apress dez 2015 (97 resultados)

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This book is about starting and sustaining a technology user group. User groups are a wonderful way to connect with local and like-minded professionals for networking and learning. All the forums and social media on the internet can¿t replace face-to-face time spent discussing problems, upcoming technologies, and other pertinent topics. What every user group needs is leaders to organize meetings, find speakers, and connect the community.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 112 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Learn everything you need to know about making Windows 10 easier to use, see, hear, touch, or read, whether you are using it yourself, setting it up for another person, teaching others about ease of use at work or in the home, or working with a variety of people with specific needs in the community.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 148 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Gary Bennett, Brad Lees, and Stefan Kaczmarek, the team behind Swift 2 for Absolute Beginners, brings you a hands-on ¿Swift¿ introduction to the new tvOS SDK with a collection of app projects to try out.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 144 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Migrate an existing Drupal 6 or 7 website to Backdrop and discover why you should consider using Backdrop when building a new website. You'll learn what Backdrop is, how to install and configure Backdrop, and create and manage content. Migrating from Drupal to Backdrop focuses on the user who is responsible for building, maintaining, and managing an organization's website and who is interested in Backdrop¿s ability to meet their site¿s requirements.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 112 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Learn the fundamental concepts of OS clustering, Oracle Solaris clustering high-level design, Oracle Solaris clustering implementation using VirtualBox, and Veritas clustering implementation using VirtualBox. Oracle Solaris and Veritas Cluster: An Easy-build Guide shows you how to implement a cluster on your desktop or laptop devices using virtualized network, host, and storage configuration. This book explains both the architecture design and technical implementation for building Solaris Oracle- or Veritas-based clustered environments.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 312 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This concise book builds upon the foundational concepts of MIDI, synthesis, and sampled waveforms. It also covers key factors regarding the data footprint optimization work process, streaming versus captive digital audio new media assets, digital audio programming and publishing platforms, and why data footprint optimization is important for modern day new media content development and distribution.Digital Audio Editing Fundamentals is a new media mini-book covering concepts central to digital audio editing using the Audacity open source software package which also apply to all of the professional audio editing packages. The book gets more advanced as chapters progress, and covers key concepts for new media producers such as how to maximize audio quality and which digital audio new media formats are best for use with Kindle, Android Studio, Java, JavaFX, iOS, Blackberry, Tizen, Firefox OS, Chrome OS, Opera OS, Ubuntu Touch and HTML5.You will learn:Industry terminology involved in digital audio editing, synthesis, sampling, analysis and processingThe work process which comprises a fundamental digital audio editing, analysis, and effects pipelineThe foundational audio waveform sampling concepts that are behind modern digital audio publishingHow to install, and utilize, the professional, open source Audacity digital audio editing softwareConcepts behind digital audio sample resolution and sampling frequency and how to select settingsHow to select the best digital audio data codec and format for your digital audio content applicationHow to go about data footprint optimization, to ascertain which audio formats give the best resultsUsing digital audio assets in computer programming languages and content publishing platformsAPress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 164 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Learn howpreprocessors can make CSS scalable and easy to maintain. You'll see how towrite code in a very clean and scalable manner and use CSS preprocessorfeatures such as variables and looping, which are missing in CSS natively.Reading Beginning CSS Preprocessors will make your life much simpler byshowing you how to create reusable chunks of code. In addition to codingenhancements, yoüll also learn to automate processes such as generating imagesprites and minifying code.Beginning CSSPreprocessorsis your guide for getting started with CSS preprocessors. This book shows youhow to use CSS in your day-to-day work and thus be smart and efficient atwriting CSS.What arepreprocessorsWhat are theknown preprocessor frameworksWhat are thefeatures of Sass (Syntactically Awesome Stylesheets)What is Compass(COMPrehensive ASSembler)What is Less(Leaner SS)APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 164 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Learn how routersnetwork using the OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) protocol and unpickDijksträs Network Algorithm to see how OSPF performs the calculations todetermine the shortest or most appropriate path between two routers. OSPF: ANetwork Routing Protocol dives deep into the OSPF protocol withoutsacrificing simplicity in language. All of this is done with running examplesand illustrations to clarify concepts and enhance the enjoyment of networking.OSPF: A NetworkRouting Protocolis an absorbing, comprehensible account of OSPF, including the algorithm whichis used for calculating its routes. While OSPF has traditionally been anorganizational networking protocol, in these exciting times of Software DefinedNetworking (SDN), it has assumed an important role in the consolidated datacenter too. Now that the traditional distinctions between server and networkroles are getting blurred, everyone in the data center needs to become familiarwith networking and networking protocols!APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 168 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This brief book explains the advantages of the object model, inheritance, both classical and prototypical, and shows how these concepts can be implemented in JavaScript. It also shows how object programming (OP) opens a new world of design possibilities that go far beyond inheritance.