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  The Security Guard Handbook...

  Cesare Bisbocci, Kennedy Kao

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  This is the ultimate security guard handbook created by expert instructors at Flex Point Academy for both beginners and veterans alike. Security guard hopefuls will find this book invaluable for studying to pass the official Ontario security guard exam to earn their security guard licence. The security guard handbook also doubles as a useful reference in the field for new and seasoned guards alike. 
  In order to best prepare for a career in security, this handbook covers the following topics in great detail: 
  - Introduction to the security industry 
  - PSISA and the code of conduct 
  - Basic and advanced security procedures 
  - Report writing fundamentals 
  - Health and safety 
  - Emergency response preparation 
  - The Canadian legal system 
  - Effective communication 
  - Sensitivity training 
  - Use of force theory 
  - Level C First Aid & Security 
  - Official ministry exam study tips

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  Weird Geography Facts That Will...

  Melanie Roach

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  Drift into deep sleep with weird geography facts designed to soothe insomnia through low-stimulation learning.
   
  Transform your nightly wind-down into a peaceful escape where the only requirement is to let go. Designed for those moments when waking interest battles drowsy detachment, this audio experience uses a monotonous, soothing narration style to quiet a racing mind. It is the ideal companion for anyone seeking relief from stress or struggling to find a comfortable space for rest.
   
  Travel across soft landscapes, bending borders, and silent rivers without the pressure to memorize a single detail. The continuous narrative creates a loose blanket of mild curiosity, allowing your thoughts to wander lazily over the planet’s surface. By smoothing every transition and slowing the pace, the text eliminates urgency and invites a state of meditative relaxation.
   
  What you will encounter on this slow-moving journey:
  
  Gentle Global Wandering: Absorb faintly surreal details about invisible lines, shifting lands, and remote islands without friction.
  Calming Motifs: Experience the measured passing of seasons and the steady lines of coasts as a rhythmic sleep aid.
  Background Education: Engage with small peculiarities and geographical oddities meant to fade into white noise as you drift off.
  
   
  Let the reassurance of the earth’s quiet rotation guide you toward slumber.

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  Why Nobody Understands Quantum...

  Frank Verstraete, Céline Broeckaert

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  This audiobook includes forewords read by the authors, Frank Verstraete and Céline Broeckaert.The International Bestseller'Ambitious . . . pleasingly full of cutting-edge topics - New Scientist'A physics book unlike any other. The scope, depth and artistry are breathtaking' – John Preskill, theoretical physicist and Feynman Professor of Theoretical Physics at CaltechQuantum physics is the cornerstone of our world. Yet, at the same time, it’s one of the hardest subjects for ordinary mortals to grasp.In Why Nobody Understands Quantum Physics, a husband-and-wife team — renowned physicist Frank Verstraete and writer Céline Broeckaert — demystifies this essential branch of science. Together, they unravel the reasons the universe behaves in its weird ways — and just why it’s so important to understand them.In this book, you will discover:How symmetry governs the universe.The untold stories of pioneering women in quantum science.How quantum principles power our gadgets and lives.The real essence behind quantum puzzles and discoveries. 
  Part-history and part-popular science, Why Nobody Understands Quantum Physics serves as a bridge between the complex world of quantum physics and the curious mind, simplifying without diluting and enlightening without overwhelming.'Entertaining, unorthodox and highly readable' – Professor Ian Stewart, bestselling co-author of The Science of Discworld'A delightful book for all those who do not speak the language of mathematics but are curious about the most beautiful of theories and their impact on our lives' – Barbara Terhal, theoretical physicist

