Computer und IT
Microsoft 365 Word For Professionals For Dummies
A BEYOND-THE-BASICS GUIDE TO LEVELING UP YOUR SKILLS IN MICROSOFT WORDMicrosoft 365 Word For Professionals For Dummies is an easy-to-understand guide to the more advanced features available in the Microsoft 365 version of Word. You can enhance the quality of your documents and boost productivity in any field, with this in-depth resource. You'll delve into topics that you may not have encountered in school or on-the-job training, such as collaborating on a document and using Copilot to improve text. Complete your Word-related tasks more efficiently as you unlock lesser-known tools and learn to organize the application so you can quickly access the features you need. You're on your way to becoming a Word superhero, with this fun resource.* Learn advanced formatting and template creation techniques* Work more efficiently with graphics, tables, and other objects* Get a handle on document sharing, reviewing, and collaboration* Automate writing and editing tasks to speed up tedious jobsFor Word users seeking to take their knowledge to the next level, this in-depth guide covers the professional tasks and topics you most need to know. DAN GOOKIN is the bestselling author of Word For Dummies. His previous books have been translated into 32 languages and have sold over 11 million copies. He’s been writing for the For Dummies series for 34 years.
Bluesky For Dummies
THE FIRST AND MOST TRUSTWORTHY GUIDE TO THE HOT NEW SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMBluesky has been taking the social media world by storm. The platform offers users a high degree of control over what information they view and share, abilities they've lost on other platforms. Bluesky For Dummies serves as your guidebook to navigating the new platform. Learn to import your contacts, control your feed, and share content, with easy-to-follow instructions. This book also shows you how to manage who can contact you and access your content, so you can avoid bots, trolls, and other unsavory characters. For business owners, this Dummies guide is a breath of fresh air—learn how to set up Bluesky for your business and enjoy a peaceful and profitable social experience.* Discover how Bluesky differs from the other social media apps out there* Create a profile, make connections, share your content, and build a following* Take control of your social media experience with access and content settings* Connect with users by exploring custom lists and feedsRefugees from other social media sites, as well as social media beginners, can find out what it's like to be social without the downsides, thanks to Bluesky For Dummies.ERIC BUTOW is a professional author and course developer. He is a co-author of Funding a New Business For Dummies, Instagram For Business For Dummies, Instagram For Dummies, and Digital Etiquette For Dummies. REBECCA BOLLWITT is a social media and digital publishing strategist.
Regulierung von Künstlicher Intelligenz in der EU
Dieses E-Book bietet eine praxisorientierte Einführung in die Regulierung von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in der EU. Es vereint theoretisches Wissen mit konkreten Handlungsempfehlungen zur Umsetzung von KI-Standards und Gesetzen, insbesondere im Rahmen des EU AI Acts. Durch eine speziell entwickelte Systematik werden KI-relevante Gesetze und Standards systematisch erfasst und bewertet. Führungskräfte, CISOs und Cybersecurity-Experten erhalten wertvolle Einblicke, wie sie die Vertrauenswürdigkeit von KI-Systemen in ihren Organisationen gewährleisten können. Ein besonderer Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Integration von KI in bestehende Sicherheitsstrukturen sowie der Nutzung bewährter Frameworks.Zum Inhalt: Künstliche Intelligenz – gekommen, um zu bleiben Grundlagen der Vertrauenswürdigkeit von KI Risiken von KI Überblick über laufende KI-Regulierungsinitiativen Gesetzliche Vorgaben in der EU KI-Standards und -Frameworks Das Zusammenspiel von KI und IT-Security Best Practices – Ein Leitfaden zur KI-Governance Vorschläge für KI-Regulierungsansätze des BSI Sektorspezifische Betrachtung von KI-SicherheitSyntheseJordan Pötsch ist Unternehmensberater und Auditor für Cyber Security & Privacy bei PwC Deutschland. Seine Schwerpunkte liegen auf der Regulierung von Künstlicher Intelligenz und deren Einsatz in der Cybersicherheit. Zudem lehrt er Informationssicherheit an der FernUniversität Hagen und anderen Institutionen. Er ist Herausgeber der Buchreihe „Vertrauenswürdige KI“ in Springer Nature.Prof. Dr. Rainer Bernnat ist Senior Partner bei Strategy& und Leiter des Bereichs Government & Public Services bei PwC Deutschland. Er ist Experte für strategische Transformationsprogramme und spielte eine zentrale Rolle bei der Einführung der elektronischen Gesundheitskarte in Deutschland. Zudem ist er Honorarprofessor an der Universität Augsburg und war Mitglied des Vorstands der Initiative D21 und Vizepräsident der Special Olympics Deutschland.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic For Dummies
THE MOST UP-TO-DATE MANUAL FOR USING ADOBE'S GOLD STANDARD PHOTO WORKFLOW SOFTWAREAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic For Dummies is the perfect companion for photographers looking to make the most of this powerhouse software. Lightroom Classic lets you edit, organize, and share large volumes of digital photos, so you can spend less time in front of the computer and more time behind the lens. With this book, you'll learn the program's fundamentals and discover the latest features and updates'including improved Masking tools, AI-based tools, and the new Lens Blur feature. Discover the tools and processes that make the most sense for you, and get pro tips for taking your photos to the next level.* Learn your way around the Lightroom Classic interface* Expertly manage your photo library* Edit and share your photos with confidence* Make your photos even better with new editing toolsThis popular Dummies guide is great for anyone who needs a primer on the essentials of Lightroom Classic for personal or professional use. ROB SYLVAN is a photographer, educator, and author. Rob has created tutorials found within the Lightroom desktop application, is a Canon Product Educator, and teaches at photography conferences such as Adobe MAX, Photoshop World, Lightroom Summit, and more.
