The Spark Solution (Enhanced Edition)
The Spark Solution (Enhanced Edition)

Author: Becky Hand

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2013-05-07

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 0062303600

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From the experts behind the New York Times bestseller The Spark and the creators of SparkPeople.com comes The Spark Solution, a breakthrough two-week diet program to help you lose weight and optimize your health. The Spark Solution is a dynamic, comprehensive, and proven program. With an introduction by Chris Downie, founder and CEO of SparkPeople, this day-by-day guide combines the latest data and strategies on nutrition, incredibly delicious recipes, and essential workouts. The experts at SparkPeople designed this easy-to-follow regimen to deliver effective and sustainable weight loss. Thousands have already tried it, lost weight, and discovered a path to healthy living. SparkPeople have taken all the questions and bumps in the road out of the equation with The Spark Solution. There is no better way to lose weight and no better time than right now. Let these first two weeks transform your life. This enhanced digital edition includes before and after shots of people who have lost weight using The Spark Solution, videos to keep you motivated and thoughtful, and recipe links for tracking recipes on SparkPeople.com.

The Spark
The Spark

Author: Chris Downie

Publisher: Hay House, Inc

Published: 2009-12-29

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1401927661

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From the experts who created SparkPeople.com, one of the most successful online weight-loss programs to date, comes The Spark, a ground-breaking book that focuses on what you can do, instead of what you can't do.

Spark: The Definitive Guide
Spark: The Definitive Guide

Author: Bill Chambers

Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."

Published: 2018-02-08

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 1491912294

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Learn how to use, deploy, and maintain Apache Spark with this comprehensive guide, written by the creators of the open-source cluster-computing framework. With an emphasis on improvements and new features in Spark 2.0, authors Bill Chambers and Matei Zaharia break down Spark topics into distinct sections, each with unique goals. Youâ??ll explore the basic operations and common functions of Sparkâ??s structured APIs, as well as Structured Streaming, a new high-level API for building end-to-end streaming applications. Developers and system administrators will learn the fundamentals of monitoring, tuning, and debugging Spark, and explore machine learning techniques and scenarios for employing MLlib, Sparkâ??s scalable machine-learning library. Get a gentle overview of big data and Spark Learn about DataFrames, SQL, and Datasetsâ??Sparkâ??s core APIsâ??through worked examples Dive into Sparkâ??s low-level APIs, RDDs, and execution of SQL and DataFrames Understand how Spark runs on a cluster Debug, monitor, and tune Spark clusters and applications Learn the power of Structured Streaming, Sparkâ??s stream-processing engine Learn how you can apply MLlib to a variety of problems, including classification or recommendation

Alternative Fuels and Advanced Combustion Techniques as Sustainable Solutions for Internal Combustion Engines
Alternative Fuels and Advanced Combustion Techniques as Sustainable Solutions for Internal Combustion Engines

Author: Akhilendra Pratap Singh

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-05-15

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 9811615136

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This monograph covers different aspects related to utilization of alternative fuels in internal combustion (IC) engines with a focus on biodiesel, dimethyl ether, alcohols, biogas, etc. The focal point of this book is to present engine combustion, performance and emission characteristics of IC engines fueled by these alternative fuels. A section of this book also covers the potential strategies of utilization of these alternative fuels in an energy efficient manner to reduce the harmful pollutants emitted from IC engines. It presents the comparative analysis of different alternative fuels in a variety of engines to show the appropriate alternative fuel for specific types of engines. This book will prove useful for both researchers as well as energy experts and policy makers.

Creative Safety Solutions
Creative Safety Solutions

Author: Thomas D Schneid

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2015-09-25

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 1482216558

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In today's rapidly changing workplace, safety and loss prevention professionals cannot always "go by the book" for the answers to new and unique problems and issues. When there is no tried-and-true solution to a problem, safety and loss prevention professionals must think outside of the box of conventional solutions and develop new and creative sol

BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY: PRINCIPLES, PROTOCOLS, AND USE CASES
BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY: PRINCIPLES, PROTOCOLS, AND USE CASES

