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A must-have Kubernetes book to learn key concepts for succeeding in any production environment, be it a greenfield Kubernetes environment or your cloud-native journeyKey Features:Advance in your Kubernetes journey with guidance from a seasoned k8s practitioner and trainerDiscover best practices for implementing Kubernetes in any production environmentGo beyond the basics and work with Kubernetes applications in every environmentBook Description:Kubernetes is a trending topic among engineers, CTOs, CIOs, and other technically sound professionals. Due to its proliferation and importance for all cloud technologies, DevOps engineers nowadays need a solid grasp of key Kubernetes concepts to help their organization thrive.This book equips you with all the requisite information about how Kubernetes works and how to use it for the best results. You'll learn everything from why cloud native is important to implementing Kubernetes clusters to deploying applications in production. This book takes you on a learning journey, starting from what cloud native is and how to get started with Kubernetes in the cloud, on-premises, and PaaS environments such as OpenShift. Next, you'll learn about deploying applications in many ways, including Deployment specs, Ingress Specs, and StatefulSet specs. Finally, you'll be comfortable working with Kubernetes monitoring, observability, and security. Each chapter of 50 Kubernetes Concepts Every DevOps Engineer Should Know is built upon the previous chapter, ensuring that you develop practical skills as you work through the code examples in GitHub, allowing you to follow along while giving you practical knowledge.By the end of this book, you'll be able to implement Kubernetes in any environment, whether it's an existing environment, a greenfield environment, or your very own lab running in the cloud or your home.What You Will Learn:Find out how Kubernetes works on-premises, in the cloud, and in PaaS environmentsWork with networking, cluster management, and application deploymentUnderstand why cloud native is crucial for Kubernetes applicationsDeploy apps in different states, including Stateless and StatefulMonitor and implement observability in your environmentExplore the functioning of Kubernetes security at the cluster, user, and application levelWho this book is for:This book is for cloud engineers, developers, DevOps engineers, and infrastructure engineers responsible for inheriting a Kubernetes environment or creating a greenfield Kubernetes environment. If you are a professional who wants to get started with cloud-native applications and implement k8s best practices, then this book is a must-read. If you have engineered environments in the cloud and on-premises and understand how to deploy applications with a solid tenure in a developer role, this book will help you further your skills.

Become a creative JavaScript professional by creating and animating stunning 3D, browser-based graphics with Three.js from beginning to endPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF formatKey Features:- Enhance your 3D graphics with light sources, shadows, advanced materials, and textures- Load models from external sources, visualize and, animate them directly using JavaScript- Create your own custom WebGL shader, explore Three.js' postprocessing feature, and learn how to integrate with Blender, React, and TypescriptBook Description:Three.js has become the industry standard for creating stunning 3D WebGL content. In this edition, you'll learn about all the features of Three.js and understand how to integrate it with the newest physics engines. You'll also develop a strong grip on creating and animating immersive 3D scenes directly in your browser, reaping the full potential of WebGL and modern browsers.The book starts with the basic concepts and building blocks used in Three.js and helps you explore these essential topics in detail through extensive examples and code samples. You'll learn how to create realistic-looking 3D objects using textures and materials and how to load existing models from an external source. Next, you'll understand how to control the camera using the Three.js built-in camera controls, which will enable you to fly or walk around the 3D scene you've created. Later chapters will cover the use of HTML5 video and canvas elements as materials for your 3D objects to animate your models. You'll learn how to use morph targets and skeleton-based animation, before understanding how to add physics, such as gravity and collision detection, to your scene. Finally, you'll master combining Blender with Three.js and creating VR and AR scenes.By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to create 3D-animated graphics using Three.js.What You Will Learn:- Implement the different camera controls provided by Three.js to navigate your 3D scene- Discover working with vertices directly to create snow, rain, and galaxy-like effects- Import and animate models from external formats, such as glTF, OBJ, STL, and COLLADA- Design and run animations using morph targets and bone-based animation- Create realistic-looking 3D objects using advanced textures on materials- Interact directly with WebGL by creating custom vertex and fragment shaders- Make scenes using the Rapier physics engine, and integrate Three.js with VR and ARWho this book is for:This book is for JavaScript developers looking to learn the use of Three.js library.Table of Contents- Creating Your First 3D Scene withThree.js- The Basic Components that Make up a Three.js Application- Working with Light Sources in Three.js- Working with Three.js Materials- Learning to Work with Geometries- Exploring Advanced Geometries- Points and Sprites- Creating and Loading Advanced Meshes and Geometries- Animations and moving the camera- Loading and Working with Textures- Render Postprocessing- Adding Physics and Sounds to Your Scene- Working with Blender and Three.js- Three.js together with React, Typescript, and Web-XR

Develop a rendering framework in this part-color guide by implementing next-generation 3D graphics, leveraging advanced Vulkan features, and getting familiar with efficient real-time ray tracing techniques uncovered by leading industry veterans, Marco Castorina and Gabriel SassoneKey Features:- Use a pre-built "Raptor" engine to abstract tedious aspects like file systems, memory allocation, and utility functions- Delve into advanced graphics programming by taking advantage of Vulkan's cutting-edge features, including mesh shaders and ray tracing- Optimize your engine without reinventing the wheel- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description:Vulkan is now an established and flexible multi-platform graphics API. It has been adopted in many industries, including game development, medical imaging, movie productions, and media playback but learning it can be a daunting challenge due to its low-level, complex nature. Mastering Graphics Programming with Vulkan is designed to help you overcome this difficulty, providing a practical approach to learning one of the most advanced graphics APIs.In Mastering Graphics Programming with Vulkan, you'll focus on building a high-performance rendering engine from the ground up. You'll explore Vulkan's advanced features, such as pipeline layouts, resource barriers, and GPU-driven rendering, to automate tedious tasks and create efficient workflows. Additionally, you'll delve into cutting-edge techniques like mesh shaders and real-time ray tracing, elevating your graphics programming to the next level.By the end of this book, you'll have a thorough understanding of modern rendering engines to confidently handle large-scale projects. Whether you're developing games, simulations, or visual effects, this guide will equip you with the skills and knowledge to harness Vulkan's full potential.What You Will Learn:- Understand resources management and modern bindless techniques- Get comfortable with how a frame graph works and know its advantages- Explore how to render efficiently with many light sources- Discover how to integrate variable rate shading- Understand the benefits and limitations of temporal anti-aliasing- Get to grips with how GPU-driven rendering works- Explore and leverage ray tracing to improve render qualityWho this book is for:This book is for professional graphics and game developers who want to gain in-depth knowledge about how to write a modern and performant rendering engine in Vulkan. Familiarity with basic concepts of graphics programming (i.e. matrices, vectors, etc.) and fundamental knowledge of Vulkan are required.Table of Contents- Introducing the Raptor Engine and Hydra- Improving Resources Management- Unlocking Multi-Threading- Implementing a Frame Graph- Unlocking Async Compute- GPU-Driven Rendering- Rendering Many Lights with Clustered Deferred Rendering- Adding Shadows Using Mesh Shaders- Implementing Variable Rate Shading- Adding Volumetric Fog- Temporal Anti-Aliasing- Getting Started with Ray Tracing- Revisiting Shadows with Ray Tracing- Adding Dynamic Diffuse Global Illumination with Ray Tracing- Adding Reflections with Ray Tracing