SharePoint For Dummies
BECOME A SHAREPOINT POWER USER WITH THIS QUICK-AND-EASY GUIDE TO ITS MANY FEATURESSharePoint For Dummies is your trusted instruction manual as you learn to create sites, upload and manage documents, collaborate with coworkers, and streamline workflows. Updated to include new AI functionality with Copilot, this edition walks you through the steps you'll need to take to customize SharePoint and take advantage of all it has to offer. You'll also learn how to integrate SharePoint with the tools you already use, so it's easy and seamless to make the shift to online file sharing and version control. You can manage who has access to view and edit files, and you can track, automate, and summarize content—all with this powerful Microsoft platform, and SharePoint For Dummies as your guide.* Learn what SharePoint does and discover features that can improve your processes* Integrate Microsoft's AI Copilot to do more with Sharepoint* Customize your SharePoint sites by applying styles and custom layouts* Improve collaboration and boost efficiency with advanced SharePoint featuresThis easy-to-follow book is a must for anyone looking for quick answers to SharePoint questions—whether you have experience with SharePoint or are just getting started. ROSEMARIE WITHEE is a technology professional and the coauthor of the most recent editions of Microsoft Teams For Dummies and Office 365 For Dummies. KEN WITHEE is now part of the Microsoft Azure team. He is a former SharePoint consultant and a coauthor of previous editions of the SharePoint For Dummies series.
Video Game Design For Dummies
LEARN WHAT IT TAKES TO DESIGN A VIDEO GAME, AS A HOBBY OR AS A CAREER!Video Game Design For Dummies teaches you what it takes to design games from concept to completion. You'll learn the theory behind great gaming experiences, and you'll discover tools you can use to bring your game ideas to life. An experienced video game developer teaches you the basics of game design and how to motivate and engage players. Choose the right game engines and design tools for any project and get step-by-step advice on testing and debugging the games you've made. Thinking of pursuing game design as a career path and want to know where to start? This Dummies guide has your back. With this easy-to-understand book, you can dip your toes into the world of video game design and see where it takes you. And if you end up wanting to release your game to the masses, you'll find everything you need to know, right here.* Learn the step-by-step process video game designers use to create great games* Design characters, worlds, and storylines that will keep players engaged* Pick a game engine that's right for you and plan out your game development process* Playtest your video game, then publish it and market it on social mediaThis book is a practical guide for beginners who want to start designing games and want to know exactly where to begin. Design a game from concept to completion, with Video Game Design for Dummies.ALEXIA MANDEVILLE is a co-founder and game designer at Bodeville, an independent studio creating narrative games. She’s an Assistant Professor of Game Design at ArtCenter College of Design, a private university in Pasadena, California. She’s a former Game Designer at Niantic and Meta.
Im Zeitalter der KI: Zwischen Halbwissen und (un)berechtigten Ängsten
Wird Künstliche Intelligenz meinen Job ersetzen? Kann sie kreativ sein? Und wie sicher ist der Einsatz von KI wirklich? Dieses Buch räumt mit Halbwissen auf und gibt eine klare, fundierte Einführung in die Welt der KI. Anschaulich wird erklärt, wie Künstliche Intelligenz funktioniert, wo ihre Grenzen liegen und welche Chancen sie bietet. Wir beleuchten technische Hintergründe, gesellschaftliche Auswirkungen und ethische Fragestellungen. Im zugehörigen Online-Kurs finden Sie zudem spannende Kurzgeschichten und Video-Interviews, welche neue Perspektiven und Denkanstöße bieten. Einleitung und Zielsetzung. Was ist Künstliche Intelligenz?. Wie denkt und spricht eine KI? – Eine Einführung in Large Language Models. Kontext statt Erinnerung: Wie LLMs durch Information gesteuert werden. Was passiert, wenn man einer KI Macht gibt?. Muss ich Angst haben, ersetzt zu werden?. Kann eine KI ein Bewusstsein entwickeln?. Kreativität und Künstliche Intelligenz. Urheberrecht in der KI-Welt – Wem gehören die Ideen?. Fake News und Deepfakes – Wenn die Realität verschwimmt. Abschlussgedanken. MARIO BOCK ist Experte für den vielseitigen Einsatz von KI-Technologien. Mit seinem Hintergrund in Softwareentwicklung und seiner Erfahrung im Marketing schlägt er die Brücke zwischen technologischem Know-how und praxisnaher Verständlichkeit.
30 Minuten KI-Chatbots
Die stille KI-Revolution Wie Text-, Audio- und Videobots Beruf und Alltag verändern Dieses Buch führt ein in die unsichtbare Transformation unserer täglichen Interaktionen, die durch Chat-, Audio- und Videobots ermöglicht wird. Beginnend mit einem verständlichen Crashkurs zu den Grundlagen dieser innovativen Werkzeuge, wird verdeutlicht, wie Bots in unterschiedlichsten Geschäftsbereichen von der Kundenbetreuung über Marketing bis hin zu HR und Rekrutierung eingesetzt werden, um Prozesse zu revolutionieren und messbare Erfolge zu erzielen. Im Alltag erleichtern Bots das Leben durch ihre Anwendung in Smart-Home-Technologien und als persönliche Assistenten. Aber auch die technischen und sozialen Hürden, die Problematik des Datenschutzes und ethische Überlegungen werden dargestellt, ebenso wie die Herausforderung, in einer zunehmend digitalisierten Welt Vertrauen in Bots zu entwickeln. Praktische Anleitungen am Ende des Buches zeigen auf, wie man Bots in sein Unternehmen oder persönliches Umfeld integrieren kann. Dieses Buch ist ein essenzieller Leitfaden für jeden, der verstehen möchte, wie KI-gesteuerte Technologien unseren Alltag revolutionieren werden.
