Technology Planning

A comprehensive guide to successful event management, this audiobook serves as a valuable resource for both beginners and seasoned professionals, equipping them with the tools needed to plan, execute, and evaluate memorable events. The guide takes listeners through a deep exploration of understanding their audience, conceptualizing resonant events, managing budgets, procuring vendors, effectively marketing, and embracing technology. It also emphasizes the power of networking and the importance of post-event evaluation for continuous improvement.

In their book Abundance, best-selling authors and futurists Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler tackled grand global challenges, such as poverty, hunger, and energy. Then, in Bold, they chronicled the use of exponential technologies that allowed the emergence of powerful new entrepreneurs. Now the best-selling authors are back with The Future Is Faster Than You Think, a blueprint for how our world will change in response to the next 10 years of rapid technological disruption.

Data engineering has grown rapidly in the past decade, leaving many software engineers, data scientists, and analysts looking for a comprehensive view of this practice. With this practical book, you'll learn how to plan and build systems to serve the needs of your organization and customers by evaluating the best technologies available through the framework of the data engineering lifecycle.

Cybersecurity is an emerging career trend and will continue to become increasingly important. Despite the lucrative pay and significant career growth opportunities, many people are unsure of how to get started.

In a world where AI is revolutionizing every industry, there's a thin line between those who thrive and those who fall behind. This exclusive three-audiobook bundle is your access key to the AI winners' club. This isn't just about “using ChatGPT and AI”—millions of people do that. It's about mastering it completely, turning it into a money-making machine that works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even while you sleep.

What if everything you thought you knew about history was wrong—or worse, deliberately rewritten? The Lost Civilization of Tartaria explores the mysteries of a forgotten empire that once spanned the globe. From buried architecture and impossible feats of engineering to orphan trains and suspiciously timed “natural disasters,” this book uncovers the patterns pointing to a massive global reset—and the systematic erasure of an advanced civilization from our collective memory. Through compelling evidence and provocative questions, you'll journey into the world of Tartaria, where star ...

Execute Your Tech Idea applies to all technology projects, including apps, portals, Software as a Service, software tools, smart devices, the Internet of Things, and many more.

Under the aegis of machine learning in our data-driven machine age, computers are programming themselves and learning about - and solving - an extraordinary range of problems, from the mundane to the most daunting. Today it is machine learning programs that enable Amazon and Netflix to predict what users will like, Apple to power Siri's ability to understand voices, and Google to pilot cars.

All these years, aliens have been protecting Earth from extraterrestrial marauders. BUT NOW, THEY’RE GONE. Remnants of the alien security force have come to Earth in desperation, hoping our bellicose society can help them win the war that has annihilated their fleet. Colonel Patrice Sullivan, already an accomplished alien fighter, must now unravel the strange practices and dark secrets that have brought our alien friends to this dismal state. But can her clever tactics and brilliance overcome an enemy bent on obliterating the fleet? And then, when even her friends turn against her, can ...

Get advice on how to leverage AI development tools for all stages of code creation, including requirements, planning, design, coding, debugging, testing, and documentation. With this book, beginners and experienced developers alike will learn how to use a wide range of tools, from general-purpose LLMs to code-specific systems. You'll also learn about more specialized generative AI tools for tasks such as text-to-image creation. Tom Taulli provides a methodology for modular programming that aligns effectively with the way prompts create AI-generated code.

At Amazon, "Day One" is code for inventing like a startup, with little regard for legacy. Day Two is, in Jeff Bezos' own words, "stasis, followed by irrelevance, followed by excruciating, painful decline, followed by death." Most companies today are set up for Day Two. They build advantages and defend them fiercely, rather than invent the future. But Amazon and fellow tech titans Facebook, Google, and Microsoft are operating in Day One: They prioritize reinvention over tradition and collaboration over ownership.

"A FUNNY, HARD-HITTING, SYSTEMS-THINKING APPROACH TO BUSINESS & IT!" Most books: Here's *my* opinion on how to do technology. UNF*CK IT!: Here's a process to analyze your Business & IT and to apply systems-thinking & continuous improvement methodologies to improve your business-technology alignment. With a liberal amount of F-bombs added for salty goodness. Full of pop-culture references and language that would make a sailor blush, UNF*CK IT! presents a comprehensive, systematic plan to improve IT performance, Business-IT alignment, & reduce IT costs. Using six hard-hitting case studies ...

Are you at risk of being scammed? Former con artist and best-selling author of Catch Me If You Can Frank Abagnale shows you how to stop scammers in their tracks. Maybe you're wondering how to make the scam phone calls stop. Perhaps someone has stolen your credit card number. Or you've been a victim of identity theft. Even if you haven't yet been the target of a crime, con artists are always out there, waiting for the right moment to steal your information, your money, and your life.

In AI ChatGPT Side Hustles 2025, you'll discover 12 proven systems that real people have used to transform their financial lives in weeks, not years. Forget the overwhelming complexity of traditional business building–these AI-enhanced strategies eliminate 90% of the trial-and-error that destroys most new ventures.

Are you tired of feeling always on—exhausted, distracted, and chained to your phone? You’re not alone. Studies show the average adult spends over 7 hours a day on screens. The result? Poor sleep. Scattered focus. Shallow relationships. And the constant pressure of being “available” 24/7. It doesn’t have to be this way. In The Digital Detox Plan, David Marshall gives you a step-by-step roadmap to break free from digital overload and take back your life. This isn’t about throwing away your phone or quitting technology altogether—it’s about creating balance so your devices ...

You're probably aware that generative AI can output quality text and create stunning images in seconds. But smart managers are now using gen AI for high-level work—problem-solving, driving innovation, strategic thinking, and dozens of other applications. Managers who develop their generative AI capabilities will soon be leaping ahead of those who don't. Fortunately, you can start today and see immediate results. The HBR Guide to Generative AI for Managers is packed with practical tips, prompts, and case studies to accelerate and improve countless aspects of your work.

There are many books and publications which present multiple techniques and methodologies that will supposedly guarantee success in project management. Yet the failure rate of technology projects remains disappointingly high. By exploring the potential problems and causes of failure this comprehensive guide will equip you with the insight and knowledge to recognise and avoid these. By understanding the causes of project failure you will not only effectively manage projects but also consistently surpass expectations. From initiating and planning to executing and controlling, you will learn ...

Calling all CEOs, founders, and managing partners! Learn valuable scale-up strategies in a brand-new book by UK’s top technology industry business coach Dominic Monkhouse. Since 2014, he has worked as a certified business coach, helping other CEOs and MDs scale up their operations. Through his coaching program, which is a fusion of his broad experience, deep operational expertise, and a proven process used by over 2,700 firms worldwide, Dominic is able to help leaders create a lasting impact.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the financial, legal, and technological complexities of dementia caregiving? You're not alone. Millions of families struggle to balance the emotional and practical demands of caring for a loved one with dementia. "Compassionate Care: A Practical Handbook for Dementia Caregiving" is your essential guide to navigating this challenging journey with confidence and peace of mind. This comprehensive resource provides expert advice, practical strategies, and compassionate support to help you: Secure your loved one's financial future: Discover key resources, ...

Unlocking Student Potential: Creative Strategies for Systematic and Explicit Instruction in the Elementary Classroom is a practical and inspiring resource for teachers who want to bring clarity, structure, and creativity into their daily lessons. Systematic and explicit instruction is one of the most effective ways to help young learners succeed, but it does not need to feel rigid or mechanical. This book shows you how to combine step-by-step teaching with engaging, imaginative strategies that keep students motivated while ensuring mastery. From setting clear learning objectives to ...