Data Science

Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability need to be resolved. In addition, there's an overwhelming variety of systems, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores, data...

Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues need to be figured out, such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability. In addition, we have an overwhelming variety of tools, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores...

Turn yourself into a Data Head. You'll become a more valuable employee and make your organization more successful. Thomas H. Davenport, Research Fellow, Author of Competing on Analytics, Big Data @ Work, and The AI Advantage You've heard the hype around data?now get the facts. In Becoming a Data...

“One of my favorite books of the year. It completely reshaped how I think about information and how and why I take notes.” —Daniel Pink, bestselling author of Drive A revolutionary approach to enhancing productivity, creating flow, and vastly increasing your ability to capture, remember...

In industry after industry, data, analytics, and AI-driven processes are transforming the nature of work. While we often still treat AI as the domain of a specific skill, business function, or sector, we have entered a new era in which AI is challenging the very concept of the firm. AI-centric...

This audiobook is a summary of the advice I’ve given to software engineers over the years–and then some more.

Data fabric, data lakehouse, and data mesh have recently appeared as viable alternatives to the modern data warehouse. These new architectures have solid benefits, but they're also surrounded by a lot of hyperbole and confusion. This practical book provides a guided tour of these architectures...

When it comes to choosing, using, and maintaining a database, understanding its internals is essential. But with so many distributed databases and tools available today, it's often difficult to understand what each one offers. With this practical guide, Alex Petrov guides developers through the...

From the author of The Shallows, a bracing exploration of how social media has warped our sense of self and society. From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever people gain more power...

Data projects are an intrinsic part of an organization's technical ecosystem, but data engineers in many companies continue to work on problems that others have already solved. This hands-on guide shows you how to provide valuable data by focusing on various aspects of data engineering...

Brought to you by Penguin. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND A FINANCIAL TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES AND TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 The insider account of the data revolution that has swept through the modern football world written by one of its key architects, Ian Graham. Between 2012 and 2023, Ian...

Build intelligent LLM-powered applications with agentic workflows and tool-based agents. AI-powered applications are rapidly becoming the new normal. Personal productivity assistants, coding agents, smarter search, and automated reporting tools are popping up everywhere.

This friendly guide teaches you how to apply common algorithms to the practical problems you face every day as a programmer. You'll start with sorting and searching and, as you build up your skills in thinking algorithmically, you'll tackle more complex concerns....

The greatest tool is the hardest to use. Machine learning is the world's most important general-purpose technology—but it's notoriously difficult to launch. Outside Big Tech and a handful of other leading companies, machine learning initiatives routinely fail to deploy, never realizing value.

This book is your ultimate guide to understanding the fundamentals of data analytics, helping you unlock the expertise of efficiently solving real-world data-related problems....

When "metadata" became breaking news, appearing in stories about surveillance by the National Security Agency, many members of the public encountered this once-obscure term from information science for the first time. Should people be reassured that the NSA was "only" collecting metadata about...

A right-to-the-point guide on all the key topics of SQL programming SQL Essentials for Dummies is your quick reference to all the core concepts of SQL—a valuable common standard language used in relational databases. This useful guide is straightforward—with no excess review, wordy...

Artificial intelligence touches nearly every part of your day. While you may initially assume that technology such as smart speakers and digital assistants are the extent of it, AI has in fact rapidly become a general-purpose technology, reverberating across industries including transportation...

Data science happens in code. The ability to write reproducible, robust, scaleable code is key to a data science project's success—and is absolutely essential for those working with production code. This practical book bridges the gap between data science and software engineering, and clearly...

A nontechnical guide to the basic ideas of modern causal inference, with illustrations from health, the economy, and public policy. Which of two antiviral drugs does the most to save people infected with Ebola virus? Does a daily glass of wine prolong or shorten life? Does winning the lottery...

FinOps brings financial accountability to the variable spend model of cloud. Used by the majority of global enterprises, this management practice has grown from a fringe activity to the de facto discipline managing cloud spend. In this book, authors J. R. Storment and Mike Fuller outline the...

Master the fundamentals of networking and confidently prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam with this comprehensive guide. This book equips you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in today's dynamic networking landscape.

As data floods into your company, you need to put it to work right away—and SQL is the best tool for the job. With the latest edition of this introductory guide, author Alan Beaulieu helps developers get up to speed with SQL fundamentals for writing database applications, performing...

Between 1959 and 1989, Soviet scientists and officials made numerous attempts to network their nation - to construct a nationwide computer network. None of these attempts succeeded, and the enterprise had been abandoned by the time the Soviet Union fell apart. Meanwhile, ARPANET, the American...

The first audiobook of its kind, The Kaggle Book assembles in one place the techniques and skills you'll need for success in competitions, data science projects, and beyond....

Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability need to be resolved. In addition, there's an overwhelming variety of systems, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores, data...

Master data analytics and drive powerful business strategy without needing a degree in statistics or complex programming. Perfect for your morning commute, this high-energy guide empowers non-technical professionals to make confident, impact-driven decisions. Stop feeling overwhelmed by...

Build a scalable foundation for decentralized data management without trading central bottlenecks for distributed chaos. This book shows data leaders, architects, platform teams, governance professionals, and domain owners how to design and operate the self-service infrastructure that makes autonomy, control, and trustworthy delivery work together. Evaluate the structural problems that undermine modern data initiatives, including unclear ownership, governance after deployment, and fragmented domain practices. Replace disconnected tools and voluntary guidelines with a coherent operating ...

