“…While the trend towards regrouping metallurgical industries into world-class poles seems inevitable, everything must be done to ensure that this development does not lead to a sagging of France in this key area. …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Code StructureAdding the First Scripts; The Modernizr and jQuery Libraries; Adding the Modernizr Library; Loading in Scripts with Modernizr; Modular JavaScript; User Interface and Display Scripts; Summary ; Further Practice; Chapter 2: Sprite Animation Using jQuery and CSS; Principles of CSS Sprites; Creating the Game Board ; Adding Sprites; Animation and the Bubble Class; Calculating Angle and Direction; Firing and Animating Bubbles; Summary; Further Practice; Chapter 3: Game Logic; Drawing the Game Board; Rendering the Level; The Bubble Queue; Detecting Collisions; Collision Geometry…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Increased income inequality has squeezed the middle classPolicies to reduce inequality and promote social mobility; Figure 16. …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Machine generated contents note: Preface 1 I Introduction to Volatility and Variance 3 1 Derivatives, Volatility and Variance 5 1.1 Option Pricing and Hedging 5 1.2 Notions of Volatility and Variance 7 1.3 Listed Volatility and Variance Derivatives 8 1.3.1 The US History 8 1.3.2 The European History 10 1.3.3 Volatility of Volatility Indexes 11 1.3.4 Products Covered in this Book 12 1.4 Volatility and Variance Trading 12 1.4.1 Volatility Trading 13 1.4.2 Variance Trading 14 1.5 Python as Our Tool of Choice 15 1.6 Quick Guide Through Rest of the Book 15 2 Introduction to Python 19 2.1 Python Basics 19 2.1.1 Data Types 19 2.1.2 Data Structures 21 2.1.3 Control Structures 23 2.1.4 Special Python Idioms 24 2.2 NumPy 27 2.3 matplotlib 32 2.4 pandas 36 2.4.1 pandas Data Frame class 36 2.4.2 Input-Output Operations 40 2.4.3 Financial Analytics Examples 43 2.5 Conclusions 48 3 Model-Free Replication of Variance 49 3.1 Introduction 49 3.2 Spanning with Options 49 3.3 Log Contracts 50 3.4 Static Replication of Realized Variance and Variance Swaps 51 3.5 Constant Dollar Gamma Derivatives and Portfolios 51 3.6 Practical Replication of Realized Variance 52 3.7 VSTOXX as Volatility Index 57 3.8 Conclusions 59 II Listed Volatility Derivatives 61 4 Data Analysis and Strategies 63 4.1 Introduction 63 4.2 Retrieving Base Data 63 4.2.1 EURO STOXX 50 Data 63 4.2.2 VSTOXX Data 65 4.2.3 Combining the Data Sets 67 4.2.4 Saving the Data 68 4.3 Basic Data Analysis 69 4.4 Correlation Analysis 72 4.5 Constant Proportion Investment Strategies 77 4.6 Conclusions 82 5 VSTOXX Index 83 5.1 Introduction 83 5.2 Collecting Option Data 84 5.3 Calculating the Sub-Indexes 91 5.3.1 The Algorithm 91 5.4 Calculating the VSTOXX Index 98 5.5 Conclusions 101 5.6 Python Scripts 103 5.6.1 index_collect_option_data.py 103 5.6.2 index_subindex_calculation.py 107 5.6.3 index_vstoxx_calculation.py 110 6 Valuing Volatility Derivatives 113 6.1 Introduction 113 6.2 The Valuation Framework 113 6.3 The Futures Pricing Formula 114 6.4 The Option Pricing Formula 115 6.5 Monte Carlo Simulation 118 6.6 Automated Monte Carlo Tests 123 6.6.1 The Automated Testing 123 6.6.2 The Storage Functions 126 6.6.3 The Results 128 6.7 Model Calibration 133 6.7.1 The Option Quotes 133 6.7.2 The Calibration Procedure 134 6.7.3 The Calibration Results 138 6.8 Conclusions 141 6.9 Python Scripts 141 6.9.1 srd_functions.py 141 6.9.2 srd_simulation_analysis.py 145 6.9.3 srd_simulation_results.py 148 6.9.4 srd_model_calibration.py 151 7 Advanced Modeling of the VSTOXX Index 155 7.1 Introduction 155 7.2 Market Quotes for Call Options 155 7.3 The SRJD Model 158 7.4 Term Structure Calibration 159 7.4.1 Futures Term Structure 159 7.4.2 Shifted Volatility Process 163 7.5 Option Valuation by Monte Carlo Simulation 164 7.5.1 Monte Carlo Valuation 165 7.5.2 Technical Implementation 165 7.6 Model Calibration 169 7.6.1 The Python Code 169 7.6.2 Short Maturity 171 7.6.3 Two Maturities 173 7.6.4 Four Maturities 175 7.6.5 All Maturities 176 7.7 Conclusions 181 7.8 Python Scripts 181 7.8.1 srjd_fwd_calibration.py 181 7.8.2 srjd_simulation.py 183 7.8.3 srjd_model_calibration.py 185 8 Terms of the VSTOXX and its Derivatives 191 8.1 The EURO STOXX 50 Index 191 8.2 The VSTOXX Index 192 8.3 VSTOXX Futures Contracts 192 8.4 VSTOXX Options Contracts 193 8.5 Conclusions 195 III Listed Variance Derivatives 197 9 Realized Variance and Variance Swaps 199 9.1 Introdution 199 9.2 Realized Variance 199 9.3 Variance Swaps 204 9.3.1 Definition of a Variance Swap 204 9.3.2 Numerical Example 205 9.3.3 Mark-to-Market 208 9.3.4 Vega Sensitivity 209 9.3.5 Variance Swap on the EURO STOXX 50 211 9.4 Variance vs. …”