Acquire hands-on knowledge and technical skills for designing and developing aesthetically appealing, interactive devices using ESP32, Arduino, and SNAP circuits with M5Stack CoreKey Features:Learn ESP32 microcontroller and M5Stack Core development platform with hands-on projectsCreate aesthetically appealing visuals for technology engagement using the M5Stack Core deviceBuild interactive devices using Arduino and SNAP circuits with the M5Stack Core development platformBook Description:As an embedded systems developer or an IoT developer, you can often face challenges in maintaining focus on prototyping a product concept while using a specific high-level programming language for implementation. To overcome these challenges, the M5Stack Core platform uses an ESP32 microcontroller and block code that allows you to focus on product creation and application instead of the high-level programming language. M5Stack Electronics Blueprints presents various design and prototyping approaches as well as UI layout and electronics interfacing techniques that will help you to become skilled in developing useful products effectively.This book takes you through a hands-on journey for a better understanding of the ESP32 microcontroller and the M5Stack Core's architecture. You'll delve into M5Stack Core topics such as electronic units, light, sound, motion devices, interfacing circuits, SNAP circuit kits, Arduino applications, and building Bluetooth and Wi-Fi IoT devices. Further, you'll explore various M5Stack core applications using a project-based learning method, including the fascinating 32-bit microcontroller device technology.By the end of this book, you'll be able to design and build interactive, portable electronic controllers, IoT, and wearable devices using the M5Stack Core.What You Will Learn:Design user interfaces using no-code/low code programming languagesPrototype electronic controllers for audio alarms swiftlyWire an M5Stack Core 2 to an Arduino Uno or equivalent to build a touch control relay controllerPrototype Bluetooth IoT controllers efficientlyBuild and code Wi-Fi sniffers and scanner gadgetsPrototype wearable devices with easeCreate ESP32 applications using system block diagram designBuild a DC motor controller operated by a M5Stack Core unitWho this book is for:This book is for practicing embedded systems and IoT developers, electronics and automation technicians, STEM technical educators, students, and hobbyists looking to learn about the ESP32 microcontroller and M5Stack technologies. There is no prerequisite - apart from a desire to learn about ESP32-based electronics and interactive devices, then this book is for you.

Build a blue team for efficient cyber threat management in your organizationKey Features:Explore blue team operations and understand how to detect, prevent, and respond to threatsDive deep into the intricacies of risk assessment and threat managementLearn about governance, compliance, regulations, and other best practices for blue team implementationBook Description:We've reached a point where all organizational data is connected through some network. With advancements and connectivity comes ever-evolving cyber threats - compromising sensitive data and access to vulnerable systems. Cybersecurity Blue Team Strategies is a comprehensive guide that will help you extend your cybersecurity knowledge and teach you to implement blue teams in your organization from scratch.Through the course of this book, you'll learn defensive cybersecurity measures while thinking from an attacker's perspective. With this book, you'll be able to test and assess the effectiveness of your organization's cybersecurity posture. No matter the medium your organization has chosen- cloud, on-premises, or hybrid, this book will provide an in-depth understanding of how cyber attackers can penetrate your systems and gain access to sensitive information. Beginning with a brief overview of the importance of a blue team, you'll learn important techniques and best practices a cybersecurity operator or a blue team practitioner should be aware of. By understanding tools, processes, and operations, you'll be equipped with evolving solutions and strategies to overcome cybersecurity challenges and successfully manage cyber threats to avoid adversaries.By the end of this book, you'll have enough exposure to blue team operations and be able to successfully set up a blue team in your organization.What You Will Learn:Understand blue team operations and its role in safeguarding businessesExplore everyday blue team functions and tools used by themBecome acquainted with risk assessment and management from a blue team perspectiveDiscover the making of effective defense strategies and their operationsFind out what makes a good governance programBecome familiar with preventive and detective controls for minimizing riskWho this book is for:This book is for cybersecurity professionals involved in defending an organization's systems and assets against attacks. Penetration testers, cybersecurity analysts, security leaders, security strategists, and blue team members will find this book helpful. Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) looking at securing their organizations from adversaries will also benefit from this book. To get the most out of this book, basic knowledge of IT security is recommended.

Use the Rust programming language to build fully functional web applications with async Rust to amplify security and boost the performance of your programsKey Features:Work with cutting-edge web techniques such as distroless Rust servers, Terraform, and AWS deploymentGet acquainted with async concepts such as actors and queuing tasks using lower-level frameworks like TokioBuild a full web application in Rust with a database, authentication, and frontendBook Description:Are safety and high performance a big concern for you while developing web applications?With this practical Rust book, you'll discover how you can implement Rust on the web to achieve the desired performance and security as you learn techniques and tooling to build fully operational web apps.In this second edition, you'll get hands-on with implementing emerging Rust web frameworks, including Actix, Rocket, and Hyper. It also features HTTPS configuration on AWS when deploying a web application and introduces you to Terraform for automating the building of web infrastructure on AWS. What's more, this edition also covers advanced async topics. Built on the Tokio async runtime, this explores TCP and framing, implementing async systems with the actor framework, and queuing tasks on Redis to be consumed by a number of worker nodes. Finally, you'll go over best practices for packaging Rust servers in distroless Rust Docker images with database drivers, so your servers are a total size of 50Mb each.By the end of this book, you'll have confidence in your skills to build robust, functional, and scalable web applications from scratch.What You Will Learn:Structure and build scalable Rust web apps by creating a basic to-do list web appManage authentication and databases in Rust web applicationsGet to grips with wrapping web applications in distrolessUnderstand the building blocks of web development such as HTTPS, TCP, and middlewareBuild app infrastructure on AWS using Terraform with databases, servers, load balancers, HTTPS, and URL routingBuild end-to-end tests using PostmanBuild async systems implementing the actor model using TokioWho this book is for:This Rust programming book is for web developers who want to learn and implement Rust to build web applications. Developers familiar with languages such as Python, Ruby, and JS will be able to use this book to build high performant web apps with Rust.Although no prior experience in Rust is necessary, a solid understanding of web development principles, along with basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, is necessary to get the most out of this book.