30 Minuten Prompting
KIs mit den richtigen Prompts steuern 30 Minuten Prompting bietet eine kompakte und praxisnahe Einführung in die Kunst des Prompting. Erfahren Sie, wie Sie KI effektiv steuern können, welche Arten und Techniken es gibt und wie Sie Ihre eigene Prompt-Bibliothek aufbauen. Von allgemeinen Tipps und Beispielen bis hin zu fortgeschrittenen Techniken wie Chain-of-Thought und systematischen Prompt-Workflows – dieses Buch deckt alles ab. Mit Anwendungsfällen aus verschiedenen Branchen und Lösungsansätzen für Herausforderungen lernen Sie, Prompts gezielt einzusetzen und KI-Interaktionen zu optimieren. Ideal für alle, die in kurzer Zeit ihre Prompting-Fähigkeiten ausbauen wollen!
Microsoft 365 Excel For Dummies
MAKE EXCEL WORK FOR YOU WITH THIS BRAND NEW GUIDE TO SPREADSHEET ESSENTIALSKnowing a little about Excel is essential for almost every profession. Knowing a lot about Excel makes you one of the most valuable people in the office. Microsoft 365 Excel For Dummies helps you build your spreadsheet skills as it walks you through the basics of creating a spreadsheet, organizing data, performing calculations, and creating charts and graphs in Microsoft's powerful spreadsheet software. This brand new version of the book, written by an Excel guru and expert trainer, helps you develop the skills you need to impress your boss—or just to get things done faster. You'll also get ideas for using Excel to make daily life easier. Ready to become a number cruncher?* Create your first spreadsheet and learn how to enter data* Import data from other sources, sort tables, and organize information* Run basic calculations and get more advanced with functions* Build data visualizations, customize the look of your spreadsheets, and beyondThese days, almost everyone who works with computers needs to have basic knowledge of Excel—and more is usually better. Microsoft 365 Excel For Dummies will help you get there. DAVID H. RINGSTROM, CPA, is the president and owner of Accounting Advisors, Inc. He offers training on Excel and other accounting software to thousands of students and explains the concepts, techniques, and strategies they need to work effectively in Excel. David is also author of QuickBooks Online For Dummies.
Archicad 28
Archicad 28, in Erstauflage aus dem März 2025Dieses Grundlagen- und Lehrbuch zeigt Ihnen anhand typischer Konstruktionsaufgaben aus Studium und Berufsleben die Möglichkeiten von Archicad 28. Der Autor richtet sich dabei insbesondere an Archicad-Neulinge, die Wert auf einen praxisnahen Einstieg legen. Alle Elemente und Befehle erlernen Sie anhand von Beispielen. Sie beginnen mit der Konstruktion eines einfachen Grundrisses, um die generelle Arbeitsweise und die grundlegenden Schritte einzuüben. Dabei lernen Sie die Benutzeroberfläche, die Eingabemöglichkeiten für Koordinaten sowie den Einsatz von Fanghilfen, Fangpunkten und Hilfslinien kennen. Dann demonstriert der Autor die Architektur-Elemente (Wände, Fenster, Eckfenster u.v.m.) im Grundriss und im 3D-Fenster. Weiterhin berücksichtigt er die Möglichkeiten für grafische Überschreibungen und die Regeln für Schichtaufbau und Verschneidungen bei Wänden, Decken, Dächern und Schalen. Zusätzlich wird der HKLSE-Modeler kurz vorgestellt. Ein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Einübung von Bearbeitungsbefehlen, insbesondere der Nutzung von Pet-Paletten, die automatisch durch Markieren von Elementen aktiviert werden und dann ganz spezifische Änderungsaktionen anbieten. In weiteren Bearbeitungsschritten lernen Sie, die Konstruktion durch Hinzufügen von individuellen und automatischen Bemaßungen zu ergänzen sowie Schnitte und Ansichten zu erzeugen. Auch das Vorgehen zum Erstellen und zur Auswahl von Varianten wird beschrieben. Um Ihr Projekt eindrucksvoll zu präsentieren, erstellen Sie schließlich fotorealistische Visualisierungen. Am Ende jedes Kapitels finden Sie Übungsfragen mit dazugehörigen Lösungen im Anhang. Im letzten Kapitel wird abschließend als Beispiel ein Einfamilienhaus mit dokumentierten Befehlseingaben konstruiert. Aus dem Inhalt:Schnelleinstieg mit dokumentiertem BeispielBenutzeroberfläche: Wichtigste Paletten, das Pfeil-Werkzeug und AnsichtsmanipulationenPositionen eingeben: Koordinaten, Tracker, PunkteDynamische Hilfslinien, relative Konstruktionsmethoden2D-ZeichnenWerkzeuge: Wand, Fenster, Tür, Decke, Dach, Schale, Öffnungen, Stützen mit Segmenten, Träger mit Segmenten und Biegung, Freiflächen, Geländer, Treppe mit Kopffreiheit, Fassade mit eigenen Mustern, Morph-Elemente etc.Bearbeitungsfunktionen: Menüs, Kontextmenüs, Pet-PalettenBemaßung, TextZeichnungsstruktur, Raumstempel, ListenSchnitte, Ansichten, Innenansichten, Details, 3D-Dokumente und VariantenmanagementPlot, Druck, grafische ÜberschreibungenRealistische Bilder, Animationen, SonnenstudienÜbersichten über Menüs, Paletten und SymbolleistenPraxisbeispiel: EinfamilienhausÜbungsfragen mit Antworten Autoreninfo:Detlef Ridder hat langjährige Erfahrung im Bereich CAD und bereits zahlreiche Bücher zu AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit und Archicad veröffentlicht. Er gibt Schulungen zu diesen Programmen und zu CNC und weiß daher, welche Themen für Einsteiger besonders wichtig sind.
