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  BLEED - Destroying Myths and...

  Tracey Lindeman

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  Have you ever been told that your pain is imaginary? That feeling better just takes yoga, CBD oil, and the blood of a unicorn on a full moon? That's the reality of the more than 190 million people suffering the excruciating condition known as endometriosis. This disease affecting one in ten cis women and uncounted numbers of others is chronically overlooked, underfunded, and misunderstood—and improperly treated across the medical system. Discrimination and medical gaslighting are rife in endo care, often leaving patients worse off. 
   
   
   
  Journalist Tracey Lindeman knows it all too well. Decades of suffering from endometriosis propelled the creation of BLEED—part memoir, part investigative journalism, and all scathing indictment of how the medical system fails patients. Through extensive interviews and research, BLEED tracks the modern endo experience to the origins of medicine and how the system gained its power by marginalizing women. Using an intersectional lens, BLEED dives into how the system perpetuates misogyny, racism, classism, ageism, transphobia, fatphobia, and other prejudices to this day. 
   
   
   
  BLEED isn't a self-help book. It's an evidence file and an eye-opening, enraging book. It will validate those who have been gaslit, mistreated, or ignored by medicine and spur listeners to fight for nothing short of revolution.

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  Cryptids: How We Know They are Real

  James Maxey

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  When you stare into the shadows... do the shadows stare back? 
  Sasquatch! Mothman! Nessie! The Jackalope! Many cryptids are famous, but which ones are real? Search beyond blurry photos and sketchy eye-witness accounts to examine physical evidence of cryptids that shows... how we know they are real. 
  Sample passages: 
  From Chapter 1 
  "Studying cryptids sharpens the mental tools needed to cut through the thickets of misleading and incomplete evidence. The skills you’ll practice as you judge the existence of Bigfoot can be used to analyze any number of scientific, commercial, political, or philosophical claims. The study of cryptids can lead the open-minded explorer into a better understanding and appreciation of our world. 
  From Chapter 16 
  "The giant squid swims through deep, dark seas surrounded by things we’ll never see, and can’t imagine. 
  In this light, the fact that anyone would state that we’ve already discovered every large creature in the wild is a foolish claim. Just because something is unknown isn’t proof that it’s unreal. If someone tells you a certain cryptid doesn’t exist, there’s no reason to accept that as the final word. There can be no final word. Reality is still being discovered and understood, and there’s an infinite supply of the unknown to transform into the knowable."

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  Neural Networks For Beginners -...

  Rayan Murray

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  This comprehensive guide is tailored for beginners, providing a clear and accessible introduction to the captivating world of neural networks. Whether you're a student eager to grasp the fundamentals or an enthusiast seeking to unravel the mysteries of AI, this book serves as your gateway to the transformative realm of neural networks. 
  Starting with the basics, the book explores the fundamental concepts, drawing inspiration from the intricacies of the human brain. Readers will delve into the different types of neural networks, from feedforward to recurrent and convolutional architectures, gaining a nuanced understanding of their diverse applications. 
  With a strong foundation laid, the book navigates through the mathematical underpinnings of neural networks, making concepts like linear algebra and calculus accessible to all. The journey continues with practical insights into popular frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, guiding readers in selecting the tools that suit their needs. 
  Armed with this knowledge, readers will embark on the exhilarating process of building their first neural network. From data preparation to network architecture, the book demystifies each step, ensuring readers are equipped to undertake this exciting endeavor. Training the neural network is explored in depth, covering essential topics like loss functions, backpropagation, and gradient descent. 
  "Neural Networks Unveiled" is not just a guide; it's an invitation to join the ranks of those shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Whether you aspire to contribute to cutting-edge research or apply neural networks to real-world challenges, this book empowers you to take the next step in your AI journey. Unveil the secrets of neural networks and embark on a transformative adventure into the boundless possibilities of artificial intelligence. 
   

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  PHP - Advanced PHP Functions

  Andy Vickler

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  Are you a programmer interested in getting a deeper understanding of the concepts, features, and tools in the PHP programming language? 
  Would you like to develop faster and easy-to-use programs using PHP? Or are you stuck in a certain PHP area and would like a solution to your problem? 
  PHP is a fantastic programming language with simple fundamentals. If you learn PHP now, you'll be able to build anything from a basic contact form to a full-fledged web application. You'll also discover how to set up a mailing list and a content management system. 
  Having stated that, this audiobook will show you how to achieve it. We'll also show you how to create PHP applications that tackle real-world issues. Because PHP is a web based language, having a basic understanding of HTML and CSS will be beneficial. Still, if you're new to HTML and CSS, this is a good place to start. Don't worry; HTML and CSS are as simple as one, two, and three. 
  PHP is considered among the most important languages to use in programming. 
  Why? 
  Because it adds a lot of functionality to websites created in HTML. 
  It is a general-purpose language even if the major reason it was designed is to generate web pages.

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  Eric Sloane's Weather Book

  Eric Sloane

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  "Eric Sloane's Weather Book" is a captivating and educational journey into the world of weather and meteorology, crafted by the renowned artist and author Eric Sloane. This classic work, first published in 1952, remains a cherished resource for weather enthusiasts, students, and anyone fascinated by the natural world. Sloane's ability to blend art and science is on full display, as he combines his exquisite illustrations with clear, engaging explanations of weather phenomena.The book begins with an introduction to basic weather concepts, such as the composition of the atmosphere and the process of cloud formation. Sloane then delves into more specific topics, including different types of clouds, precipitation, storms, and atmospheric pressure. Each chapter is richly illustrated with Sloane's distinctive drawings, which not only enhance the text but also serve as valuable visual aids for understanding complex ideas.Sloane's narrative is both informative and accessible, making intricate meteorological concepts easy to grasp. He explains how to read weather maps, understand weather forecasts, and recognize the signs of impending weather changes. The book also explores historical weather events and their impact on human activities, adding a layer of historical context to the scientific content.Throughout the book, Sloane's passion for weather and his deep appreciation for nature shine through. His writing is infused with a sense of wonder and respect for the forces that shape our environment. "Eric Sloane's Weather Book" is not just a textbook on meteorology; it is a work of art that inspires readers to observe and appreciate the ever-changing sky.Whether you are a budding meteorologist, a seasoned weather watcher, or simply someone who enjoys learning about the natural world, "Eric Sloane's Weather Book" offers a delightful and enriching reading experience. Its timeless blend of art and science ensures that it will continue to be a valuable and beloved reference for generations to come.

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  Hands-On Large Language Models -...

  Maarten Grootendorst, Jay Alammar

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  AI has acquired startling new language capabilities in just the past few years. Driven by rapid advances in deep learning, language AI systems are able to write and understand text better than ever before. This trend is enabling new features, products, and entire industries. With this book, listeners will learn practical tools and concepts they need to use these capabilities today. 
   
   
   
  You'll understand how to use pretrained large language models for use cases like copywriting and summarization; create semantic search systems that go beyond keyword matching; and use existing libraries and pretrained models for text classification, search, and clusterings. 
   
   
   
  This book also helps you understand the architecture of Transformer language models that excel at text generation and representation; build advanced LLM pipelines to cluster text documents and explore the topics they cover; build semantic search engines that go beyond keyword search, using methods like dense retrieval and rerankers; explore how generative models can be used, from prompt engineering all the way to retrieval-augmented generation; and gain a deeper understanding of how to train LLMs and optimize them for specific applications using generative model fine-tuning, contrastive fine-tuning, and in-context learning.

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