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  Hobbies - Learn about Bird...

  Sophie Henner

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  This book contains 6 titles of different hobbies to explore: 
  Bird Watching - Bird watching, also known as birding, is a recreational activity where individuals observe and study birds in their natural habitats. It can range from casual observation in one's backyard to more serious pursuits involving travel to specific locations to see rare or interesting bird species. 
  Genealogy - Genealogy delves into the complex web of family relationships and historical contexts that shape individual and collective identities. It often begins with an inquiry into one's own family background, such as understanding the origins and branches of one’s family tree. Researchers use various resources, including birth, marriage, and death records, census data, military records, and immigration documents, to trace the lineage and connections of family members across generations. 
  Larping - Live Action Role Playing, commonly known as LARP, is a form of role-playing game where participants embody their characters physically and interact within a structured narrative. Unlike traditional tabletop role-playing games, LARP involves players dressing in costumes, using props, and engaging in live-action scenarios that unfold in real-time. 
  Metal Detecting - Metal detecting involves using a metal detector, an electronic device designed to find metal objects nearby. These devices vary in form, from handheld wands to large industrial machines. 
  Podcasting - Podcasting has revolutionized the way we consume content, offering a platform for voices from all walks of life to share their stories, expertise, and passions with a global audience. 
  Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up comedy, as a form of entertainment, has deep roots that trace back through various historical and cultural practices of humor and performance.

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  Milk

  Matthew Evans

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  A powerful, entertaining and, at times, eviscerating commentary on the most controversial of original superfoods. 
   
  Milk. It's in our coffee, on our cereal. We see it in processed form – yoghurt, butter, cheese, skimmed and lactose free. It's there in almond form, or made from oats or soy, and is as lauded as the 'perfect' food or lambasted as not fit for human consumption and a toxic planet killer, depending on who you trust. Which type you drink, whether you were raised on breastmilk, what you think of it, is affected by culture, biology and fashion. How you view it is driven by your gender and your politics, as well as your geography. 
   
  The miracle liquid has suffered an image problem. It has been used to keep people poor, to keep women subjugated, and to build corporate and medical careers. It's been blamed for climate change, the breakdown of human health, and an enabler of the industrial revolution. From perfect food to pariah, milk's role in life has often been debased. 
   
  Milk celebrates the majesty of this noble liquid, and delves into the pretenders to its throne, from formula to Mylk. It looks at the transformation of what a milk-producer eats into one of the most nutrient dense foods available, and how that can be transformed again into the butter, cheese and clotted cream that we know and love today. It's an exploration of the science, history and politics of what makes mammals different from every other life form on earth.

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  Mastering Design Patterns for...

  Manish Saini

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  Master Layered Test Automation and Build Integrate and Deploy with Confidence
  Book Description
  In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, ensuring application quality requires a strategic approach to test automation. Mastering Design Patterns for Layered Testing empowers you with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and optimize automation across UI, API, and backend layers using Python’s powerful ecosystem.
  Starting with foundational concepts like test design patterns and the Test Pyramid, the book delves into practical implementations of unit testing, integration testing, API testing, and contract testing. You’ll learn how to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, generate detailed test reports with Allure, and address modern testing challenges such as microservices and containerized environments. Real-world case studies illustrate how to apply these techniques in production settings.
  A dedicated chapter on Generative AI in testing explores its applications in test case generation and test data creation. Whether you're an intermediate tester looking to enhance your automation skills or an experienced professional seeking to learn advanced strategies, this book provides the expertise needed to build scalable and reliable test automation frameworks that drive software quality and efficiency. Stay ahead of the curve—master next-gen test automation before it’s too late!
  Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Strategic Test Design
  2. Understanding Test Design Patterns
  3. Unit Testing Strategies
  4. Integration Testing Approaches
  5. API Testing Techniques
  6. Contract Testing
  7. Distributing Tests Across UI, API, and Backend Layers
  8. Integrating Tests into CI/CD Pipelines
  9. Advanced CI/CD Strategies
  10. Future of Test Automation
  11. Leveraging Generative AI in Testing      
  
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  Theoretical Foundations -...

  Mark Hedges

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  Delve into the fundamental principles that govern our universe with this comprehensive three-part volume exploring the bedrock theories of physics. From the elegant mathematics of motion to the mind-bending concepts of quantum mechanics, this meticulously crafted work provides both students and enthusiasts with a deep understanding of the laws that shape our physical reality.  
  Classical Mechanics unveils the mathematical framework that describes the motion of objects from subatomic particles to celestial bodies. Journey through Newton's laws of motion and universal gravitation to the sophisticated formulations of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Discover how these principles not only explain everyday phenomena but also laid the groundwork for all subsequent physical theories. 
  Classical Electrodynamics illuminates the profound connection between electricity and magnetism unified by Maxwell's equations. Explore the behavior of electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, and the principles that enable modern technologies from power generation to telecommunications. Understand how these theories revolutionized our conception of physical reality and led to Einstein's special theory of relativity. 
  Concepts of Modern Physics bridges the gap between classical theories and the revolutionary ideas of 20th-century physics. Examine the quantum mechanical picture of the subatomic world, where particles exhibit wave-like properties and certainty gives way to probability. Explore special and general relativity, where time and space become relative concepts, and matter and energy reveal themselves as two aspects of the same fundamental reality. 
  This accessible yet rigorous volume features clear explanations, illustrative examples, and challenging problems that develop both intuitive understanding and mathematical facility.

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  Big Data for Beginners -...

  Brian Paul

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  Embark on a journey of discovery with "Big Data for Beginners," a comprehensive guide designed for those eager to unravel the complexities of the data-driven world. In an age where information reigns supreme, understanding Big Data is not just an advantage – it's a necessity. 
  "Big Data for Beginners" is more than just a guide; it's your passport to understanding and harnessing the transformative power of data. Join the revolution, unlock the secrets, and shape the future with knowledge that empowers. 
   

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  The Lagoon - Encounters with the...

  James Michael Dorsey

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  Once a killing ground for whalers hunting a leviathan they called the "devilfish," the San Ignacio Lagoon in Baja, Mexico, is now an environmental and spiritual sanctuary—the only place in the world where animals in their natural aquatic environment routinely seek out human contact. A nursery for the gray whale since before recorded history, the lagoon and its stories, told here by James Michael Dorsey, illuminate the magic of human connection to animals, and what those bonds teach us about ourselves and our purpose on this shared planet. 
   
   
   
  Weaving two decades of San Ignacio adventures with the history of the lagoon, Dorsey vividly captures the lively people of Baja, like the mystical godfather of whale-watching, Pachico Mayoral, as well as the whales he's bonded with over the years, like Slackjaw, Patch, and Dervish. Looming over his journeys are the many dangers to the area, from the Mitsubishi Corporation's attempts to build salt works to plans for resort development on the Baja coast, to pollution and climate change, and even to the orcas who hunt the gray whales. 
   
   
   
  A tale of wondrous bonds between the intelligent, spirited gray whales and the people from around the world who come to this place to touch, kiss, and play with them—The Lagoon is a testament to the importance of preserving these animals and their natural habitats.

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