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Tabla de Contenidos: “…Byte array literalsVersion literals; An example; Real, complex, and rational numbers; Reals; Operators and built-in functions; Special values; BigFloats; Rationals; Complex numbers; Juliasets; Composite types; More about matrices; Vectorized and devectorized code; Multidimensional arrays; Broadcasting; Sparse matrices; Data arrays and data frames; Dictionaries, sets, and others; Dictionaries; Sets; Other data structures; Summary; Chapter 3: Types and Dispatch; Functions; First-class objects; Passing arguments; Default and optional arguments; Variable argument list; Named parameters; Scope…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…-- 7.1 Introduction -- 7.1.1 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning -- 7.1.2 Monitoring of Early Deviations and Past Events -- 7.2 Examples of AI-Based Prediction -- 7.2.1 Consequence Class Associated with a Hazardous Material Release -- 7.2.2 Wellhead Damage Frequency in a Drilling Rig -- 7.2.3 Alarm Chattering in an Ammonia Plant -- 7.3 Method -- 7.3.1 Metrics -- 7.4 Results and Discussion -- 7.5 Conclusion -- References -- 8 Looking at the Safety of AI from a Systems Perspective: Two Healthcare Examples -- 8.1 Introduction -- 8.2 Challenges Old and New -- 8.3 Example 1: AI-based infusion pumps for IV medication administration -- 8.4 Example 2: AI to support the recognition of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest -- 8.5 Conclusion -- References -- 9 Normal Cyber-Crises -- 9.1 Introduction -- 9.2 Normal Accidents and High Reliability Organisations -- 9.3 Analysis -- 9.3.1 Technology -- 9.3.2 Cognition -- 9.3.3 Organisation -- 9.3.4 Macro -- 9.4 Conclusion -- References -- 10 Information Security Behaviour in an Organisation Providing Critical Infrastructure: A Pre-post Study of Efforts to Improve Information Security Culture -- 10.1 Introduction -- 10.1.1 Background -- 10.1.2 Aims -- 10.1.3 Previous Research -- 10.2 Methods -- 10.2.1 Qualitative Interviews -- 10.2.2 Quantitative Survey -- 10.2.3 Samples -- 10.3 Results -- 10.3.1 IS Management System Implementation -- 10.3.2 Improvements in ISC -- 10.3.3 Improvements in Information Security Behaviour…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Chip-Secured Data Access: Confidential Data on Untrusted ServersHippocratic Databases; Watermarking Relational Databases; Session: Research 4 - Query Optimization; Parametric Query Optimization for Linear and Piecewise Linear Cost Functions; Plan Selection Based on Query Clustering; Generic Database Cost Models for Hierarchical Memory Systems; Session: Research 5 - Stream Processing; Streaming Queries over Streaming Data; Monitoring Streams - A New Class of Data Management Applications; A Transducer-Based XML Query Processor; Session: Research 6 - XML Indexing; Updates for Structure Indexes…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Chapter 11: Using Controls and Attributes to Help Your UsersThe dialogBoxLauncher Element; The keytip Attribute; screentip and supertip Attributes; Overwriting Built-in Control Attributes; Conclusion; Part II: Advanced Concepts in Ribbon Customization; Chapter 12: Advanced VBA Techniques; Working with Collections; Class Modules; Using VBA Custom Properties; Saving and Retrieving Values from the Registry; Conclusion; Chapter 13: Overriding Built-in Controls in the Ribbon; Starting the UI from Scratch; Activating a Tab at Startup; Disabling and Repurposing Commands; Conclusion…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…IntroductionHandling the controller's d-pad and buttons; Using the Input2 wrapper class; Using the analog joysticks; Handling touch events; Using the motion sensors; Creating onscreen controls for devices without gamepads; Configuring an Android application to use onscreen controls; Chapter 3: Graphics with GameEngine2D; Introduction; A game loop, GameEngine2D style; Creating scenes; Adding a sprite to a scene; Creating a sprite sheet; Using a sprite sheet in code; Batching a sprite with SpriteLists; Manipulating a texture's pixels; Creating a 2D particle system…”

