Database design and theory

A practical blockchain handbook designed to take you through implementing and re-engineering banking and financial solutions and workflows using eight step-by-step projectsKey FeaturesImplement various end-to-end blockchain projects and learn to enhance present-day financial solutionsUse Ethereum, Hyperledger, and Stellar to build public and private decentralized applicationsAddress complex challenges faced in the BFSI domain using different blockchain platform servicesBook DescriptionBlockchain technology will continue to play an integral role in the banking and finance sector in the coming years.

Mine Ether, deploy smart contracts, tokens, and ICOs, and manage security vulnerabilities of EthereumKey FeaturesBuild end-to-end decentralized Ethereum apps using Truffle, Web3, and SolidityExplore various solution-based recipes to build smart contracts and foolproof decentralized applicationsDevelop decentralized marketplaces from scratch, build wallets, and manage transactionsBook DescriptionEthereum and Blockchain will change the way software is built for business transactions.

Fully updated and expanded from the previous edition, A Practical Guide to Database Design, Second Edition is intended for those involved in the design or development of a database system or application.

The widespread adoption of AI and machine learning is revolutionizing many industries today.

The@ first graduate-level textbook to focus on fundamental aspects of numerical methods for stochastic computations, this book describes the class of numerical methods based on generalized polynomial chaos (gPC).

A practical blockchain handbook designed to take you through implementing and re-engineering banking and financial solutions and workflows using eight step-by-step projectsKey FeaturesImplement various end-to-end blockchain projects and learn to enhance present-day financial solutionsUse Ethereum, Hyperledger, and Stellar to build public and private decentralized applicationsAddress complex challenges faced in the BFSI domain using different blockchain platform servicesBook DescriptionBlockchain technology will continue to play an integral role in the banking and finance sector in the coming years.

Manipulate and analyze network data with the power of Python and NetworkXKey FeaturesUnderstand the terminology and basic concepts of network scienceLeverage the power of Python and NetworkX to represent data as a networkApply common techniques for working with network data of varying sizesBook DescriptionNetworkX is a leading free and open source package used for network science with the Python programming language.

Essential to database design, entity-relationship (ER) diagrams are known for their usefulness in data modeling and mapping out clear database designs.

Traditional data architecture patterns are severely limited.

Data fabric, data lakehouse, and data mesh have recently appeared as viable alternatives to the modern data warehouse.

Learn to work with XRP and build applications on Ripple's blockchainKey FeaturesLearn to use Ripple's decentralized system for transfering digital assets globallyA simpilfied and shortened learning curve to understand the Ripple innovation and BlockchainTakes a hands-on approach to work with XRP - Ripple's native currencyBook DescriptionThis book starts by giving you an understanding of the basics of blockchain and the Ripple protocol.

The subject of Neural Networks is being seen to be coming of age, after its initial inception 50 years ago in the seminal work of McCulloch and Pitts.

Cooperative Control of Multi-Agent Systems: An Optimal and Robust Perspective reports and encourages technology transfer in the field of cooperative control of multi-agent systems.

Views are virtual tables.

Explore the latest Azure ETL techniques both on-premises and in the cloud using Azure services such as SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Azure Data Factory, and Azure DatabricksKey FeaturesUnderstand the key components of an ETL solution using Azure Integration ServicesDiscover the common and not-so-common challenges faced while creating modern and scalable ETL solutionsProgram and extend your packages to develop efficient data integration and data transformation solutionsBook DescriptionETL is one of the most common and tedious procedures for moving and processing data from one database to another.

The book Security of Internet of Things Nodes: Challenges, Attacks, and Countermeasures(R) covers a wide range of research topics on the security of the Internet of Things nodes along with the latest research development in the domain of Internet of Things.

Learn how to architect, implement, and administer a complex Splunk Enterprise environment and extract valuable insights from business data.

Learn how to develop intelligent applications with sequential learning and apply modern methods for language modeling with neural network architectures for deep learning with Python's most popular TensorFlow framework.

How can you take advantage of the HipHop Virtual Machine (HHVM) and the Hack programming language, two new technologies that Facebook developed to run their web servers?

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a discipline that has always been in the vanguard of the exploitation of emerging and developing technologies.

Step-by-step guide to build high performing predictive applications Key FeaturesUse the Python data analytics ecosystem to implement end-to-end predictive analytics projectsExplore advanced predictive modeling algorithms with an emphasis on theory with intuitive explanationsLearn to deploy a predictive model's results as an interactive applicationBook DescriptionPredictive analytics is an applied field that employs a variety of quantitative methods using data to make predictions.

Many librarians' job responsibilities increasingly require them to understand and handle data.

What makes this book different from others on database design?

Gain useful insights from your data using popular data science toolsKey FeaturesA one-stop guide to Python libraries such as pandas and NumPyComprehensive coverage of data science operations such as data cleaning and data manipulationChoose scalable learning algorithms for your data science tasksBook DescriptionFully expanded and upgraded, the latest edition of Python Data Science Essentials will help you succeed in data science operations using the most common Python libraries.

Linked Data (LD) is a well-established standard for publishing and managing structured information on the Web, gathering and bridging together knowledge from different scientific and commercial domains.

This book provides a concise but comprehensive guide to the disciplines of database design, construction, implementation, and management.

How can you take advantage of the HipHop Virtual Machine (HHVM) and the Hack programming language, two new technologies that Facebook developed to run their web servers?

