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  Gardening - Greenhouses...

  Maria Garrets

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  This book consists of 3 titles: 
  Greenhouse: Greenhouse gardening offers numerous benefits beyond extending the growing season. It provides a controlled environment that protects plants from pests, diseases, and extreme weather conditions, creating an ideal microclimate for optimal growth. With precise control over temperature, humidity, and light levels, gardeners can cultivate a wide range of plants that might not thrive in their local climate otherwise. Greenhouses also allow for efficient use of space, enabling vertical gardening, hydroponic systems, and other innovative cultivation techniques. Additionally, greenhouse gardening promotes sustainability by reducing water consumption, minimizing the need for chemical pesticides, and enabling year-round production of fresh, locally grown produce. 
  Horticulture: Horticulture encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including plant biology, genetics, soil science, entomology, plant pathology, and environmental science. It involves understanding the specific needs of different plant species, such as their preferred growing conditions, nutritional requirements, and pest and disease management strategies. 
  Irrigation Systems: An irrigation system is a method used to supply water to crops or landscapes in a controlled manner, typically to assist with crop growth or maintain landscapes. There are various types of irrigation systems, including drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, and flood irrigation, each with its own advantages and applications.

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  African Artificial Intelligence...

  Mark Nasila

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  Artificial intelligence (AI) is upending life, work, and play as we know it, and it's only just getting started. The rise of AI is a milestone on par with the discovery of fire, the invention of the wheel, and the creation of the internet. In short, AI is going to change everything. For some, that's an exciting prospect. For others, it's terrifying. However you feel about AI, there's no escaping it, whether you're in a global metropolis or a farmer in rural KwaZulu-Natal.
  Dr Mark Nasila has been watching AI's ascent for over a decade, studying its effects on everything from agriculture and aviation to healthcare, education, entertainment, crime prevention, energy management, policy creation, finance, and anything in between, and applying them to his role at one of South Africa's most successful financial institutions, First National Bank, a division of FirstRand Group.
  African Artificial Intelligence is a comprehensive and fascinating journey, tracing the rise of AI and its evolution into the emerging technology underpinning all others – from connected devices and smart chatbots to the metaverse. Mark combines unexpected use cases and tales of cutting-edge innovation with a unique and potent argument: harnessing AI to solve Africa's problems requires embracing it from an African perspective.
  African nations can't afford to simply import AI solutions from afar. Instead, Mark contends, they need to rework, remix, and refine AI so it's able to meet uniquely African challenges in uniquely African ways, and to take advantage of the once-in-a-generation opportunity AI represents for every industry, sector, and person, everywhere.

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  Building Decentralized...

  Shri Raghu Thiyagharajan

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  The Definitive Guide to Mastering Ethereum-Powered Applications
  Book Description
  Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the digital world, offering transparency, security, and decentralization. This book, Building Decentralized Applications with Ethereum and Solidity, serves as a comprehensive guide to mastering blockchain development using Ethereum, the most widely adopted platform for decentralized applications (DApps). Designed for developers, blockchain enthusiasts, and professionals, it provides a clear understanding of blockchain concepts while equipping readers with practical skills to create secure and scalable smart contracts.
  The book begins with the fundamentals, introducing blockchain technology, cryptography, and the architecture of platforms including Bitcoin and Ethereum. It then delves into advanced topics, including Solidity programming, smart contract development, and tokenization standards such as ERC20 and ERC721. Readers will learn to develop, deploy, and test DApps while exploring critical areas such as security best practices, scalability solutions, and the future of blockchain technology.
  Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Blockchain Technology
  2. Cryptography, Wallets, and Exchanges
  3. Consensus Mechanisms and the Blockchain Trilemma
  4. Bitcoin Architecture and Monetary Policy
  5. Getting Started with Ethereum
  6. Smart Contracts and Decentralized Applications (DApps)
  7. Solidity Programming Fundamentals
  8. Advanced Solidity and Smart Contract Development
  9. Tokenization and Token Standards
  10. Development Tools and Frameworks
  11. Security and Best Practices in Smart Contract Development
  12. Scaling Solutions and the Future of Ethereum
  13. Blockchain Applications Across Industries      
  
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  This Contested Land - The...

  McKenzie Long

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  One woman's enlightening trek through the natural histories, cultural stories, and present perils of thirteen national monuments 
   
   
   
  Starting amid the sagebrush of Bears Ears National Monument on the eve of the Trump Administration's decision to reduce the site by eighty-five percent, McKenzie Long climbs sandstone cliffs, is awed by Ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings, and is intrigued by 4,000-year-old petroglyphs. She hikes through remote pink canyons recently removed from the boundary of Grand Staircase–Escalante, skis to a backcountry hut in Maine to view a truly dark night sky, snorkels in warm Hawaiian waters to plumb the meaning of marine preserves, volunteers near the most contaminated nuclear site in the US, and witnesses firsthand the diverse forms of devotion evoked by the Rio Grande. In essays both contemplative and resonant, this book confronts an unjust past and imagines a collaborative future that bears witness to these regions' enduring Indigenous connections. 
   
   
   
  From climate change realities to volatile tensions between economic development and environmental conservation, practical and philosophical issues arise as Long seeks the complicated and often overlooked stories of these incomparable places. Her journey emphasizes in clear and urgent terms the unique significance of, and grave threats to, these contested lands.

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  The Digital Transformation -...

  Craig Dames

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  Digital transformation is reshaping industries and altering how businesses operate, engage with customers, and deliver value. In its most fundamental form, digital transformation involves integrating digital technologies into all areas of a business, leading to fundamental changes in how organizations operate and deliver value to customers. It's not just about adopting new technologies; it’s about rethinking business processes, culture, and customer interactions. This transformation is driven by various factors, including rapid advancements in technology, the increasing reliance on data, and changing consumer expectations. 
  The evolution of technology has been a critical enabler of digital transformation. Over the past few decades, businesses have moved from traditional, manual processes to adopting digital solutions such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. This shift has allowed companies to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and provide more personalized customer experiences. The rise of smartphones, social media, and the internet of things (IoT) has further accelerated the pace of change, creating new opportunities and challenges for businesses across all sectors. 
  One of the key drivers of digital transformation is the need for organizations to remain competitive in an increasingly digital world. Companies that fail to adapt to these changes risk falling behind as competitors leverage new technologies to enhance their offerings and customer interactions. Digital transformation enables businesses to automate processes, reduce operational costs, and improve decision-making by harnessing the power of data. Furthermore, it fosters greater innovation by allowing companies to experiment with new business models and services that were previously not possible.

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  Spring Ayurvedic Cleanse - A 14...

  Noah Volz

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  What would your body be like if you felt light, flexible, and strong?What would your mind be like if you felt focused, engaged, and awake?What would your soul be like if you felt connected, aligned, and purposeful?Are you ready to find out? This book guides you through a seasonal approach that will unlock the transformative powers of your body through Ayurveda. This is accomplished by removing stagnation (Kapha) in your body, mind, and soul.Kapha can lead to being overweight, feeling stagnant, and being greedy.Not only will this book provide you with a step by step guide to reducing Kapha. It is also packed with cooking techniques and recipes that will turn your meals into nourishment and healing. You will both learn about Ayurveda and fresh, seasonal recipes that help you create and maintain balance. This book includes template meals, shopping lists and everything you will need to jump start your body this Spring.

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