“…Patell, New York University This open access book demonstrates that despite different epistemological starting points, history and speculative fiction perform similar work in “making the strange familiar” and “making the familiar strange” by taking their readers on journeys through space and time. …”

“…Creating and accessing data sources, making queries and iterating over the results; performing database inserts, updates, and deletes; executing database transactions Parsing XML documents; using XPath with JSTL custom actions; transforming XML with XSLT, filtering XML; accessing external entities Core JSTL shows you how to: Use JSTL to simplify Web development tasks Use the new JSTL expression language Access databases and execute transactions Develop internationalized Web sites Work with XML documents and JSP technology Extend JSTL with custom tags…”

“…This book also covers a mechanism provided by the Watson Language Translator service to train the service to perform domain-specific translations by customizing the existing linguistic models…”

“…The book: Takes you step-by-step through the workings of common table expressions and window functions Provides easy-to-follow examples of the new syntax Helps you answer business questions faster and easier than ever What You'll Learn: Answer business questions using simple queries that don’t break in the face of unexpected data Avoid writing queries that are a difficult-to-maintain quagmire of self-joins and nested subqueries Recognize situations that call for window functions, and learn when to use these features Reduce the need for performance-robbing self-joins Simplify and speed the execution of analytical queries Create queries that finish in seconds instead of hours…”

“…Use modules to simplify the development of well-performing complex systems Migrate applications to work with the modularized Java API and third-party modules Test code as you create it with the new JShell Read-Eval-Print Loop (REPL) Use lambda expressions to express actions more concisely Streamline and optimize data management with today's Streams API Leverage modern concurrent programming based on cooperating tasks Take advantage of a multitude of API improvements for working with collections, input/output, regular expressions, and processes Whether you're just getting started with modern Java or you're an experienced developer, this guide will help you write tomorrow's most robust, efficient, and secure Java code. …”

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“…How To –Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities –Reinforce your understanding of topics by doing all the exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. …”

“…Install and configure both Eclipse and the AspectJ Development Tools (AJDT) Discover how AOP can modularize and optimize everything from error checking to performance Craft new AspectJ applications and incorporate AOP capabilities into existing systems Build, debug, and document AspectJ applications Understand crucial AOP concepts, such as join points, pointcuts, advice, and inter-type declarations Master advanced techniques: Aspect libraries, linking with compiled .class files, visualization, aspect-oriented design, and more The accompanying website, www.awprofessional.com/title/0321245873, is full of samples, examples, and source code to help you start writing Java-based AOP software today. © Copyright Pearson Education. …”

“…You will be able to guide the architecture and implementation of a security policy for a corporate environment by knowing possible threats and vulnerabilities and understanding the steps required to perform a risk management assessment. Through the use of specific configuration examples, you will learn about the features required in network infrastructure equipment to implement the given security policy, including securing the internal corporate infrastructure, Internet access, and the remote access environment. …”

“…You will find thorough coverage of such topics as: The Common Information Model (CIM) Developing CIM extended schemas Management-application development using C++ and COM for WMI MMC snap-in development using C++ and COM, presented as a tutorial WMI providers and the necessary C++ and COM skills needed to expose class schema Developing management applications using the .NET Framework—the first comprehensive guide to the WMI classes in the System.Management namespace Finally, developers will learn about the often undersold but extremely powerful high-performance event-tracing mechanism available in Windows, which allows developers to expose detailed information about operations in an application. …”

“…Coverage includes An overview to key software changes introduced in Release 8.0 Resolutions to dozens of error messages and other obscure issues Using the “Smart Upgrade” toolkit to automate upgrades Implementing policies to manage client settings and reduce administrative overhead Optimizing Lotus Notes performance and avoid user frustration Making the most of technical support tools and plug-ins Finding technical support and patches on the IBM developerWorks website Configuring Lotus Notes and supporting common activities…”

“…Coverage includes: DB2 UDB for z/OS and the DB2 family: overview and usage scenarios Data and system structures, business rules, transactions, packages, and more DB2 UDB for z/OS: architecture, facilities, and the z/OS Security Server Introduction to logical and physical database design Defining tables, table spaces, indexes, views, large objects, business rules, and more Working with SQL, the language of DB2 Writing DB2 application programs Performance: caching, compression, locking/concurrency, and query optimization Day-to-day administration, including backup and recovery Web-based applications with DB2, WebSphere(R), and z/OS Distributing and sharing data for maximum flexibility, scalability, and availability Includes practice exam questions throughout the book…”

“…Coverage includes • Developing user stories and working with Product Owners as a distributed team • Recognizing and fixing the flaws Scrum may reveal in existing processes • Engaging in more efficient Release and Sprint planning • Conducting intense, brief daily Scrum meetings in distributed environments • Managing cultural and language differences • Resolving dependencies, performing frequent integration, and maintaining transparency in geographically distributed environments • Successfully running remote software reviews and demos • Brainstorming what worked and what didn’t, to improve future Sprints This book will be an indispensable resource for every team leader, member, product owner, or manager working with Scrum or other agile methods in any distributed software development organization…”

“…Evaluating Project Decisions will help you to analyze your options and ultimately make better decisions at every stage in your project, including: Requirements –Elicitation, description, verification, validation, negotiation, contracting, and management over the software life cycle Estimates –Conceptual solution design, decomposition, resource and overhead allocation, estimate construction, and change management Planning –Defining objectives, policies, and scope; planning tasks, milestones, schedules, budgets, staff and other resources; and managing projects against plans Product –Proper product definition, development process management, QA, configuration management, delivery, installation, training, and field service Process –Defining, selecting, understanding, teaching, and measuring processes; evaluating process performance; and process improvement or optimization In addition, you will see how to evaluate decisions related to risk, people, stakeholder expectations, and global development. …”

“…Coverage includes Installing all the tools, programs, and devices you need to create iOS apps Building your first app and mastering the essentials of Objective-C Making the most effective use of device memory Storyboarding your interface and connecting it to your underlying code Using Auto Layout to support devices with different sizes and orientations Managing app data with Core Data Creating sophisticated custom gestures Deploying your app through Apple’s App Store Quickly localizing your app for multiple languages and countries Implementing scrolling, navigation, table views, and other core iOS features Mastering advanced table views and navigation, including iPad split views Passing code encapsulated in blocks for communicating between parts of your app and with the system Tuning and debugging your apps for the best performance and quality Discovering great resources to take your next steps as an iOS developer…”

“…Apply the guidelines and underlying programming philosophy Correctly use interfaces, functions, classes, enum, resources, expressions, and statements Optimize performance, implement concurrency and parallelism, and handle errors Work effectively with constants, immutability, templates, generics, and metaprogramming Improve your C++ style, manage source files, and use the Standard Library Register your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. …”

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“…Get back in control so you can start performing like a star. Get organised, focused and proactive Conquer the daily incoming deluge Spend more time on the important work Leverage your desktop and mobile technology Optimise your tools for remote and hybrid work When work is coming at you from every direction, it's difficult to focus and prioritise. …”

“…Investigate, analyze, and report iOS, Android, and Windows devices About This Book Get hands-on experience in performing simple to complex mobile forensics techniques. …”