Umweltinformationssysteme - Digitalisierung für eine nachhaltige Planetare Zukunft
Das Ziel der Workshop-Reihe „Umweltinformationssysteme (UIS)“ ist es, den neuesten Stand von Forschung und Entwicklung auf dem Gebiet der Umweltinformatik (UI) und in umweltbezogenen IT-Anwendungsbereichen vorzustellen und zu diskutieren. Dies umfasst sowohl Konzepte und Anwendungen von UIS als auch Technologien, die moderne UIS unterstützen. Das Buch adressiert alle für UIS-Theorie und -Praxis relevanten Themen wie: Datenerzeugung, Datenbereitstellung, Datenanalyse und Künstliche Intelligenz (KI/AI), Datennutzung und -visualisierung, Vernetzung von Anwendungen, Software Engineering für UIS, Klimawandel und Resilienz.DIGITALE WERKZEUGE UND GIS.- INTEGRATION VON LANDNUTZUNGS- UND LANDBEDECKUNGSDATEN FÜR EIN HOCHAUFGELÖSTES LANDSCHAFTSMODELL.- DIGITALE WERKZEUGE IN DER LANDSCHAFTSARCHITEKTUR UND DER UMWELTPLANUNG – FALLBEISPIELE AUS LEHRE UND FORSCHUNG.- VALIDIERUNG DYNAMISCHER VEGETATIONSMODELLE MIT ÜBER CROWDOURCING ERHOBENEN PHÄNOLOGIEDATEN.- MASCHINELLES LERNEN UND BILDVERARBEITUNG.- DETEKTION VON ECHTEM MEHLTAU AN SALAT (LACTUCA SATIVA L.) MITHILFE HYPERSPEKTRALER BILDDATEN.-SUPER-RESOLUTION-TECHNIKEN IN DER STRUCTURE-FROM-MOTION-BASIERTEN GEBÄUDEREKONSTRUKTION.- DIE INFLATESAR KAMPAGNE – DETEKTION VON FLUCHTBOOTEN MIT SAR.- PROGNOSE VON PEGELSTÄNDEN MIT METHODEN DES MASCHINELLEN LERNENS UND FREI VERFÜGBAREN DATEN.- HERAUSFORDERUNGEN UND ANSÄTZE ZU EINER INFRASTRUKTUR FÜR DIE BREITE NUTZUNG VON MACHINE-LEARNING-VERFAHREN IN DER UMWELTVERWALTUNG.- INNOVATIVE METHODEN FÜR UIS.- NEUEINSTUFUNG AUSGEWÄHLTER GEFAHRSTOFFE HINSICHTLICH DER FÜR DEN BRANDFALL EMPFOHLENEN LÖSCHSCHÄUME.- NACHHALTIGKEIT IN DER WEBGESTALTUNG - EINE ANALYSE VON CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMEN (CMS) UND WEBSEITEN-BUILDERN IN BEZUG AUF ENERGIEEFFIZIENZ.-UMWELTDATENMANAGEMENT MIT DEM TWIN INFORMATION SYSTEM (TWIS) ALS DIGITALER ZWILLING DES ÖKOSYSTEMS.- MODERNE UIS-ANWENDUNGEN FÜR VERWALTUNG UND BEVÖLKERUNG.- NEUENTWICKLUNG DES ABFALLENTSORGUNGSANLAGENKATASTERS IN SACHSEN ABENSA.- INNOVATIONSPROJEKTE IN DER UMWELTVERWALTUNG – MÖGLICHKEITEN UND GRENZEN.- DAS WASSERBLICK-SYSTEM ALS BASIS FÜR EFFIZIENTE DATENFLÜSSE - DAS BEISPIEL DER WASSERRAHMENRICHTLINIE (WRRL).- AUENCHATBOT KARLA.- GAMIFICATION-KONZEPT FÜR MOBILE AUGMENTED REALITY IM KONTEXT EINES NATURLEHRPFADES.
Investing in Revolutions
Take a deep dive into the life cycle of revolutionary technologies. This book is a pivotal read for anyone looking to navigate the burgeoning world of technology investment and serves as a crucial guide for those eager to delve into the complexities and immense potential of emerging technologies like Blockchain, Web3, AI, VR/AR, Quantum computing or Genomics.The book traces the growth journey of these various innovations, offering readers a comprehensive view of how technologies evolve, mature, and potentially (and eventually) transform markets and societies. What makes this book unique is its fusion of forward-looking insights with valuable historical context. It doesn't merely present a roadmap for the future; it anchors its guidance in lessons learned from past tech revolutions. This approach provides a robust framework for understanding not just where technology is heading, but also the why and how behind its trajectory.More than just an investment guide; it's a lens through which you can view the unfolding future of technology. The book offers a balanced view, recognizing the potential pitfalls and hype that often accompany emerging tech, while highlighting the genuine opportunities for creating wealth and driving innovation. Whether you're looking to make your first investment in a tech startup, diversify your portfolio with tech stocks, or simply gain a deeper understanding of how technological innovations shape our world, _Investing in Revolutions_ is an invaluable resource.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN* Identify emerging transformational technologies.* Understand the ecosystem and investment opportunities of these emerging technologies.* Differentiate between overhyped tech fads and technologies with real, sustainable impact.* Examine strategies for investing in the tech space, while carefully balancing the risk-reward equation.* Navigate uncertainties and make calculated decisions to maximize potential returns.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORInvestors, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiastsTal Elyashiv is an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, serial investor, author of the bestseller, _Blockchain Prophecies_, and is the founder and managing partner of SPiCE VC, the best performing blockchain venture capital fund. With a background as a senior executive and change-maker at both Bank of America and Capital One, while also co-founding Securitize, the leading platform for tokenizing real world assets globally, Elyashiv seamlessly combines traditional finance experience with his visionary leadership in deep tech. This unique expertise makes him one of today’s preeminent voices and blue-flame thinkers on how to foresee, understand and capitalize on the emergence and convergence of revolutionary technologies.CHAPTER 1: Understanding the Technology Evolution Cycle Through History.- CHAPTER 2: Identifying the Trends and Spotting the Next Big Wave.- CHAPTER 3: Exponential Growth and the Laws That Drive Innovation.- CHAPTER 4: Inflection Points and the Difference Between Reality and Hype.- CHAPTER 5: The Convergence Effect.- CHAPTER 6: Technology Life Cycles, Waves and Darwinism.- CHAPTER 7: Technology Revolutions’ Cast of Corporate Characters.- CHAPTER 8: Investing in the Quantum Revolution: An Active, Not Passive, Pursuit.- CHAPTER 9: Quantum Revolution Investment Scenario Examples, or Putting Theory to Practice.- EPILOGUE: Embracing the Quantum Revolution – A Historic Opportunity.- APPENDIX A: Sources/Citations.