Implement effective cybersecurity strategies to help you and your security team protect, detect, and respond to modern-day threatsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesProtect your organization from cybersecurity threats with field-tested strategiesUnderstand threats such as exploits, malware, internet-based threats, and governmentsMeasure the effectiveness of your organization's current cybersecurity program against modern attackers' tacticsBook DescriptionTim Rains is Microsoft's former Global Chief Security Advisor and Amazon Web Services' former Global Security Leader for Worldwide Public Sector. He has spent the last two decades advising private and public sector organizations all over the world on cybersecurity strategies.Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies, Second Edition builds upon the success of the first edition that has helped so many aspiring CISOs, and cybersecurity professionals understand and develop effective data-driven cybersecurity strategies for their organizations. In this edition, you'll examine long-term trends in vulnerability disclosures and exploitation, regional differences in malware infections and the socio-economic factors that underpin them, and how ransomware evolved from an obscure threat to the most feared threat in cybersecurity. You'll also gain valuable insights into the roles that governments play in cybersecurity, including their role as threat actors, and how to mitigate government access to data. The book concludes with a deep dive into modern approaches to cybersecurity using the cloud.By the end of this book, you will have a better understanding of the threat landscape, how to recognize good Cyber Threat Intelligence, and how to measure the effectiveness of your organization's cybersecurity strategy.What you will learnDiscover enterprise cybersecurity strategies and the ingredients critical to their successImprove vulnerability management by reducing risks and costs for your organizationMitigate internet-based threats such as drive-by download attacks and malware distribution sitesLearn the roles that governments play in cybersecurity and how to mitigate government access to dataWeigh the pros and cons of popular cybersecurity strategies such as Zero Trust, the Intrusion Kill Chain, and othersImplement and then measure the outcome of a cybersecurity strategyDiscover how the cloud can provide better security and compliance capabilities than on-premises IT environmentsWho this book is forThis book is for anyone who is looking to implement or improve their organization's cybersecurity strategy. This includes Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), Chief Security Officers (CSOs), compliance and audit professionals, security architects, and cybersecurity professionals. Basic knowledge of Information Technology (IT), software development principles, and cybersecurity concepts is assumed.Table of ContentsIntroductionWhat to Know About Threat IntelligenceUsing Vulnerability Trends to Reduce Risk and CostsThe Evolution of MalwareInternet-Based ThreatsThe Roles Governments Play in CybersecurityGovernment access to dataIngredients for a Successful Cybersecurity StrategyCybersecurity StrategiesStrategy ImplementationMeasuring Performance and EffectivenessModern Approaches to Security and Compliance

A pragmatic handbook on IoT technologies and markets that will guide you in implementing cellular IoT solutions as part of an enterprise's digital transformation affecting both operational cost savings and new business models.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format.Key Features:Understand all the critical aspects of a cellular IoT solution with this practical guideIdentify key enterprise IoT market requirements and IoT business casesDevelop robust end-to-end cellular IoT solutions with the help of best practices and case studiesBook Description:Even if you're an IoT technology manager with a sound understanding of wireless local area network technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, you may face many unique challenges when implementing a wireless wide area network (WWAN) IoT solution with cellular technologies with respect to choosing the optimal IoT device, cellular connectivity, and architecture. To help you overcome such roadblocks, this digital transformation book guides you in implementing a robust, end-to-end cellular IoT solution using best practices for all aspects of managing the IoT solution.Starting with an introduction to the top IoT markets and solutions in the context of an enterprise's digital transformation, this book will show you how this leads to cost savings and new business models. You'll grasp all you need to know about the IoT system components, life cycle, and best practices for implementing an IoT solution. While the book explains all the leading IoT wireless technologies, the focus is on LTE and 5G cellular technologies. With a review of real-world cellular IoT solution case studies and future IoT trends, you'll be ready to work with wireless IoT technologies, devices, and architectures.By the end of this book, you'll be able to identify the best wireless technologies for your IoT use cases and successfully implement cellular IoT solutions addressing key issues in the solution life cycle.What You Will Learn:Understand how IoT enables an enterprise's digital transformationDiscover the applications of various IoT wireless technologiesExplore IoT devices, architectures, and real-world use casesDive deep into LTE and 5G cellular technologies and how they enable IoTBuild a privacy and security framework in an IoT solutionSelect the best components for a cellular IoT enterprise solutionOvercome challenges in the IoT solution life cycleExamine new cellular IoT technologies, trends, and business modelsWho this book is for:This book is for IoT technology managers, leaders, C-suite executives, and decision-makers considering or currently developing IoT solutions based on wireless/cellular technologies such as LTE and 5G. You'll be able to make the most of this book if you understand the importance of IoT connectivity in the context of its applications.

Explore the sysadmin features and architecture of ChromeOS to master its local and cloud-based administrative tools and capabilitiesKey Features:Get a complete overview of using ChromeOS as a powerful system admin toolGet hands-on experience working with Google's administration platformLearn about centralized management of resources as the hallmark of enterprise system administrationBook Description:Google's ChromeOS provides a great platform for technicians, system administrators, developers, and casual users alike, providing a seemingly simplistic architecture that is easy enough for a novice user to begin working with. However, beneath the surface, this operating system boasts a plethora of powerful tools, able to rival any other OS on the market. So, learning how to harness the full potential of the OS is critical for you as a technical worker and user to thrive at your workplace. ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide will help you reap the benefits of all features of ChromeOS.This book explains ChromeOS' unique architecture and its built-in tools that perform essential tasks such as managing user accounts, working with data, and launching applications. As you build your foundational knowledge of the OS, you'll be exposed to higher-level concepts such as security, command line, and enterprise management.By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to perform a range of system administration tasks within ChromeOS without requiring an alternative operating system, thereby broadening your options as a technician, system administrator, developer, or engineer.What You Will Learn:Install, update, and configure ChromeOS on standalone devicesManage Google's cloud-based applications and resources effectivelyImplement key networking and security features to protect your architecture from cyber threatsUnderstand common troubleshooting and disaster recovery techniquesMigrate data from other platforms to Google Workspace efficientlyPerform administrative tasks and run Linux scripts with Chrome ShellManage your enterprise from the Google Workspace Admin ConsoleWho this book is for:This book is for you if you want to become a system administrator, developer, or engineer, and are looking to explore ChromeOS architecture all while expanding your knowledge of administration tools and techniques. Basic knowledge of system administration is required.

Get to grips with the latest container examples, Python 3 features, GitLab DevOps, network data analysis, and cloud networking to get the most out of Python for network engineering with the latest edition of this bestselling guidePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key Features:Explore the power of the latest Python libraries and frameworks to tackle common and complex network problems efficiently and effectivelyUse Python and other open source tools for Network DevOps, automation, management, and monitoringUse Python 3 to implement advanced network-related featuresBook Description:Networks in your infrastructure set the foundation for how your application can be deployed, maintained, and serviced. Python is the ideal language for network engineers to explore tools that were previously available to systems engineers and application developers. In Mastering Python Networking, Fourth edition, you'll embark on a Python-based journey to transition from traditional network engineers to network developers ready for the next-generation of networks.This new edition is completely revised and updated to work with the latest Python features and DevOps frameworks. In addition to new chapters on introduction to Docker containers and Python 3 AsyncIO for network engineers, each chapter is updated with the latest libraries with working examples to ensure compatibility and understanding of the concepts.Starting with a basic overview of Python, the book teaches you how it can interact with both legacy and API-enabled network devices. You will learn to leverage high-level Python packages and frameworks to perform network automation tasks, monitoring, management, and enhanced network security, followed by AWS and Azure Cloud networking. You will use Git for code management, GitLab for continuous integration, and Python-based testing tools to verify your network.What You Will Learn:Use Python to interact with network devicesUnderstand Docker as a tool that you can use for the development and deploymentUse Python and various other tools to obtain information from the networkLearn how to use ELK for network data analysisUtilize Flask and construct high-level API to interact with in-house applicationsDiscover the new AsyncIO feature and its concepts in Python 3Explore Test-Driven Development concepts and use PyTest to drive code test coverageUnderstand how GitLab can be used with DevOps practices in networkingWho this book is for:Mastering Python Networking, Fourth edition is for network engineers, developers, and SREs who want to learn Python for network automation, programmability, monitoring, cloud, and data analysis. Network engineers who want to transition from manual to automation-based networks using the latest DevOps tools will also get a lot of useful information from this book.Basic familiarity with Python programming and networking-related concepts such as Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) will be helpful in getting the most out of this book.

