Information Design

Named one of the top books of 2009 by the Times Literary Supplement (London), this controversial and compelling audiobook from Dr. Stephen C. Meyer presents a convincing new case for intelligent design (ID), based on revolutionary discoveries in science and DNA. Along the way, Meyer argues that...

From the bestselling author of Blood, Sweat, and Pixels comes the next definitive, behind-the-scenes account of the video game industry: how some of the past decade's most renowned studios fell apart—and the stories, both triumphant and tragic, of what happened next. Jason Schreier's...

The inside story of the booming video game industry from the late 1990s to the present, as told by the Managing Director of Ubisoft's Massive Entertainment (The Division, Far Cry 3, Assassin's Creed: Revelations).At Massive Entertainment, a Ubisoft studio, a key division of one of the largest...

This accessible guide expands upon the “well-written, cogent, and useful” (David Allen, author of Getting Things Done) bestselling Building a Second Brain with actionable advice on how to improve your digital life in just a few minutes. Living a modern life requires juggling a ton of...

💻 Looking for a Computer Networking beginner's guide? Look no further! You are in the right place! If you are new to Computer Networking and you don't yet know how a Router or an IP address work, this is definitely the book for you! Routers, Switches, IP addresses, MAC addresses, and others will be terms you will know everything about just by reading this introductory guide. You won't have to be a master at networking to understand what's explained in this book. You will be able to configure a network and make devices connect to the Internet after reading what's in the 5 chapters of this...

2026 Update. Revit Fundamentals: Building Your Skills from the Ground Up – The Ultimate Edition is a comprehensive learning guide for mastering Autodesk Revit, one of the leading tools for Building Information Modeling (BIM). This edition combines the full content of Book One and Book Two into a single, structured resource that supports progressive learning from foundational concepts to advanced workflows. Designed for beginners, students, and working professionals, the book provides a practical, step-by-step approach to understanding how Revit is used in real-world architectural, ...

A New York Times Bestseller An audacious, irreverent investigation of human behavior—and a first look at a revolution in the making Our personal data has been used to spy on us, hire and fire us, and sell us stuff we don’t need. In Dataclysm, Christian Rudder uses it to show us who we...

Structural engineering is the backbone of the built environment, providing the stability and resilience necessary for buildings and infrastructure to endure the stresses of everyday life and extraordinary events. However, in an age where buildings are becoming increasingly sophisticated, the role of structural engineering has evolved. It is no longer just about creating robust frameworks; it’s about seamlessly integrating structural systems with the intricate network of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) services that power modern buildings. This book, "Structural Engineering for ...

A proven, powerful framework for reclaiming clarity on your life, your values, and your goals—from the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Building a Second Brain and The PARA Method. In our age of hyperconnectivity and information overload, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most...

Information architecture (IA) is far more challenging - and necessary - than ever. To guide you through this broad ecosystem, this popular guide - now in its fourth edition - provides essential concepts, methods, and techniques for digital design that have withstood the test of time. UX designers, product managers, developers, and anyone involved in digital design will learn how to create semantic structures that will help people engage with your message.

The construction industry is undergoing a technological revolution, and LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is at the forefront of this transformation. From site surveying to autonomous construction vehicles, LiDAR is reshaping how projects are planned, executed, and monitored. This book explores the many applications of LiDAR in construction, demonstrating how it enhances accuracy, reduces costs, and improves safety. Over the years, traditional surveying and mapping methods have been time-consuming and prone to human error. However, LiDAR’s ability to generate high-resolution 3D models ...

In the ever-evolving software development landscape, where the rapid pace of change and the demand for exceptional user experiences are paramount, a new approach is needed—one that seamlessly integrates agile methodologies with user-centered design principles. Taming the Pink Flying Elephant is your comprehensive guide to navigating this dynamic intersection, empowering you to build better software through collaborative strategies. Unlock the Power of Synergy: Discover the untapped potential of combining agile development with UX design to create innovative, user-centric software ...

Transform chaotic digital products into intuitive UX design by mastering the invisible art of information architecture. Whether you are commuting to the office or deep-focusing on a complex web build, stop feeling overwhelmed by messy content structures and confusing navigation. Step into an...

Bloomsbury presents Dark Patterns, Deceptive Design, and the Law: AI’s Hidden Influence on Our Digital Experience by MR Leiser read by David Monteath This book provides essential insights on dark patterns and AI-powered deceptive design for anyone who wants to understand and challenge the...

“Why was I sold out at 10:47, at that price?” The firm took four days and five systems to answer — approximately. Then it settled. That letter opens this book, and answering it in under a minute, to the tick, is what the book builds. On the way it names the seven design errors sitting on almost every margin desk — an advance-rate table nobody owns, a call ladder with no liquidity term, concentration measured per client but never per firm, a risk grade that enters no formula, one rate for every collateral book, ratios computed on yesterday’s close, and a close-out order improvised ...

Ninety-four percent of consumers will leave a website if it has poor graphic design. Do you want to effortlessly keep an audience’s attention on your data visuals and not their phones? Keep listening.

Otto Neurath Explained: Logical Positivism, Unified Science, Isotype, and the Visual Language of Modern Knowledge introduces a thinker who moved easily between philosophy, economics, museum education, and graphic communication. Neurath is often mentioned as a member of the Vienna Circle or as a pioneer of pictograms, but those labels only capture part of his work. This book shows how his projects fit together. It explains how his views on language, science, social planning, and visual education grew out of the political crises of early twentieth-century Europe and out of his effort to make ...

The success of today’s most advanced technologies—AI, machine learning, data mesh, and analytics—depends on one critical element: a solid foundation of high-quality, well-architected data. In Data Architecture: Building the Foundation, bestselling author Bill Inmon and seasoned data expert Dave Rapien deliver a definitive guide to creating, managing, and evolving a data architecture that truly supports modern business needs. Whether you're implementing AI, driving business analytics, or transforming legacy systems, this book equips you with the foundational strategies and ...

We are facing a future of unbounded complexity. Whether that complexity is harnessed to build a world that is safe, pleasant, humane and profitable, or whether it causes us to careen off a cliff into an abyss of mind-numbing junk is an open question. The challenges and opportunities - technical, business, and human - that this technological sea change will bring are without precedent. Entire industries will be born and others will be laid to ruin as our society navigates this journey.

In recent years, the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry has witnessed a profound shift in how projects are designed, coordinated, and executed. At the forefront of this transformation is Building Information Modeling (BIM), a digital revolution reshaping the way we approach the design and integration of complex systems. For MEP engineers—those responsible for the design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems—BIM has unlocked new possibilities, enabling enhanced collaboration, greater efficiency, and increased precision. As someone who ...