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Algorithms of the Intelligent Web
by Haralambos Marmanis • 2009
Search, recommend, cluster, classify: the algorithms that make web applications intelligent.
3.62
130
Algorithms of the Intelligent Web Summary
Algorithms of the Intelligent Web 91%
Search, recommend, cluster, classify: the algorithms that make web applications intelligent.
by Haralambos Marmanis 2009
3.62
130 ratings
Learning OpenCV
by Gary Bradski • 2008
From smoothing to machine learning: the complete OpenCV toolkit for building computer vision apps.
4.01
171
Learning OpenCV Summary
Learning OpenCV 91%
From smoothing to machine learning: the complete OpenCV toolkit for building computer vision apps.
by Gary Bradski 2008
4.01
171 ratings
Software Engineering
by Ian Sommerville • 1982
From requirements to deployment: the systematic approach to building software that lasts.
3.77
945
Software Engineering Summary
Software Engineering 91%
From requirements to deployment: the systematic approach to building software that lasts.
by Ian Sommerville 1982
3.77
945 ratings
Python Programming
by John Zelle • 2003
A Python-first CS textbook that teaches what computation can do, not just how to code.
4.02
483
Python Programming Summary
Python Programming 91%
A Python-first CS textbook that teaches what computation can do, not just how to code.
by John Zelle 2003
4.02
483 ratings
AI for Data Science
by Zacharias Voulgaris • 2018
The real AI toolkit goes beyond deep learning: optimization, fuzzy logic, ensembles.
4.55
20
AI for Data Science Summary
AI for Data Science 91%
The real AI toolkit goes beyond deep learning: optimization, fuzzy logic, ensembles.
by Zacharias Voulgaris 2018
4.55
20 ratings
AI and Machine Learning for On-Device Development
by Laurence Moroney • 2021
Privacy-respecting on-device AI: face detection, text analysis, custom models. No cloud, no PhD.
4.17
6
AI and Machine Learning for On-Device Development Summary
AI and Machine Learning for On-Device Development 91%
Privacy-respecting on-device AI: face detection, text analysis, custom models. No cloud, no PhD.
by Laurence Moroney 2021
4.17
6 ratings
Identity and Data Security for Web Development
by Jonathan LeBlanc • 2016
Assume the database will be breached: the encryption, authentication, and UX tradeoffs worth making.
3.33
43
Identity and Data Security for Web Development Summary
Identity and Data Security for Web Development 91%
Assume the database will be breached: the encryption, authentication, and UX tradeoffs worth making.
by Jonathan LeBlanc 2016
3.33
43 ratings
Structured Computer Organization
by Andrew S. Tanenbaum • 1976
From logic gates to assembly code: the layered architecture every computer hides in plain sight.
4.04
591
Structured Computer Organization Summary
Structured Computer Organization 91%
From logic gates to assembly code: the layered architecture every computer hides in plain sight.
by Andrew S. Tanenbaum 1976
4.04
591 ratings
Operating System Concepts
by Abraham Silberschatz • 1985
There is exactly one program that never stops on your computer; everything else negotiates with it.
3.90
2k+
Operating System Concepts Summary
Operating System Concepts 91%
There is exactly one program that never stops on your computer; everything else negotiates with it.
by Abraham Silberschatz 1985
3.90
2k+ ratings
Introduction to Computation and Programming Using Python
by John V. Guttag • 2013
A computer calculates and remembers; everything beyond that is what you build with code.
4.22
500
Introduction to Computation and Programming Using Python Summary
Introduction to Computation and Programming Using Python 91%
A computer calculates and remembers; everything beyond that is what you build with code.
by John V. Guttag 2013
4.22
500 ratings
Data Structures and Algorithms in Java
by Michael T. Goodrich • 1998
Data structures and their runtime analysis: how to write Java code that is efficient and dependable.
3.86
302
Data Structures and Algorithms in Java Summary
Data Structures and Algorithms in Java 91%
Data structures and their runtime analysis: how to write Java code that is efficient and dependable.
by Michael T. Goodrich 1998
3.86
302 ratings
Mastering Regular Expressions
by Jeffrey E.F. Friedl • 1997
Understand the engine behind your regex: why some patterns crawl, and how to make them run.
4.16
2k+
Mastering Regular Expressions Summary
Mastering Regular Expressions 91%
Understand the engine behind your regex: why some patterns crawl, and how to make them run.
by Jeffrey E.F. Friedl 1997
4.16
2k+ ratings
Python for Data Analysis
by Oscar Scratch • 2019
Python data analysis, taught through questions: NumPy, Pandas, and the bridge to machine learning.
