Systems Engineering

The Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Exam Study Guide is a concise and focused resource designed to help candidates understand the core principles of quality management, process control, and statistical analysis. This book is not an exhaustive reference nor a substitute for detailed study materials but instead provides a structured review of key topics covered in the CQE certification exam. Readers will gain a clear understanding of foundational quality concepts, including process improvement strategies, statistical process control (SPC), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), risk ...

From J.J.F. Reibel (MBA, M.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, M.S. Data Analytics), the writer of numerous #1 Computer Science titles, comes C++ Programming, serving as both a stand alone C++ guide as well as a sequel to his previous publication, C Programming. Topics include: - C++ Basics - Additions to C++ from C - System Programming - Object-Oriented Programming - Network Programming - Data Programming - Gaming and Robotics

This book is your hands-on guide to understanding, designing, and deploying AI agents that do more than chat — they act. Whether you're a beginner or a technical professional, you'll explore how intelligent agents are automating real-world tasks across industries like customer support, e-commerce, healthcare, finance, education, and software development. Inside, you'll learn: What AI agents are and how they work Key tools like LangChain, Flowise, and Make.com Real use cases with workflows, tools, and diagrams How to build agents with or without code What’s coming next in autonomous ...

In this Very Short Introduction, Nick Jenkins explores our historic investment in the exploitation of fossil energy resources and their current importance, and discusses the implications of our increasing rate of energy use. He considers the widespread acceptance by scientists and policy makers that our energy systems must reduce emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases, and looks forward to the radical changes in fuel technology that will be necessary to continue to provide energy supplies in a sustainable manner, and extend access across the developing world.

MEP Engineering in Construction with Example Designs: A Practical Guide to Drawings, Design, and Coordination By Yuhsiu Lai A complete guide to the real-world design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in construction. This book is a practical, step-by-step training resource for understanding how MEP systems are designed, drawn, and integrated into buildings. Whether you're a student, designer, engineer, project manager, or tradesperson, this guide walks you through the full process — from concept to construction — using clear explanations, codes, sample ...

The Nomad is alone. On an endless journey across the stars, hunted by a race of mysterious machines, he must fight to survive. Armed with only his single-manned fighter, the Nomad must scavenge what little can be found in a dead and decaying universe. His equipment steadily breaking down, the Nomad is forced to rely on his ingenuity and piloting skills to keep both himself alive and his ship in the sky. Set amidst the backdrop of an endless, desolate, infinity, the Nomad travels from star to star, planet to planet, searching for salvation. A hard sci-fi survival adventure filled with ...

There are no easy decisions in software architecture. Instead, there are many hard parts—difficult problems or issues with no best practices—that force you to choose among various compromises. With this book, you'll learn how to think critically about the trade-offs involved with distributed architectures. Architecture veterans and practicing consultants Neal Ford, Mark Richards, Pramod Sadalage, and Zhamak Dehghani discuss strategies for choosing an appropriate architecture.

Michael Grunwald, bestselling author of The Swamp and The New New Deal, builds his narrative around a brilliant, relentless, unforgettable food and land expert named Tim Searchinger. He chronicles Searchinger’s uphill battles against bad science and bad politics, both driven by the overwhelming influence of agricultural interests. And he illuminates a path that could save our planetary home for ourselves and future generations—through better policy, technology, and behavior, as well as a new land ethic recognizing that every acre matters.

Immerse yourself in the world of future propulsion with "Warp Drive Propulsion Systems." This eBook opens the door to the captivating realm of faster-than-light travel as you've never seen it before. Journey through chapters rich in scientific knowledge and driven by curiosity to unearth the secrets of warp technology. "Warp Drive Propulsion Systems" is your first-class voyage to understanding the concept of warp drive, its history, development, and notable achievements in the field. Engage with the intriguing physics of warp drive, explore the principle of faster-than-light travel, and ...

Donors, leaders of nonprofits, and public policy makers usually have the best of intentions to serve society and improve social conditions. But often their solutions fall far short of what they want to accomplish and what is truly needed. Moreover, the answers they propose and fund often produce the opposite of what they want over time. We end up with temporary shelters that increase homelessness, drug busts that increase drug-related crime, or food aid that increases starvation.

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. This bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other infamous strategists. The 48 Laws of Power will fascinate any listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.

The Systems Thinker will help you to implement systems thinking at your workplace, human relations, and everyday thinking habits. Boost your observation and analytical skills to find the real triggers and influencing forces behind contemporary politics, economics, health, and education changes.

Did you know that in the United States alone, an estimated 345 billion gallons of water are used daily? This shouldn’t be surprising–we live in a world of consumerism, and unfortunately, this even correlates to how we use natural resources like electricity and water. But what are you supposed to do? It’s not like you can just go without water.

From the Bestselling Author P.S. Power comes an exciting adventure that will change the world. Tor Baker is no ordinary boy. Hailing from a humble background in the deep woods, Tor has been granted a special scholarship from the king to study magic, and he's determined to make the most of it. But when he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and schemes that have been building for years before his birth, Tor must rely on all of his magical skills and cunning to save himself and the kingdom. With intrigue, danger, and a hint of romance, this story will keep you guessing until the very ...

In the silent, clandestine corridors of power, a new kind of war is born—a war fought not with bombs and soldiers, but with silent, invisible lines of code. It is a war that will be waged in the deepest shadows, its battlefield the digital heart of a nation's most guarded secret. In the sun-scorched desert of Iran, inside the heavily fortified Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant, Dr. Kian Alavi is a man of science and pride. A brilliant engineer dedicated to his country's peaceful nuclear ambitions, he is the first to notice the whispers of a ghost in the machine: centrifuges, the pinnacle of ...

You wake up and feel a tickle in your throat. Your head hurts. You’re mildly annoyed as you get the kids ready for school and dress for work yourself. Meanwhile, an epic war is being fought, just below your skin. Millions are fighting and dying for you to be able to complain as you head out the door. So what, exactly, is your immune system? In Immune, Philipp Dettmer, the brains behind the most popular science channel on YouTube, takes listeners on a journey through the fortress of the human body and its defenses.

The most widely-used text of the last 25 years in its discipline, Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem has been thoroughly revised and expanded for the first time while retaining the features that have made it the standard in its field: Clear explanations, an emphasis on each doctrine’s scriptural basis, and practical applications to daily life. Volume 1 of 2.

Book Description: Maximizing Uptime with Site Reliability Engineering: Strategies for Business Success In today's fast-paced digital landscape, ensuring the reliability and availability of services is more critical than ever. "Maximizing Uptime with Site Reliability Engineering: Strategies for Business Success" offers a comprehensive guide to implementing Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles within any organization. This book begins with a robust introduction to the evolution of SRE, highlighting its significance in maintaining uptime and driving business success. The authors delve...

This book guides listeners through best practices around planning, designing, building, and implementing a design system, with insights and first-hand experiences from lead designers at Shopify, Google, Apple, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Futurologist Luna Lee presents possibilities for the future of space travel in the next 100 years.