Become an accomplished motion designer, animator, and interactive content producer with the help of expert-led materialKey Features:Produce rich motion graphics and interactive animations for multiple platforms by exploring the Adobe Animate ecosystemGet acquainted with the key features and enhancements in the latest Adobe Animate release such as depth, layering, and object warpingTake your Adobe Animate projects to the next level with creative workflows using diverse animation techniquesBook Description:Adobe Animate is a platform-agnostic asset creation application that enables you to create motion design and vector animations while facilitating interactivity across other Adobe software such as After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator. This book comes packed with explanations of essential concepts and step-by-step walk-throughs of practical examples, guiding you in using Animate to create immersive experiences and breaking the walls of creative limitations.In this third edition, you'll begin by getting up to speed with the features of Adobe Animate. You'll learn how to set up Animate as a creative platform and explore the enhancements introduced in its most recent versions. The book will show you how to consume and produce media assets for different platforms through the publish and export workflows. You'll explore advanced rigging workflows and discover how to create more dynamic animations with complex depth and movement techniques. As the book demonstrates different ways of channeling your creativity through Animate, you'll be able to build projects such as games, virtual reality experiences, generative art, and apps for various platforms. Finally, this graphic design book covers the different methods used to extend the software to meet various user requirements.By the end of this book, you'll be able to produce a variety of media assets, motion graphic designs, animated artifacts, and interactive content pieces for platforms such as HTML5 Canvas, WebGL, and mobile devices.What You Will Learn:Gain an understanding of Adobe Animate foundations and new featuresUnderstand how to publish and export rich media content to various platformsFind out how to use advanced layering and rigging techniques to create engaging motion contentExplore how to create dynamic motions using variable layer depth techniquesDevelop web-based games, generative art, virtual reality experiences, and multiplatform mobile applicationsMake the most of Animate with extensions, application-level scripting, and the creation of custom-integrated tutorialsWho this book is for:This book is for web, graphic, and motion design professionals with basic experience in animation who want to take their existing skills to the next level. A clear understanding of fundamental animation concepts will help you to get the most out of this book and produce impressive results.

Make the most of Splunk 9.x to build insightful reports and dashboards with a detailed walk-through of its extensive features and capabilitiesKey Features:Be well-versed with the Splunk 9. x architecture, installation, onboarding, and indexing data featuresCreate advanced visualizations using the Splunk search processing languageExplore advanced Splunk administration techniques, including clustering, data modeling, and container managementBook Description:Splunk 9 improves on the existing Splunk tool to include important features such as federated search, observability, performance improvements, and dashboarding. This book helps you to make the best use of the impressive and new features to prepare a Splunk installation that can be employed in the data analysis process.Starting with an introduction to the different Splunk components, such as indexers, search heads, and forwarders, this Splunk book takes you through the step-by-step installation and configuration instructions for basic Splunk components using Amazon Web Services (AWS) instances. You'll import the BOTS v1 dataset into a search head and begin exploring data using the Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL), covering various types of Splunk commands, lookups, and macros. After that, you'll create tables, charts, and dashboards using Splunk's new Dashboard Studio, and then advance to work with clustering, container management, data models, federated search, bucket merging, and more.By the end of the book, you'll not only have learned everything about the latest features of Splunk 9 but also have a solid understanding of the performance tuning techniques in the latest version.What You Will Learn:Install and configure the Splunk 9 environmentCreate advanced dashboards using the flexible layout options in Dashboard StudioUnderstand the Splunk licensing modelsCreate tables and make use of the various types of charts available in Splunk 9.xExplore the new configuration management featuresImplement the performance improvements introduced in Splunk 9.xIntegrate Splunk with Kubernetes for optimizing CI/CD managementWho this book is for:The book is for data analysts, Splunk users, and administrators who want to become well-versed in the data analytics services offered by Splunk 9. You need to have a basic understanding of Splunk fundamentals to get the most out of this book.

Fully build and productionize end-to-end machine learning solutions using Azure Machine Learning ServiceKey Features:Automate complete machine learning solutions using Microsoft AzureUnderstand how to productionize machine learning modelsGet to grips with monitoring, MLOps, deep learning, distributed training, and reinforcement learningBook Description:Data scientists working on productionizing machine learning (ML) workloads face a breadth of challenges at every step owing to the countless factors involved in getting ML models deployed and running. This book offers solutions to common issues, detailed explanations of essential concepts, and step-by-step instructions to productionize ML workloads using the Azure Machine Learning service. You'll see how data scientists and ML engineers working with Microsoft Azure can train and deploy ML models at scale by putting their knowledge to work with this practical guide.Throughout the book, you'll learn how to train, register, and productionize ML models by making use of the power of the Azure Machine Learning service. You'll get to grips with scoring models in real time and batch, explaining models to earn business trust, mitigating model bias, and developing solutions using an MLOps framework.By the end of this Azure Machine Learning book, you'll be ready to build and deploy end-to-end ML solutions into a production system using the Azure Machine Learning service for real-time scenarios.What You Will Learn:Train ML models in the Azure Machine Learning serviceBuild end-to-end ML pipelinesHost ML models on real-time scoring endpointsMitigate bias in ML modelsGet the hang of using an MLOps framework to productionize modelsSimplify ML model explainability using the Azure Machine Learning service and Azure InterpretWho this book is for:Machine learning engineers and data scientists who want to move to ML engineering roles will find this AMLS book useful. Familiarity with the Azure ecosystem will assist with understanding the concepts covered.

Build apps for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows using Microsoft's .NET Multi-platform App UI and BlazorKey Features:Get familiar with Microsoft's UI toolkit to build amazing interfaces for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOSBuild a cross-platform password manager based on the famous Windows app, KeePassExplore .NET MAUI development and Hybrid app development using BlazorBook Description:An evolution of Xamarin.Forms, .NET Multi-platform App UI (.NET MAUI) is a cross-platform framework for creating native mobile and desktop apps with C# and XAML. Using .NET MAUI, you can develop apps that'll run on Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows from a single shared code-base. This step-by-step guide provides a comprehensive introduction to those who are new to .NET MAUI that will have you up to speed with app development using .NET MAUI in no time.The book begins by showing you how to develop a cross-platform application using .NET MAUI and then helps you build an app throughout the chapters. You'll gain all the knowledge needed to create a cross-platform application for Android, iOS, the mac OS, and Windows from a single shared code-base using .NET MAUI. As you advance, you'll get to grips with the entire application development lifecycle, from design and implementation through to deployment to the app store through the development of a password manager app using KeePassLib. The concluding chapters will teach you how to integrate the latest frontend technology into your app through .NET MAUI Blazor.By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to develop your own cross-platform applications using .NET MAUI.What You Will Learn:Discover the latest features of .NET 6 that can be used in mobile and desktop app developmentFind out how to build cross-platform apps with .NET MAUI and BlazorImplement device-specific features using .NET MAUI EssentialsIntegrate third-party libraries and add your own device-specific featuresDiscover .NET class unit test using xUnit.net and Razor components unit test using bUnitDeploy apps in different app stores on mobile as well as desktopWho this book is for:This book is an entry-level .NET MAUI book for mobile developers interested in cross-platform application development with working experience of the .NET Core framework, as well as fresh or junior engineers who've just begun their career in mobile app development. Native application developers (desktop) or Xamarin developers who want to migrate to .NET MAUI will also benefit from this book. Basic knowledge of modern object-oriented programming language, such as C#, Java or Kotlin, is assumed.

