English Language Development

Big Data teaches you to build big data systems using an architecture designed specifically to capture and analyze web-scale data. This book presents the Lambda Architecture, a scalable, easy-to-understand approach that can be built and run by a small team. You'll explore the theory of big data systems and how to implement them in practice. In addition to discovering a general framework for processing big data, you'll learn specific technologies like Hadoop, Storm, and NoSQL databases.

Do you struggle to convince people you’re right? Do you want to learn the techniques to convince people of your point of view and learn to speak the language that changes minds? In this informative book, you'll discover the techniques to use to make people believe you’re right, why with great power comes great responsibility, how to think of what to say whilst on the spot, the power of mixing certain techniques, how these techniques can be applied to online as well as offline life, and more.

This book focuses on three important aspects of body language: leadership, reading hints, and making eye contact. It sounds so simple, but these are three of the most important factors in conversations between two people, or in a group, and they define who we are, what message we convey, and how to interpret those messages every day.

Some studies say that over 80 percent of communication occurs nonverbally, and a large part of that is through body language and the image we present. From the way you stand, walk, and gesture, you could be telling one thing, but the listener could be hearing something completely different. This is why it’s incredibly important that you master body language.

Delve into the fascinating realm of human perception with "The Power of Perception Bundle." This extraordinary audiobook collection features two essential titles that provide you with invaluable insights into the subtle cues of body language and the art of detecting covert manipulation.

Decode body language, pick up on the subtlest of gestures, and effortlessly connect with people, even without saying a word! Do you want to know what other people are thinking? We all do, but it's not always easy to figure out. You might not always be sure if they're telling the truth, or if they're just trying to manipulate you. You can’t help but feel like you're missing out on a lot of important information. Most people are terrible at reading body language and understanding what other people are thinking.

Build a stronger vocabulary in just an hour with this fast and funny exercise program. You'll learn tough words and tricky meanings, and you can test your knowledge at the end of each session with a quick quiz. The tape includes parts of speech, spellings, definitions, pronunciations, and 60 troubling terms - and all with humorous or pointed examples that help you remember them easily. Author Jeffrey McQuain created the Smithsonian Institution's first course on the American language and coauthored the best seller The Elements of English.

Among the important problems with the advancement of language is dependability. How did human beings end up with a language? In other words, language and rituals co-evolved together. People could now use body language along with spoken signals to communicate with each other. In addition, this was also the very first time they might state something verbally and something else non-verbally. To neutralize the devastating impact of lies on group cohesion, human beings developed routines and religion.

Have you watched the news lately? They can't stop talking about hacking. It is portrayed in movies, shouted about in media headlines, and typically gets a lot of attention. In fact, in the run up to the 2016 US Presidential election, there were allegations made nearly every day that the Russians were influencing the election by hacking into American databases and systems. And who can forget Julian Assange and his infamous WikiLeaks that successfully hacked into hundreds of thousands of emails, and whose actions may have kept Hillary Clinton out of the White House.

Personal magnetism is no longer a mysterious force only the lucky few possess. By following these seven easy steps, you, too, can be magnetic, captivating, and even persuasive. Laid down for your convenience and personal development, you will find tips and tricks for the human animal, life hacks anybody can employ immediately for stronger, clearer communications. Don't get caught unprepared when called upon to speak, and stop being at the mercy of so-called unconscious motivations.

This audiobook will teach you how to read people like a book. It’s a wonderful blend between interesting information and practical knowledge that you can put to use. Use this as your go-to guide for social, professional, and romantic connections.

With this book you'll learn how to be a better leader, interact in group settings, and express your feelings more openly to your loved ones. By projecting confidence and respect for others, you can create the relationships you've always wanted - in every aspect of life!

We communicate constantly, whether we intend to or not. Every glance, every gesture, every shift in posture sends a message—a silent conversation playing out alongside the words we speak. This silent language, the realm of nonverbal communication, often holds more weight than the spoken word, subtly shaping our perceptions and influencing our interactions. “Your Guide to Body Language” is your passport into this fascinating world. Within this book, we'll explore the powerful impact of nonverbal cues on our relationships, our careers, and our personal lives.

Gain in-depth insights on human behavior and the inner psychology behind why people do the things they do and learn how to analyze people through nonverbal and verbal cues and body language to speed read people in no time.

This book was designed to guide individuals toward the love and respect they desire. Utilizing the four love languages along with rigorous self-reflection, one will discover a new and rich life of love, romance, and fulfillment....

Do you want to develop the skills to translate the micro expressions, body language, and human psychology? Have you tried endless methods, but nothing seems to work for more than a few weeks? Have you ever wondered if your date felt the same way? If so, then you’ve come to the right place.

The Art of Unit Testing, Second Edition guides you step-by-step from writing your first simple tests to developing robust test sets that are maintainable, readable, and trustworthy. You'll master the foundational ideas and quickly move to high-value subjects like mocks, stubs, and isolation, including frameworks such as Moq, FakeItEasy, and Typemock Isolator.

Communication is not always through sound or language. Much can be said with gestures and movement of eyes. In fact, more often than not, it is the body language that 'says' more than words. Now discover all the finer points and the nuances of body language in this masterly work. How does a thumb gesture display dominance, superiority and aggression? How does dilation of eyes send a romantic signal? What does a sideways glance indicate?

What do people do when they communicate? They use all kinds of body language. The science of body language is sophisticated. Nonverbal communication knows a myriad of interpretations and analyses. Therefore, you can be assured that studying the topic through a guide like this can be valuable to you. To top it all off, the audiobook will list a number of tips to reduce social anxiety, something we all suffer from in some small degree, and some more than others. The human body sends so many signals without actually uttering words, and it’s time that we learn what it all means.

Take a second to imagine how you’ll feel once you have made a few forays into meeting new people at events, and how your family and friends will react when you are the one talking about the interesting fellow you met at a networking event! So even if you’re used to hiding in the hotel bathroom when you’re supposed to be at the meet-and-greet part of the conference you are attending, you can now partake of the hors d'oeuvre you have been missing out on while making small talk with strangers.