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 132 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -In this age of data economy, data analytics is recognized as a key differentiator for companies trying to gain a sustainable competitive advantage and outperform their peers. However, the complexity of establishing an analytical architecture due to a wide array of disparate technical capabilities offered by a plethora of vendors makes the deployment of an on-premise solution a daunting task. For this reason, the Salesforce Analytics Cloud has captured the imagination from of both IT and business communities.The Salesforce Analytics Cloud represents the rethinking of analytics for the business user. The Analytics Cloud is a cloud-based platform designed for the business user to have access to analytics 'on the go,' providing answers to questions instantly on any device. This mobile-ready capability of the Salesforce Analytics Cloud means users can immediately collaborate and share insights with team members right inside Salesforce. Pro Salesforce Analytics CloudAPress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 184 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Meteor is a full stack application platform that makes it easy to build powerful, real time Web apps quickly. Introducing Meteor guides you through building top-quality Web apps in a fraction of the time using an application platform built for the modern web. This book takes you from installing the development environment all the way through deploying a live app, and everything in between. Introducing Meteor covers how to build a prototype app in days instead of weeks; how to take advantage of reactive templates; leverage the hundreds of Smart Packages available; and employ best practices and avoid common errors made by beginners. Meteor gives you the tools you need to build better apps faster.Web apps have come a long way since the 1990s, but they still require a lot of time, specialized knowledge and complex setups. Introducing Meteor shows you a better way.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 116 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -If you are an iOS developer or planning to become one, learning Swift 2 is your #1 priority, and this book tells you everything you need to get up to speed, well, swiftly.You'll start with the Swift Playground and an introduction to object-oriented programming so you can immediately see Swift in action. You then learn about all of the key language features like functions and closures, classes, methods, extensions, and how Swift works just as well as Objective-C when it comes to easy memory management with ARC.Finally you'll learn how to use Swift alongside Objective-C as well as with Core Data, and you'll learn how to put all of the pieces together with a health app using Apple's HealthKit framework.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 260 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Pro React teaches you how to successfully structure increasingly complex front-end applications and interfaces. This book explores the React library in depth, as well as detailing additional tools and libraries in the React ecosystem, enabling you to create complete, complex applications.You will learn how to use React completely, and learn best practices for creating interfaces in a composable way. You will also cover additional tools and libraries in the React ecosystem (such as React Router and Flux architecture). Each topic is covered clearly and concisely and is packed with the details you need to learn to be truly effective. The most important features are given no-nonsense, in-depth treatment, and every chapter details common problems and how to avoid them.If you already have experience creating front-end apps using jQuery or perhaps other JavaScript frameworks, but need to solve the increasingly common problem of structuring complex front-endapplications, then this book is for you. Start working with React like a pro - add Pro React to your library today.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 320 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Table views and collection views are the bread and butter of iOS apps. With them, you can create everything from the simplest of lists to fully tricked-out user interfaces. Pro iOS Table and Collection Views with Swift covers table views and collection views on all sizes of iOS devices, including the new Apple Watch.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 588 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This book is a practical guide for new agile practitioners and containseverything a new project manager needs to know to get up to speed withagile practices quickly and sort out the hype and dogma of pseudo-agilepractices.The author lays out the general guidelines for running anagile project with the assumption that the project team may be workingin a traditional environment (using the waterfall model, or somethingsimilar).Agile Development in the Real World conveys valuable insights to multiple audiences: Fornew-to-agile project managers, this book provides a distinctiveapproach that Alan Cline has used with great success, while showing thedecision points and perspectives as the agile project moves forward fromone step to the next. This allows new agile project managers or agilecoaches to choose between the benefits of agile and the benefits ofother methods.For the agile technical team member, this book containstemplates and sample project artifacts to assist in learning agiletechniques and to be used as exemplars for the new practitioner¿s ownproject.For the Project Management Office (PMO), the firstthree chapters focus on portfolio management. They explain, for theagilists¿ benefit, how projects are selected and approved, and whyprojects have an inherent 'shelf-life' that results in hard deadlinesthat may seem arbitrary to traditional technical teams.