Author: PRIYANK MOHAN IMRAN KHAN RAKESH JENA SHALU JAIN

Publisher: DeepMisti Publication

Published: 2024-10-24

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9360444820

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In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern world, the synergy between technology and management has become a cornerstone of innovation and progress. This book, Blockchain Technology: Principles, Protocols, and Use Cases, is conceived to bridge the gap between emerging technological advancements in blockchain and their strategic application across various industries. Our objective is to equip readers with the tools and insights necessary to excel in this dynamic intersection of fields. This book is structured to provide a comprehensive exploration of the methodologies and strategies that define blockchain innovation, particularly its principles, protocols, and use cases in real-world applications. From foundational theories to advanced applications, we delve into the critical aspects that drive successful implementation and adoption of blockchain technologies. We have made a concerted effort to present complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner, making this work suitable for a diverse audience, including students, managers, and industry professionals. In authoring this book, we have drawn upon the latest research and best practices to ensure that readers not only gain a robust theoretical understanding but also acquire practical skills that can be applied in real-world blockchain scenarios. The chapters are designed to strike a balance between depth and breadth, covering topics ranging from technological development and blockchain adoption to the strategic management of innovation. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of effective communication, dedicating sections to the art of presenting innovative ideas and solutions in a precise and academically rigorous manner. The inspiration for this book arises from a recognition of the crucial role that blockchain technology plays in shaping the future of digital businesses and beyond. We are profoundly grateful to Chancellor Shri Shiv Kumar Gupta of Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University for his unwavering support and vision. His dedication to fostering academic excellence and promoting a culture of innovation has been instrumental in bringing this project to fruition. We hope this book will serve as a valuable resource and inspiration for those eager to deepen their understanding of how blockchain technologies can be harnessed to drive innovation. We believe that the knowledge and insights contained within these pages will empower readers to lead the way in creating innovative solutions that will define the future of various industries. Thank you for joining us on this journey. Authors

IBM Platform Computing Solutions for High Performance and Technical Computing Workloads
IBM Platform Computing Solutions for High Performance and Technical Computing Workloads

Author: Dino Quintero

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Published: 2015-06-19

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 0738440752

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This IBM® Redbooks® publication is a refresh of IBM Technical Computing Clouds, SG24-8144, Enhance Inbound and Outbound Marketing with a Trusted Single View of the Customer, SG24-8173, and IBM Platform Computing Integration Solutions, SG24-8081, with a focus on High Performance and Technical Computing on IBM Power SystemsTM. This book describes synergies across the IBM product portfolio by using case scenarios and showing solutions such as IBM SpectrumTM Scale (formerly GPFSTM). This book also reflects and documents the IBM Platform Computing Cloud Services as part of IBM Platform Symphony® for analytics workloads and IBM Platform LSF® (with new features, such as a Hadoop connector, a MapReduce accelerator, and dynamic cluster) for job scheduling. Both products are used to help customers schedule and analyze large amounts of data for business productivity and competitive advantages. This book is targeted at technical professionals (consultants, technical support staff, IT Architects, and IT Specialists) that are responsible for delivering cost-effective cloud services and big data solutions on IBM Power Systems to uncover insights among client data so that they can take actions to optimize business results, product development, and scientific discoveries.

Innovation in the Digital Economy
Innovation in the Digital Economy

Author: Agnieszka Rzepka

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2023-04-14

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 1000867218

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The rapidly changing world requires constant revisions and adaptations to existing business strategies and models. The emerging industry 5.0 reality is forcing companies to transition to a more sustainable, human-centric, and resilient industry through innovation. This book presents concrete business models and practical frameworks to assist managers in developing and implementing innovative and robust businesses, both globally and locally. This edited collection compiles an experienced team of contributing authors with diverse academic backgrounds who cover a range of topics on different aspects of innovation, from exploring the challenges associated with industry 5.0 to incorporating artificial intelligence in modeling consumer behavior. Based on the experiences and challenges posed by recent economic developments and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the book offers the reader a chance to read case studies from global companies that have successfully implemented new innovations. Thanks to a rigorous research methodology in accordance with principles and standards recognized by the DAC Network, the book provides an actionable road map on how to change one’s innovation strategy techniques in light of changing business conditions. Innovation in the Digital Economy will be of direct interest to scholars and subject matter experts in the field of innovation management. Business leaders and reflective practitioners will find the content relevant and accessible.

Indoor Air Quality
Indoor Air Quality

Author: Dikaia E. Saraga

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2020-12-07

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 3039437038

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The monitoring of indoor air pollutants in a spatio-temporal basis is challenging. A key element is the access to local (i.e., indoor residential, workplace, or public building) exposure measurements. Unfortunately, the high cost and complexity of most current air pollutant monitors result in a lack of detailed spatial and temporal resolution. As a result, individuals in vulnerable groups (children, pregnant, elderly, and sick people) have little insight into their personal exposure levels. This becomes significant in cases of hyper-local variations and short-term pollution events such as instant indoor activity (e.g., cooking, smoking, and dust resuspension). Advances in sensor miniaturization have encouraged the development of small, inexpensive devices capable of estimating pollutant concentrations. This new class of sensors presents new possibilities for indoor exposure monitoring. This Special Issue invites research in the areas of the triptych: indoor air pollution monitoring, indoor air modeling, and exposure to indoor air pollution. Topics of interest for the Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following: low-cost sensors for indoor air monitoring; indoor particulate matter and volatile organic compounds; ozone-terpene chemistry; biological agents indoors; source apportionment; exposure assessment; health effects of indoor air pollutants; occupant perception; climate change impacts on indoor air quality.