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  The Dementia Care Toolkit - Real...

  Natali Edmonds

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  Practical strategies that work when dementia behaviors feel impossible to manage 
   
  In The Dementia Care Toolkit, board-certified geropsychologist Dr. Natali Edmonds delivers what the healthcare system cannot—practical, compassionate strategies that actually work in real homes when behaviors won't stop and caregivers don't know what to do next. Unlike clinical textbooks that explain what dementia is, this toolkit shows caregivers what they can do. Edmonds provides clear strategies to respond effectively in the moment, reduce how often difficult behaviors happen, and prevent them altogether. The emphasis on both real-time response and proactive prevention sets this approach apart from generic advice. 
   
  Listeners will also find: concrete, actionable tools tested with thousands of families that replace panic with a clear plan for challenging moments; behavior-specific strategies rooted in real-life situations and caregiver stories, not textbook theory that falls apart in practice; guidance from an Iraq war veteran and geropsychologist who understands both high-stress situations and the emotional toll of caregiving; proactive prevention techniques that help caregivers reduce the frequency of difficult behaviors before they escalate into crises; and compassionate support for managing caregiver guilt, fear, and burnout while building confidence in even the hardest caregiving moments. 
   
  The Dementia Care Toolkit serves family caregivers navigating daily behavioral challenges at home. Healthcare professionals, support group leaders, and aging organizations will also find practical resources for the families they serve.

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  NIST CSF 20 - Your essential...

  Andrew Pattison

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  A concise introduction to the NIST CSF 2.0The NIST CSF (Cybersecurity Framework) 2.0 is designed to protect organizations from cyber attacks. Although the CSF was developed to help US organizations involved in infrastructure to systematically organize their critical activities and ensure they remain up to date, Version 2.0 states that "The CSF is designed to be used by organizations of all sizes and sectors, including industry, government, academia, and nonprofit organizations, regardless of the maturity level of their cybersecurity programs." NIST 2.0 is an effective and flexible framework that is well-known across the US, and increasingly across the rest of the world. It also aligns closely with ISO 27001 and ISO 22301, and all three standards can operate concurrently.This audiobook will help you understand how to:- Begin implementing the NIST CSF 2.0 in your organization- Build a cybersecurity program, adapt an existing one, or review existing security practices- Integrate the NIST CSF 2.0 with other frameworks such as ISO 27001 and ISO 22301Organizations that comply with the NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, and ISO 22301 demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity to current and prospective stakeholders.

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  Edge AI & Edge Computing -...

  Sam Miley

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  Smarter. Faster. Closer to the action. 
  The future of intelligent technology isn't in distant data centers — it's at the edge. From self-driving cars and smart cameras to industrial automation and personalized healthcare, Edge AI is powering a new generation of ultra-responsive, real-time systems. 
  In this action-oriented guide, you’ll discover how Edge AI and edge computing work together to deliver lightning-fast insights, reduced latency, and privacy-first intelligence — all without relying on the cloud. Whether you're building IoT solutions, optimizing machine learning pipelines, or leading digital transformation, this book gives you the competitive edge. 
  Inside, you’ll learn how to: 
  •	Build scalable edge architectures with real-time processing 
  •	Deploy AI models on devices from smartphones to sensors 
  •	Optimize for speed, bandwidth, and offline functionality 
  •	Use tools like NVIDIA Jetson, TensorFlow Lite, and edge containers 
  •	Apply edge AI in smart cities, retail, healthcare, and industry 4.0 
  If your business depends on fast decisions, smart automation, and powerful user experiences — this book shows you how to put intelligence where it matters most. At the edge.

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  Echoes of the Rainforest - A...

  Greg Cetus

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  Immerse yourself in the lush depths of a tropical rainforest, where a gentle gurgling stream meanders through the undergrowth, creating a soothing foundation of natural ambience. Distant yet distinct, a variety of forest birds call to one another, their songs echoing softly through the dense foliage. Over time, faint insect sounds emerge—subtle trills and rhythmic pulses—adding layers of life to the evolving soundscape. A light but continuous shower of debris falls from the canopy above, hinting at unseen movement in the treetops. This immersive binaural recording captures the delicate balance of serenity and subtle activity, offering listeners a calming escape into nature’s quiet rhythms—ideal for meditation, relaxation, or reconnecting with the living heart of the wild.

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  Testing in Software Development

  Jim D Johnston

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  Deliver high-quality software with confidence by mastering the principles, techniques, and best practices of modern software testing. 
  Testing in Software Development is a comprehensive guide to ensuring software quality throughout the entire development lifecycle. Designed for developers, testers, quality assurance professionals, project managers, and technology students, this book provides a practical understanding of how testing helps identify defects, reduce risks, and improve the reliability, performance, and security of software applications. 
  From traditional testing approaches to modern automated testing strategies, this book explores the methodologies, tools, and processes used by successful software teams to deliver dependable products in fast-paced development environments. 
  Inside, you will discover:The foundations of software testing and quality assuranceThe role of testing in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing methodologiesFunctional and non-functional testing techniquesTest planning, test case design, and defect managementAutomated testing frameworks and toolsPerformance, load, stress, and security testing practicesAgile testing and continuous testing in DevOps environmentsTest-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD)Metrics, reporting, and quality improvement strategiesReal-world case studies and industry best practices 
  Testing in Software Development provides the knowledge and practical insights needed to create reliable, efficient, and high-performing software systems.

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  100 Great Scientists Who Changed...

  John Balchin

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  'If I saw further than others it is because I was standing on the shoulders of giants.' 
  - Sir Isaac Newton 
   
  This audiobook introduces 100 of these giants of scientific discovery: the men and women who, often in the face of extreme skepticism or worse, have striven and succeeded in pushing back the boundaries of human knowledge. Ranging across the spectrum of scientific endeavor, from the cosmology of Copernicus and Galileo, to the medical revolutions of Hippocrates and Galen, it includes the fields of physics, biology, chemistry and genetics. 
   
  Spanning from the ancient world to the 20th century, these figures include:AristotleLeonardo di VinciBenjamin FranklinIsaac NewtonStephen Hawking 
   
  100 Great Scientists Who Changed the World provides riveting insight into the men and women who shaped the world today.

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