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  Otter Country - An Unexpected...

  Miriam Darlington

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  A plan formed in my mind. I would explore the places in this land that hid my grail. I would spend a whole year or longer, if that's what it took, wading through marshes, hiding between mossy rocks, paddling down rivers, and swimming in sea lochs; recording my journey through the seasons as I searched for wild otters. 
   
   
   
  Mysterious, graceful, and ever-clever, otters have captivated our imaginations, despite the fact that few people have encountered one in the wild. In Otter Country, celebrated nature writer Miriam Darlington captures the fascination she's had for these playful animals since childhood, and chronicles her immersive journey into their watery world. 
   
   
   
  Over the course of a single year, Darlington takes listeners on a winding expedition in pursuit of these elusive creatures—from her home in Devon, England, and through the wilds of Scotland, Wales, the Lake District, and the countryside of Cornwall. As she's drawn deeper into wilder habitats, trekking through changing landscapes, seasons, and weather, Darlington meets biologists, conservationists, fishing and hunting enthusiasts, and poets—enriching her understanding, admiration, and awe of the wild otter. With each encounter, she reveals the scientific, environmental, and cultural importance of this creature and the places it calls home.

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  Data Engineering Fundamentals...

  James Ferry

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  In the age of data-driven decision-making, the role of a data engineer has become more crucial than ever. "Data Engineering Fundamentals for Beginners: Mastering the Art of Building, Managing, and Scaling Data Systems" provides a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of data engineering, making it an essential read for beginners eager to navigate this vital field. 
  This book starts with the basics, explaining what data engineering is and how it fits into the larger context of data systems and data science. From there, it delves into the core topics that every aspiring data engineer must master, including data ingestion, storage, processing, and transformation. With practical insights on tools like Apache Kafka, Hadoop, Spark, and Airflow, readers will gain hands-on knowledge that spans the full spectrum of data engineering tasks. 
  "Data Engineering Fundamentals for Beginners" also covers critical aspects like data quality, governance, and integration, ensuring that readers understand not just how to handle data, but how to maintain its integrity and relevance in a complex business environment. Additionally, the book explores the future of data engineering, discussing emerging technologies and trends that are shaping the field. 
  "Data Engineering Fundamentals for Beginners is your gateway to becoming a proficient data engineer in today’s data-centric world. 
   

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  The AI Product Playbook -...

  Dr. Marily Nika, Diego Granados

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  The AI Product Playbook: Strategies, Skills, and Frameworks for the AI-Driven Product Manager, by Dr. Marily Nika and Diego Granados, is a practical resource designed to empower product managers to effectively build, launch, and manage successful AI-powered products. This playbook bridges the gap between artificial intelligence theory and real-world product management, offering actionable learnings tailored to non-technical professionals. 
   
  Drawing from extensive industry experience, Dr. Nika and Granados introduce the three essential AI product manager roles: AI Experiences PM, AI Builder PM, and AI-Enhanced PM. They offer guidance on developing skills crucial for each role and navigating common challenges in the workplace. Listeners will also find valuable strategies for career growth, lifelong learning, and crafting a distinctive AI portfolio. 
   
  Inside the book you'll find practical frameworks for discovering AI opportunities and aligning AI capabilities with business goals; a deep technical dive with clear explanations of foundational AI and machine learning concepts; guidelines for ethical AI implementation, addressing bias, fairness, and compliance with AI regulations; and strategies for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and enhancing productivity through AI.

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  On the Boardwalk

  Martin Sherman

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  A memoir from the writer of BENT with a foreword by Ian McKellen
  Sherman takes us on a journey through America in the mid twentieth century, starting in New Jersey – where he was born in the 1930s to a Jewish immigrant family – ending on Broadway with the premier of his seminal play Bent starring Richard Gere. On route, we encounter other famous performers including Meryl Streep, Bee Gees, Joan Baez, but the scene-stealing character is always his father – a charismatic narcissist who might have given Trump a run for his money. We stop off in Woodstock, Los Angeles and London – a city Martin would eventually make home; he relays his story with self-depreciating humour as he struggles to make it in theatre, with his sexuality, and under the shadow of the inheritable disease that killed his mother tragically early – a disease from which he finds himself finally free, as he turns forty in the book's closing pages.
  
  "As in his plays, Martin Sherman writes here of complexity with simplicity, of the hidden with utter candour. A fascinating and brilliant example of what a memoir ought to be."—ALAN CUMMING
  "Most shove childhood memories into the recesses of forgetfulness, while others gather each detail like colours in a paint box and use them to create. We call those folks artists. Martin Sherman is such a creature. Within these pages you will find his painterly application of memories, fashioning a masterwork of experiences for us to enjoy."—HARVEY FIERSTEIN
  "Absolutely mesmerising and so fantastically well written that I wish Martin Sherman had written novels as well as plays and screenplays"—STEPHEN FRY
  "Completely absorbing and funny and sad and beautifully told—a real treat and an extraordinary story—what a life."—IAN HISLOP
  "One Hell of a ride. Profound, witty, beautifully written and difficult to forget."—HUGH JACKMAN
  "This memoir is astounding. I'm reading it a second time."—VANESSA REDGRAVE
  "A volume filled with moving, entertaining and fascinating memories, by one of our great stage and screen writers."—PETER TATCHELL
  "On the Boardwalk is full of audacity and joyfulness, jokes and tears, it blew my mind, as it will blow yours." – PETE TOWNSHEND
  "He writes like Philip Roth—but even funnier."—RUBY WAX

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  Software Development - Tools...

  Michael Bishop

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  In today's digital era, software development is at the core of technological innovation, transforming industries and everyday life. Software Development: Tools, Methodologies, and Best Practices for Building High-Quality Software Solutions is an essential guide designed for beginners and aspiring developers who want to understand the complete process of creating software from the ground up. 
   This comprehensive book covers everything from the fundamental concepts of programming and key development methodologies, to modern tools and technologies shaping the future of software. With clear explanations and practical insights, it introduces readers to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), explores popular programming languages like JavaScript and Python, and delves into critical topics like version control, software architecture, and testing strategies. 
   Whether you're learning how to collaborate in Agile teams, understanding the importance of DevOps for continuous integration, or exploring future trends such as AI-driven development and cloud computing, this book provides the foundation you need to excel in the ever-evolving world of software development. 
   Perfect for students, newcomers, and professionals looking to strengthen their knowledge, Software Development: Tools, Methodologies, and Best Practices for Building High-Quality Software Solutions demystifies the complexities of software creation, guiding you through every step to help turn your ideas into functional, high-quality software solutions.

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  On Privacy - Twenty Lessons to...

  Lawrence Cappello

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  This short, powerful book provides practical advice on how to protect yourself in the information age. Living today means most of us must contend with things like workplace surveillance, cyberstalking, ransomware attacks, and facial recognition. But it's not too late to protect our privacy. Written in blunt, jargon-free prose, On Privacy defines today’s privacy landscape while also reminding readers of the joys of keeping things to ourselves—that privacy creates space for intimacy, is essential to mental health, and is a fundamental right in a free society.  Explored among the book's lessons are concepts like: .The Nothing-to-Hide Trap .How we become prisoners of our recorded past .The ways small data points about us can paint revealing pictures .How Big Brother is in fact real .Why we should insist on privacy by design .How to make ensuring privacy something that is profitable.  Each lesson ends with advice on how to talk about a given aspect of privacy and how to take actionable steps to safeguard yourself. On Privacy is small book with a big message about why privacy matters, who profits by invading it, and how best to defend yours in easy, everyday ways.

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