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Space Information Networks: 7th International Conference, SINC 2023, Wuhan, China, October 12–13, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2057)
by Quan YuThis book constitutes revised selected papers from the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Space Information Network, SINC 2023, held in Wuhan, China, during October 12–13, 2023. The 8 full papers and 5 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 73 submissions. The papers present the latest research in the fields of space information networks.
Spatial Cognition XIII: 13th International Conference, Spatial Cognition 2024, Dublin, Ireland, June 25–28, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14756)
by Gavin Duffy Marija Živković Jeffrey Buckley Marianna PagkratidouThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 13th International Conference, Spatial Cognition 2024, held in Dublin, Ireland, during June 25 - 29, 2024. The 9 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 12 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections as follows: Mathematics; Gender Differences; STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics); and Early Childhood.
Spatial Data and Intelligence: 5th China Conference, SpatialDI 2024, Nanjing, China, April 25–27, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14619)
by Xiaofeng Meng Xueying Zhang Bolong Zheng Danhuai Guo Di Hu Chunju ZhangThis book constitutes the refereed post proceedings of the 5th China Conference on Spatial Data and Intelligence, SpatialDI 2024, held in Nanjing, China, during April 25–27, 2024. The 25 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 95 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Spatiotemporal Data Analysis, Spatiotemporal Data Mining, Spatiotemporal Data Prediction, Remote Sensing Data Classification and Applications of Spatiotemporal Data Mining.
Spatiotemporal Data Analytics and Modeling: Techniques and Applications (Big Data Management)
by John A Satheesh Abimannan El-Sayed M. El-Alfy Yue-Shan ChangWith the growing advances in technology and transformation to digital services, the world is becoming more connected and more complex. Huge heterogeneous data are generated at rapid speed from various types of sensors. Augmented with artificial intelligence and machine learning and internet of things, latent relations, and new insights can be captured helping in optimizing plans and resource utilization, improving infrastructure, and enhancing quality of services. A “spatial data management system” is a way to take care of data that has something to do with space. This could include data such as maps, satellite images, and GPS data. A temporal data management system is a system designed to manage data that has a temporal component. This could include data such as weather data, financial data, and social media data. Some advanced techniques used in spatial and temporal data management systems include geospatial indexing for efficient querying and retrieval of location-based data, time-series analysis for understanding and predicting temporal patterns in datasets like weather or financial trends, machine learning algorithms for uncovering hidden patterns and correlations in large and complex datasets, and integration with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies for real-time data collection and analysis. These techniques, augmented with artificial intelligence, enable the extraction of latent relations and insights, thereby optimizing plans, improving infrastructure, and enhancing the quality of services. This book provides essential technical knowledge, best practices, and case studies on the state-of-the-art techniques of artificial intelligence and machine learning for spatiotemporal data analysis and modeling. The book is composed of several chapters written by experts in their fields and focusing on several applications including recommendation systems, big data analytics, supply chains and e-commerce, energy consumption and demand forecasting,and traffic and environmental monitoring. It can be used as academic reference at graduate level or by professionals in science and engineering related fields such as data science and engineering, big data analytics and mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning, cloud computing, and internet of things.
Special Topics in Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality: The Case of Spatial Intelligence Enhancement (Cognitive Technologies)
by Christos Papakostas Christos Troussas Cleo SgouropoulouThis monograph explores the synergy of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR) and cognitive processes to enhance spatial abilities — an integral aspect of cognitive development. The ability to comprehend and manipulate spatial information is not only fundamental to our understanding of the physical world but also plays a pivotal role in numerous academic and professional fields. Recognizing the profound impact of spatial ability on scientific disciplines and educational achievement, this monograph takes on the challenge of enhancing spatial skills among users.The authors present the design and development of a mobile training system that incorporates AR features to enhance learners’ spatial ability. Involving mental generation, transformation, and rotation of visual images for understanding spatial relationships, spatial ability is closely linked to success in various scientific disciplines and educational pursuits. While spatial visualization skills tests are available, this monograph takes a unique approach by focusing on developing targeted interventions to improve spatial ability. It aims to unlock new avenues for cognitive growth and dive into the untapped potential within the realm of spatial intelligence. Beyond its emphasis on spatial ability enhancement, this monograph goes above and beyond traditional approaches by integrating AI techniques into the training system. As such, it aims to provide personalized and adaptive learning experiences for learners. The training system, through intelligent techniques, dynamically analyzes individual learners’ strengths, weaknesses, and progress, tailoring content and challenges to their specific needs. This effort establishes a new frontier in educational technology, offering a groundbreaking solution that not only augments spatial ability development but also showcases the transformative potential of AI in reshaping the learning experience.The book is a valuable resource for researchers, educators, developers and technology enthusiasts, as it exemplifies the profound impact of AI and AR in shaping the future of online learning experiences.
