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  Natural Language Processing...

  SAM CAMPBELL

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  Natural Language Processing (NLP) for Beginners is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the fascinating world of NLP. Designed for beginners, this book takes you on a journey from the fundamental concepts of language and linguistics to the advanced applications of NLP in the real world. 
  Starting with the basics, you'll explore the intricacies of language, understanding how words and sentences are structured. The book gradually introduces you to the building blocks of NLP, from tokenization to part-of-speech tagging, equipping you with the essential tools for text analysis. 
  As you delve deeper, you'll uncover the power of text representation techniques such as word embeddings and TF-IDF. The chapters on language models and deep learning provide a hands-on approach to applying neural networks in natural language processing, opening the door to advanced applications like sentiment analysis, text classification, and named entity recognition. 
  The book also covers practical applications of NLP, including machine translation and chatbot development, guiding you through the process of building your own models. Throughout the journey, you'll gain insights into the ethical considerations surrounding NLP and discover the current challenges and future directions of this dynamic field. 
   

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  Rewriting the History of the...

  John Harpoon

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  The Black Death, one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, left an indelible mark on the medieval world. From the mid-14th century, this catastrophic event wiped out an estimated one-third of Europe's population, with ramifications extending far beyond the immediate loss of life. Its legacy endures, not only in historical accounts but also in the cultural, social, and economic transformations it triggered. 
    
  The pandemic’s unparalleled scale of mortality created a sense of collective trauma that shaped the mindset of medieval society. Fear, uncertainty, and grief were pervasive, leading to widespread shifts in religious devotion and philosophical thought. For some, the plague strengthened their faith, prompting public acts of penance and increased church attendance. For others, it inspired skepticism about religious authority, paving the way for future reforms and dissent. This dual response reflects the Black Death's role as both a destroyer of tradition and a catalyst for change. 
    
  Economically, the pandemic dramatically altered the medieval labor market. The decimation of the population led to acute labor shortages, forcing landowners to offer better wages and conditions to retain workers. This shift empowered peasants and contributed to the gradual erosion of the feudal system, giving rise to a nascent middle class. The newfound leverage of laborers sowed the seeds of social mobility, challenging the rigid hierarchies that had long defined medieval life.

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  Just Prompt It - Incorporating...

  Ben Jakobsen

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  In this captivating audiobook, we'll dive deep into the world of Chat GPT, with a specific focus on GPT-4, and reveal how you can seamlessly integrate it into your daily life. Filled with practical advice and real-world examples, this audiobook is designed to help you grasp the potential of GPT-4 through vivid applications that can truly revolutionize the way you live your life. 
  Featuring 17 compelling examples of how GPT-4 can enhance your personal life, you'll uncover the secrets of leveling up your household troubleshooting skills, transforming your fitness journey, and even constructing elaborate meal plans optimized for your budget, nutritional needs, and time constraints. You'll even learn how to order the required groceries through the same interface. 
  In the chapter dedicated to professional applications, you'll discover 10 powerful ways in which this tech can help you with things like managing schedules like a seasoned executive, analyzing data with the expertise of a top-tier analyst, and boosting your workplace efficiency beyond your wildest dreams. 
  Effective prompting is key, so we included a chapter that not only explains the concept but also teaches you how to master it. You'll learn effective techniques that'll allow you to get the most out of GPT-4. 
  Lastly, we'll expand your horizons by exploring the future of large language models and examining their probable impact on education, mental health care, entrepreneurship, and society in general. 
  By the end of this audiobook, you'll have gained a deep understanding of GPT-4's true potential and a wealth of practical knowledge on how to harness its power in your life. Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey that will leave you eager to embrace the limitless possibilities offered by GPT-4. So, are you ready to transform your life? Dive into this fascinating audiobook and find out!

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  Trout Bum

  John Gierach

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  Brilliant, witty, perceptive essays about fly-fishing, the natural world, and life in general by the acknowledged master of fishing writers. 
   
   
   
  While most of us fly-fish to escape from daily life, for John Gierach and his friends fly-fishing IS a way of life. They are trout bums. But John Gierach is also an exceptional writer. The essays in Trout Bum are reflective, bitingly humorous, and enormously wise in the ways of fishing and men. In vivid, unforgettable detail they recount the emotional, spiritual, and tangible adventures and pleasures of stalking trout in and around the Rockies—day in, day out, from season to season, with friends, and alone. John Gierach's essays join the literary tradition of angling classics like The River Why, and A River Runs Through It.

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  Physics of Semiconductor Devices...

  Mark Hedges

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  This book explores the fundamental principles governing semiconductor materials and their applications in electronic devices. Covering topics such as charge carrier behavior, band structure, pn junctions, MOSFETs, and diodes, this book provides an in-depth look at how semiconductors function at the microscopic level. It delves into key concepts like doping, conductivity, and quantum effects, bridging the gap between theoretical physics and practical electronics. Essential for students, engineers, and researchers, this work serves as a foundational guide to understanding and designing modern semiconductor technologies.

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  Geology - The Earth's Secrets...

  Mike Crawford

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  The Earth’s formation is a story of cosmic collisions, immense heat, and gradual cooling that set the stage for the planet we know today. Approximately 4.6 billion years ago, the solar system emerged from a vast cloud of dust and gas. This cloud, known as the solar nebula, began to collapse under gravity, forming the Sun at its center. Around this young star, particles of dust and rock started clumping together, eventually leading to the creation of planets, including Earth. 
  In its early years, Earth was a molten sphere, continuously bombarded by asteroids and comets. These impacts contributed to the planet’s mass and introduced essential elements like water. As gravitational forces compressed Earth’s interior, temperatures soared, causing heavy materials such as iron and nickel to sink toward the core while lighter elements like silicon and oxygen remained near the surface. This process, known as planetary differentiation, led to the formation of Earth’s three primary layers: the core, mantle, and crust. 
  The early atmosphere of Earth was vastly different from what it is today. Initially, it consisted of hydrogen and helium, but solar winds stripped these gases away. Volcanic activity and ongoing collisions released vast amounts of carbon dioxide, water vapor, methane, and ammonia, forming a thick and toxic atmosphere. Over time, as volcanic eruptions continued, water vapor condensed to form clouds, eventually leading to heavy rainfall that lasted for thousands of years. These rains filled low-lying areas, giving rise to the first oceans.

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