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 328 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 224 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -The 'one-size-fits-all' thinking regarding traditional RDBMSs has been challenged in the last few years by the emergence of diversified NoSQL databases. More than 120 NoSQL databases are now available in the market, and the market leader by far is MongoDB. With so many companies opting for MongoDB as their NoSQL database of choice, there's a need for a practical how-to combined with expert advice for getting the most out of the software.Beginning with a short introduction to the basics of NoSQL databases, MongoDB experts Navin Sabharwal and Shankatala Gupta Edward introduce readers to MongoDB ¿ the leading document based NoSQL database, acquainting them step by step with all aspects of MongoDB. They cover the data model, underlying architecture, how to code using Mongo Shell, and administration of the MongoDB platform, among other topics. The book also provides clear guidelines and practical examples for architecting and developing applications using the MongoDB platform and deploying them. Database developers, architects, and database administrators will find useful information covering all aspects of the MongoDB platform and how to put it to use practically.Practical Guide to MongoDB provides readers with:A solid understanding of NoSQL databasesAn understanding of how to get started with MongoDBMethodical coverage of the architecture, development, and administration of MongoDBA plethora of 'How tös' enabling you to use the technology most efficiently to solve the problems you facePractical MongoDB is for those just starting to learning to work with NoSQL databases in general and MongoDB in particular. Skills in these areas are in demand, making this book essential reading for those who want to work more productively or break into big data work. It will prove equally useful for entrepreneurs and others who like to work with new technologies.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 272 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Teaches you how to improve your hands-on knowledge of Linux using challenging, real-world scenarios. Each chapter explores a topic that has been chosen specifically to demonstrate how to enhance your base Linux system, and resolve important issues. This book enables sysadmins, DevOps engineers, developers, and other technical professionals to make full use of Linux¿s rocksteady foundation.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 176 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Get started in creating marketable apps for the burgeoning Android market. Begin your journey by learning the essentials of programming for phones and tables that are built around Google's wildly-successful Android platform. Beginning Android, Fifth Edition is fresh with details on the latest iteration of the Android 5 and earlier versions.Google¿s Android operating-system has taken the industry by storm, going from its humble beginnings as a smartphone operating system to its current status as a platform for apps that run across a gamut of devices from phones to tablets to netbooks to televisions, and the list is sure to grow. Smart developers are not sitting idly by in the stands, but are jumping into the game of creating innovative and salable applications for this fast-growing, mobile- and consumer-device platform. If yoüre not in the game yet, now is your chance!Begin at the beginning by installing the tools and compiling a skeleton app. Move through creating layouts, employing widgets, taking user input, and giving back results. Soon yoüll be creating innovative applications involving multi-touch, multi-tasking, and more! Yoüll be drawing data live from the Internet using web services and delighting your customers with life-enhancing apps. Not since the PC era first began has there been this much opportunity for the common developer. What are you waiting for Grab your copy of Beginning Android and get started!APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 440 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -In this fast-paced book on the Docker open standards platform for developing, packaging and running portable distributed applications, Deepak VorhaAPress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 276 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This book covers the critical as well as the less obvious aspects ofmanaging Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2015 in a variety ofdevelopment and test environments. Coverage includes basic installationinitial configuration, maintenance, and common trouble shootingtechniques, sizing, and performance considerations.Essentials of Administering Team Foundation Server 2015explains how TFS can help you incorporate source control in yourdevelopment environment. You'll learn how to set up TFS to match how youdevelop software.The book covers using TFS in the wholedevelopment process, along with practical advice on how to use itsfeatures effectively to get up to speed quickly.In addition, theauthor dives into using TFS in your team covering subjects like settingup accounts for different roles, manage users, and groups--plus what youneed to know about TFS security and running a secure team.Nodiscussion of a centralized system likeTFS would be complete withoutlearning how to back up and restore it, and the author covers what youwill need to know to maintain your TFS including the backup and restoredetails required to properly plan for disaster recovery.The bookdetails what you need to know about TFS functionality in creating andsetting up collections and projects, how to manage the build processwith Team Build (including setting it up and deploying build server andagents), using templates to speed up the creation of builds, buildingmulti-platform solutions, and testing.In this book, yoüll learn how to:Plan, install, and configure TFSSecure your TFS environmentPlan and manage source control with TFSManage the development process with TFSManage the build processTest with TFSAPress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 208 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This concise book is a quick start-up primer on the Gradle build and release tool. You'll learn about Gradle and how to set it up to use. You'll learn about the Gradle life cycle and how to effectively leverage and use it. Also, you'll learn the basics of using site plugins and generating Javadocs, test coverage/FindBugs reports, version/release notes and more. Furthermore, you'll take advantage of Gradle's archetypes to bootstrap new projects easily.After reading and using Introducing Gradle, you'll have an understanding of Gradle's dependency management and how to organize basic and multi-module Gradle projects. It includes the new features and enhancements found in the latest version of Gradle, an open source enhanced Java build and release tool for Java that is especially popular among Spring application developers.