Understand test automation and implement it in Web, Mobile, and APIs effectivelyKey Features:Learn how to automate your tests with the help of practical examplesUnderstand how to bridge the gap between testing and test automationExplore test automation strategies for different platformsBook Description:This book helps you build a better understanding of test automation and aids in bridging the gap between testing and test automation.The book has been divided into three sections with the first section focusing on preparing you for testing and test automation fundamentals. By the end of this section, you'll have an understanding of some common automation terms, definitions, and roles. The second section covers the practical implementation of test automation for mobile, web, API and performance. The third section will help you understand how test automation works with CI/CD, and explore the common issues and pitfalls when executing test automation.By the end of this book, you'll have a better understanding of automation, addressing the common pain points and best practices around test automation.What You Will Learn:Gain a solid understanding of test automationUnderstand how automation fits into a test strategyExplore essential design patterns for test automationDesign and implement highly reliable automated testsUnderstand issues and pitfalls when executing test automationDiscover the commonly used test automation tools/frameworksWho this book is for:This book is for manual testers who want to enter the field of test automation and developers who want to learn more about test automation.

Become an expert in Terraform on Google Cloud by using Infrastructure as Code for provisioning multiple yet consistent environments to increase productivity in no timeKey Features:Get up and running with Terraform on Google CloudLearn Terraform concepts using Google Cloud code examplesApply Terraform to deploy realistic multi-tiered architectures quickly and repeatedlyBook Description:Google Cloud has adopted Terraform as the standard Infrastructure as Code tool. This necessitates a solid understanding of Terraform for any cloud architect or engineer working on Google Cloud. Yet no specific resources are available that focus on how to use Terraform on Google Cloud.This is the first book that teaches Terraform specifically for Google Cloud. You will take a journey from the basic concepts through to deploying complex architectures using Terraform. Using extensive code examples, you will receive guidance on how to authenticate Terraform in Google Cloud. As you advance, you'll get to grips with all the essential concepts of the Terraform language as applied to Google Cloud and deploy complete working architectures at the push of a button. Finally, you'll also be able to improve your Terraform workflow using Google Cloud native and third-party tools.By the end of this Terraform book, you will have gained a thorough understanding of Terraform and how to use it on Google Cloud, and be able to develop effective Terraform code, build reusable code, and utilize public domain Terraform modules to deploy on Google Cloud faster and more securely.What You Will Learn:Authenticate Terraform in Google Cloud using multiple methodsWrite efficient Terraform codeUse modules to share Terraform templatesManage multiple environments in Google CloudApply Terraform to deploy multi-tiered architecturesUse public modules to deploy complex architectures quicklyIntegrate Terraform into your Google Cloud environmentWho this book is for:This book is for Google Cloud architects and engineers who want to increase their productivity by using Terraform to automate the provisioning of Google Cloud deployments. A basic understanding of Google Cloud, such as the ability to provision resources using the Google Cloud console and using Cloud Shell, is assumed. Certification in Google Cloud is not required but helpful.

Learn to be deliberate and intentional in your design, technology, and pattern choices when developing an application using a microservices architecture.Key Features:Tackle common design problems when developing a microservices application using .NET CoreExplore applying S.O.L.I.D development principles in developing a stable microservice applicationUse your knowledge to solve common microservice application design challengesBook Description:Are you a developer who needs to fully understand the different patterns and benefits that they bring to designing microservices? If yes, then this book is for you. Microservices Design Patterns in .NET will help you appreciate the various microservice design concerns and strategies that can be used to navigate them.Making a microservice-based app is no easy feat and there are many concerns that need to be addressed. As you progress through the chapters of this guide, you'll dive headfirst into the problems that come packed with this architectural approach, and then explore the design patterns that address these problems. You'll also learn how to be deliberate and intentional in your architectural design to overcome major considerations in building microservices.By the end of this book, you'll be able to apply critical thinking and clean coding principles when creating a microservices application using .NET Core.What You Will Learn:Use Domain-Driven Design principles in your microservice designLeverage patterns like event sourcing, database-per-service, and asynchronous communicationBuild resilient web services and mitigate failures and outagesEnsure data consistency in distributed systemsLeverage industry standard technology to design a robust distributed applicationFind out how to secure a microservices-designed applicationUse containers to handle lightweight microservice application deploymentWho this book is for:If you are a .NET developer, senior developer, software architect, or DevOps engineer who wants to explore the pros and cons, intricacies, and overall implementation of microservice architecture, then this book is for you. You'll also get plenty of useful insights if you're seeking to expand your knowledge of different design patterns and supporting technologies.Basic experience with application and API development with .NET Core (2+) and C# will help you get the most out of this book.

Ensure compliance across the top cloud players by diving into AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud auditing to minimize security risksKey Features:Leverage best practices and emerging technologies to effectively audit a cloud environmentGet better at auditing and unlock career opportunities in cloud audits and complianceExplore multiple assessments of various features in a cloud environment to see how it's doneBook Description:As more and more companies are moving to cloud and multi-cloud environments, being able to assess the compliance of these environments properly is becoming more important. But in this fast-moving domain, getting the most up-to-date information is a challenge-so where do you turn?Cloud Auditing Best Practices has all the information you'll need. With an explanation of the fundamental concepts and hands-on walk-throughs of the three big cloud players, this book will get you up to speed with cloud auditing before you know it.After a quick introduction to cloud architecture and an understanding of the importance of performing cloud control assessments, you'll quickly get to grips with navigating AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud environments. As you explore the vital role an IT auditor plays in any company's network, you'll learn how to successfully build cloud IT auditing programs, including using standard tools such as Terraform, Azure Automation, AWS Policy Sentry, and many more.You'll also get plenty of tips and tricks for preparing an effective and advanced audit and understanding how to monitor and assess cloud environments using standard tools.By the end of this book, you will be able to confidently apply and assess security controls for AWS, Azure, and GCP, allowing you to independently and effectively confirm compliance in the cloud.What You Will Learn:Understand the cloud shared responsibility and role of an IT auditorExplore change management and integrate it with DevSecOps processesUnderstand the value of performing cloud control assessmentsLearn tips and tricks to perform an advanced and effective auditing programEnhance visibility by monitoring and assessing cloud environmentsExamine IAM, network, infrastructure, and logging controlsUse policy and compliance automation with tools such as TerraformWho this book is for:This book is for IT auditors looking to learn more about assessing cloud environments for compliance, as well as those looking for practical tips on how to audit them and what security controls are available to map to IT general computing controls. Other IT professionals whose job includes assessing compliance, such as DevSecOps teams, identity, and access management analysts, cloud engineers, and cloud security architects, will also find plenty of useful information in this book. Before you get started, you'll need a basic understanding of IT systems and a solid grasp of cybersecurity basics.

