Fascination Amazon River - Lothar Staeck - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

1. introduction.- 2- The Amazon - largest river on earth.- 3. cities on the Amazon.- 4. people on the Amazon.- 5. the rainforest.- 6. flowering plants on and in the water.- 7. flowering plants in the rainforest.- 8. animal observation on and in the water.- 9. animal observation in the rainforest.- 10. conclusion: how will development continue in the Amazon lowlands?

A Practical Guide to Generative AI Using Amazon Bedrock - Avik Bhattacharjee - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

This comprehensive guide gives you the knowledge and skills you need to excel in Generative AI. From understanding the fundamentals to mastering techniques, this book offers a step-by-step approach to leverage Amazon Bedrock to build, deploy, and secure Generative AI applications. The book presents structured chapters and practical examples to delve into key concepts such as prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation, and model evaluation. You will gain profound insights into the Amazon Bedrock platform. The book covers setup, life cycle management, and integration with Amazon SageMaker. The book emphasizes real-world applications, and provides use cases and best practices across industries on topics such as text summarization, image generation, and conversational AI bots. The book tackles vital topics including data privacy, security, responsible AI practices, and guidance on navigating governance and monitoring challenges while ensuring adherence to ethical standards and regulations. The book provides the tools and knowledge needed to excel in the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI. Whether you''re a data scientist, AI engineer, or business professional, this book will empower you to harness the full potential of Generative AI and drive innovation in your organization. What You Will Learn - Understand the fundamentals of Generative AI and Amazon Bedrock - Build Responsible Generative AI applications leveraging Amazon Bedrock - Know techniques and best practices - See real-worl applications - Integrate and manage platforms - Handle securty and governance issues - Evaluate and optimze models - Gain future-ready insights - Understand the project life cycle when building Generative AI Applications \ Who This Book Is For Data scientistys, AI/ML engineers and architects, software developers plus AI enthusiasts and studenta and educators, and leaders who want to evangelize within organizatios

PostgreSQL Skills Development on Cloud - Venkateswara Vadlamani - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

This book provides a comprehensive approach to manage PostgreSQL cluster databases on Amazon Web Services and Azure Web Services on the cloud, as well as in Docker and container environments on a Red Hat operating system. Furthermore, detailed references for managing PostgreSQL on both Windows and Mac are provided. This book condenses all the fundamental and essential concepts you need to manage a PostgreSQL cluster into a one-stop guide that is perfect for newcomers to Postgres database administration. Each chapter of the book provides historical context and documents version changes of the PostgreSQL cluster, elucidates practical "how-to" methods, and includes illustrations and key word definitions, practices for application, a summary of key learnings, and questions to reinforce understanding. The book also outlines a clear study objective with a weekly learning schedule and hundreds of practice exercises, along with questions and answers. With its comprehensive and practical approach, this book will help you gain the confidence to manage all aspects of a PostgreSQL cluster in critical production environments so you can better support your organization''s database infrastructure on the cloud and in containers. What You Will Learn - Install and configure Postgres clusters on the cloud and in containers, monitor database logs, start and stop databases, troubleshoot, tune performance, backup and recover, and integrate with Amazon S3 and Azure Data Blob - Manage Postgres databases on Amazon Web Services and Azure Web Services on the cloud, as well as in Docker and container environments on a Red Hat operating system - Access sample references to scripting solutions and database management tools for working with Postgres, Redshift (based on Postgres 8.2), and Docker - Create Amazon Machine Images (AMI) and Azure Images for managing a fleet of Postgres clusters on the cloud - Reinforce knowledge with a weekly learning schedule and hundreds of practice exercises, along with questions and answers - Progress from simple concepts, such as how to choose the correct instance type, to creating complex machine images - Gain access to an Amazon AMI with a DBA admin tool, allowing you to learn Postgres, Redshift, and Docker in a cloud environment - Refer to a comprehensive summary of documentations of Postgres, Amazon Web services, Azure Web services, and Red Hat Linux for managing all aspects of Postgres cluster management on the cloud Who This Book Is For Newcomers to PostgreSQL database administration and cross-platform support DBAs looking to master PostgreSQL on the cloud.

The Business of Android Apps Development - Roy Sandberg - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

The growing but still evolving success of the Android platform has ushered in a second mobile technology "gold rush" for app developers. Google Play and Amazon Appstore for Android apps has become the second go-to apps eco for today''s app developers. While not yet as large in terms of number of apps as iTunes, Google Play and Amazon Appstore have so many apps that it has become increasingly difficult for new apps to stand out in the crowd. Achieving consumer awareness and sales longevity for your Android app requires a lot of organization and some strategic planning. Written for today''s Android apps developer or apps development shop, this new and improved book from Apress, The Business of Android Apps Development, Second Edition , tells you today''s story on how to make money on Android apps. This book shows you how to take your app from idea to design to development to distribution and marketing your app on Google Play or Amazon Appstore. This book takes you step-by-step through cost-effective marketing, public relations and sales techniques that have proven successful for professional Android app creators and indie shops-perfect for independent developers on shoestring budgets. It even shows you how to get interest from venture capitalists and how they view a successful app vs. the majority of so-so to unsuccessful apps in Android. No prior business knowledge is required. This is the book you wish you had read before you launched your first app!

