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  Technology Touchpoints -...

  PhD MAC Loretta L. C. Brady

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  This is a story about a family coming of age at the same time as smartphones and social media; a multiracial family coming into its own as windows into social injustice opened up before our very screens; and a multi-parent multi-professional family with children living differently depending on which house and which combination of family members happen to be home. While it is a story about a family, it is really the story of technological and global changes unfolding on our doorsteps. 
   
   
   
  While many revile the ascendance of smartphones and social media and the way they suck us into the vortex of cyberspace, there are cultural touchpoints that reflect deeper human and technology development patterns, patterns which we would all do well to understand, no matter whether or how we choose to engage in the ever-innovating digital frontiers. Informed by research and interviews with leaders in policy, human development, ethics, and technology, Loretta Brady helps listeners understand the complex systemic challenges and findings related to technology and human development. 
   
   
   
  We do not have to hate or fear technology. It is neither friend nor foe. But understanding its impact on our daily lives is paramount to cultivating a healthier relationship both with our digital lives and our real, lived ones.

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  Unwilded - Finding Our Way Back...

  Alastair Humphreys

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  Humans once lived immersed in the natural world. Today, many of us spend our lives indoors, disconnected from the landscapes, wildlife and seasonal rhythms that shaped our ancestors for millennia.
  In Unwilded, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year Alastair Humphreys explores the consequences of this growing separation from nature and how it affects our wellbeing, childhood, education, communities and sense of responsibility for the planet.
  At the heart of the book is the idea of shifting baseline syndrome: the gradual process by which each generation accepts a diminished natural world as normal. From the loss of the Sycamore Gap tree to the extinction of the passenger pigeon, Humphreys reveals how easily we forget what has been lost.
  Blending personal stories, environmental history and practical insight, Unwilded is an invitation to look more closely at the places we live and to rediscover the wonder, beauty and responsibility that come with paying attention.

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  Peptide Protocols - Volume One

  William A Seeds MD

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  This first in a series handbook introduces the cellular biology behind peptides, including how peptides can delay cellular senescence, reduce inflammation throughout the body and the brain, and ultimately prevent disease and the effects of aging. Written by William A. Seeds, MD, the foremost authority on peptides.  

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  Python Essentials For Dummies

  PhD John C. Shovic, Alan Simpson

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  The no-nonsense way to get started coding in the Python programming language 
   
   
   
  Python Essentials For Dummies is a quick reference to all the core concepts in Python, the multifaceted general-purpose language used for everything from building websites to creating apps. This book gets right to the point, with no excess review, wordy explanations, or fluff, making it perfect as a desk reference on the job or as a brush-up as you expand your skills in related areas. Focusing on just the essential topics you need to know to brush up or level up your Python skill, this is the reliable little book you can always turn to for answers. 
   
   
   
  ● Get a quick and thorough intro to the basic concepts of coding in Python 
   
   
   
  ● Review what you've already learned or pick up essential new skills 
   
   
   
  ● Create websites, software, machine learning, and automation for school or work 
   
   
   
  ● Keep this concise reference book handy for jogging your memory as you code 
   
   
   
  This portable Dummies Essentials book focuses on the key topics you need to know about the popular Python language. Great for supplementing a course, reviewing for a certification, or staying knowledgeable on the job.

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  Dividing Lines - How...

  Deborah N. Archer

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  Our nation's transportation system is crumbling. But as acclaimed scholar and ACLU president Deborah Archer warns in Dividing Lines, before we can think about rebuilding and repairing, we must consider the role race has played in transportation infrastructure, from the early twentieth century and into the present day. 
   
   
   
  As Archer demonstrates, the success of the Civil Rights movement and the fall of Jim Crow in the 1960s did not mean the end of segregation. With state-sanctioned racism no longer legal, officials across the country turned to transportation infrastructure to keep Americans divided. A wealthy white neighborhood could no longer be "protected" by racial covenants and segregated shops, but a multilane road, with no pedestrian crossings, could be built along its border to make it difficult for people from a lower-income community to visit. Highways could not be routed through Black neighborhoods based on the race of their residents, but those neighborhoods' lower property values—a legacy of racial exclusion—could justify their destruction. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on a wealth of sources, including interviews with people who now live in the shadow of highways and other major infrastructure projects, Archer presents a sweeping, national account—from Atlanta and Houston to Indianapolis and New York City—of our persistent divisions.

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  Human-Centered Design - Crafting...

  Jacob Richardson

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  In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed, creating products and services that truly resonate with users is more important than ever. Human-Centered Design: Crafting Meaningful and User-Friendly Experiences offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing the principles of Human-Centered Design (HCD) to deliver solutions that are not only functional but also deeply satisfying to the people who use them. 
  This book delves into the essence of HCD, emphasizing the importance of empathy, collaboration, and iteration in the design process. Through detailed explanations, real-world case studies, and practical exercises, readers will learn how to:Conduct thorough user research to uncover genuine needs and pain points.Develop insightful user personas and problem statements to guide the design process.Utilize brainstorming and ideation techniques to generate innovative concepts.Create effective prototypes and conduct meaningful usability tests to refine solutions.Leverage the latest tools and technologies in digital design, prototyping, and user feedback. 
  From technology and product design to healthcare and urban planning, this book explores how HCD can be applied across various fields to achieve impactful results. It also addresses the challenges of balancing user needs with business goals and overcoming resistance to change within organizations. 
  Human-Centered Design: Crafting Meaningful and User-Friendly Experiences is an essential resource that will inspire you to put people at the heart of your design process and deliver solutions that make a difference. 
   

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