Special Topics in Information Technology (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)
by Francesco AmigoniThis open access book presents outstanding doctoral dissertations in Information Technology from the Department of Electronics, Information and Bioengineering, Politecnico di Milano, Italy. Information Technology has always been highly interdisciplinary, as many aspects have to be considered in IT systems. The doctoral studies program in IT at Politecnico di Milano emphasizes this interdisciplinary nature, which is becoming more and more important in recent technological advances, in collaborative projects, and in the education of young researchers. Accordingly, the focus of advanced research is on pursuing a rigorous approach to specific research topics starting from a broad background in various areas of Information Technology, especially Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics, Systems and Control, and Telecommunications. Each year, more than 50 Ph.D.s. graduate from the program. This book gathers the outcomes of the best theses defended in 2022–23 and selected for the IT Ph.D. Award. Each of the authors provides a chapter summarizing his/her findings, including an introduction, description of methods, main achievements and future work on the topic. Hence, the book provides a cutting-edge overview of the latest research trends in Information Technology at Politecnico di Milano, presented in an easy-to-read format that will also appeal to non-specialists.
Speckle Imaging Using Aperture Modulation (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)
by Abdallah HamedThis book covers speckle image formation using a variety of modulated apertures. The central theme revolves around theoretical analyses, specifically the calculation of impulse responses or Point Spread Functions (PSFs) corresponding to these apertures. These calculations provide crucial insights into the resolution inherent in the resulting speckle images. The book begins with an examination of the recognition of the direction of new apertures from elongated speckle images, setting the stage for subsequent discussions. The theoretical analyses extend to diverse aperture designs, including Gaussian, graded-index, and modulated apertures. The book delves into the nuanced dynamics of contrast in speckle images, exploring the Voigt distribution and the effects of modulation on contrast. In addition to aperture-centric discussions, the book addresses the processing of the formed speckle images. The chapters impart a comprehensive understanding of speckle imaging, encompassing discrimination in microscopy using digital speckle images, the utilization of concentric hexagonal pupils, and the exploration of irregular apertures. The book culminates in a detailed exploration of speckle imaging in the context of an annular Hermite Gaussian laser beam. Overall, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and academics seeking a profound exploration of speckle image formation, modulation, and processing across a spectrum of apertures and theoretical frameworks.
Speech and Language Technologies for Low-Resource Languages: Second International Conference, SPELLL 2023, Perundurai, Erode, India, December 6–8, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2046)
by Bharathi Raja Chakravarthi Bharathi B Miguel Ángel García Cumbreras Salud María Jiménez Zafra Malliga Subramanian Kogilavani Shanmugavadivel Preslav NakovThis book constitutes the refereed conference proceedings of the second International Conference on Speech and Language Technologies for Low-Resource Languages, SPELLL 2023, held in Perundurai, Erode, India, during December 6–8, 2023. The 27 full papers and 6 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 94 submissions. The papers are divided into the following topical sections: language resources; language technologies; speech technologies; and workshops - regional fake, MMLOW, LC4.
Speed Metrics Guide: Choosing the Right Metrics to Use When Evaluating Websites
by Matthew EdgarFaster websites offer a better user experience and typically have higher conversion rates. It can be challenging to know where to invest to meaningfully improve a website's speed. Investing correctly to improve speed starts with understanding how to correctly measure speed and knowing how to use those measurements to identify the biggest opportunities. Speed Metrics Guide helps marketers, SEOs, business leaders, designers, and everybody else involved in website performance select the right metrics to use to optimize their website's speed. Each chapter examines a specific metric, discusses what it measures, why the metric matters and what tactics will help improve that metric. What You'll LearnThe best metrics and tools to help you measure website speed, including Google's Core Web VitalsHow and when to best use each metricWhere each metric fits within the website loading processHow to use each metric to find different ways of improving website speed Who This book Is ForNon-technical audience, including marketers, SEOs, designers, and UX professionals.