Generative AI with SAP and Amazon Bedrock - Miguel Figueiredo - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

The Language of Innovation - Ron Itelman - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

Transform how teams innovate together and turn your ideas into scalable solutions through practical implementation techniques. Drawing from real-world successes and failures at companies like Apple, Toyota, and Amazon, this book provides a visual language and framework that helps teams align their efforts and reduce risks. Do you struggle to turn creative ideas into reality? Are your innovation projects moving slower than you'd like? Innovation thrives on collaboration, but without the right tools and principles, even brilliant ideas can falter. Through captivating stories and clear frameworks, learn how to create alignment across teams and stakeholders to help make confident strategic choices that minimize risk. You’ll also identify and solve innovation bottlenecks, build systems that scale innovation success, and measure what matters for sustainable growthWhether you're a startup founder, corporate innovator, or team leader, The Language of Innovation equips you with practical tools you can implement immediately using just a whiteboard or spreadsheet. Master the proven principles that help organizations like Amazon turn simple ideas into billion-dollar innovations. What You Will LearnMaster the four types of innovation (Process, Business Model, Product, Marketing) and how to apply them effectivelyDevelop systems thinking approaches to understand and improve organizational processesCreate effective innovation strategies using proven frameworks and toolsBuild alignment across teams and stakeholders to drive successful innovationMeasure and validate innovation success using data-driven methodsWho This Book is ForInnovation leaders, product developers, entrepreneurs, and business strategists who need practical frameworks to turn ideas into reality; project managers, business analysts, and cross-functional team leaders who must navigate complex organizational challenges while delivering results; MBA students and business educators interested in understanding real-world innovation dynamics.

Strategic Retail Management - Hanna Schramm Klein - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

This book is devoted to the dynamic development of retailing. The focus is on various strategy concepts adopted by retailing companies and their implementation in practice. This is not a traditional textbook or collection of case studies; it aims to demonstrate the complex and manifold questions of retail management in the form of twenty lessons, where each lesson provides a thematic overview of key issues and illustrates them via a comprehensive case study. The examples are all internationally known retail companies, to facilitate an understanding of what is involved in strategic retail management and illustrate best practices. In the third edition, all chapters were revised and updated. Two new chapters were added to treat topics like corporate social responsibility as well as marketing communication. All case studies were replaced by new ones to reflect the most recent developments. Well-known retail companies from different countries, like Tesco, Zalando, Hugo Boss, Carrefour, Amazon, Otto Group, are now used to illustrate particular aspects of retail management.

AWS EKS Essentials - Ebenezer Paintsil - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

Master the essential tools of Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) and explore the various architecture options. This book offers a deep dive into setting up, managing, and scaling your Kubernetes clusters on AWS. You’ll start by exploring various architecture options, including private-only, public and hybrid endpoint configuration alternatives. The focus then shifts to security and cluster implementation with Terraform covering the three cluster configuration alternatives, role assignments, node security, and more. The book also dives into pod density providing practical demonstrations of IP address management in EKS and shows you how to customize cluster node groups with launch templates. Complete your journey by reviewing advanced EKS concepts such as auto scaling Karpenter, service mesh, and application networking with VPC Lattice. With AWS EKS Essentials as your guide, you’ll maintain robust cluster security and strong access control, ensuring your applications run smoothly and efficiently in a cloud-native environment. What You Will LearnHandle role assignments and node securitySecure EKS clusters with private endpoints, security groups and bastion hosts. Run applications in Kubernetes, including Docker Desktop installationOptimize custom container images and manage private repositoriesImplement service mesh and application networking with AWS App Mesh, Istio, and VPC LatticeCreate and deploy EKS clusters with TerraformWho This Book Is ForSoftware developers, system administrators, and cloud enthusiasts who are looking to master EKS.