Go beyond connecting services to understand the unique challenges encountered in industrial environments by building Industrial IoT architectures using AWSPurchase of the print or kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey Features:Understand the key components of IoT Architecture and how it applies to Industry 4.0Walk through extensive examples and solutions across multiple IndustriesLearn how to collect, process, store, and analyse Industrial IoT dataBook Description:When it comes to using the core and managed services available on AWS for making decisions about architectural environments for an enterprise, there are as many challenges as there are advantages. This Industrial IoT book follows the journey of data from the shop floor to the boardroom, identifying goals and aiding in strong architectural decision-making.You'll begin from the ground up, analyzing environment needs and understanding what is required from the captured data, applying industry standards and conventions throughout the process. This will help you realize why digital integration is crucial and how to approach an Industrial IoT project from a holistic perspective. As you advance, you'll delve into the operational technology realm and consider integration patterns with common industrial protocols for data gathering and analysis with direct connectivity to data through sensors or systems. The book will equip you with the essentials for designing industrial IoT architectures while also covering intelligence at the edge and creating a greater awareness of the role of machine learning and artificial intelligence in overcoming architectural challenges.By the end of this book, you'll be ready to apply IoT directly to the industry while adapting the concepts covered to implement AWS IoT technologies.What You Will Learn:Discover Industrial IoT best practices and conventionsUnderstand how to get started with edge computingDefine and build IoT solution architectures from scratchUse AWS as the core of your solution platformApply advanced analytics and machine learning to your dataDeploy edge processing to react in near real time to events within your environmentWho this book is for:This book is for architects, engineers, developers, and technical professionals interested in building an edge and cloud-based Internet of Things ecosystem with a focus on industry solutions. Since the focus of this book is specifically on IoT, a solid understanding of core IoT technologies and how they work is necessary to get started. If you are someone with no hands-on experience, but are familiar with the subject, you'll find the use cases useful to learn how architectural decisions are made.

Modernize your apps, run them in containers on Kubernetes, and understand the business value and the nitty-gritty of the VMware Tanzu portfolio with hands-on instructionsPurchase of the print or kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey Features:Gain insights into the key features and capabilities of distinct VMWare Tanzu productsLearn how and when to use the different Tanzu products for common day-1 and day-2 operationsModernize applications deployed on multi-cloud platforms using DevSecOps best practicesBook Description:As Kubernetes (or K8s) becomes more prolific, managing large clusters at scale in a multi-cloud environment becomes more challenging - especially from a developer productivity and operational efficiency point of view. DevSecOps in Practice with VMware Tanzu addresses these challenges by automating the delivery of containerized workloads and controlling multi-cloud Kubernetes operations using Tanzu tools.This comprehensive guide begins with an overview of the VMWare Tanzu platform and discusses its tools for building useful and secure applications using the App Accelerator, Build Service, Catalog service, and API portal. Next, you'll delve into running those applications efficiently at scale with Tanzu Kubernetes Grid and Tanzu Application Platform. As you advance, you'll find out how to manage these applications, and control, observe, and connect them using Tanzu Mission Control, Tanzu Observability, and Tanzu Service Mesh. Finally, you'll explore the architecture, capabilities, features, installation, configuration, implementation, and benefits of these services with the help of examples.By the end of this VMware book, you'll have gained a thorough understanding of the VMWare Tanzu platform and be able to efficiently articulate and solve real-world business problems.What You Will Learn:Build apps to run as containers using predefined templatesGenerate secure container images from application source codeBuild secure open source backend services container imagesDeploy and manage a Kubernetes-based private container registryManage a multi-cloud deployable Kubernetes platformDefine a secure path to production for Kubernetes-based applicationsStreamline multi-cloud Kubernetes operations and observabilityConnect containerized apps securely using service meshWho this book is for:This book is for cloud platform engineers and DevOps engineers who want to learn about the operations of tools under the VMware Tanzu umbrella. The book also serves as a useful reference for application developers and solutions architects as well as IT leaders who want to understand how business and security outcomes can be achieved using the tools covered in this book. Prior knowledge of containers and Kubernetes will help you get the most out of this book.

Design safe and reliable software for embedded systems and explore the internals of device drivers, RTOS, and TEEKey Features:- Identify and overcome challenges in embedded environments- Understand and implement the steps required to increase the security of IoT solutions- Build safety-critical and memory-safe parallel and distributed embedded systemsBook Description:Embedded Systems Architecture begins with a bird's-eye view of embedded development and how it differs from the other systems that you may be familiar with. This book will help you get the hang of the internal working of various components in real-world systems.You'll start by setting up a development environment and then move on to the core system architectural concepts, exploring system designs, boot-up mechanisms, and memory management. As you progress through the topics, you'll explore the programming interface and device drivers to establish communication via TCP/IP and take measures to increase the security of IoT solutions. Finally, you'll be introduced to multithreaded operating systems through the development of a scheduler and the use of hardware-assisted trusted execution mechanisms.With the help of this book, you will gain the confidence to work with embedded systems at an architectural level and become familiar with various aspects of embedded software development on microcontrollers-such as memory management, multithreading, and RTOS-an approach oriented to memory isolation.What You Will Learn:- Participate in the design and definition phase of an embedded product- Get to grips with writing code for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers- Build an embedded development lab and optimize the workflow- Secure embedded systems with TLS- Demystify the architecture behind the communication interfaces- Understand the design and development patterns for connected and distributed devices in the IoT- Master multitasking parallel execution patterns and real-time operating systems- Become familiar with Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)Who this book is for:If you're a software developer or designer looking to learn about embedded programming, this is the book for you. You'll also find this book useful if you're a beginner or a less experienced embedded programmer on a quest to expand your knowledge on embedded systems.Table of Contents- Embedded Systems- Work Environment and Workflow Optimization- Architectural Patterns- The Boot-Up Procedure- Memory Management- General-Purpose Peripherals- Local Bus Interfaces- Power Management and Energy Saving- Distributed Systems and IoT Architecture- Parallel Tasks and Scheduling- Trusted Execution Environment

Drive development with automated tests and gain the confidence you need to write high-quality softwareKey Features:Get up and running with common design patterns and TDD best practicesLearn to apply the rhythms of TDD - arrange, act, assert and red, green, refactorUnderstand the challenges of implementing TDD in the Java ecosystem and build a planBook Description:Test-driven development enables developers to craft well-designed code and prevent defects. It's a simple yet powerful tool that helps you focus on your code design, while automatically checking that your code works correctly. Mastering TDD will enable you to effectively utilize design patterns and become a proficient software architect.The book begins by explaining the basics of good code and bad code, bursting common myths, and why Test-driven development is crucial. You'll then gradually move toward building a sample application using TDD, where you'll apply the two key rhythms -- red, green, refactor and arrange, act, assert. Next, you'll learn how to bring external systems such as databases under control by using dependency inversion and test doubles. As you advance, you'll delve into advanced design techniques such as SOLID patterns, refactoring, and hexagonal architecture. You'll also balance your use of fast, repeatable unit tests against integration tests using the test pyramid as a guide. The concluding chapters will show you how to implement TDD in real-world use cases and scenarios and develop a modern REST microservice backed by a Postgres database in Java 17.By the end of this book, you'll be thinking differently about how you design code for simplicity and how correctness can be baked in as you go.What You Will Learn:Discover how to write effective test cases in JavaExplore how TDD can be incorporated into crafting softwareFind out how to write reusable and robust code in JavaUncover common myths about TDD and understand its effectivenessUnderstand the accurate rhythm of implementing TDDGet to grips with the process of refactoring and see how it affects the TDD processWho this book is for:This book is for expert Java developers and software architects crafting high-quality software in Java. Test-Driven Development with Java can be picked up by anyone with a strong working experience in Java who is planning to use Test-driven development for their upcoming projects.

