stock photos but have limited experience in photo editing. Beginner-level editors, photographers, and people looking to get into product photography and advertising will be able to make the most out of this book.
