In this book, subtitled "Parallelize and Distribute Your Python Code", author J.T. Wolohan shows how to take a small project and scale it up using a functionally influenced approach to Python coding. The book explores methods and built-in Python tools that lend themselves to clarity and scalability, like the high-performing parallelism method, as well as distributed technologies that allow for high data throughput. The book explores tools like Hadoop and PySpark to efficiently process massive distributed datasets, speeding up decision-making with machine learning, and simplifying data storage with AWS S3

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This book shows C# developers how to create web applications using Microsoft ASP.NET Core MVC (Model-View-Controller). Joel Murach shows how to develop real-world web apps using C# code for the model and controller classes and HTML, CSS, and Razor code for the view files. The book also shows how to work with Razor views, handle cookies and sessions, do model binding, validate data, and handle database data with EF (Entity Framework) Core, as well as creating custom tag helpers and view components; authenticating and authorizing users; using dependency injection to automate testing; and using Visual Studio Code.

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In this book, the first of three volumes on developing large-scale systems using C++,  John Lakos shows how to create and grow Software Capital. This volume lays the foundation for projects of all sizes and demonstrates the processes, methods, techniques, and tools needed for successful real-world, large-scale development. Up to date and with a solid engineering focus, the book demonstrates fundamental design concepts with concrete examples.

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Built upon the strong foundation of Modern Database Management, currently in its eleventh edition, this new book is ideal for a less-detailed approach. Authors Jeffrey A. Hoffer, Heikki Topi and Ramesh Venkataraman guides readers into the future by presenting research that could reveal the “next big thing” in database management. The book features up-to-date coverage in the areas undergoing rapid change due to improved managerial practices, database design tools and methodologies, and database technology.

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Updated for MongoDB 4.2, the third edition of this guide shows you the advantages of using document-oriented databases, and how this secure, high-performance system enables flexible data models, high availability, and horizontal scalability. Authors Shannon Bradshaw, Eoin Brazil, and Kristina Chodorow provide guidance for database developers, advanced configuration for system administrators, and use cases for a variety of projects. NoSQL newcomers and experienced MongoDB users will find updates on querying, indexing, aggregation, transactions, replica sets, ops management, sharding and data administration, durability, monitoring, and security.

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This book begins by introducing the basics of the REST philosophy, along with ASP.NET Core's middleware approach and how to customize it. Author Samuele Resca then looks at improving API resilience, securing services, and applying different design patterns and techniques to achieve a scalable web service. The book also covers techniques for caching, monitoring, and logging, implementing unit and integration testing strategies. In later chapters, deploying REST web services on Azure, and documenting APIs using Swagger and external tools such as Postman.

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This book is intended for the professional programmer who wants to learn Python to be able to write complex Python programs and work with existing Python code. Author Matt Telles explains the packages that make Python one of the most popular programming languages along with the “Pythonic” way of thinking and programming.

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This book aims to show how to deliver increased value by using Scrum more effectively. Scrum practitioners Stephanie Ockerman and Simon Reindl draw on years of Scrum training and coaching to help you return to first principles and apply Scrum with the professionalism required to achieve its transformative potential. They help you focus on proven Scrum approaches for improving quality, getting and using fast feedback, and becoming more adaptable, instead of “going through the motions” and settling for only modest improvements.

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This book teaches the fundamentals of HTML form processing, user authentication, and database CRUD (Create, Read, Update, and Delete) operations using the ASP.NET Core family of technologies. Technologies introduced by author Bipin Joshi include MVC, Razor Pages, Web API, jQuery, Angular, SQL Server, and NoSQL. He uses an experimental approach, working through building a sample application that demonstrates how the same application can be built using different options.

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This book subtitled "One Robot, a Dozen Engineers, and the Race to Revolutionize the Way We Build" describes a twenty-five year project to build a robot that can lay bricks as well as a mason. Author Jonathan Waldman follows a start-up called Construction Robotics, working out of a small trailer, with a boldly unconventional team of engineers to build the Semi-Automated Mason: SAM. The book unfolds as an engineering drama, full of trials and setbacks, heated showdowns between meticulous scientists and brash bricklayers (and their even more opinionated union), and hard-earned milestone achievements.

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Designed for experienced programmers, this book provides many code examples to help you work with the nuts and bolts of C#. Author Ian Griffiths guides you through C# 8.0 fundamentals and techniques for building cloud, web, and desktop applications. Topics covered include .NET Core and the latest C# 8.0 additions, including asynchronous streams, nullable references, pattern matching, default interface implementation, ranges and new indexing syntax, and changes in the .NET tool chain.

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This book presents the structured and highly engineered approach to software design that author and architect Juval Löwy has practiced and taught around the world. Based on first principles in software engineering and a comprehensive set of matching tools and techniques, Löwy’s methodology integrates system design and project design. Watch the 6-minute video to know more.

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