Unleash the full potential of the Joomla 4.x series while building powerful, responsive, and state-of-the-art websites with real-world use case scenariosKey Features:Get up and running with all new Joomla 4 features to deliver a rich experience with your websitesEnrich your learning journey while building websites in real time using real-world case studiesCustomize Joomla websites using templates to deliver better user experience to your clientsBook Description:Joomla has been the second-most used open-source content management system for years. It has always had many built-in features, but several of them are not very well-known in the market. This book brings to you all the major features of the Joomla 4.x series that'll enable you to build your own website and CMS on Joomla.The book begins by introducing you to the content management features that represent the hearth of the software and show you how to structure your website content to get the most out of it. You'll also find out how to extend your content with custom fields, go multilingual, and set up your custom workflow. As you advance, you'll learn all about the customization of the website, introducing templates, and child templates and overrides that'll allow you to make your site unique. The concluding chapters will take you through four different case studies, including an online learning system, a B&B booking system, and corporate and editorial websites to see how Joomla has been used in real life to achieve a specific goal for your clients.By the end of this book, you'll be able to confidently build modern websites on Joomla to deliver tailor-made solutions to your clients.What You Will Learn:Build your websites using Joomla 4's enhanced featuresExplore advanced content-handling features like scheduled publishing options, custom fields, and the workflow featureDiscover the search engine optimization features included in Joomla 4Set up your website to handle multiple languages and structure the navigation systemUnderstand the customization features provided by Joomla -- templates, overrides, and child templatesFind out how to use CLI to operate without accessing the CMS backendDesign tailor-made graphics by customizing Joomla templatesWho this book is for:If you are a CMS developer or website designer who knows how to build a website using ready-to-install software, this book is for you. Basic web design knowledge and experience will help you get the most out of this book. If you already know any of the previous versions of Joomla, this book will allow you to discover more about the newer releases. This book will also be beneficial for website holders and managers.

A PHP developer's practical guide to planning, writing, and deploying maintainable and extensible software solutions with automated tests in a well-structured wayKey Features:Learn to organize and translate business requirements into maintainable softwareMinimize regressions and bugs while releasing new features or bug fixesBuild maintainable applications using SOLID principlesBook Description:PHP web developers end up building complex enterprise projects without prior experience in test-driven and behavior-driven development which results in software that's complex and difficult to maintain. This step-by-step guide helps you manage the complexities of large-scale web applications. It takes you through the processes of working on a project, starting from understanding business requirements and translating them into actual maintainable software, to automated deployments.You'll learn how to break down business requirements into workable and actionable lists using Jira. Using those organized lists of business requirements, you'll understand how to implement behavior-driven development (BDD) and test-driven development (TDD) to start writing maintainable PHP code. You'll explore how to use the automated tests to help you stop introducing regressions to an application each time you release code by using continuous integration.By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to start a PHP project, break down the requirements, build test scenarios and automated tests, and write more testable and maintainable PHP code. By learning these processes, you'll be able to develop more maintainable, and reliable enterprise PHP applications.What You Will Learn:Understand how to start a software projectDiscover how to use Jira as a tool to organize your tasksExplore when and how to write unit, integration, and functional tests using PHPUnitWrite behavior-driven tests using BehatApply SOLID principles to help you write more testable codeGet the most out of your automated tests by using continuous integrationUse continuous delivery to help you prepare your application for deploymentWho this book is for:This book is for PHP software developers looking to implement TDD and BDD in their projects. An understanding of object-oriented programming is required to get the most out of this book. Professional software development experience will also be beneficial to understand real-life business cases.

Customize your Dynamics 365 customer engagement apps to increase business productivity and customer value at scale using a low-code approachKey Features:Leverage Power Apps and customize Dynamics 365 CE apps to implement advanced business case scenariosCreate automation with Power Automate to empower Dynamics 365 CE users to increase their productivityEasily build bots using Power Virtual Agents for both internal and external use casesBook Description:Extending Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Apps with Low Code helps you gain a comprehensive, practical understanding of how a no-code/low-code project approach works for Dynamics 365 (D365) Customer Engagement (CE). This book covers the most relevant native capabilities for configuration, along with real-world scenarios to showcase the magic of extending D365 CE apps with Power Platform.The book starts by identifying different scenarios and use cases to extend D365 CE apps with a low-code approach. You'll learn about the different capabilities of Dataverse and Power Apps used to extend native applications. Next, you'll discover how to leverage Power Apps, both Canvas apps and model-driven apps, and Power Pages, to build apps and portals around D365 CE processes. You'll also explore Power Automate's capabilities to create or modify business processes, as well as incorporate new processes and automation. As you advance, you'll also discover how Power Virtual Agents can be implemented in D365 CE apps. The book concludes by teaching you to integrate Power BI natively with customer engagement, thus facilitating the construction of advanced reports and dashboards.By the end of this book, you'll have gained hands-on expertise in customizing CE apps with Power Platform to deliver more scalable and maintainable solutions.What You Will Learn:Leverage the capabilities of Dataverse and Power Apps to extend Dynamics 365 CE native applicationsCreate Canvas and model-driven apps on top of Dynamics 365 CE applicationsIntegrate AI Builder capabilities with Dynamics 365 CE for advanced solutionsCreate automation with business process flow, cloud flows, and classic workflowsDeploy a chatbot and integrate it with Dynamics 365 CE processesEmbed Power BI dashboards and reports in Dynamics 365 CE appsWho this book is for:¿This book is for Dynamics 365 developers, solutions architects, technical functional consultants, and pre-sales architects working on Dynamics 365 customer engagement who want to customize and extend their customer engagement apps with the power of low-code/no-code technology, and gain practical experience in using Power Platform components to deliver scalable, maintainable, and intelligent solutions to their clients. Working knowledge of Dynamics 365 and basic knowledge of low-code/no-code technology will help you get the most out of this book.