Creating ChatGPT Apps with JavaScript
Transform your JavaScript expertise through the power of Open AI API models using “Creating ChatGPT Apps with JavaScript.” This book will guide JavaScript developers to build smart applications while providing tangible knowledge of OpenAI’s API for text summarization, creating transcripts from audio files, generating images, and running models locally on your machine.Through hands-on projects and code examples, readers will discover how to build AI-powered apps from scratch, such as using embeddings to train a Discord bot to answer customers’ questions in multiple languages. Readers will also learn to dictate text for writing articles or blogs with a localized integration of Whisper and generate hero images with Dall-E. What’s more, in the final chapter of this book, you’ll be able to maximize productivity by creating a Smart Assistant like Alexa or Siri with JavaScript and the new Raspberry Pi 5.From seasoned developers to newcomers, this book offers something for everyone. Not only will readers learn to build apps with ChatGPT and JavaScript, but they will also learn best practices for prompt engineering. They’ll understand how AI models can enhance workplace efficiency and utilize natural language processing (NLP) to make interactions with applications feel…well, natural. The end result is expert knowledge in leveraging ChatGPT programmatically and incorporating the technology into diverse applications.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:* Gain a deeper understanding of ChatGPT and how OpenAI’s models work, and different ways to implement each of their various features.* Authenticate with ChatGPT and OpenAI’s API and learn to send prompts with best practices with prompt engineering.* Streamline productivity and content creation by leveraging transcription generation for dictation and image generation for creating hero images.* Stay ahead of the game by incorporating different new features of OpenAI’s API and understanding more complex concepts like using GPT-4 to train a Discord bot with an FAQ to assist with multilingual tech support.WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR:This book is written for JavaScript developers and hobbyists that want to use OpenAI and ChatGPT to create intelligent applications and streamline productivity. No prior experience with ChatGPT or OpenAI APIs is required.BRUCE HOPKINS JR. is a JavaScript, Typescript, and Rust developer. He has worked in both R&D and professional capacities with ChatGPT and other LLMs (large language model) such as Meta’s LLama and LLama 2.BRUCE HOPKINS SR. is an accomplished author and technical writer. His focus has been on pioneering research in natural language processing (NLP) and artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in the domain of speech and chatbot applications. He holds the distinguished title of an Intel Innovator for AI and IoT.Chapter 1: Introducing ChatGPT for JavaScript Developers.- Chapter 2: Using ChatGPT as Your JavaScript Pair-Programmer.- Chapter 3: Creating a Basic ChatGPT Client in JavaScript.- Chapter 4: Using AI in the Enterprise! Creating a Text Summarizer for Slack Messages.- Chapter 5: Multimodal AI: Creating a Podcast Visualizer with Whisper and DALL·E 3.- Chapter 6: Creating an Automated Community Manager Bot with Discord and JavaScript.- Chapter 7: Adding Intelligence to our Discord Bots, Part 1: Improving Our Q&A Bot.- Chapter 8: Adding Intelligence to our Discord Bots, Part 2: Improving Our Moderator Bot.
Microsoft 365 Word For Professionals For Dummies
A BEYOND-THE-BASICS GUIDE TO LEVELING UP YOUR SKILLS IN MICROSOFT WORDMicrosoft 365 Word For Professionals For Dummies is an easy-to-understand guide to the more advanced features available in the Microsoft 365 version of Word. You can enhance the quality of your documents and boost productivity in any field, with this in-depth resource. You'll delve into topics that you may not have encountered in school or on-the-job training, such as collaborating on a document and using Copilot to improve text. Complete your Word-related tasks more efficiently as you unlock lesser-known tools and learn to organize the application so you can quickly access the features you need. You're on your way to becoming a Word superhero, with this fun resource.* Learn advanced formatting and template creation techniques* Work more efficiently with graphics, tables, and other objects* Get a handle on document sharing, reviewing, and collaboration* Automate writing and editing tasks to speed up tedious jobsFor Word users seeking to take their knowledge to the next level, this in-depth guide covers the professional tasks and topics you most need to know. DAN GOOKIN is the bestselling author of Word For Dummies. His previous books have been translated into 32 languages and have sold over 11 million copies. He’s been writing for the For Dummies series for 34 years.
Bluesky For Dummies
THE FIRST AND MOST TRUSTWORTHY GUIDE TO THE HOT NEW SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMBluesky has been taking the social media world by storm. The platform offers users a high degree of control over what information they view and share, abilities they've lost on other platforms. Bluesky For Dummies serves as your guidebook to navigating the new platform. Learn to import your contacts, control your feed, and share content, with easy-to-follow instructions. This book also shows you how to manage who can contact you and access your content, so you can avoid bots, trolls, and other unsavory characters. For business owners, this Dummies guide is a breath of fresh air—learn how to set up Bluesky for your business and enjoy a peaceful and profitable social experience.* Discover how Bluesky differs from the other social media apps out there* Create a profile, make connections, share your content, and build a following* Take control of your social media experience with access and content settings* Connect with users by exploring custom lists and feedsRefugees from other social media sites, as well as social media beginners, can find out what it's like to be social without the downsides, thanks to Bluesky For Dummies.ERIC BUTOW is a professional author and course developer. He is a co-author of Funding a New Business For Dummies, Instagram For Business For Dummies, Instagram For Dummies, and Digital Etiquette For Dummies. REBECCA BOLLWITT is a social media and digital publishing strategist.
