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Machine learning systems are both complex and unique. Complex because they consist of many different components and involve many different stakeholders. Unique because they're data dependent, with data varying wildly from one use case to the next. In this book, you'll learn a holistic approach to designing ML systems that are reliable, scalable, maintainable, and adaptive to changing environments and business requirements. Author Chip Huyen, cofounder of Claypot AI, considers each design decision in the context of how it can help your system as a whole achieve its objectives.

Finally! A simple guide to help any product manager create a realistic, data-driven product strategy and roadmap!For any product manager or product team leader, formulating and executing on a solid product strategy and roadmap will always offer opportunities and present challenges. Today’s corporations require strategic-thinking businesspeople who have the requisite business acumen to gather customer and market insights, assess past and current business performance, and recalibrate resources to maintain or gain competitive advantage—all while influencing others who are needed to drive ...

I created this audiobook to offer a process that you can implement, regardless of changes in tools and technology. I want this audiobook to be as relevant in 25 years as when I wrote it. Although there will be some technical jargon, my goal is to break things down in simple English. I never liked user manuals much, and I don't want this book to read like one. This should feel more like a friend having a normal conversation with you. I am not that different from you, and I wasn't born with any natural gift in music making.

Unlock the secrets of winemaking with The Winemaking Process, your ultimate guide to mastering every step of fermentation and beyond. Whether you're a novice home winemaker or an experienced vintner, this comprehensive eBook offers invaluable insights into the intricate world of winemaking. In Chapter 1, begin your journey by exploring the fundamentals of fermentation, from understanding various types of yeasts to perfecting temperature control. Learn the differences between primary and secondary fermentation and how they influence your wine. Chapter 2 dives deeper into the types of yeasts ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the authors of Click and former Google Ventures partners, Sprint presents a unique five-day process for solving tough problems, proven at more than a hundred companies. Entrepreneurs and leaders face big questions every day: What’s the most important place to...

Selling to homeowners is different - and challenging. To succeed in this environment, you need the Sandler Selling System. Selling to Homeowners the Sandler Way shows how the Sandler Selling System delivers career-changing results for salespeople who close deals in the buyer's personal, private domestic space. This kind of selling applies to dozens of industries, from remodeling to insurance.

Writing of scientific articles may be a difficult task for the normal scientist. There are many reasons for this, one being the well known phenomenon "writer's block". In this book you will be introduced to a special writing technique that will kill writer's block and ensure that the article is produced in a timely fashion and with high quality. The writing process should be strictly divided in to a preparation phase, dictation of the full manuscript draft on a smartphone, transcription, and revision.

Written by Kerry Lutz with Foreword and Contributions by Valerie Geller, author of Beyond Powerful Radio

Master FMEA in the Age of AI — From Fundamentals to Cutting-Edge Risk Management Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) has been the gold standard for preventing failures in design, manufacturing, and service for decades. But the rules have changed. In today's world of Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, and real-time data, FMEA is evolving into a living, dynamic process — and this book shows you how to master it. In The Complete FMEA Handbook, best-selling author Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman — known for Practical Guide to FMEA and Risk Assessment Using FMEA — delivers the ...

Men are under daily attack from the preservatives in processed food, the emasculating chemicals found in public tap water, and the female growth hormones in meats, all of which are causing an increase in erectile dysfunction. With the average 25 year-old-male only having half the sperm count he should have, our virility is literally being eroded everyday by the supermarkets and fast food chains in the name of profit.

Unlock the Power of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to Drive Lean Transformation Every organization struggles with waste—lost time, hidden costs, and inefficient processes that drain performance. This book introduces you to the mindset and principles of Value Stream Mapping (VSM), showing how to see waste clearly, understand its impact, and build the foundation for continuous improvement. With clear explanations, simplified models, and illustrative examples from world-class companies (Toyota, Intel, Tesla, DHL, and more), it connects classic Lean thinking with today’s digital possibilities...

In her first book in more than 30 years, supermodel Christie Brinkley shares the secrets she's learned on what to eat, how to apply makeup like a pro, and what to wear to look like a knock out. From tips on which skincare products really make our skin look younger to which foods cut inflammation...

Unleash the potential and let the entrepreneur in you soar high with our new eBook "From Hobbyist to Entrepreneur." Discover how an everyday hobby can catalyze into a phenomenal business venture! Our eBook will guide you through the fascinating world of consumer 3D printing. It acquaints you with the birth of consumer 3D Printing, its evolution, and how it transitioned from being a mere hobby to a lucrative business. Explore the anatomy of 3D printers, understand their types, their quality, and the diverse materials used. Immerse yourself in fun-filled, absorbing chapters which elucidate ...

Master SaaS sales and accelerate recurring revenue in 30 days—even if you’ve never closed a software deal before. Are you tired of generic sales advice that doesn’t translate to SaaS? Struggling to shorten sales cycles, overcome endless objections, or keep churn from killing your quota? Have you tried “plug-and-play” tools or hired star reps, only to watch your pipeline stall? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Most SaaS sales pros crave a repeatable, SaaS-specific playbook to turn demos into deals, boost MRR, and build a sales team that scales. My SaaS ...

Learn the ins and outs of sales techniques with this comprehensive and accessible guide that is the crash course in how to sell anything. Sometimes, it seems like learning a new skill is impossible. But whether you are interested in pursuing a full-times sales career, want to make extra money...

From Cherry to Cup: The Hidden Journey of Coffee takes readers deep into the remarkable world behind their favorite beverage, tracing every step from the tropical forests where coffee cherries grow to the final, aromatic sip in the cup. Written with vivid detail and cultural insight, this book reveals the people, science, and artistry that make coffee a global phenomenon. Explore how climate, cultivation, fermentation, and roasting shape flavor. Meet the farmers who nurture the plants, the roasters who unlock hidden aromas through heat, and the baristas who transform the beans into works of...

Standard work is the foundation of the Toyota Production System — the discipline that balances stability with continuous improvement. But until now, most books have focused only on Toyota’s factory floor. This enhanced edition expands the scope, showing how standard work applies not only in manufacturing, but also in healthcare, banking, IT, logistics, knowledge work, and digital workplaces. What’s new in this edition: ✅ Expanded explanations of takt time, cycle time, and standard work documents. ✅ New leadership insights — how gemba walks, coaching kata, and layered process ...

This book is designed for understanding and implementing product recall, food defense, and pest control programs in food manufacturing. The product recall section defines the concept of recalls, establishes recall types, describes recall teams, and provides a recall program that has real-world application and can be used as a model for food manufacturing facilities. The food defense section introduces food defense, discusses its origins, and provides a program that can be used as a model for real-world application. The pest control section establishes major types of pest control, describes ...

Discover how Kanban has evolved from Toyota’s legendary production floors to digital workflows, Agile software teams, and AI-driven supply chains. This second edition bridges timeless Lean principles with modern applications, showing how Pull, Flow, and Waste Elimination can transform any organization—manufacturing, healthcare, or knowledge work. Inside this edition, you will learn: How Pull systems differ from Push and why Flow is critical. Kanban applications in healthcare, digital supply chains, and Agile software development. How AI and predictive analytics can optimize ...

Innovation has always begun with a spark—an idea. But in today’s fast-moving world, inventors need more than inspiration. They need tools that help them think faster, work smarter, and stay ahead of the competition. ChatGPT for Inventors shows how artificial intelligence can become your personal collaborator, research assistant, and idea accelerator at every stage of the invention journey. Written by Patent Attorney Steve Aycock, this practical guide bridges the gap between human creativity and cutting-edge AI. You’ll learn how to harness ChatGPT not as a novelty, but as a serious ...