3.50
2
Python for Data Analysis Summary
Python for Data Analysis 91%
Python data analysis, taught through questions: NumPy, Pandas, and the bridge to machine learning.
by Oscar Scratch 2019
3.50
2 ratings
How Computers Really Work
by Matthew Justice • 2020
From transistor to web: the computing stack explained layer by layer, no prerequisites required.
4.35
160
How Computers Really Work Summary
How Computers Really Work 91%
From transistor to web: the computing stack explained layer by layer, no prerequisites required.
by Matthew Justice 2020
4.35
160 ratings
Effective Programming
by Jeff Atwood • 2012
Syntax lands the job. Everything else—teams, users, security—is what actually keeps it.
3.91
931
Effective Programming Summary
Effective Programming 91%
Syntax lands the job. Everything else—teams, users, security—is what actually keeps it.
by Jeff Atwood 2012
3.91
931 ratings
Algorithms
by Panos Louridas • 2020
Twenty steps to find one item in a million, and the hidden logic that runs our world.
4.03
302
Algorithms Summary
Algorithms 91%
Twenty steps to find one item in a million, and the hidden logic that runs our world.
by Panos Louridas 2020
4.03
302 ratings
How to Speak Tech
by Vinay Trivedi • 2013
No coding required: the Internet, cloud, databases, and software, translated into business sense.
3.93
204
How to Speak Tech Summary
How to Speak Tech 91%
No coding required: the Internet, cloud, databases, and software, translated into business sense.
by Vinay Trivedi 2013
3.93
204 ratings
Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs
by Niklaus Wirth • 1975
Programs are just data structures shaped by algorithms. Master both, and the rest follows.
4.24
207
Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs Summary
Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs 91%
Programs are just data structures shaped by algorithms. Master both, and the rest follows.
by Niklaus Wirth 1975
4.24
207 ratings
Computer Science Distilled
by Wladston Ferreira Filho • 2017
The missing CS toolkit for self-taught coders: how to think in algorithms, not just syntax.
4.07
1k+
Computer Science Distilled Summary
Computer Science Distilled 91%
The missing CS toolkit for self-taught coders: how to think in algorithms, not just syntax.
by Wladston Ferreira Filho 2017
4.07
1k+ ratings
Grokking Algorithms An Illustrated Guide For Programmers and Other Curious People
by Aditya Y. Bhargava • 2015
Algorithms stripped of dense math: a hand-drawn guide to thinking in runtimes and data structures.
4.41
5k+
Grokking Algorithms An Illustrated Guide For Programmers and Other Curious People Summary
Grokking Algorithms An Illustrated Guide For Programmers and Other Curious People 91%
Algorithms stripped of dense math: a hand-drawn guide to thinking in runtimes and data structures.
by Aditya Y. Bhargava 2015
4.41
5k+ ratings
Computational Thinking
by Peter J. Denning • 2019
It is a 4,500-year-old practice that built modern science, yet most confuse it with just coding.
3.63
304
Computational Thinking Summary
Computational Thinking 91%
It is a 4,500-year-old practice that built modern science, yet most confuse it with just coding.
by Peter J. Denning 2019
3.63
304 ratings
The Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1
by Donald Ervin Knuth • 1973
Algorithms are not just code: they are mathematical objects. To understand one, you must prove it.
4.38
2k+
The Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1 Summary
The Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1 91%
Algorithms are not just code: they are mathematical objects. To understand one, you must prove it.
by Donald Ervin Knuth 1973
4.38
2k+ ratings
The Algorithm Design Manual
by Steven S. Skiena • 1997
The first step is modeling, not coding. A practical manual and its 75-problem catalog show how.
4.34
3k+
The Algorithm Design Manual Summary
The Algorithm Design Manual 91%
The first step is modeling, not coding. A practical manual and its 75-problem catalog show how.
by Steven S. Skiena 1997
4.34
3k+ ratings
Data Structures and Algorithms
by Alfred V. Aho • 1983
Write code that scales: the classic mathematical toolkit for reasoning about speed before you run.
3.93
245
Data Structures and Algorithms Summary
Data Structures and Algorithms 91%
Write code that scales: the classic mathematical toolkit for reasoning about speed before you run.
by Alfred V. Aho 1983
3.93
245 ratings
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy
by Narasimha Karumanchi • 2011
Every algorithm problem has multiple solutions. Find the fastest one, step by step.
4.10
1k+
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy Summary
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy 91%
Every algorithm problem has multiple solutions. Find the fastest one, step by step.
by Narasimha Karumanchi 2011
4.10
1k+ ratings
Python for Informatics
by Charles Severance • 2002
Learn Python by probing data: scrape the web, query databases, and make the file system obey.