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 152 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -ho don¿t have a deep experience in programming languages. It teaches how to build professional fully featured e-commerce websites using PHP. The book uses practical, step-by step examples to explain all of the topics required in designing, creating, and managing an interactive e-commerce web site.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 144 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Whether yoüre new to Oracle or an old hand who has yet to test the waters of APEX, Beginning Oracle Application Express 5introduces the processes and best practices yoüll need to becomeproficient with APEX. The book shows off the programming environmentthe utilities and tools available, and then continues by walking throughthe process of building a working system from the ground up. All codeis documented and explained so that those new to the languages will notbe lost. After reading this book, power users and programmers alike canquickly put together robust and scalable applications for use by oneperson, by a department, by an entire company.Beginning Oracle Application Express 5introduces version 5 of the popular and productive Oracle ApplicationExpress development platform. Called APEX for short, the platformenables rapid and easy development of web-based applications that makefull use of Oracle Database. The release of APEX 5 brings major newchanges to the page builder, an enhanced universal theme, better RESTfulweb services support, enhanced application packaging, and the manyredesigned wizards give a new and fresh feel to the user interface.Covers brand-new functionality in APEX 5Provides fully documented and explained example codeGuides you through creating a working and fully deployable applicationAPress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 504 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This book teaches computer programming to the complete beginner using the native C language. As such, it assumes you have no knowledge whatsoever about programming. The main goal of this book is to teach fundamental programming principles using C, one of the most widely used programming languages in the world today.We discuss only those features and statements in C that are necessary to achieve our goal. Once you learn the principles well, they can be applied to any language. If you are worried that you are not good at high-school mathematics, don¿t be. It is a myth that you must be good at mathematics to learn programming.C is considered a ¿modern¿ language even though its roots date back to the 1970s. Originally, C was designed for writing ¿systems¿ programs¿things like operating systems, editors, compilers, assemblers and input/output utility programs. But, today, C is used for writing all kinds of applications programs as well¿word processing programs, spreadsheet programs, database management programs, accounting programs, games, robots, embedded systems/electronics (i.e., Arduino), educational software¿the list is endless.Note: Appendices A-D are available as part of the free source code download at the Apress website.What You Will Learn:How to get started with programming using the C languageHow to use the basics of CHow to program with sequence, selection and repetition logicHow to work with charactersHow to work with functionsHow to use arraysWho This Book Is For:This book is intended for anyone who is learning programming for the first time.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 336 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Thisbook highlights the different types of data architecture and illustrates themany possibilities hidden behind the term 'Big Data', from the usage of No-SQLdatabases to the deployment of stream analytics architecture, machine learningand governance.ScalableBig Data Architecture coversreal-world, concrete industry use cases that leverage complex distributedapplications , which involve web applications, RESTful API, and high throughputof large amount of data stored in highly scalable No-SQL data stores such asCouchbase and Elasticsearch. This book demonstrates how data processing can bedone at scale from the usage of NoSQL datastores to the combination of Big Datadistribution.Whenthe data processing is too complex and involves different processing topologylike long running jobs, stream processing, multiple data sources correlationand machine learning, it¿s often necessary to delegate the load to Hadoop orSpark and use the No-SQLto serve processed data in real time.Thisbook shows you how to choose a relevant combination of big data technologiesavailable within the Hadoop ecosystem. It focuses on processing long jobsarchitecture, stream data patterns, log analysis, and real time analytics. Everypattern is illustrated with practical examples, which use the different opensourceprojects such as Logstash, Spark, Kafka, and so on.Traditionaldata infrastructures are built for digesting and rendering data synthesis andanalytics from large amount of data. This book helps you to understand why youshould consider using machine learning algorithms early on in the projectbefore being overwhelmed by constraints imposed by dealing with the highthroughput of Big data.ScalableBig Data Architecture is fordevelopers, data architects, and data scientists looking for a betterunderstanding of how to choose the most relevant pattern for a Big Data projectand which tools tointegrate into that pattern.