Project Systems

Getting to the good solutions of complex management challenges can make the difference between fulfillment and frustration for teams, and, ultimately, the success or failure of companies. Will Larson's An Elegant Puzzle orients around the particular challenges of engineering management - from sizing teams to technical debt to succession planning - and provides a path to the good solutions.

Introducing "Raspberry Pi Projects Made Easy," your one-stop solution to exploring Raspberry Pi, a pivotal tool defining the contours of modern computational technology. Find out how a credit-card-sized computer could serve as the cornerstone for sparking a revolution in your understanding of technology. This holistic guide commences with an elementary introduction to what Raspberry Pi is, its profound components, the different models available, and their diverse uses. Embark on your quest by setting up the Raspberry Pi, understanding its necessary hardware, and configuring the intricate ...

This book is for anyone interested in becoming a Business Analyst or anyone interested in this field, individuals who want to make a career change or anyone with a Business Analysis background who want a more formal and industry-standard business analysis approach. At the end of the course, the readers will have a strong understanding of the role of a business analyst, structure of a project team, system development life cycle methodologies (SDLC), the importance of requirements gathering, different types of requirements, JAD sessions, role of a Business Analyst in JAD session, and how to ...

Leaders on projects should be the chief people officers (CPO) of their teams. This position does a less physical work and more mentoring of others doing the work. In fact, while most entry level positions execute work, senior leaders lead, organize, and build teams. This book is about building remarkable teams that build remarkable projects. To do this, you must have three key things: a multiplier leader, a strong team, and a strenuous performance target, goal, or milestone. With these three in place, any team can win! This book will help you become the team builder you were designed to be....

📘 Access Control Systems Handbook: Design, Integration, and Sample Layouts for Commercial and Residential Security Unlock the full potential of modern security with this comprehensive guide to access control system design, installation, and programming. Whether you're a security integrator, electrical engineer, IT professional, or facility manager, this handbook is your go-to resource for building code-compliant, scalable, and future-ready access control solutions. ✔ What You'll Learn: Fundamental principles of access control and physical security Detailed breakdowns of components: ...

After she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in her early 20s, Phoebe Lapine felt overwhelmed by her doctor's strict protocols and confused when they directly conflicted with information on the best-seller list. After experiencing mixed results and a life of deprivation that seemed unsustainable at best, she adopted 12 of her own wellness directives - including eliminating sugar, switching to all-natural beauty products, and getting in touch with her spiritual side.

THE COMPLETE DIY MANUAL FOR OFF-GRID PROJECTS (2025 Edition) IS YOUR ULTIMATE HANDS-ON GUIDE TO SURVIVING & THRIVING WHEN THE POWER GRID FAILS! 🌟20 FREE BONUSES With Your Purchase! These Detailed & Valuable Resources Are Worth More Than The Price Of The Book Alone (See Details Below)! 🌟 ✅ Do you want to be prepared when - not if - the lights go out...for weeks or months? ✅ Do you want to ensure you and your family thrive - not just survive - during a complete power grid failure? If you answered YES, this essential guide is for you! From David Reynolds, author of the popular "The ...

Unlock the power of automation with SCADA and PLCs, your essential guide to mastering industrial control systems. Whether you're an engineering student, technician, or automation professional, this book offers a clear, hands-on understanding of the technologies that power modern industry.What You’ll Learn: The fundamentals of industrial automation and control logic How PLCs are programmed using Ladder Logic, Function Blocks, and more Architecture and design of SCADA systems, HMIs, and data acquisition Communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, OPC UA, and MQTT Real-world examples ...

Do you want to discover the must-have project management hacks to achieve more success and master every area of your life? If you’ve ever experienced project failure at home, work or even with your hobbies, you’re not alone. The truth is, project management isn’t easy. And it’s important to remember that this is not your fault! But becoming a successful project manager doesn’t happen by luck...you have to take action. And that’s how Project Management for Beginners will empower you.

Construction projects don’t succeed because the drawings are perfect—they succeed because the supporting operations run smoothly. Scheduling, procurement, cost control, quality, safety, logistics, documentation, meetings, and closeout are the real drivers of performance on every jobsite. This practical, use-case–driven book is a complete field guide to the operational side of construction management. Instead of theory, you’ll find real workflows, real templates, real checklists, and real examples used every day by project engineers, superintendents, project managers, coordinators, ...