The Spirit of Recovery: IT Perspectives, Experiences, and Applications during the COVID-19 Pandemic
by Aji Prasetya WibawaThe scope of this book focuses on how information technology may assist in achieving goals and in providing solutions to problems such as a pandemic. Research on the Internet and on technology has been done, and the findings have applications in various sectors that rely on interdisciplinary knowledge. This book explores and describes state-of-the-art research conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics covered include the IT viewpoint and the rules governing digital transformation throughout the pandemic. The Digital Revolution sped up by a decade during COVID-19, which impacted both the user experience and that of software developers. As a component of the digital transformation process, this book explores the experiences of both the user and developer when attempting to change and adapt while utilizing an information technology program. This book includes five topics: (1) multidisciplinary artificial intelligence, (2) Smart City and Internet of Things applications, (3) game technology and multimedia applications, (4) data science and business intelligence, and (5) IT hospitality and information systems. Each topic is covered in several book chapters with some application in several countries, especially developing countries. The chapters provide insight from contributors with different perspectives and several diverse fields who present new ideas and approaches to solving problems associated with the worldwide pandemic.
Sports and Technology Have the Power to Change the World: Driving Positive Change Through the Use of Data and AI
by Jon FlynnDiscover how the explosions in data analytics, AI, and digital communication are benefiting sports and sports fans around the world In Sports and Technology Have The Power To Change The World: Driving Positive Change Through The Use of Data and AI, the Director of Microsoft Sports, Jon Flynn, delivers an insightful new take on the transformative power of sport and its ability to unite people, break down barriers, and generate positive change. The author explains the critical role that technology has played in growing the impact of sporting events and enabling social change while fostering community improvement. In the book, you’ll explore many of the ways in which sports, enabled by new tech, have made significant contributions to society and promoted individual development, health, and wellbeing. You’ll also find: Discussions of green technologies and climate and sustainability initiatives linked to sport, with a case study about the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics Explorations of the impact of advanced data analytics, with a case study focusing on the 2013 NBA Final matchup between the Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs How sport scientists are optimizing player performance Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of sport, society, and technology, Sports and Technology Have The Power To Change The World is an easy to read and endlessly fascinating look at how the unique combination of athletics and tech makes the world a better place.
Sports Marketing
by Michael J. Fetchko Donald P. Roy Vassilis DalakasHighly practical and engaging, Sports Marketing equips students with the skills, techniques, and tools they need to be successful marketers in any sporting environment. The book blends relevant marketing theory—focusing on industry-specific terminology and practices—with practitioner insights into current issues and future directions in the sports industry. This anticipated third edition has been fully updated to incorporate a broad range of global and diverse perspectives from industry experts and international case studies throughout. Contemporary topics within the sports industry have been expanded upon, including esports, social responsibility, sustainability, digital and social media, and personal branding. Popular "You Make the Call" cases, insider and early career insights, and review questions stimulate lively classroom discussion, while chapter summaries and terms support further support learning. Overall, this exciting text will: • Increase students’ depth of knowledge about sports marketing • Challenge students to apply concepts to real-world situations • Profile best practices of organizations and individuals within the sports industry as they relate to the book’s content • Equip students to position themselves to compete for entry-level positions in sports business • Provide faculty with a concise but thorough text that meets their needs. Sports Marketing remains a core textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate students of sports marketing and management, providing a firm grasp of the ins and outs of working in sports. Additional online resources include PowerPoint slides for each chapter, a test bank of questions, and an instructor’s manual.
Spotting Dottie (Orca Currents)
by Gail Anderson-DargatzCharlotte is going to prove her grandma is right—the lake monster is real! When Charlotte gets a drone for her fourteenth birthday, she’s determined to get footage of Dottie, the elusive lake monster of Dorothy Lake. Her grandma, who has dedicated her life to searching for the monster, is the joke of the town. But when Charlotte manages to capture a video of the monster and posts it online, she’s the sudden target of a media storm. Now everyone is making fun of her too. Worse, droves of monster hunters arrive in her town, crowding the lake. When their boat propellers threaten to hurt Dottie, Charlotte is faced with a difficult choice.