3.99
619
Python for Informatics Summary
Python for Informatics 91%
Learn Python by probing data: scrape the web, query databases, and make the file system obey.
by Charles Severance 2002
3.99
619 ratings
Nine Algorithms That Changed the Future
by John MacCormick • 2012
The hidden algorithms behind search and security, and the one problem no machine can solve.
3.89
2k+
Nine Algorithms That Changed the Future Summary
Nine Algorithms That Changed the Future 90%
The hidden algorithms behind search and security, and the one problem no machine can solve.
by John MacCormick 2012
3.89
2k+ ratings
Learn CSS in One Day and Learn It Well (Includes HTML5)
by Jamie Chan • 2015
Zero CSS to real web pages in one day: hands-on project that teaches layout and style.
4.06
142
Learn CSS in One Day and Learn It Well (Includes HTML5) Summary
Learn CSS in One Day and Learn It Well (Includes HTML5) 90%
Zero CSS to real web pages in one day: hands-on project that teaches layout and style.
by Jamie Chan 2015
4.06
142 ratings
Threat Modeling
by Adam Shostack • 2014
Draw your software. Mark the trust boundaries. Ask six questions to find flaws before attackers do.
4.07
286
Threat Modeling Summary
Threat Modeling 90%
Draw your software. Mark the trust boundaries. Ask six questions to find flaws before attackers do.
by Adam Shostack 2014
4.07
286 ratings
Modern Operating Systems
by Andrew S. Tanenbaum • 1992
From process scheduling to virtual memory, the abstractions that keep your computer from crashing.
4.14
2k+
Modern Operating Systems Summary
Modern Operating Systems 90%
From process scheduling to virtual memory, the abstractions that keep your computer from crashing.
by Andrew S. Tanenbaum 1992
4.14
2k+ ratings
Python for Everybody
by Charles Severance • 2016
Python from motherboard to internet: no prerequisites, no hand-waving, no jargon left unexplained.
4.27
934
Python for Everybody Summary
Python for Everybody 90%
Python from motherboard to internet: no prerequisites, no hand-waving, no jargon left unexplained.
by Charles Severance 2016
4.27
934 ratings
Introduction to Machine Learning with Python
by Andreas C. Müller • 2015
Build models that generalize, not just memorize: a Python data scientist's guide.
4.33
600
Introduction to Machine Learning with Python Summary
Introduction to Machine Learning with Python 90%
Build models that generalize, not just memorize: a Python data scientist's guide.
by Andreas C. Müller 2015
4.33
600 ratings
The Design of the UNIX Operating System
by Maurice J. Bach • 1986
What actually happens between the shell prompt and the hardware: the Unix kernel explained.
4.25
605
The Design of the UNIX Operating System Summary
The Design of the UNIX Operating System 90%
What actually happens between the shell prompt and the hardware: the Unix kernel explained.
by Maurice J. Bach 1986
4.25
605 ratings
Tribe of Hackers
by Marcus J. Carey • 2019
The cybersecurity insight too many ignore: secure your people, not just your network.
3.90
262
Tribe of Hackers Summary
Tribe of Hackers 90%
The cybersecurity insight too many ignore: secure your people, not just your network.
by Marcus J. Carey 2019
3.90
262 ratings
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy in Java
by Narasimha Karumanchi • 2011
Data structures and algorithms, taught problem by problem in Java. Built for the interview.
4.17
471
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy in Java Summary
Data Structures and Algorithms Made Easy in Java 90%
Data structures and algorithms, taught problem by problem in Java. Built for the interview.
by Narasimha Karumanchi 2011
4.17
471 ratings
Operating Systems
by William Stallings • 1991
How UNIX, Linux, and Solaris kernels work inside: from fork() to page faults.
3.72
421
Operating Systems Summary
Operating Systems 90%
How UNIX, Linux, and Solaris kernels work inside: from fork() to page faults.
by William Stallings 1991
3.72
421 ratings
Ansible
by Lorin Hochstein • 2014
No agents required. Automate configuration and deployment with playbooks you can actually read.
3.88
270
Ansible Summary
Ansible 90%
No agents required. Automate configuration and deployment with playbooks you can actually read.
by Lorin Hochstein 2014
3.88
270 ratings
A Common-Sense Guide to Data Structures and Algorithms
by Jay Wengrow • 2017
The algorithm knowledge that turns working code into fast code, explained without the math degree.