Unleash creativity in your next video editing project using Filmora, with key images printed in color to help you create videos of all genresKey Features:Learn how to create an animated intro from scratchEnhance videos with more than 800 stunning effects, animations, advanced filters, and much moreUse filters, transitions, and titles to make videos funBook Description:Whether you want to create short films, YouTube videos, music videos, or videos for any social event, Filmora is a powerful, innovative, and user-friendly video editing software that you can use for all this and much more!Filmora Efficient Editing is a comprehensive introduction for those who are new to video editing as well as those looking to transition to Filmora. The book starts by helping you develop an understanding of video editing and Filmora's interface and gradually takes you through adding sources and exporting your first project. Next, you'll learn how to make your videos engaging and fun using audio, personalization, the split-screen function, and Chroma keys. You'll understand how to plan as well as create your videos using Filmora from scratch. With simplified concepts, steps, and real-world editing examples, this book covers applications such as YouTube, animated intros, professional marketing videos, and industry-standard tips.By the end of this video editing book, you'll have learned how to use Filmora's powerful tools and functionality to create high-quality and professional videos from scratch.What You Will Learn:Navigate Filmora's interface with easeAdd and manipulate audio using audio tracksCreate high-quality professional videos with advanced features in FilmoraUse split screens and Chroma keys to create movie magicCreate a gaming video and add humor to itUnderstand career prospects in the world of video editingWho this book is for:This book is for novice video editors looking to create YouTube videos or promotional videos for products or events, or someone looking to use Filmora in a professional setup. This book majorly focuses on the Windows OS, however, key bindings for Mac are also provided as Filmora works the same for Android and iOS. To get started with this book, all you need is a computer and the Filmora 11 software.

Discover everything you need to get started with Canva, create a brand, and easily design professional-looking graphics to go from zero to pro in no timeKey Features:Organize your business designs using folders and learn to schedule social media content in Canva's own content plannerLearn to create presentations, as well as video and animated social media postsDiscover the features of Canva to help you save time, including the brand kit, quick create and templatesBook Description:If you're constantly frustrated by how long it takes to create a design in Canva, then you've come to the right place. This book will get you up and running quickly with creating professional branded graphics in Canva.You'll learn how to set up a Canva account, both free and pro and create a brand kit while understanding the importance of branding. Next, you'll discover all the features and tools as well as how to put everything together to build a brand you love and graphics that work for your business. As you progress, the chapters will show you how to organize your account, create presentations, use videos and animation within your marketing materials and more.By the end of this book, you'll have a solid understanding of what Canva is and what it does and be able to confidently and easily create a branded design from scratch.What You Will Learn:Understand the fundamental capabilities and features of CanvaCreate a brand kit and understand what makes a good brandDevelop effective graphics to aid in increasing visibility on social media platformsFollow step-by-step tutorials to create stunning designsCreate a branded logo and learn about trademark and copyright guidelinesDiscover a world of color combinations, contrasts, and meanings for your brandExplore the fundamental design principlesUse videos, animation, and sounds in social graphics for your designsWho this book is for:This book is for aspiring designers, social media managers, VAs, service-based businesses and solopreneurs with basic experience in Canva, who are looking to advance in a new skill, while creating their brand and perfecting their social and marketing materials on a budget. A basic understanding of Canva, including setting up a free Canva account, creating a basic design using a template, adding images and text boxes and changing the color of fonts will be helpful but not essential.

Use modern Python libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn and popular machine learning and deep learning methods to solve financial modeling problemsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey FeaturesExplore unique recipes for financial data processing and analysis with PythonApply classical and machine learning approaches to financial time series analysisCalculate various technical analysis indicators and backtest trading strategiesBook DescriptionPython is one of the most popular programming languages in the financial industry, with a huge collection of accompanying libraries. In this new edition of the Python for Finance Cookbook, you will explore classical quantitative finance approaches to data modeling, such as GARCH, CAPM, factor models, as well as modern machine learning and deep learning solutions.You will use popular Python libraries that, in a few lines of code, provide the means to quickly process, analyze, and draw conclusions from financial data. In this new edition, more emphasis was put on exploratory data analysis to help you visualize and better understand financial data. While doing so, you will also learn how to use Streamlit to create elegant, interactive web applications to present the results of technical analyses.Using the recipes in this book, you will become proficient in financial data analysis, be it for personal or professional projects. You will also understand which potential issues to expect with such analyses and, more importantly, how to overcome them.What you will learnPreprocess, analyze, and visualize financial dataExplore time series modeling with statistical (exponential smoothing, ARIMA) and machine learning modelsUncover advanced time series forecasting algorithms such as Meta's ProphetUse Monte Carlo simulations for derivatives valuation and risk assessmentExplore volatility modeling using univariate and multivariate GARCH modelsInvestigate various approaches to asset allocationLearn how to approach ML-projects using an example of default predictionExplore modern deep learning models such as Google's TabNet, Amazon's DeepAR and NeuralProphetWho this book is forThis book is intended for financial analysts, data analysts and scientists, and Python developers with a familiarity with financial concepts. You'll learn how to correctly use advanced approaches for analysis, avoid potential pitfalls and common mistakes, and reach correct conclusions for a broad range of finance problems.Working knowledge of the Python programming language (particularly libraries such as pandas and NumPy) is necessary.Table of ContentsAcquiring Financial DataData PreprocessingVisualizing Financial Time SeriesExploring Financial Time Series DataTechnical Analysis and Building Interactive DashboardsTime Series Analysis and ForecastingMachine Learning-Based Approaches to Time Series ForecastingMulti-Factor ModelsModelling Volatility with GARCH Class ModelsMonte Carlo Simulations in FinanceAsset AllocationBacktesting Trading StrategiesApplied Machine Learning: Identifying Credit DefaultAdvanced Concepts for Machine Learning ProjectsDeep Learning in Finance

Build Java web apps without wasting any time with this third edition of the best-selling Spring Boot guide for beginners, updated and enhanced with defining features of Spring Boot 3Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook PDFKey FeaturesLearn Spring Boot in a cohesive manner with this practical guide by a core Spring contributorDiscover popular Java developer tools such as GraalVM native images, serving up JSON, and moreBuild secure, scalable, and manageable web applications from zero to productionBook DescriptionSpring Boot 3 brings more than just the powerful ability to build secure web apps on top of a rock-solid database. It delivers new options for testing, deployment, Docker support, and native images for GraalVM, along with ways to squeeze out more efficient usage of existing resources.This third edition of the bestseller starts off by helping you build a simple app, and then shows you how to secure, test, bundle, and deploy it to production. Next, you'll familiarize yourself with the ability to go "native" and release using GraalVM. As you advance, you'll explore reactive programming and get a taste of scalable web controllers and data operations. The book goes into detail about GraalVM native images and deployment, teaching you how to secure your application using both routes and method-based rules and enabling you to apply the lessons you've learned to any problem. If you want to gain a thorough understanding of building robust applications using the core functionality of Spring Boot, then this is the book for you.By the end of this Spring Boot book, you'll be able to build an entire suite of web applications using Spring Boot and deploy them to any platform you need.What you will learnCreate powerful, production-grade web applications with minimal fussSupport multiple environments with one artifact, and add production-grade support with featuresFind out how to tweak your Java apps through different propertiesEnhance the security model of your appsMake use of enhancing features such as native deployment and reactive programming in Spring BootBuild anything from lightweight unit tests to fully running embedded web container integration testsGet a glimpse of reactive programming and decide if it's the right approach for youWho this book is forThis book is for both novices and experienced Spring developers looking to learn how to build applications without wasting time on infrastructure and other tedious details. Working knowledge of the Java programming language is assumed.Table of ContentsCore Features of Spring BootCreating a Web Application with Spring BootQuerying for Data with Spring BootSecuring an Application with Spring BootTesting with Spring BootConfiguring an Application with Spring BootReleasing an Application with Spring BootGoing Native with Spring BootWriting Reactive Web ControllersWorking with Data Reactively