Spring Boot 3 Recipes: A Problem-Solution Approach for Java Microservices and Cloud-Native Applications
by Marten DeinumSolve all your Spring Boot 3 micro-framework problems using complete, real-world Java-based code snippets and examples inspired by various problems and corresponding solutions to those problems . When you start a new project, you’ll be able to copy the code and configuration files from this book, and then modify them for your own specific software programming needs. This can save you a great deal of work over creating a project from scratch.Spring Boot 3 Recipes has been revised to include new features like the new Spring Native, newly repackaged Spring Data, Spring Kafka for messaging and more on Kubernetes/deployment than in the previous edition. It includes Java 17 long term support code and Jakarta EE 9+ code as a base for Spring Boot 3. This handy code reference takes advantage of these things as it introduces you to VMWare's Spring Boot 3 and Spring Native. Quickly, it dives into code snippets on how to apply and integrate SpringBoot 3 with the Spring MVC web framework, web sockets and WebFlux for the rapid development of web applications, web services, microservices and more. You'll also get solutions to common problems with data persistence, integrating Spring Boot with batch processing, algorithmic programming via Spring Batch, and much more. These enable you to enhance or round out your web applications or microservices with a data and/or transaction-tier to boot. Other recipes cover topics such as using and integrating Boot with Spring's enterprise services, Spring Integration, testing, monitoring and more.At the end of the book, you'll have the code snippets and packages to deploy your Spring Boot-created microservices or applications on a cloud platform like Amazon using the popular Kubernetes container. Finally, this code reference is a must have for your Spring library. What You'll LearnGet reusable code recipes and snippets for the Spring Boot 3 micro-framework Discover how Spring Boot 3 integrates with other Spring APIs, tools, and frameworksAccess Spring MVC, web sockets and WebFlux for easier web developmentWork with microservices for web services development and integration with your Spring Boot applicationsAdd persistence and a data tier seamlessly to make your Spring Boot web application do moreIntegrate enterprise services via Spring Integration and Jakarta EE to create a more complex Java application using Spring BootWho This Book Is ForThis book is for experienced Java and Spring software programmers, developers.
Spring Security in Action, Second Edition (In Action)
by Laurentiu SpilcaDon't let security be an afterthought. Spring Security in Action, Second Edition is your vital companion to robust, secure applications that are protected right from the first line of code.Spring Security in Action, Second Edition is a revised version of the bestselling original, fully updated for Spring Boot 3 and Oauth2/OpenID Connect. In Spring Security in Action, Second Edition you will learn essential security skills including how to: Implement and customize authentication and authorization Set up all components of an OAuth2/OpenID Connect system Utilize CRSF and CORS configurations Secure Spring reactive applications Write tests for security configurations Whether you&’re a beginner or a pro, Spring Security in Action, Second Edition teaches you how to secure your Java applications from the ground up. Author Laurentiu Spilca distills his years of experience as a skilled Java and Spring developer into an indispensable guide to everything security—from authentication and authorization, to testing security configurations. This new edition covers the latest patterns for application-level security in Spring apps, demonstrating how Spring Security simplifies every step of the security process. Foreword by Joe Grandja. About the technology Spring Security makes it much, much easier to secure enterprise-scale Java applications. This powerful framework integrates with Spring apps end to end, with &“secure by design&” principles and ready-to-use features that help you implement robust authorization and authentication and protect against data theft and intrusions. And like everything else in the Spring ecosystem, it&’s free, open source, and backed by the awesome team at VMWare. About the book Spring Security in Action, Second Edition updates this bestselling guide to Spring Security to include deep coverage of OAuth2/OpenID Connect and security configuration using the new SecurityFilterChain. The crystal clear explanations and relevant examples, teach you how to build your own authorization server, configure secure endpoints, and prevent cross-site scripting and request forgery attacks. What's inside Custom authentication and authorization CRSF and CORS configurations Secure Spring reactive applications Write tests for security configurations About the reader For experienced Java and Spring developers. About the author Laurentiu Spilca is a skilled Java and Spring developer and an experienced technology instructor. He is also the author of Manning&’s Spring Start Here and Troubleshooting Java. Table of Contents PART 1 1 Security today 2 Hello, Spring Security PART 2 3 Managing users 4 Managing passwords 5 A web app&’s security begins with filters 6 Implementing authentications PART 3 7 Configuring endpoint-level authorization: Restricting access 8 Configuring endpoint-level authorization: Applying restrictions 9 Configuring CSRF protection 10 Configuring CORS 11 Implementing authorization at the method level 12 Implementing filtering at the method level PART 4 13 What are OAuth 2 and OpenID Connect? 