Practical GitLab Services - Jeffrey Painter - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

Learn all about GitLab administration, the open-source DevOps platform helping millions develop and deploy safe and secure software. This book is designed to be your one-stop shop to get up and running with complete ease. Start with the basics like setting up a GitLab account and exploring user options before moving on to GitLab’s primary function as a source code management tool. From there, you’ll learn about one of the most unique features of GitLab: CI/CD configuration files. The next step on the journey is a discussion of how to organize code into projects and groups, along with defining access permissions using roles. You’ll also examine the various planning tools provided by GitLab. With the basic features out of the way, you’ll delve into more specialized services such as the built-in Docker image repository, the package registry, web page creation, and binary file storage. The book concludes with more advanced administrative topics such as working with GitLab’s REST and GraphQL APIs, setting up a proof-of-concept GitLab service using Amazon Web Services (AWS), and spinning up a production service that takes high availability and disaster recovery into account. With an abundance of information available for deploying secure software, selecting the right documentation can often be daunting. From planning to monitoring, Practical GitLab Services eliminates the unknown in your DevOps lifecycle. What You Will LearnUse GitLab to manage source code files, track and plan issues, run builds and tests, and deploy softwareSee how administrators can support developers using GitLabSet up your own standalone installation using AWSWho This Book Is ForSoftware developers, potential GitLab administrators, supporting team members such as testers and project managers.

AWS IoT With Edge ML and Cybersecurity - Syed Rehan - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

In an era where the fusion of connectivity and technology is redefining industries, this book is a must-have guide for aspiring technologists and seasoned professionals alike. This meticulously crafted handbook guides you through every aspect of AWS IoT, touching upon vital spheres such as edge computing, machine learning, and industrial IoT, with a distinct spotlight on cybersecurity. Over the course of this book, industry veteran Syed Rehan unveils the secrets to setting up your AWS IoT environment and walks you through advanced concepts such as leveraging MQTT, mastering Digital Twin implementation, and plumbing the depths of edge machine learning. Whether you're experimenting with virtual devices or hands-on with Raspberry Pi setups, this book will steer you towards innovation and a transformative journey where technology meets intelligence and security, all under the expansive umbrella of AWS IoT. What You Will LearnAWS Mastery: Dive deep into AWS IoT essentials, from setup to hands-on SDK toolsAdvanced Connectivity: Explore advanced MQTT features and the potential of AWS IoT Core MQTT clientsDevice Integration: Master AWS IoT device creation, connection, and deployment, blending the digital and physicalDigital Twin: Unleash IoT's future with AWS IoT device shadow, capitalizing on digital twin technologyDevice Management: Transform remote oversight using secure IoT tunneling and innovative actionsEdge Development: Merge IoT and Machine Learning via AWS IoT Greengrass, spotlighting image classificationData to Insights: Swiftly move from raw data to actionable insights leveraging Amazon TimestreamIoT Cybersecurity: Strengthen your defenses using AWS IoT Device Defender, Zero Trust principles, and Machine Learning (ML) Detect to prepare for and counter threatsWho This Book Is ForIoT developers and enthusiasts, professionals who want to implement IoT solutions in industrial scenarios, system architects and designers interested in edge machine learning, business intelligence analysts, and cybersecurity professionals.

Spring Boot 3 Recipes - Marten Deinum - Bog - Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG - Plusbog.dk

Solve all your Spring Boot 3 micro-framework problems using complete, real-world Java-based code snippets and examples inspired by various problems and corresponding solutions to those problems . When you start a new project, you’ll be able to copy the code and configuration files from this book, and then modify them for your own specific software programming needs. This can save you a great deal of work over creating a project from scratch. Spring Boot 3 Recipes has been revised to include new features like the new Spring Native, newly repackaged Spring Data, Spring Kafka for messaging and more on Kubernetes/deployment than in the previous edition. It includes Java 17 long term support code and Jakarta EE 9+ code as a base for Spring Boot 3. This handy code reference takes advantage of these things as it introduces you to VMWare's Spring Boot 3 and Spring Native. Quickly, it dives into code snippets on how to apply and integrate SpringBoot 3 with the Spring MVC web framework, web sockets and WebFlux for the rapid development of web applications, web services, microservices and more. You'll also get solutions to common problems with data persistence, integrating Spring Boot with batch processing, algorithmic programming via Spring Batch, and much more. These enable you to enhance or round out your web applications or microservices with a data and/or transaction-tier to boot. Other recipes cover topics such as using and integrating Boot with Spring's enterprise services, Spring Integration, testing, monitoring and more. At the end of the book, you'll have the code snippets and packages to deploy your Spring Boot-created microservices or applications on a cloud platform like Amazon using the popular Kubernetes container. Finally, this code reference is a must have for your Spring library. What You'll LearnGet reusable code recipes and snippets for the Spring Boot 3 micro-framework Discover how Spring Boot 3 integrates with other Spring APIs, tools, and frameworksAccess Spring MVC, web sockets and WebFlux for easier web developmentWork with microservices for web services development and integration with your Spring Boot applicationsAdd persistence and a data tier seamlessly to make your Spring Boot web application do moreIntegrate enterprise services via Spring Integration and Jakarta EE to create a more complex Java application using Spring BootWho This Book Is ForThis book is for experienced Java and Spring software programmers, developers.