Die ultimative FRITZ!Box-Bibel! (7. Auflg.)
Das umfassende Buch zum Nachschlagen von Markt+Technik! In der 7. Auflage aus dem März 2025.In der neuesten 7. Auflage des Praxisbuchs zu den Routern des Marktführers AVM bekommen Sie neben einem aktuellen Überblick über die Geräte viele praktische Tipps. Sie richten Ihre FRITZ!Box schnell und sicher ein, konfigurieren Ihr WLAN für die optimale Reichweite, bieten dem Besuch ein eigenes Gast-WLAN an und stellen Mesh-Verbindungen her. Sie setzen die FRITZ!Box als Steuerzentrale für Ihr vernetztes Zuhause ein und nutzen sie für den sicheren Fernzugang von unterwegs ins Heimnetz. Sie erfahren, wie FRITZ!OS Sie bei einem FRITZ!Box-Modellwechsel unterstützt, und lernen die Neuerungen der aktuellen Betriebssystem-Version FRITZ!OS 8 kennen. Die anschaulichen Schrittanleitungen setzen keine Vorkenntnisse voraus, aber auch der erfahrene Anwender findet hilfreiche Hinweise.Über den Autor:Wolfram Gieseke ist langjähriger Windows-Experte und viel gelesener Autor zahlreicher erfolgreicher Bücher zu den Themen Windows-Betriebs-system und Netzwerksicherheit.
API-Design
Schnittstellen-Know-how für die Programmierung - Das Standardwerk zur API-Programmierung - Effektive APIs entwerfen - APIs für professionelle Projekte entwickeln Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) sind allgegenwärtig, denn Softwareentwickler benutzen sie nicht nur ständig, sondern entwerfen sie häufig auch. Dieses Buch bietet erstmals eine umfassende Anleitung für das vielfältige Thema API-Design. Neben theoretischen Konzepten werden zahlreiche praktische Hinweise und Programmbeispiele für Java-APIs gegeben. Remote APIs in Form von RESTful HTTP, GraphQL und Messaging, die für moderne Webanwendungen und andere verteilte Systeme enorm wichtig sind, spielen in diesem Buch ebenfalls eine zentrale Rolle. Aus dem Inhalt: - Entwurf leicht benutzbarer APIs - Kompatibilität und Versionierung - Objektkollaboration, Fluent APIs und Thread-Sicherheit - Dokumentation - Skalierbarkeit, Caching - API-Management Nach der erfolgreichen Lektüre dieses Buches kennen Sie die Grundlagen von APIs und sind in der Lage, objektorientierte APIs für Softwarekomponenten und Remote APIs für verteilte Systeme zu entwerfen. In der dritten Auflage sind u. a. der API-first-Ansatz und Sicherheitsthemen wie Authentifizierung, API-Keys, Distributed Denial of Service (DDos) und Injection-Angriffe hinzugekommen.
Abbildung und Integration von Elementarfaktoren in SAP S/4HANA
Anhand bereichsübergreifend miteinander kontinuierlich integrierte Übungsbeispiele aus den Bereichen Materialwirtschaft, Kostenarten- und Kostenstellenrechnung (Controlling), Produktion und Produktkostenplanung (Controlling) werden die typischesProzessschritte zur Leistungserstellung in SAP S/4HANA dargestellt.Der Leser lernt konkret, wie die drei direkt an der Leistungserstellung beteiligten betriebswirtschaftlichen Produktionsfaktoren (Elementarfaktoren) Werkstoffe, ausführende Arbeit und Betriebsmittel in SAP S/4HANA abgebildet und im Leistungserstellungsprozess miteinander verknüpft werden.ZielgruppeSAP-Anwender in UnternehmenSchulungsleiterDozenten an HochschulenStudierende aus Wirtschaftswissenschaften, Wirtschaftsinformatikoder WirtschaftsingenieurwesenPROF. DR. UDO RIMMELSPACHER, früher Prokurist bei einem führenden internationalen Beratungsunternehmen, ist Professor für Betriebswirtschaftliche Unternehmenssoftware und IT-Consulting an der THI Business School der Technischen Hochschule Ingolstadt, Prozess- und IT-Berater sowie mehrfach zertifizierter SAP-Consultant.Einführung in SAP S/4HANA.- Organisationseinheiten und -strukturen.- Abbildung und Integration der drei Elementarfaktoren: Werkstoffe (Materialien), Ausführende Arbeit und Betriebsmittel.- Zusammenführung der drei Elementarfaktoren zu einem Fertigerzeugnis.
Mastering UltraEdit
This guide to UltraEdit covers the text editor's powerful and flexible functions that go far beyond the functionality of a normal text editor for a breadth of use cases, including text/code editing, web development, system administration, development/programming, remote file editing, data filtering and sorting, and file compare. Even though UltraEdit celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024, very few manuals exist. This book provides a well-founded introduction and exhaustively discusses all UltraEdit’s powerful functions. At the same time, the book is intended to be a solid reference and a bundled compendium for the more than four million UltraEdit customers worldwide.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Know the basic functions and many power functions* Understand the focus of UltraEdit in the areas of programming/development, web development, database management, and system administration, as well as technical writing, editing, and publishing* Get up to speed on functions and capabilities, user interface and program navigation, customization and settings, and windows arrangement and file management* Know the core functions for editing and inserting data* Expand your knowledge with the many view variations, formatting options, and powerful search and replace features an editor can include* Perfect your workflow with many other power functions such as multi-caret editing, column mode, and FTP integrationWHO THIS BOOK IS FORUsers who are familiar with text editors but are frustrated with their limits, or who want to benefit from UltraEdit's long-established power functionsDEVID ESPENSCHIED lives in Berlin, Germany and has been working in software development for more than 30 years. As a freelance author and developer, he has written many articles for IT magazines and programmed his own system diagnostic tool. His previous books include the German-language book, _System Programming with Delphi_.Introduction.- Chapter 1: History of UltraEdit.- Chapter 2: User Interface.- Chapter 3: Program Navigation.- Chapter 4: UI Customization and Options.- Chapter 5: Window Arrangement.- Chapter 6: Basics of File Management.- Chapter 7: Edit, Insert & Columns.- Chapter 8: View, Format & Find.- Chapter 9: More Powerful Functions.- Chapter 10: Further Help.