14 Implementing an OAuth 2 authorization server 15 Implementing an OAuth 2 resource server 16 Implementing an OAuth 2 client PART 5 17 Implementing security in reactive applications PART 6 18 Testing security configurations
SPS für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Oliver TonnSPS ohne Stress Wenn Sie Maschinen oder Anlagen mithilfe einer SPS auch ohne Vorkenntnisse steuern möchten, dann ist dieses Buch für Sie gemacht. Ob Aufbau der Hardware, Installation und Verdrahtung oder Erstellung von Programmen: Jederzeit leicht verständlich erläutert Ihnen Oliver Tonn Grundlagen und fortgeschrittene Techniken der SPS-Programmierung. Dabei lernen Sie SPS sowohl herstellerunabhängig kennen als auch Besonderheiten der verschiedenen Hersteller. Mit zahlreichen Praxisbeispielen vertiefen Sie Ihr Wissen und wenden es schon bald in komplexeren Szenarien erfolgreich an. Sie erfahren Wie Sie ein SPS-Projekt und -Programm erstellen Wie Sie einen Antrieb steuern Wie Sie mit TwinCAT 3 und TIA visualisieren Wie Sie Fehler vermeiden und beheben
SQL All-in-One For Dummies
by Allen G. Taylor Richard BlumThe most thorough SQL reference, now updated for SQL:2023 SQL All-in-One For Dummies has everything you need to get started with the SQL programming language, and then to level up your skill with advanced applications. This relational database coding language is one of the most used languages in professional software development. And, as it becomes ever more important to take control of data, there’s no end in sight to the need for SQL know-how. You can take your career to the next level with this guide to creating databases, accessing and editing data, protecting data from corruption, and integrating SQL with other languages in a programming environment. Become a SQL guru and turn the page on the next chapter of your coding career. Get 7 mini-books in one, covering basic SQL, database development, and advanced SQL concepts Read clear explanations of SQL code and learn to write complex queries Discover how to apply SQL in real-world situations to gain control over large datasets Enjoy a thorough reference to common tasks and issues in SQL developmentThis Dummies All-in-One guide is for all SQL users—from beginners to more experienced programmers. Find the info and the examples you need to reach the next stage in your SQL journey.
SQL Server Database Programming with C#: Desktop and Web Applications
by Ying BaiDatabases have become an integral part of modern-day life. We live in an information-driven society and database technology has a direct impact on our daily lives. Decisions are routinely made by organizations based on the information collected and stored in the databases. Because databases play such an important role in business and society, database programming is a key skill. SQL Server Database Programming with C#: Desktop and Web Applications is for college students and software programmers who want to develop practical and commercial skills in database programming with C# or Visual C#.NET 2022 as well as the relational database Microsoft SQL Server 2019. The book explains the practical considerations and applications in database programming with Visual C# 2022 and provides realistic examples and detailed explanations. A direct writing style is combined with real-world examples to provide readers with a clear picture of how to handle database programming issues in the Visual C#.NET 2022 environment. Highlights include: A complete sample database CSE_DEPT, built with Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Express, is provided and used for the entire book. Step-by-step, detailed illustrations and descriptions show how to design and build a practical relational database. Both fundamental and advanced database-programming techniques are covered to benefit beginning students and experienced programmers. An advanced database query technique, LINQ API, which includes LINQ to Objects, LINQ to DataSet, LINQ to SQL, LINQ to Entities and LINQ to XML, is discussed, analyzed, and implemented in actual projects with line-by-line explanations. Homework and class projects are provided for each chapter to strengthen and improve students’ abilities to learn and understand the topics they studied. PowerPoint teaching slides and selected homework solutions help instructors to teach and organize their classes easily and effectively. Useful and practical, this textbook is an intuitive guide on how to develop and build professional and practical database applications.