Master practical data science and build reliable business forecasts without needing a degree in machine learning. Perfect for your daily commute, this audio-first guide demystifies the complex world of predictive analytics for non-technical professionals. Stop feeling overwhelmed by algorithmic...

Turn scattered data into a strategic compass to reduce uncertainty and accelerate competitive business growth. Whether you are strategizing on your morning commute or preparing for a major boardroom pivot, this audio guide equips non-technical executives with the clarity to make bold decisions...

Master machine learning and Python basics without math anxiety to fast-track your career transition today. Whether you are upskilling during your morning commute or exploring a professional pivot, this audio-first bootcamp demystifies complex tech into accessible concepts. Leave the intimidating...

Escape the trap of static dashboards and leverage predictive AI analytics to drive profitable business decisions. Perfect for your morning commute, this actionable guide empowers non-technical leaders to confidently navigate digital transformation. Turn overwhelming data into a streamlined...

Transform messy information into strategic business decisions and master data analytics without learning complex math. Whether you are upskilling for a career transition or simply want to stop feeling overwhelmed by endless spreadsheets, this accessible audio experience delivers empowering...

Launch a lucrative tech career and master modern data science without the overwhelming jargon or complex math. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible guide demystifies machine learning and analytics for non-technical professionals. Stop feeling intimidated by industry buzzwords and...

Future-proof your finance career by mastering data automation and machine learning to become an indispensable strategist. Whether commuting to the office or planning the next quarter, this audio experience equips you to navigate modern corporate FP&A. Leave behind outdated spreadsheet workflows...

Transform messy data into powerful business forecasts using intuitive AI workflows and practical predictive modeling. Perfect for your focused morning commute or professional upskilling sessions, this guide bridges theoretical data science and corporate strategy. Replace complex math with...

Build a data organization that earns trust, secures investment, develops exceptional talent, and consistently converts data, analytics, and artificial intelligence into measurable business value. Data Leader is a practical guide to understanding and leading the people, processes, strategies, and capabilities behind a successful modern data organization. Examine how data governance, data management, data architecture, data engineering, business intelligence, analytics, data science, machine learning, and AI work together as one interconnected system. Rather than burying readers in code or ...

Transform raw data into highly accurate predictive models to conquer market risk and master financial forecasting. Perfect for your morning commute, this high-energy guide empowers ambitious professionals to replace spreadsheet guesswork with precision analytics. Stop drowning in technical...

Master predictive analytics and turn raw data into smart business decisions without writing a single line of code. Whether upskilling on your morning commute or preparing to lead a tech initiative, this empowering guide demystifies artificial intelligence for non-programmers. Step confidently...

Turn overwhelming spreadsheets into predictive business insights using practical machine learning and AI. If you are feeling left behind by the rapid pace of workplace technology, this empowering guide clears the confusion so you can automate tedious workflows. Perfect for your daily commute, it...

Master the core data science mathematics powering modern machine learning without drowning in dense academic proofs. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible and empowering guide transforms abstract algorithms into intuitive concepts. Whether you are prepping for a technical interview or...

Master reinforcement learning and build intelligent AI algorithms without getting lost in dense mathematical equations. Perfect for your daily commute, this intellectually stimulating audio experience transforms complex data science concepts into intuitive, real-world analogies. Whether you are...

Turn messy data into powerful business forecasting and replace executive guesswork with reliable, data-driven growth. Perfect for your morning commute, this accessible guide bridges the gap between chaotic daily operations and confident corporate planning. Stop stressing over unstable sales and...

Master predictive modeling and machine learning to turn raw data into powerful business strategies without writing code. Whether you are upskilling during your morning commute or leading a data project, this empowering guide demystifies complex analytics. Step into the boardroom with the...

Create trustworthy, production-ready data that remains useful long after the first pipeline run. This practical book helps data leaders, architects, engineers, and product teams design and implement the retrieval foundation needed to deliver reliable information across an organization. Apply the GAP triad of Governance, Architecture, and People to the realities of inconsistent source systems, changing schemas, unclear ownership, regulatory requirements, and uneven data quality. Profile sources before connecting to them, classify information during ingestion, establish meaningful quality ...

Turn messy data into high-impact business solutions with this practical machine learning and career growth roadmap. Perfect for focused commuters and ambitious analysts, this guide strips away industry hype to reveal how dependable professionals actually create value. Stop chasing the newest...

Transform confusing spreadsheets into compelling data storytelling that drives decisions and accelerates career growth. Whether you are prepping for a critical boardroom presentation or upskilling during your morning commute, this empowering guide demystifies professional communication. Stop...

Stop drowning in confusing data and transform your digital strategy into a clear roadmap for profitable business growth. Whether you are an overwhelmed small business owner or a career changer upskilling on your morning commute, you can finally stop chasing vanity metrics. Focus on the numbers...

Turn messy spreadsheets into a revenue-driving data strategy and master business governance without an IT background. Perfect for your morning commute, this empowering guide clears through the noise of modern tech buzzwords to help you tackle siloed systems and unclear metrics. Whether you are...

Master the machine learning algorithms shaping our world and transform into an empowered, data-literate collaborator. Whether you are commuting to the office or strategizing your next career move, this accessible guide decodes the invisible logic behind modern technology. Understand exactly how...