Introduction to Artificial Intelligence is not just a book; it's a comprehensive educational experience designed to bring you to the forefront of AI knowledge. This guide opens the door to the transformative world of AI, emphasizing its significance in today's society. It offers an inclusive welcome, setting the stage for readers from all backgrounds and delves into how AI reshapes our modern world.
As we traverse the historical landscape of AI, from the musings of ancient philosophers to the breakthroughs of the digital era, you'll gain a deep understanding of the field's roots and evolution. The book outlines the shift from Symbolic AI's rigid logic to the fluid learning of modern neural networks, illuminated by interactive quizzes that reinforce learning and comprehension.
The core chapters provide a deep dive into the technical aspects of AI, covering key concepts and subfields with an engaging mix of theory and hands-on learning. Each major branch of AI is accompanied by an online lab, inviting you to apply your knowledge in a practical, interactive environment.
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The discussion on ethics prepares you to navigate the complex moral landscape AI presents, while real-world applications and case studies showcase AI's practical impact. The book also peers into the future, predicting how AI will continue to evolve and shape our world.
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I designed this book to be a survey of basic building blocks of Information Systems, and I based it on entry-level college courses that I have taught over the years. The material covers several baseline topics that are core to computer science and information technology. These topics include:
This book is designed for anyone who wants to have more information about the information technology field and is ideal for someone just getting started. This book will give you a solid understanding of many of the concepts that drive one of the most important industries in today's world.
This book is the second in a series of books I designed to help beginners get started with information technology. In the first book, I covered some of the entry-level concepts that computer science students must master. In this volume, you will learn your first programming language, C#.
The C# programming language from Microsoft is one of the most popular programming languages in the world. Hop on board and learn how to code in C#.
The Beginner's Guide to C# is designed for true beginners to get started with this powerful programming language. No prior programming experience is required to read and take full advantage of this book.
Readers will need access to a PC to install .NET Core (free download) to run the labs in this book. The guide will also present readers to some affordable cloud-based options that will allow for cloud-based software development.
Starting from the very beginning, The Beginner's Guide to C# will present the reader with an elementary sample program. Once the code in the sample program is explained and reviewed, it will then proceed to add elements that illustrate basic language constructs step-by-step. This process will continue until the demonstration program is fully developed.
As a final project, the guide will take the reader through the process of building a complete program that integrates all of the concepts in the book.
By completing the labs and projects in the The Beginner's Guide to C#, the reader will acquire a basic knowledge of the C# programming language and be able to write code.This book is designed to be a survey of the essential topics of Information Systems. The material covers important topics that drive computing and information technology today. The book is broken down into sections that cover a survey of essential areas of information systems. These topics include:
- An introduction and overview of computer hardware
- How software is built by industry today using the software development lifecycle.
- Cloud computing and the services that are offered by the leading vendors on the market today
- Computer security and,
- The future of computing and more
This book is designed for anyone who wants to have more information about the information technology field and is ideal for someone just getting started. The book will give you a solid understanding of many of the concepts that drive one of the most important industries in today's world.
In the dynamic landscape of modern technology, cloud computing has become the cornerstone of innovation, scalability, and efficiency. Introduction to Amazon AWS is your essential guide to understanding the fundamental concepts of cloud computing using Amazon Web Services (AWS). Whether you're new to the cloud or looking to expand your horizons, this book will demystify the world of AWS and empower you with the knowledge needed to embark on your cloud journey.
Video Course Included
By purchasing this book, you will have access to an online video course on the author's website. This course has video walkthroughs, online quizzes, and downloadable materials.
Key Contents:
Cloud Concepts
In this chapter, we will look at the fundamentals of cloud computing. We will first start off with a definition of cloud computing and then follow up with a brief history of cloud computing. Next, we will look at the advantages and limitations of cloud computing. We will explain how cloud systems deployment by defining cloud service models.. This chapter then concludes with a look at the Amazon AWS well architected framework.
Amazon Core Services
In this chapter, I will introduce you to the core services of Amazon AWS. After this introduction, we will examine each of these core services.
Security and Account Management
An important part of any system is security and access management. With Amazon AWS, this is Identity and Access Management (IAM). In this section, we will learn about the basic features of IAM and how roles are used to provision access to services for users.
Billing and Pricing
In this section, we will learn the basics of how AWS prices for services are determined and how to estimate the cost of services using the AWS Price Calculator.
Who Should Buy This Book?
I designed this book for beginners aiming to learn about cloud computing and AWS from scratch. I also designed it for Developers, System Administrators, and IT professionals seeking to expand their AWS skills. Individuals pursuing AWS certifications can also benefit from this course. Get Started today!
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user of SQL Server, Eric Frick's Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server is an essential resource that will help you gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals. It is perfect for anyone who wants to learn SQL Server for personal or professional purposes.
Eric Frick has written a comprehensive guide for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of SQL Server. The book starts with a general overview of SQL Server and its features. It then covers the basics of writing SQL queries and shows you how to create and modify data in SQL Server. Next, the book goes on to explore the topics of triggers and stored procedures, loading data into tables, normalization, and database administration. Each chapter is designed to provide a detailed understanding of the topic, with plenty of examples and step-by-step instructions. Bundled with Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server is access to an interactive course on the author's own website. As you go through the course, you'll be able to practice what you have learned in online labs that are presented side by side with the course content. This provides a hands-on learning experience that is ideal for anyone who wants to become proficient in SQL Server. Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server is a great start for anyone who is new to SQL or who wants to brush up their skills.He works for the CIA. She's a Senator's Chief of Staff. Stumbling on a plot to rig the presidential election, they are the nation's only hope.
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The .NET Developer Bootcamp is the perfect way to learn to become a .NET Developer. This training program will teach you the basics of Microsoft .NET and how to program in C#, which is one of the most popular programming languages in the world.
In the first part of the book, I will describe some of the motivation of why you would want to become a .NET developer. I have also included material on some of the key concepts and skills you need to master to become a successful programmer.
Next, you will also learn about fundamental concepts, such as the software development lifecycle and enterprise applications. You will also learn about the basics of computer networking and web-based systems, including basic HTML.
Finally, you will learn the basics of the C# programming language with hands-on exercises. Concepts include if statements, loops, methods, basic file operations and more. We will also look at object-oriented programming and associated concepts. By the end of this section, you will have the basis to build your own C# programs.
This is the first volume in a set that builds your skills as a .NET developer. By purchasing this book, you will also get access to an online video course that includes videos and hands-on exercises to reinforce the concepts described in this book.
So don't wait any longer, purchase this book today and start your journey to becoming a .NET developer!Unlock the full potential of Vim, the legendary text editor, with Vim Essentials. Whether you're a beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced user seeking to elevate your skills, this comprehensive guide has you covered.
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