Parallel and High Performance Programming with Python

Fabio Nelli

Summary

Unleash the capabilities of Python and its libraries for solving high performance computational problems.

KEY FEATURES
- Explores parallel programming concepts and techniques for high-performance computing.
- Covers parallel algorithms, multiprocessing, distributed computing, and GPU programming.
- Provides practical use of popular Python libraries/tools like NumPy, Pandas, Dask, and TensorFlow.

DESCRIPTION
This book will teach you everything about the powerful techniques and applications of parallel computing, from the basics of parallel programming to the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of computing.
The book starts with an introduction to parallel programming and the different types of parallelism, including parallel programming with threads and processes. The book then delves into asynchronous programming, distributed Python, and GPU programming with Python, providing you with the tools you need to optimize your programs for distributed and high-performance computing.
The book also covers a wide range of applications for parallel computing, including data science, artificial intelligence, and other complex scientific simulations. You will learn about the challenges and opportunities presented by parallel computing for these applications and how to overcome them.
By the end of the book, you will have insights into the future of parallel computing, the latest research and developments in the field, and explore the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- Build faster, smarter, and more efficient applications for data analysis, machine learning, and scientific computing
- Implement parallel algorithms in Python
- Best practices for designing, implementing, and scaling parallel programs in Python

WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?
This book is aimed at software developers who wish to take their careers to the next level by improving their skills and learning about concurrent and parallel programming. It is also intended for Python developers who aspire to write fast and efficient programs, and for students who wish to learn the fundamentals of parallel computing and its practical uses.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction to Parallel Programming
2. Building Multithreaded Programs
3. Working with Multiprocessing and mpi4py Library
4. Asynchronous Programming with AsyncIO
5. Realizing Parallelism with Distributed Systems
6. Maximizing Performance with GPU Programming using CUDA
7. Embracing the Parallel Computing Revolution
8. Scaling Your Data Science Applications with Dask
9. Exploring the Potential of AI with Parallel Computing
10. Hands-on Applications of Parallel Computing

Available since: 04/13/2023.

Science & Technology

Other books that might interest you

Animal Soulmates: Stories of the...

Brenda Peterson

In Animal Soulmates: Stories of the Intimate Bond Between Humans and Animals, author and activist, Brenda Peterson, draws upon her lifelong relationship with animals, and the bond between the two species. The following includes her stories, "The Whale Who Adopted a Village," "The Dog Who Saved My Life," "When Wolves Return," "Animal Soulmates," and "Leopard and Silkie." For more information on Brenda's novels, stories and essays, please visit www.BrendaPetersonBooks.com and bpetersonauthor.substack.com. Cover photo credits include Dusan Veverolog (Unsplash.com), Tracey Conway (Husky pups), and Bob Peterson (Brenda Peterson with Mayauk, from the story "Beluga Baby” updated in Wild Chorus) from the anthology EdgeWalking on the Western Rim, Sasquatch Press.

Show book

Morning Motivation: Start Your...

Inner Light

Wake up with intention and ignite your day with Morning Motivation: Start Your Day With Purpose—a powerful audio companion designed to energize your mornings and align your mindset for success. This inspiring audiobook blends uplifting affirmations, focused visualization, and empowering guidance to help you rise with clarity, confidence, and drive. 
Whether you're chasing a big goal, navigating a busy schedule, or simply wanting to show up as your best self, these morning meditations will help you shake off doubt, reset your focus, and start each day on your terms. No more sluggish starts or scrolling through stress—just 10 to 15 minutes of purpose-filled audio to activate your motivation and inner strength. 
Perfect for listening during your morning routine, on your commute, or before diving into your workday, Morning Motivation sets the tone for productivity, positivity, and powerful intention. Every day is a fresh opportunity—this audiobook helps you seize it. 
Rise. Refocus. Move forward with purpose.

Show book

How To Use AI Without Coding -...

David Akpovi

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world—changing how we work, communicate, and live—and it’s happening faster than ever. According to PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers), AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, making it one of the most impactful technological revolutions of our time.
Yet for many, AI still feels like a private club reserved for scientists, engineers, and tech insiders. In the collective imagination, it belongs to an elite who speak a language too complex for the rest of us. But the truth is much simpler: AI is already part of our everyday life, and learning to use it is no longer a privilege, but an opportunity open to all.
This is How To Use AI Without Coding: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Life—an audiobook created to break down that barrier.
Inside, you'll immediately recognize where AI is already at work in your daily routines—on your phone, in your home, and through the tools you use every day. You will also learn how to save time and simplify tasks that once took hours. Discover how to automate repetitive work, generate detailed reports in one click, and even create high-quality, viral images and videos. Those impressive AI-generated projects you see online? You’ll finally understand how they work—and how to create them yourself, thanks to the clear, step-by-step guidance in this audiobook.
If you’ve ever wanted to understand Artificial Intelligence without feeling overwhelmed and at your own pace, this audiobook is the perfect place to start. It will show you that AI is not just for experts—it’s a powerful ally for your personal and professional growth, even if you have no technical background at all.
Listen now and start your AI journey.

Show book

Ethics and Bias in AI -...

Chuck Sherman

In an era defined by unprecedented technological advancements, "Ethics and Bias in AI: Guardians of Algorithmic Integrity" emerges as a compelling guide through the complex ethical landscape of AI. As the digital realm becomes increasingly intertwined with our lives, the need to ensure that artificial intelligence systems operate with fairness, transparency, and respect for human values has never been more urgent.
Within the pages of this thought-provoking book, readers embark on a captivating journey into the heart of AI ethics and bias. Delving beyond the buzzwords, it unravels the intricate workings of AI algorithms, demystifying the enigmatic processes that shape our digital experiences. From machine learning to deep learning, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of AI's underlying mechanisms, shedding light on the black box conundrum and revealing the fascinating interplay between technology and ethics.
Through captivating narratives and thought-provoking insights, "Ethics and Bias in AI: Guardians of Algorithmic Integrity" explores the ethical dilemmas that accompany AI's meteoric rise. It navigates through diverse ethical frameworks, offering readers a comprehensive toolkit to grapple with the moral complexities posed by AI's expanding influence. From autonomy and accountability to privacy and discrimination, the book sparks essential conversations about the ethical boundaries that should govern the development and deployment of AI systems.
In an age where technology shapes our world in unprecedented ways, this book serves as an essential compass, guiding us towards an AI-powered future that is just, inclusive, and ethically sound.

Show book

Running the Risk - From Shark...

David Burrett Reid

Key Selling Points: Accessible and entertaining, narrative-driven non-fiction book about the subject of risk. No other mass-market book that covers risk beyond business book.

Show book

Little Deaths All in a Row -...

Elizabeth Earley

“What do you think happens after we die?” has been Elizabeth Earley’s favorite conversation starter since the motorcycle accident that almost killed her. In Little Deaths All in a Row: Essays on Sex and Death, Earley delves into memories of past lovers and offers vivid portraits of the hospice patients she has worked with after recovering from her own near-fatal injuries. Tracing the many connections—philosophical, scientific, ethical, and spiritual—between sex and death, these lyric essays ponder the afterlife, pain and pleasure, quantum entanglement and love, and the “strange and painful goodness of being alive.”

Show book