4.39
603
A Common-Sense Guide to Data Structures and Algorithms Summary
A Common-Sense Guide to Data Structures and Algorithms 90%
The algorithm knowledge that turns working code into fast code, explained without the math degree.
by Jay Wengrow 2017
4.39
603 ratings
Python for Geeks
by Muhammad Asif • 2021
Machine learning from notebook to production: Python libraries, data prep, and deployment paths.
4.50
8
Python for Geeks Summary
Python for Geeks 90%
Machine learning from notebook to production: Python libraries, data prep, and deployment paths.
by Muhammad Asif 2021
4.50
8 ratings
Exploring Arduino
by Jeremy Blum • 2013
From a blinking LED to a web-connected robot: master Arduino's full range through hands-on projects.
4.28
281
Exploring Arduino Summary
Exploring Arduino 90%
From a blinking LED to a web-connected robot: master Arduino's full range through hands-on projects.
by Jeremy Blum 2013
4.28
281 ratings
Practical Statistics for Data Scientists
by Peter Bruce • 2017
The statistical methods data scientists use daily, from boxplots to bootstrap, minus the proofs.
4.02
545
Practical Statistics for Data Scientists Summary
Practical Statistics for Data Scientists 90%
The statistical methods data scientists use daily, from boxplots to bootstrap, minus the proofs.
by Peter Bruce 2017
4.02
545 ratings
HTML5
by Mark Pilgrim • 2010
Plugins are dying: video, graphics, and storage now live in the browser itself. Here is how.
3.97
653
HTML5 Summary
HTML5 90%
Plugins are dying: video, graphics, and storage now live in the browser itself. Here is how.
by Mark Pilgrim 2010
3.97
653 ratings
Google Hacks
by Rael Dornfest • 2003
Hidden syntax, tools, and 800 million Usenet messages: how to find anything with Google.
3.68
301
Google Hacks Summary
Google Hacks 90%
Hidden syntax, tools, and 800 million Usenet messages: how to find anything with Google.
by Rael Dornfest 2003
3.68
301 ratings
Real-World Bug Hunting
by Peter Yaworski • 2019
Twenty classes of web vulnerabilities, how to spot them, and how to write bounty-winning reports.
4.20
143
Real-World Bug Hunting Summary
Real-World Bug Hunting 90%
Twenty classes of web vulnerabilities, how to spot them, and how to write bounty-winning reports.
by Peter Yaworski 2019
4.20
143 ratings
Understanding Software
by Max Kanat-Alexander • 2017
Code that's easy to write is hard to maintain. Here's how to flip that equation.
3.58
179
Understanding Software Summary
Understanding Software 90%
Code that's easy to write is hard to maintain. Here's how to flip that equation.
by Max Kanat-Alexander 2017
3.58
179 ratings
Building Secure and Reliable Systems
by Heather Adkins • 2020
Build systems that survive attacks and accidents. Google's framework for reliable, secure software.
3.89
199
Building Secure and Reliable Systems Summary
Building Secure and Reliable Systems 90%
Build systems that survive attacks and accidents. Google's framework for reliable, secure software.
by Heather Adkins 2020
3.89
199 ratings
Smashing WordPress
by Thord Daniel Hedengren • 2010
Take WordPress beyond blogging with themes, custom post types, and the loop for any site.
3.76
247
Smashing WordPress Summary
Smashing WordPress 90%
Take WordPress beyond blogging with themes, custom post types, and the loop for any site.
by Thord Daniel Hedengren 2010
3.76
247 ratings
Once Upon an Algorithm
by Martin Erwig • 2017
What Hansel and Gretel, Sherlock Holmes, and Groundhog Day can teach you about algorithms.
3.63
265
Once Upon an Algorithm Summary
Once Upon an Algorithm 90%
What Hansel and Gretel, Sherlock Holmes, and Groundhog Day can teach you about algorithms.
by Martin Erwig 2017
3.63
265 ratings
HTML and CSS
by Jon Duckett • 2011
HTML and CSS are the web's building blocks. This visual guide shows you how to lay them.
4.30
5k+
HTML and CSS Summary
HTML and CSS 90%
HTML and CSS are the web's building blocks. This visual guide shows you how to lay them.
by Jon Duckett 2011
4.30
5k+ ratings
Designing Data-Intensive Applications
by Martin Kleppmann • 2015
Networks fail, clocks drift, consensus is elusive. The big ideas behind systems that work anyway.
4.70
11k+
Designing Data-Intensive Applications Summary
Designing Data-Intensive Applications 90%
Networks fail, clocks drift, consensus is elusive. The big ideas behind systems that work anyway.
by Martin Kleppmann 2015
4.70
11k+ ratings
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