Microsoft Excel 365 Bible
YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO EXCEL 365, WRITTEN FOR NEWBIES ALL THE WAY TO SEASONED PROFESSIONALSNeatly organised and written using accessible language, Microsoft Excel 365 Bible contains everything that readers need to know to get up and running quickly with Excel. Covering the numerous updates to Excel 365 since the previous edition was published in 2022, this Second Edition contains many useful examples and tips and tricks that cover all essential aspects of Excel—from the basics, such as navigating the user interface, to more advanced topics, such as creating visualisations and crafting custom functions. Written by an accomplished team of authors with decades of Excel and business intelligence experience, this book explores topics including:* Entering and editing worksheet data, with information on data types, formulas, dates, times and other cell contents* Building formulas with Excel table objects, correcting common formula errors and using formula variables* Working with data series, changing basic chart elements and making use of chart customization* Loading data from other sources, performing common transformations and applying conditional logicMicrosoft Excel 365 Bible earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all professionals and individuals seeking to get the most out of Excel 365, from beginners with limited knowledge of the software all the way to advanced users with years of experience under their belts. MICHAEL ALEXANDER is a senior consultant at Slalom Consulting with more than 15 years’ experience in data management and reporting. He is the author of more than a dozen books on business analysis using Microsoft Excel and has been named Microsoft Excel MVP for his contributions to the Excel community. DICK KUSLEIKA has been working with Microsoft Office for more than 20 years. He was formerly a Microsoft MVP, having been awarded 12 consecutive years. Dick has written several books about Excel and Access. Introduction xliPART I: GETTING STARTED WITH EXCEL 1Chapter 1: Introducing Excel 3Chapter 2: Entering and Editing Worksheet Data 29Chapter 3: Performing Basic Worksheet Operations 55Chapter 4: Working with Excel Ranges and Tables 75Chapter 5: Formatting Worksheets 125Chapter 6: Understanding Excel Files and Templates 161Chapter 7: Printing Your Work 181Chapter 8: Customizing the Excel User Interface 203PART II: WORKING WITH FORMULAS AND FUNCTIONS 213Chapter 9: Introducing Formulas and Functions 215Chapter 10: Understanding and Using Array Formulas 251Chapter 11: Using Common Formulas for Math and Dates 273Chapter 12: Using Formulas to Manipulate Text 311Chapter 13: Using Formulas for Conditional Analysis 331Chapter 14: Using Formulas for Matching and Lookups 347Chapter 15: Using Formulas with Conditional Formatting 365Chapter 16: Making Your Formulas Error-Free 379PART III: CREATING CHARTS AND OTHER VISUALIZATIONS 399Chapter 17: Getting Started with Excel Charts 401Chapter 18: Using Advanced Charting Techniques 439Chapter 19: Creating Sparkline Graphics 473Chapter 20: Visualizing with Custom Number Formats and Shapes 487PART IV: MANAGING AND ANALYZING DATA 519Chapter 21: Importing and Cleaning Data 521Chapter 22: Using Data Validation 553Chapter 23: Creating and Using Worksheet Outlines 567Chapter 24: Linking and Consolidating Worksheets 577Chapter 25: Introducing Pivot Tables 597Chapter 26: Analyzing Data with Pivot Tables 619Chapter 27: Performing Spreadsheet What-If Analysis 653Chapter 28: Analyzing Data Using Goal Seeking and Solver 675Chapter 29: Analyzing Data with the Analysis ToolPak 695Chapter 30: Protecting Your Work 707PART V: UNDERSTANDING POWER PIVOT AND POWER QUERY 721Chapter 31: Introducing Power Pivot 723Chapter 32: Working Directly with the Internal Data Model 747Chapter 33: Adding Formulas to Power Pivot 757Chapter 34: Introducing Power Query 787Chapter 35: Transforming Data with Power Query 813Chapter 36: Making Queries Work Together 845Chapter 37: Enhancing Power Query Productivity 861PART VI: AUTOMATING EXCEL 873Chapter 38: Introducing Visual Basic for Applications 875Chapter 39: Creating Custom Worksheet Functions 903Chapter 40: Creating UserForms 917Chapter 41: Using UserForm Controls in a Worksheet 939Chapter 42: Working with Excel Events 953Chapter 43: Creating Custom Excel Add-Ins 967Chapter 44: Office Scripts for Excel 977Index 1009
SAS For Dummies
BECOME DATA-SAVVY WITH THE WIDELY USED DATA AND AI SOFTWAREData and analytics are essential for any business, giving insight into what's working, what can be improved, and what else needs to be done. SAS software helps you make sure you're doing data right, with a host of data management, reporting, and analysis tools. SAS For Dummies teaches you the essentials, helping you navigate this statistical software and turn information into value. In this book, learn how to gather data, create reports, and analyze results. You'll also discover how SAS machine learning and AI can help deliver decisions based on data. Even if you're brand new to data and analytics, this easy-to-follow guide will turn you into an SAS power user.* Become familiar with the most popular SAS applications, including SAS 9 and SAS Viya* Connect to data, organize your information, and adopt sound data security practices* Get a primer on working with data sets, variables, and statistical analysis* Explore and analyze data through SAS programming and rich application interfaces* Create and share graphs interactive visualizations to deliver insightsThis is the perfect Dummies guide for new SAS users looking to improve their skills—in any industry and for any organization size. CHRIS HEMEDINGER is the author of previous editions of SAS For Dummies. He’s also the Director of SAS User Engagement, facilitating the activities of online communities, user groups, tech newsletters, tutorials, and webinars with a focus on SAS software.