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  Charles Babbage and Alan Turing:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Today, the world is in the midst of the transformative and ever-developing Digital Age, otherwise referred to as the “Age of Information.” It has been an unprecedented, remarkable, and explosive era marked by social media and computer-generated imagery (and with it, deep fakes), among other novel, previously unimaginable concepts. The bulky monitors and blocky towers of personal computers and laptops, which were once upon a time considered fashionable, futuristic contraptions, have since been replaced with a sleek and stylish array – both multi-functional and specialized – of aerodynamic, minimalistic devices, ranging from smartphones and tablets to lightweight laptops and full-fledged gaming set-ups packed with powerhouse processors. 
  While many are familiar with those facts, and a recent movie revived interest in Alan Turing’s achievements with computing during World War II, it was Charles Babbage who was the first to conceive the notion of a programmable and automatic universal computer, which, on top of its ability to calculate any mathematical equation at an unmatched speed, could also be used for a seemingly infinite number of other applications. In other words, he envisioned the precursor to the modern computer. 
  Given that he was the one who envisioned a concept so momentous that it ultimately led to the creation of what is now considered the world's first computer, many might be mistaken for thinking Alan Turing was the kind of suave, pipe-puffing dandy that many might associate with such a grand and futuristic idea. In reality, he was nothing of the sort. Turing was hardly the kind of two-dimensional, stereotypically bookish character whose light bulb suddenly went off during an experiment binge either. On the contrary, Alan was a gauche and grief-stricken 17-year-old schoolboy who would channel all the pain and confusion from his poignant heartbreak into his tireless research, paving the path for the deeply transformative Computer Age.

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  Estimating Construction...

  Michaela Stone

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  Estimating the cost of a project is critical to your business success. Done correctly, your company is profitable. Done wrong, you lose money. Michael Stone, a successful construction business consultant and trainer, shares his years of experience estimating residential projects in this manual. 
  If you're estimating remodeling, renovation, new homes, specialty work, or light commercial projects, this book is for you. The book is divided into multiple short chapters for easy reference, discussing:methods of estimatingdetails to tie downestimating laborlabor rates, how to calculate and which to useworking with other contractorsaccounting for errorsadjusting for difficultymaterial and installed allowancesmuch more 
  Estimating isn't difficult when you have a system. The purpose of this book is to help you create that system. It's an approach that helps you estimate without having to think about the process. An orderly approach makes estimating easier and more accurate. 
  Estimating is work, requiring dedication, focus, and practice to get right. It isn't as difficult when you have a system in place. The size of the project might vary but the process doesn't change. This book is about learning the process. 
  This book doesn't guarantee perfect estimates or a profit on your jobs. It's up to you to do the work. By following the principles, the system you develop will improve the ease and accuracy of your estimates, and that will make your company more profitable. 
  Written and narrated by Michael Stone, author of Markup & Profit; A Contractor’s Guide Revisited, a top-selling business management book for the construction industry, and Profitable Sales: A Contractor's Guide, a guide to successfully navigating the world of residential remodeling and specialty sales.

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  Python for Big Data - Clear...

  Ben Rizer

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  In the age of Big Data, organizations are leveraging vast amounts of information to drive innovation, make data-driven decisions, and solve complex problems. Python for Big Data is a comprehensive guide that explores the powerful role Python plays in managing, processing, and analyzing large datasets efficiently. Whether you're new to the world of data or an experienced developer seeking to deepen your skills, this book provides a step-by-step journey through Python's big data ecosystem. 
  The book begins by introducing Python’s fundamental data handling libraries like Pandas and NumPy, and scales up to working with distributed computing tools such as Dask and Apache Spark. You'll learn to process and analyze structured and unstructured data, build machine learning models with Scikit-learn and SparkML, and delve into deep learning with frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. 
  From setting up your Python environment to building real-time data pipelines using Apache Kafka and PySpark Streaming, this book covers the entire data lifecycle. You’ll also learn how to visualize large datasets, optimize performance, and scale your Python applications across distributed environments with Docker and Kubernetes. 
  With practical case studies from industries like retail, healthcare, and social media analytics, Python for Big Data combines theory with real-world applications to equip you with the skills necessary to tackle big data challenges. Whether you're managing petabytes of data, building predictive models, or automating analytics, this book is your ultimate guide to using Python effectively in big data environments. 
   

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