“…Build the teams, define the roles, acquire the tools, and deliver your world-class software on time and on budget. * Explains how to employ automation in your development…”

“…Engineer a clear-cut strategy for achieving best-in-class results using IBM Cognos 8 Planning with this book and eBook…”

“…Strategic Quality Planning Model for the QMS First Stage: Business Analysis Second Stage: Strategy Formulation-Objectives, Mission, Vision, and Values Third Stage: Deployment-Putting Plans into Action Fourth Stage: Evaluation and Control-Setting the Metrics to Measure PerformanceUsing SQP in a Pharmaceutical Company Cost-Benefit and Non-Cost-Benefit AnalysisSummary Key Points to RememberReferencesFurther Suggested ReadingBuilding the QMS and Business Improvement Plan by Selecting the Right Models, Methods, and ToolsIntroductionBusiness and Quality Improvement Models, Methods, and Tools: A ClassificationSelection Criteria Criterion 1-Needs Criterion 2-Cost-Benefit Difficulties with Cost-Benefit Analyses Criterion 3-Resources Identification of Resource Needs Allocation of Resources Criterion 4-Capabilities Identification of Capability NeedsSelecting the Right Models, Methods, and Tools Previous Stages to the Selection of Business and Quality Improvement Models, Methods, and Tools Selecting the Right Models, Methods, and Tools Diagnostic and Selection of the Right Models, Methods, and ToolsSummary Key Points to RememberReferencesFurther Suggested ReadingQMS ImplementationIntroductionQMS Implementation ChallengesCritical Success Factors for the Implementation of the Selection Methodology CSF 1: Strong Committed Leadership and Good Decision Making CSF 2: Motivated, Committed, and Participative Labor Force CSF 3: Process-Oriented Focus CSF 4: Organizational Culture That Supports Continuous Improvement (CI) CSF 5: Effective CommunicationAwareness of Some Barriers to QMS ImplementationManaging ChangeLinking to Selection MethodologySummary Key Points to RememberReferencesFurther Suggested ReadingQMS and Business Processes EvaluationIntroductionFollow-Up ActivitiesFollow-Up Evaluation Method Defining the QMS Maturity for Follow-Up Eva Follow-Up Evaluations for Business Processes Follow-Up Evaluations of Quality Management AuditsLessons Learned and the Management of Knowledge for Business ExcellenceSummary Key Points to RememberFurther Suggested ReadingBeyond Quality Management SystemsBrief SummaryQuality Management Culture: A Way of LifeThe Never-Ending Improvement Process Customers' Needs, Requirements, and Expectations Set Specific Objectives Value-Added and Business Value-Added Processes Review and Evaluate Progress toward Objectives Quality Methods and ToolsBecoming a World-Class OrganizationSummary Key Points to RememberReferencesFurther Suggested ReadingIndex…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…/resources and SASSindex.html; /build and build.xml; app.js; app.json; Cultivating your code; I'm a lumberjack - let's go log in; Money can't buy class; Singletons; Mixins; The solution to pollution; A global solution to a local problem; Summary - mind your own beeswax; Chapter 4: Sencha Cmd; What is Sencha Cmd?…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…More Tricks of the TradeHow to Start Your On-Scene Interviews; Live Interviews for On-Camera Reporters; 4 Writing the Story; Nancy's Class Fire Story; On-Camera Field Interviews; Let's Write the Script and Make a Package; This Is a Visual Medium; Pace; Language Is a Tool; Hard News/Light News; A Few Other Points; Reporting from the War Front; Fat Head Advice; Finding Your Stories and Developing Your Sources; Conclusion to Writing the Script; 5 Presenting the Report on Camera; Studio Lead or Studio Throw; Beware of the Same Copy; The Package; Stand-Ups; Be Creative But...; Wallpaper; Bridges…”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Designing orchestrationFlow; Switch; Custom XPath functions; Creating custom XPath functions; Custom XPath function class; Register with SOA Suite; Registering with JDeveloper; Scope; BPEL variables; Human Task; Worklist Application; Creating human tasks; Standalone human task - expose as a service; Human task - part of a BPEL process; Business Rules engine; Adding business rules as part of a BPEL process; Creating business rules; Facts and Bucketsets; Summary; Chapter 5: Test and Troubleshoot SOA Composites; Testing SOA composites from the EM; Testing composite from JDeveloper…”

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