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Using the latest research and driven by practical experience from industry, this book gives useful hints to practitioners on how to write and structure requirements. It will benefit those seeking to develop their knowledge of requirements engineering process.

In this book, Warren Keller reveals the secrets of astro-image processing software PixInsight in a practical and easy to follow manner, allowing the reader to produce stunning astrophotographs from even mediocre data.

Collection of articles written for the journal Wireless world (now Electronics world), 1976-2012.

This book is an introductory text on design science, intended to support both graduate students and researchers in structuring, undertaking and presenting design science work.

Easy to understand and fun to read, Introducing Python is ideal for beginning programmers as well as those new to the language. Author Bill Lubanovic takes you from the basics to more involved and varied topics, mixing tutorials with cookbook-style code recipes to explain concepts in Python 3.

This text presents an extensive and practical overview of almost every aspect of MLP (multilayer perceptrons) methodology, progressing from an initial discussion of what MLPs are and how they might be used to an in-depth examination of technical factors affecting performance.

This textbook provides a comprehensive and well-structured introduction to the fundamentals, principles, and techniques of requirements engineering. The book includes numerous real-world examples to illustrate all aspects of requirements engineering.

The acoustics of a space can have a real impact on the sounds you create and capture. This book helps you understand how real music sounds behave in different spaces whether during a performance or a recording and how they are perceived by performers and listeners.

Suitable for those serious about photography, this comprehensive guide takes you from capture to output in both digital and film media, with sections on lens use, darkroom techniques, digital cameras and scanners, image editing techniques and processes, workflow, digital file formats and image archiving.

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is an essential means to cope with the challenges of global competition. This is the first English-language book on PLM that introduces the reader to the basic terms and fundamentals of PLM.

Robotics provides the know-how on the foundations of robotics: modelling, planning and control. It covers mobile robots, visual control and motion planning. A variety of problems are worked through, and the tools to find engineering solutions are explained.

This new edition of Daniel J. Velleman's successful textbook contains over 200 new exercises, selected solutions, and an introduction to Proof Designer software.

This book offers a coherent modeling language that captures the complexity of architectural domains and their relations, allowing the construction of integrated enterprise architecture models. Introduces the ArchiMate(R) language for enterprise architecture.

Learn how Magento 2, the newest version of the eCommerce platform, works. Aimed at entrepreneurs, marketers, and other experts interested in eCommerce, this book is accessible for anyone who wants to learn how to use Magento with no previous experience. Magento continues to be a top choice for eCommerce solutions in small and large businesses. Magento 2 DIY shows you how to set up and configure Magento for your own project. You will learn how to use extensions, templates and enterprise features. Various techniques are taught in an easy-to-understand way with real-world examples. Get started with Magento 2 using this book. What You Will Learn Set up, configure, use templates, designs and extensionsUse the SEO and SMO features of Magento 2Optimize security and performance Integrate with PIM, ERP, CRM, and other enterprise systemsWho This Book Is For Anyone who wants to learn the basics of all aspects of Magento 2. You do not need any previous experience with Magento. 

Start using Kubernetes in complex big data and enterprise applications, including Docker containers. Starting with installing Kubernetes on a single node, the book introduces Kubernetes with a simple Hello example and discusses using environment variables in Kubernetes. Next, Kubernetes Microservices with Docker discusses using Kubernetes with all major groups of technologies such as relational databases, NoSQL databases, and in the Apache Hadoop ecosystem.The book concludes with using multi container pods and installing Kubernetes on a multi node cluster. "e;a concise but clear introduction to containers, Docker and Kubernetes, using simple real-world examples to pass on the core concepts, via repetition, and is a very useful enabler."e; 10/10Dave Hay MBCS CITP: review for BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT (http://www.bcs.org/content/conWebDoc/58512)What You Will LearnInstall Kubernetes on a single nodeSet environment variablesCreate multi-container pods using DockerUse volumesUse Kubernetes with the Apache Hadoop ecosystem, NoSQL databases, and RDBMSsInstall Kubernetes on a multi-node clusterWho This Book Is ForApplication developers including Apache Hadoop developers, database developers and NoSQL developers.

This introductory textbook provides students with a system-level perspective and the tools they need to understand, analyze and design digital systems. Going beyond the design of simple combinational and sequential modules, it shows how such modules are used to build complete systems, reflecting real-world digital design. All the essential topics are covered, including design and analysis of combinational and sequential modules, as well as system timing and synchronization. It also teaches how to write VHDL-2008 HDL in a productive and maintainable style that enables CAD tools to do much of the tedious work. A complete introduction to digital design is given through clear explanations, extensive examples and online VHDL files. The teaching package is completed with lecture slides, labs and a solutions manual for instructors. Assuming no previous digital knowledge, this textbook is ideal for undergraduate digital design courses that will prepare students for modern digital practice.