The business of creating our built environment remains largely siloed and disconnected today. Owners, designers, construction managers, and trade contractors each defend their profit margins by shifting risk to others and focusing on their own piece of the puzzle. Lean thinking promises to change all this, yet has proven particularly difficult to implement in the building industry. Better Building provides a practical model for putting lean thinking into action and improving the experience of project work. Based on years of experience shifting mindsets and behaviors, this model answers the ...

Are you tired of skyrocketing utility bills and feeling helpless when disasters strike? Worried that the next crisis could leave your family vulnerable? In a world of rising inflation, energy shortages, and fragile supply chains, self-sufficiency isn't just a lifestyle—it's a lifeline. "Thriving Off The Grid" is your comprehensive blueprint for building a resilient, sustainable homestead from scratch, even if you have no prior experience. From Beginner to Self-Sufficient: Your Complete Guide Written by experienced homesteader Garrison Westwood, who learned the hard way during the 2022 ...

Kids love asking big questions about space: How hot is the Sun? What are planets made of? What do astronauts see in space? Their questions won’t stop there — and they don’t have to. Our Solar System for Kids 8–12 turns every “why” and “how” into a moment of discovery. Your child will feel like a brave explorer as they learn real science through storytelling.

Artificial intelligence has transformed how we access information — but it has also quietly changed how we learn. Answers are instant. Explanations sound confident. Productivity feels high. Yet many learners, educators, and professionals are discovering a growing problem: they’re moving faster, but understanding less, retaining less, and thinking less deeply. This book is not about shortcuts, hacks, or outsourcing your thinking to AI. It is about learning smarter, thinking deeper, and using AI as a powerful learning partner — not a replacement for intelligence. Whether you are a ...

The ultimate hands-on guide to modern HVAC design — packed with real-world examples, diagrams, and step-by-step workflows. Whether you’re an engineering student, HVAC designer, or field technician, this book walks you through how to design, size, and layout complete heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems using practical, example-based methods. Each chapter presents realistic system designs drawn from actual engineering practice — including small offices, retail stores, residential buildings, warehouses, schools, and industrial facilities. You’ll learn not just how to ...

This audiobook-friendly study guide delivers a focused, technical overview of roofing systems and practices in a fast, efficient format designed for concentrated review. It explains how roofs function as complete systems, emphasizing water control, durability, and integration with building structures. Core concepts are presented clearly and directly, making the material easy to follow in audio form without sacrificing technical depth. The guide covers both low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems, explaining how slope, materials, and detailing influence performance. It explores roofing ...

A compelling new set of interviews on our changing and turbulent times with Noam Chomsky, one of the world's foremost thinkers In this collection of conversations, conducted from 2010 to 2012, Noam Chomsky explores the most immediate and urgent concerns: the future of democracy in the Arab world...

Master the art of embedded systems — from hardware design to real-world IoT applications. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to design, program, and deploy microcontroller-based systems using ATtiny, ATmega, ESP32, and similar architectures. Combining theory with practical examples, this book walks you through each stage of embedded development — from circuit design and firmware creation to communication, optimization, and deployment. Through detailed schematics, code listings, and illustrated projects, you’ll learn how microcontrollers interact with sensors, displays, and ...

In The Marching Morons, C. M. Kornbluth delivers a biting science fiction satire set in a future where intelligence has all but vanished. With society ruled by mediocrity and the average IQ plummeting, one cunning man from the past awakens to seize control. A darkly humorous, prophetic tale about ignorance, manipulation, and the cost of cultural decay.

When the Grid Fails, Will You Be Ready—Or Left in the Dark? A sudden blackout. A contaminated water supply. Empty grocery store shelves. If disaster struck tonight, would you be prepared—or just hoping for help? Most people wait until it’s too late to realize they should have prepared. But the truth is, real emergencies don’t give you a warning. That’s why Off-Grid Survival Projects exists—to help you build simple, reliable systems before a crisis hits. This isn’t a theory book. It’s a hands-on, step-by-step guide designed for regular people—renters, suburban families, ...