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 160 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Master the SAPproduct ecosystem, the client environment, and the feasibility of implementingcritical business process with the required technical and functionalconfiguration. SAP Project Management Pitfalls is the first book toprovide you with real examples of the pitfalls that you can avoid, providingyou with a road-map to a successful implementation.Jay Kay, a SAP ProgramManager for Capgemini, first takes a deep dive into common pitfalls inimplementing SAP ERP projects in a complex IT landscape. You will learn aboutthe potential causes of failures, study a selection of relevant projectimplementation case studies in the area, and see a range of possiblecountermeasures. Jay Kay also provides background on each - the significance ofeach implementation area, its relevance to a service company that implementsSAP projects, and the current state of research.Key highlights of thebook:Tools andtechniques for project planning and templates for allocating resourcesIndustrystandards and innovations in SAP implementation projects in the form ofstandard solutions aimed at successful implementationManaging SAPsystem ECC upgrades, EHP updates and project patchesLearn effectiveways to implement robust SAP release management practices (changemanagement, BAU)Wearing apractitioner¿s insight, Jay Kay explores the relevance of each failedimplementation scenario and how to support your company or clients to succeedin a SAP implementation. There are many considerations when implementing SAPbut as you will learn, knowledge, insight, and effective tools to mitigaterisks can take you to a successful implementation project.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 356 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Take a deep dive into web development using the Go programming language to build web apps and RESTful services to create reliable and efficient software. Web Development with Go provides Go language fundamentals and then moves on to advanced web development concepts and successful deployment of Go web apps to the cloud.Web Development with Go will teach you how to develop scalable real-world web apps, RESTful services, and backend systems with Go. The book starts off by covering Go programming language fundamentals as a prerequisite for web development. After a thorough understanding of the basics, the book delves into web development using the built-in package, net/http. With each chapter yoüll be introduced to new concepts for gradually building a real-world web system.The book further shows you how to integrate Go with other technologies. For example, it provides an overview of using MongoDB as a means of persistent storage, and providesan end-to-end REST API sample as well. The book then moves on to demonstrate how to deploy web apps to the cloud using the Google Cloud platform.Web Development with Go provides:Fundamentals for building real-world web apps in GoThorough coverage of prerequisites and practical code examplesDemo web apps for attaining a deeper understanding of web developmentA reference REST API app which can be used to build scalable real-world backend services in GoA thorough demonstration of deploying web apps to the Cloud using the Google Cloud platformGo is a high-performance language while providing greater level of developer productivity, therefore Web Development with Go equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge required for effectively building robust and efficient web apps by leveraging the features of Go.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 312 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -Build anenterprise search engine using Apache Solr: index and search documents; ingestdata from varied sources; apply various text processing techniques; utilizedifferent search capabilities; and customize Solr to retrieve the desiredresults. Apache Solr: APractical Approach to Enterprise Search explains each essentialconcept-backed by practical and industry examples--to help you attainexpert-level knowledge.The bookwhich assumes a basic knowledge of Java, starts with an introduction to Solrfollowed by steps to setting it up, indexing your first set of documents, andsearching them. It then introduces you to information retrieval and itsimplementation in Apache Solr; this will help you understand your searchproblem, decide the approach to build an effective solution, and use variousmetrics to evaluate the results.The booknext covers the schema design and techniques to build a text analysis chain forcleansing, normalizing and enriching your documents and addressing differenttypes of search queries. It describes various popular matching techniques whichare generally applied to improve the precision and recall of searches.You willlearn the end-to-end process of data ingestion from varied sources, metadataextraction, pre-processing and transformation of content, various searchcomponents, query parsers and other advanced search capabilities.Aftercovering out-of-the-box features, Solr expert Dikshant Shahi dives into waysyou can customize Solr for your business and its specific requirements, alongwith ways to plug in your own components. Most important, you will learn aboutimplementations for Solr scoring, factors affecting the document score, andtuning the score for the application at hand. The book explains why textualscoring is not sufficient for practical ranking of documents and ways tointegrate real-world factors for contributing to the document ranking.You'll seehow to influence user experience by providing suggestions and recommendations.You'll also see integration of Solr with important related technologies such asOpenNLP and Tika. Additionally, you will learn about scaling Solr usingSolrCloud.This book concludes withcoverage of semantic search capabilities, which is crucial for taking thesearch experience to the next level. By the end of Apache Solr, you will be proficient in designing anddeveloping your search engine.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 328 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware -This follow-up volume to MMOs from the Inside Out is a further collection of bold ideas, information, and instruction from one of the true pioneers of Massively-Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games. Whereas its predecessor looked at how MMOs can change the world, MMOs from the Outside In: How Psychology, Law, Culture and Real Life see Massively-Multiplayer Role-playing Games looks at how the world can change MMOs ¿ and not always for the better. The aim of this book is to inform an up-coming generation of designers, to alert and educate players and designers-to-be, and to caution those already working in the field who might be growing complacent about society¿s acceptance of their chosen career.APress in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 528 pp. Englisch.