Standards for the Control of Algorithmic Bias: The Canadian Administrative Context
by Natalie Heisler Maura R. GrossmanGovernments around the world use machine learning in automated decision-making systems for a broad range of functions. However, algorithmic bias in machine learning can result in automated decisions that produce disparate impact and may compromise Charter guarantees of substantive equality. This book seeks to answer the question: what standards should be applied to machine learning to mitigate disparate impact in government use of automated decision-making? The regulatory landscape for automated decision-making, in Canada and across the world, is far from settled. Legislative and policy models are emerging, and the role of standards is evolving to support regulatory objectives. While acknowledging the contributions of leading standards development organizations, the authors argue that the rationale for standards must come from the law and that implementing such standards would help to reduce future complaints by, and would proactively enable human rights protections for, those subject to automated decision-making. The book presents a proposed standards framework for automated decision-making and provides recommendations for its implementation in the context of the government of Canada’s Directive on Automated Decision-Making. As such, this book can assist public agencies around the world in developing and deploying automated decision-making systems equitably as well as being of interest to businesses that utilize automated decision-making processes.
The State of Us: The good news and the bad news about our society
by Jon Snow'A fascinating call to arms full of insight' IndependentAfter four decades broadcasting to the nation each night, Jon Snow gives vent to his opinions on the state of our nation . . . the good news and the bad newsIt is rare in history that so many nations in the developed world are in crisis at the same time. There has been a disintegration of trust in political leaders and in the media that holds them to account. For all the progress humankind has made, for all the inventions and new technologies, our society is being undermined by inequality. To fix it, we must begin by seeking out the truth about our world.In The State of Us, Jon Snow traces how the life of the nation has changed across his five-decade career, from getting thrown out of university for protesting apartheid to interviewing every prime minister since Margaret Thatcher.In doing so, he shows how the greatest problems at home and abroad so often come down to inequality and an unwillingness to confront it. But that is not our fate. Despite the challenges, Snow has witnessed profound social progress. In this passionate rallying cry, he argues that at its best, journalism reflects not just who we are now, but who we can be.We've had enough of division; the future is for us.
Statistical Analysis with R Essentials For Dummies
by Joseph SchmullerThe easy way to get started coding and analyzing data in the R programming language Statistical Analysis with R Essentials For Dummies is your reference to all the core concepts about R—the widely used, open-source programming language and data analysis tool. This no-nonsense book gets right to the point, eliminating review material, wordy explanations, and fluff. Understand all you need to know about the foundations of R, swiftly and clearly. Perfect for a brush-up on the basics or as an everyday desk reference on the job, this is the reliable little book you can always turn to for answers. Get a quick and thorough intro to the basic concepts of coding for data analysis in R Review what you've already learned or pick up essential new skills Perform statistical analysis for school, business, and beyond with R programming Keep this concise reference book handy for jogging your memory as you work This book is to the point, focusing on the key topics readers need to know about this popular programming language. Great for supplementing classroom learning, reviewing for a certification, or staying knowledgeable on the job.
Statistical Atlases and Computational Models of the Heart. Regular and CMRxRecon Challenge Papers: 14th International Workshop, STACOM 2023, Held in Conjunction with MICCAI 2023, Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 12, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14507)
by Oscar Camara Esther Puyol-Antón Maxime Sermesant Avan Suinesiaputra Qian Tao Chengyan Wang Alistair YoungThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th International Workshop on Statistical Atlases and Computational Models of the Heart, STACOM 2023, as well as the Cardiac MRI Reconstruction Challenge, CMRxRecon Challenge. There was a total of 53 submissions to the workshop. The 24 regular workshop papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 29 paper submissions. They deal with cardiac segmentation, modelling, strain quantification, registration, statistical shape analysis, and quality control. In addition, 21 papers from the CMRxRecon challenge are included in this volume. They focus on fast CMR image reconstruction and provide a benchmark dataset that enables the broader research community to promote advances in this area of research.