Learn how to quickly generate business intelligence, insights and create interactive dashboards for digital storytelling through various data sources with RedashKey FeaturesLearn the best use of visualizations to build powerful interactive dashboardsCreate and share visualizations and data in your organizationWork with different complexities of data from different data sourcesBook DescriptionData exploration and visualization is vital to Business Intelligence, the backbone of almost every enterprise or organization.

Two years since its initial release, Redis already has an impressive list of adopters, including Engine Yard, GitHub, Craigslist, and Digg.

Master powerful strategies to acquire and analyze evidence from real-life scenariosAbout This BookA straightforward guide to address the roadblocks face when doing mobile forensicsSimplify mobile forensics using the right mix of methods, techniques, and toolsGet valuable advice to put you in the mindset of a forensic professional, regardless of your career level or experienceWho This Book Is ForThis book is for forensic analysts and law enforcement and IT security officers who have to deal with digital evidence as part of their daily job.

New computational design tools have evolved rapidly and been increasingly applied in the field of design in recent years, complimenting and even replacing the traditional design media and approaches.

Study data analysis and visualization to successfully analyze data with RKey FeaturesGet to grips with data cleaning methodsExplore statistical concepts and programming in R, including best practicesBuild a data science project with real-world examplesBook DescriptionR Programming Fundamentals, focused on R and the R ecosystem, introduces you to the tools for working with data.

Man kennt zwar heute geeignete Methoden, Unstimmigkeiten im Datenbestand zu vermeiden, mit denen man sowohl kleine als auch große Datenstände optimal strukturieren und verwalten kann.

Used by more than 80% of Fortune 100 companies, Apache Kafka has become the de facto event streaming platform.

Provides a summary of the key developments of a decade of research into the area of data exchange.

Data has been a missing part of most academic curriculums for a long time, and we're all being affected.

This book provides a short, hands-on introduction to the science of complexity using simple computational models of natural complex systems-with models and exercises drawn from physics, chemistry, geology, and biology.

Implement decentralized blockchain applications to build scalable DappsKey FeaturesUnderstand the blockchain ecosystem and its terminologiesImplement smart contracts, wallets, and consensus protocolsDesign and develop decentralized applications using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and HyperledgerBook DescriptionThe Blockchain is a revolution promising a new world without middlemen.

Process large volumes of data in real-time while building high performance and robust data stream processing pipeline using the latest Apache Kafka 2.

Web Scraping techniques are getting more popular, since data is as valuable as oil in 21st century.

Searching for a needle in a haystack is an important task in several contexts of data analysis and decision-making.

A compilation of key chapters from the top MK computer animation books available today - in the areas of motion capture, facial features, solid spaces, fluids, gases, biology, point-based graphics, and Maya.

Develop modern solutions with Snowflake's unique architecture and integration capabilities; process bulk and real-time data into a data lake; and leverage time travel, cloning, and data-sharing features to optimize data operationsKey FeaturesBuild and scale modern data solutions using the all-in-one Snowflake platformPerform advanced cloud analytics for implementing big data and data science solutionsMake quicker and better-informed business decisions by uncovering key insights from your dataBook DescriptionSnowflake is a unique cloud-based data warehousing platform built from scratch to perform data management on the cloud.

Get up to speed with the new features added to Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Analysis Services and create models to support your businessKey FeaturesExplore tips and tricks to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data analytics solutions using Microsoft's technologiesLearn tabular modeling and multi-dimensional cube design development using real-world examplesImplement Analysis Services to help you make productive business decisionsBook DescriptionSQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) continues to be a leading enterprise-scale toolset, enabling customers to deliver data and analytics across large datasets with great performance.

Leverage the power of Tensorflow to Create powerful software agents that can self-learn to perform real-world tasksKey FeaturesExplore efficient Reinforcement Learning algorithms and code them using TensorFlow and PythonTrain Reinforcement Learning agents for problems, ranging from computer games to autonomous driving.

Learn quick and effective techniques to get up and running with building blockchain including Ethereum and Hyperledger Fabric.

Learn to work with XRP and build applications on Ripple's blockchainKey FeaturesLearn to use Ripple's decentralized system for transfering digital assets globallyA simpilfied and shortened learning curve to understand the Ripple innovation and BlockchainTakes a hands-on approach to work with XRP - Ripple's native currencyBook DescriptionThis book starts by giving you an understanding of the basics of blockchain and the Ripple protocol.

Explore the latest Azure ETL techniques both on-premises and in the cloud using Azure services such as SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Azure Data Factory, and Azure DatabricksKey FeaturesUnderstand the key components of an ETL solution using Azure Integration ServicesDiscover the common and not-so-common challenges faced while creating modern and scalable ETL solutionsProgram and extend your packages to develop efficient data integration and data transformation solutionsBook DescriptionETL is one of the most common and tedious procedures for moving and processing data from one database to another.

Build a strong foundation of machine learning algorithms in 7 daysKey FeaturesUse Python and its wide array of machine learning libraries to build predictive models Learn the basics of the 7 most widely used machine learning algorithms within a weekKnow when and where to apply data science algorithms using this guideBook DescriptionMachine learning applications are highly automated and self-modifying, and continue to improve over time with minimal human intervention, as they learn from the trained data.

This unique textbook intersects traditional library science with data science principles that readers will find useful in implementing or improving data services within their libraries.