Time Series Forecasting Using Generative AI
"_Time Series Forecasting Using Generative AI_ introduces readers to Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) in time series analysis, offering an essential exploration of cutting-edge forecasting methodologies."The book covers a wide range of topics, starting with an overview of Generative AI, where readers gain insights into the history and fundamentals of Gen AI with a brief introduction to large language models. The subsequent chapter explains practical applications, guiding readers through the implementation of diverse neural network architectures for time series analysis such as Multi-Layer Perceptrons (MLP), WaveNet, Temporal Convolutional Network (TCN), Bidirectional Temporal Convolutional Network (BiTCN), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), Deep AutoRegressive(DeepAR), and Neural Basis Expansion Analysis(NBEATS) using modern tools.Building on this foundation, the book introduces the power of Transformer architecture, exploring its variants such as Vanilla Transformers, Inverted Transformer (iTransformer), DLinear, NLinear, and Patch Time Series Transformer (PatchTST). Finally, The book delves into foundation models such as Time-LLM, Chronos, TimeGPT, Moirai, and TimesFM enabling readers to implement sophisticated forecasting models tailored to their specific needs.This book empowers readers with the knowledge and skills needed to leverage Gen AI for accurate and efficient time series forecasting. By providing a detailed exploration of advanced forecasting models and methodologies, this book enables practitioners to make informed decisions and drive business growth through data-driven insights.● Understand the core history and applications of Gen AI and its potential to revolutionize time series forecasting.● Learn to implement different neural network architectures such as MLP, WaveNet, TCN, BiTCN, RNN, LSTM, DeepAR, and NBEATS for time series forecasting.● Discover the potential of Transformer architecture and its variants, such as Vanilla Transformers, iTransformer, DLinear, NLinear, and PatchTST, for time series forecasting.● Explore complex foundation models like Time-LLM, Chronos, TimeGPT, Moirai, and TimesFM.● Gain practical knowledge on how to apply Gen AI techniques to real-world time series forecasting challenges and make data-driven decisions.Who this book is for:Data Scientists, Machine learning engineers, Business Aanalysts, Statisticians, Economists, Financial Analysts, Operations Research Analysts, Data Analysts, Students.Bangalore Vijay Kumar Vishwas (B.V. Vishwas) is a seasoned Principal Data Scientist and AI researcher with over 11 years of experience in the IT industry. Currently based in San Diego, California, he works at NTT DATA. Vishwas holds a Master of Technology in Software Engineering from Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, India. He specializes in developing innovative solutions for large enterprises, with expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Time Series Forecasting, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, and Generative AI. He is also the author of _Hands-On Time Series Analysis with Python: From Basics to Bleeding-Edge Techniques_, published by Apress.Sri Ram Macharla, is a consultant and architect in the areas of AI and ML with over 19 years of experience in IT. He holds an M.Tech from BITS Pilani and has experience working with clients in domains such as finance, retail, life sciences, defense, and manufacturing. Additionally, he has worked as a mentor, corporate trainer, and guest faculty teaching AI and ML. He has papers published and works as a reviewer with leading journals and publishers. He is passionate about mathematical modeling and applying AI for social good.Chapter 1: Time Series Meets Generative AI.- Chapter 2: Neural Network For Time Series.- Chapter 3: Transformers For Time Series.- Chapter 4: Time-LLM: Reprogramming Large Language Model.- Chapter 5: Chronos: Pretrained Probabilistic Time Series Model.- Chapter 6: TimeGPT: The First Foundation Model For Time Series.- Chapter 7: Moirai: A Time Series Foundation Model For Universal Forecasting.- Chapter 8: TimesFM: Decoder-Only Foundation Model For Time Series.
Beginning Spring AI
Discover how to use Large Language Models in the Spring Framework. This quick guide equips developers with insights into the strengths and limitations of Spring AI and how to leverage the model for typical use cases.First, you will orient yourself to the new and exciting landscape of AI and Spring integration. You will learn how to issue simple queries, asking the right questions to get the results you want. From there, you will be empowered to select the right model for functionality and refinement, building a simple yet effective chat bot using real-world examples. Additionally, the book explores how to generate images, refine them, and how to send source images when appropriate. Lastly, the book focuses on how Spring AI and LLMs affect the developer landscape, including pitfalls and ethical concerns.Designed for fast adoption, this book provides targeted guidance on integrating AI and LLMs into your projects within days. Through a pragmatic approach, it emphasizes direct utilization of the API.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Explore popular use cases for LLMs* Gain insight into the Spring AI module, including its capabilities and limitations* Know how to create effective queries and interactions for AI-driven conversations and image generation* Discover strategies for selecting an appropriate LLM service and model* Acquire skills to AI-proof your job and understand why it is NOT a replacementWHAT THIS BOOK ISSpring developers who are new to AI and focused on the essentials without exhaustive framework details. This is an optional supplement to the more comprehensive Apress book, _Beginning Spring 6_.ANDREW LOMBARDI is a veteran entrepreneur and software engineer. He has been running the consulting firm Mystic Coders for 25 years, authored multiple kick-ass books on Spring for Apress and WebSocket for O'Reilly, coding, speaking internationally and offering technical guidance to companies as large as Airbus and companies as controversial and unique as Twitter 1.0. He firmly believes that the best thing he has done so far is being a great dad.JOSEPH B. OTTINGER is a distributed systems architect with experience in many cloud platforms. He was the editor-in-chief of both Java Developer Journal and TheServerSide.com, and has also contributed to many publications, open source projects, and commercial projects over the years, using many different languages (but primarily Java, Python, and JavaScript). He was also a previously published author online (with too many publications to note individually) and in print, through Apress.Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Getting Started.- Chapter 3: Asking Questions and Using Data.- Chapter 4: Working with Audio.- Chapter 5: Generating Images.- Chapter 6: Navigating AI in Engineering: Challenges and Best Practices.