Statistical Tableau: How To Use Statistical Models And Decision Science In Tableau
by Ethan LangIn today's data-driven world, understanding statistical models is crucial for effective analysis and decision making. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this book equips you with the foundational knowledge to grasp and implement statistical models within Tableau. Gain the confidence to speak fluently about the models you employ, driving adoption of your insights and analysis across your organization.As AI continues to revolutionize industries, possessing the skills to leverage statistical models is no longer optional—it's a necessity. Stay ahead of the curve and harness the full potential of your data by mastering the ability to interpret and utilize the insights generated by these models.Whether you're a data enthusiast, analyst, or business professional, this book empowers you to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of data analytics with confidence and proficiency. Start your journey toward data mastery today.In this book, you will learn:The basics of foundational statistical modeling with TableauHow to prove your analysis is statistically significantHow to calculate and interpret confidence intervalsBest practices for incorporating statistics into data visualizationsHow to connect external analytics resources from Tableau using R and Python
Statistics and Data Analysis for Engineers and Scientists (Transactions on Computer Systems and Networks)
by Tanvir Mustafy Md. Tauhid RahmanThis textbook summarizes the different statistical, scientific, and financial data analysis methods for users ranging from a high school level to a professional level. It aims to combine the data analysis methods using three different programs—Microsoft Excel, SPSS, and MATLAB. The book combining the different data analysis tools is a unique approach. The book presents a variety of real-life problems in data analysis and machine learning, delivering the best solution. Analysis methods presented in this book include but are not limited to, performing various algebraic and trigonometric operations, regression modeling, and correlation, as well as plotting graphs and charts to represent the results. Fundamental concepts of applied statistics are also explained here, with illustrative examples. Thus, this book presents a pioneering solution to help a wide range of students, researchers, and professionals learn data processing, interpret different findings derived from the analyses, and apply them to their research or professional fields. The book also includes worked examples of practical problems. The primary focus behind designing these examples is understanding the concepts of data analysis and how it can solve problems. The chapters include practice exercises to assist users in enhancing their skills to execute statistical analysis calculations using software instead of relying on tables for probabilities and percentiles in the present world.
Statistics Slam Dunk
by Gary SuttonLearn statistics by analyzing professional basketball data! In this action-packed book, you&’ll build your skills in exploratory data analysis by digging into the fascinating world of NBA games and player stats using the R language.Statistics Slam Dunk is an engaging how-to guide for statistical analysis with R. Each chapter contains an end-to-end data science or statistics project delving into NBA data and revealing real-world sporting insights. Written by a former basketball player turned business intelligence and analytics leader, you&’ll get practical experience tidying, wrangling, exploring, testing, modeling, and otherwise analyzing data with the best and latest R packages and functions. In Statistics Slam Dunk you&’ll develop a toolbox of R programming skills including: Reading and writing data Installing and loading packages Transforming, tidying, and wrangling data Applying best-in-class exploratory data analysis techniques Creating compelling visualizations Developing supervised and unsupervised machine learning algorithms Executing hypothesis tests, including t-tests and chi-square tests for independence Computing expected values, Gini coefficients, z-scores, and other measures If you&’re looking to switch to R from another language, or trade base R for tidyverse functions, this book is the perfect training coach. Much more than a beginner&’s guide, it teaches statistics and data science methods that have tons of use cases. And just like in the real world, you&’ll get no clean pre-packaged data sets in Statistics Slam Dunk. You&’ll take on the challenge of wrangling messy data to drill on the skills that will make you the star player on any data team. Foreword by Thomas W. Miller. About the technology Statistics Slam Dunk is a data science manual with a difference. Each chapter is a complete, self-contained statistics or data science project for you to work through—from importing data, to wrangling it, testing it, visualizing it, and modeling it. Throughout the book, you&’ll work exclusively with NBA data sets and the R language, applying best-in-class statistics techniques to reveal fun and fascinating truths about the NBA. About the book Is losing basketball games on purpose a rational strategy? Which hustle statistics have an impact on wins and losses? Does spending more on player salaries translate into a winning record? You&’ll answer all these questions and more. Plus, R&’s visualization capabilities shine through in the book&’s 300 plots and charts, including Pareto charts, Sankey diagrams, Cleveland dot plots, and dendrograms. About the reader For readers who know basic statistics. No advanced knowledge of R—or basketball—required. About the author Gary Sutton is a former basketball player who has built and led high-performing business intelligence and analytics organizations across multiple verticals. Table of Contents 1 Getting started 2 Exploring data 3 Segmentation analysis 4 Constrained optimization 5 Regression models 6 More wrangling and visualizing data 7 T-testing and effect size testing 8 Optimal stopping 9 Chi-square testing and more effect size testing 10 Doing more with ggplot2 11 K-means clustering 12 Computing and plotting inequality 13 More with Gini coefficients and Lorenz curves 14 Intermediate and advanced modeling 15 The Lindy effect 16 Randomness versus causality 17 Collective intelligence