Learn to defend crucial ICS/SCADA infrastructure from devastating attacks the tried-and-true Hacking Exposed way This practical guide reveals the powerful weapons and devious methods cyber-terrorists use to compromise the devices, applications, and systems vital to oil and gas pipelines, electrical grids, and nuclear refineries. Written in the battle-tested Hacking Exposed style, the book arms you with the skills and tools necessary to defend against attacks that are debilitating and potentially deadly. Hacking Exposed Industrial Control Systems: ICS and SCADA Security Secrets & Solutions explains vulnerabilities and attack vectors specific to ICS/SCADA protocols, applications, hardware, servers, and workstations. You will learn how hackers and malware, such as the infamous Stuxnet worm, can exploit them and disrupt critical processes, compromise safety, and bring production to a halt. The authors fully explain defense strategies and offer ready-to-deploy countermeasures. Each chapter features a real-world case study as well as notes, tips, and cautions. Features examples, code samples, and screenshots of ICS/SCADA-specific attacks Offers step-by-step vulnerability assessment and penetration test instruction Written by a team of ICS/SCADA security experts and edited by Hacking Exposed veteran Joel Scambray

Beginning Python Games Development, Second Edition teaches you how to create compelling games using Python and the PyGame games development library. It will teach you how to create visuals, do event handling, create 3D games, add media elements, and integrate OpenGL into your Python game.In this update to the first ever book to cover the popular open source PyGame games development library, you'll stand to gain valuable technical insights and follow along with the creation of a real-world, freely downloadable video game. Written by industry veterans and Python experts Will McGugan and Harrison Kinsley, this is a comprehensive, practical introduction to games development in Python. You can also capitalize upon numerous tips and tricks the authors have accumulated over their careers creating games for some of the world's largest game developers.

Taking you through the ITIL Foundation exam and beyond. ITIL is the best practice methodology for IT Service Management, developed by the UK government and globally adopted in both the public and private sectors. An official ITIL-Licensed product, ITIL Lifecycle Essentials covers all of the vital material required for the entry-level ITIL Foundation Certificate, and gives candidates a solid grounding in the key elements, concepts and terminology used in the ITIL service lifecycle.The book includes:An introduction to ITIL and why it is considered to be best practice for IT Service Management.An overview of the key components of a service management capability, including; processes, functions and generic roles.Specific chapters then cover the purpose, objectives, scope and value of the five phases of the service lifecycle that form the ITIL core; from strategy and design, through to transition, operation and continual service improvement (CSI).A summary of the ITIL qualification scheme and the Foundation level, together with some guidance on preparing for the exam.The essential link between your ITIL qualification and the real-world. This book doesn't just cover the information required to pass the foundation exam, but goes beyond this in providing practical guidance for when newly qualified practitioners enter the real-world. By addressing processes and concepts not covered in the syllabus, this book guides practitioners as they go beyond Foundation level. It features practical tips on using service management and, for each process, the author adds to the theory with lessons from her own real-world experience.The book is ideal for self-study candidates, training delegates and itSMF/BCS members, and V2 Foundation Certificate holders who have not yet taken the upgraded exam. Project managers looking to broaden their qualifications will find it a helpful companion to their studies and a practical aid for their professional development. Contractors or consultants with limited study time will also find this book essential to their part-time education.The Vital ITIL title - before, during and after your ITIL training.This product is accredited by AXELOS, the licensors of official ITIL products.ITIL is a Registered Trade Mark of AXELOS Limited.

Prepare for the ITIL Foundation examITIL is best practice for IT Service Management, developed by the UK government and globally adopted in both the public and private sectors. ITIL is not prescriptive, but rather it is a framework that organisations can adopt and adapt.The Foundation Certificate is the entry-level ITIL qualification, which offers candidates a general awareness of the key elements, concepts and terminology used in the ITIL service lifecycle.These fundamental ITIL ideas have been condensed into this pocket guide to provide candidates with the essential facts they need in order to pass the ITIL Foundation exam.All you need to knowto achieveITIL Foundation CertificationAn official ITIL Licensed product, ITIL Foundation Essentials is a distillation of critical information - no waffle or padding - just exactly what you need to understand how to pass the ITIL Foundation exam. Written forself-study candidates, ITIL community training delegates, itSMF/BCS members and V2 Foundation Certificate holders, who have yet to take an upgraded exam, this pocket guide is fully aligned with the ITIL 2011 core volumes.Project managers, who are looking to expand their qualifications, and IT contractors or consultants, who don't want to take time out from their day jobs to attend a course, will also find this pocket guide an essential companion to their studies and education.The complete ITIL Foundation syllabusTHE essential companion for those studying the ITIL Foundation syllabus, the pocket guide covers key areas including:A basic introduction to ITIL and a description of service classifications (core, enabling, enhancing) and an outline of internal and external services.A point-by-point summary of the purpose, objectives, scope and value of the five stages of the service lifecycle that form the ITIL core; from strategy and design, through to transition, operation and continual service improvement (CSI).Separate sections in the guide are dedicated to describing ITIL key concepts and terminology (including "e;stakeholders"e; and "e;processes, functions and roles"e;) and throughout the pocket guide the wide range of 3, 4 and 5 letter ITIL acronyms (including PBA, FMITS, BRM, SLM, OLA, SLR, VBF, ITSCM, SACM, RADM) are expanded and explained.A brief summary of the ITIL qualification scheme and the Foundation exam.The ideal revision guide for the ITIL Foundation examinationThis product is accredited by AXELOS, the licensors of official ITIL products.ITIL is a Registered Trade Mark of AXELOS Limited.