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How to Solve It: Modern Heuristics»rank: 80768by: Zbigniew Michalewicz, David B. Fogel
: :This book is the only source that provides comprehensive, current, and correct information on problem solving using modern heuristics. It covers classic methods of optimization, including dynamic programming, the simplex method, and gradient techniques, as well as recent innovations such as simulated annealing, tabu search, and evolutionary computation. Integrated into the discourse is a series of problems and puzzles to challenge the reader. The book is written in a lively, engaging style and is intended for students and practitioners alike. Anyone who reads and understands the material in the book will be armed with the most powerful problem solving tools currently known. This second edition contains two new chapters, one on ... |
Schaum's Outline of Principles of Computer Science (Schaum's Outlines)»rank: 165450by: Carl Reynolds, Paul Tymann
: :Learn the essentials of computer science Schaum’s Outline of Principles of Computer Science provides a concise overview of the theoretical foundation of computer science. It also includes focused review of object-oriented programming using Java. |
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Learning with Kernels: Support Vector Machines, Regularization, Optimization, and Beyond (Adaptive Computation and Machine Learning)»rank: 56328by: Bernhard Schlkopf, Alexander J. Smola
: :In the 1990s, a new type of learning algorithm was developed, based on results from statistical learning theory: the Support Vector Machine (SVM). This gave rise to a new class of theoretically elegant learning machines that use a central concept of SVMs-kernels—for a number of learning tasks. Kernel machines provide a modular framework that can be adapted to different tasks and domains by the choice of the kernel function and the base algorithm. They are replacing neural networks in a variety of fields, including engineering, information retrieval, and bioinformatics. Learning with Kernels provides an introduction to SVMs and related kernel methods. Although the book begins with the basics, it also ... |
Practical Algorithms for Image Analysis with CD-ROM»rank: 109897by: Lawrence O'Gorman, Michael J. Sammon, Michael Seul
: :In classic 'cookbook style,' this book offers guided access for researchers and practitioners to techniques for the digital manipulation and analysis of images, ranging from the simplest steps to advanced functions. Drawing on their long experience as users and developers of image analysis algorithms and software, the authors present a description and implementation of the most suitable procedures in easy-to-use form. Each self-contained section treats a single operation, describing typical situations requiring that operation and discussing the algorithm and implementation. Sections start with a 'before' and 'after' pictorial example and a ready-reference listing typical applications, keywords, and related procedures. This new edition has additional sections on Gabor filtering and on ... |
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Text Mining Application Programming (Programming Series)»rank: 185474by: Manu Konchady
: :Text Mining Application Programming teaches software developers how to mine the vast amounts of information available on the Web, internal networks, and desktop files and turn it into usable data. The book helps developers understand the problems associated with managing unstructured text, and explains how to build your own mining tools using standard statistical methods from information theory, artificial intelligence, and operations research. Each of the topics covered are thoroughly explained and then a practical implementation is provided. The book begins with a brief overview of text data, where it can be found, and the typical search engines and tools used to search and gather this text. It details how ... |
Digital Fashion Illustration with Photoshopc and Illustratorc»rank: 220591by: Kevin Tallon
: :The fashion world has spoken: this book is essential for all visual artists! Kevin Tallon’s much-anticipated follow up to Creative Fashion Design with Illustrator(R),shows both students and professionals how to unleash their creativity and use the most popular software around. His new work provides valuable insight on how to create those stunning images that grace the covers of today’s elite fashion magazines; it’s a step-by-step technique guide just for fashion illustrators that covers everything from garment sketches and presentation boards to logos and graphics. Here, you’ll find tips and tricks for advanced layering, scanning, coloring, photo retouching, montages, and much more. Although the book provides instructions on the basics, don’t ... |
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Data Structures and Algorithms (Addison-Wesley Series in Computer Science and Information Pr)»rank: 289251by: Alfred V. Aho, Jeffrey D. Ullman, John E. Hopcroft
: :The fashion world has spoken: this book is essential for all visual artists! Kevin Tallon’s much-anticipated follow up to Creative Fashion Design with Illustrator(R),shows both students and professionals how to unleash their creativity and use the most popular software around. His new work provides valuable insight on how to create those stunning images that grace the covers of today’s elite fashion magazines; it’s a step-by-step technique guide just for fashion illustrators that covers everything from garment sketches and presentation boards to logos and graphics. Here, you’ll find tips and tricks for advanced layering, scanning, coloring, photo retouching, montages, and much more. Although the book provides instructions on the basics, don’t ... |
Combining Images with Photoshop Elements: Selecting, Layering, Masking, and Compositing»rank: 110122by: Ted LoCascio
: :If you thought Photoshop Elements was just for correcting and organizing photographs, this book will turn your head around. It opens up a whole new set of creative possibilities to explore as you learn how to combine images using this versatile program.' —Jan Kabili, author and trainer Create your own visual composite masterpieces Combine your digital photos with an artist's flair and create dazzling composites, thanks to Photoshop Elements and this comprehensive guide from an industry expert. Using great photography and expert design sense, author Ted LoCascio clearly shows how it's done, from simple tasks such as swapping an image background, to more advanced ones such as creating an abstract ... |
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Genetic Algorithms in Search, Optimization, and Machine Learning»rank: 296706by: David E. Goldberg
: :This book brings together - in an informal and tutorial fashion - the computer techniques, mathematical tools, and research results that will enable both students and practitioners to apply genetic algorithms to problems in many fields. Major concepts are illustrated with running examples, and major algorithms are illustrated by Pascal computer programs. No prior knowledge of GAs or genetics is assumed, and only a minimum of computer programming and mathematics background is required. 0201157675B07092001 Review:David Goldberg's Genetic Algorithms in Search, Optimization and Machine Learning is by far the bestselling introduction to genetic algorithms. Goldberg is one of the preeminent researchers in the field--he has published over 100 research articles ... |
Practical WPF Graphics Programming»rank: 53999by: Jack Xu
: :The Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) is a next generation graphics platform that is part of .NET 3.0 and .NET 3.5. It allows you to build advanced user interfaces that incorporate documents, media, 2D and 3D graphics, animations, and web-like characteristics. 'Practical WPF Graphics Programming' provides all the tools you need to develop professional graphics applications using WPF and C#. This book will be useful for WPF and C# programmers of all skill levels. It provides a complete and comprehensive explanation of the WPF graphics capability, and pays special attention to the details of code implementation. The book shows you how to create a variety of graphics ranging from simple 2D ... |