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What is consciousness? How do physical processes in the brain give rise to the self-aware mind and to feelings as profoundly varied as love or hate, aesthetic pleasure or spiritual yearning? These questions today are among the most hotly debated issues among scientists and philosophers. Philosopher David J. Chalmers offers a cogent analysis of this heated debate as he unveils a major new theory of consciousness, one that rejects the prevailing reductionist trend of science, while offering provocative insights into the relationship between mind and brain.

Blending the tactics he learned from America's elite force with lessons from the Spartans, samurai, Apache scouts, and other great warrior traditions, Mark Divine has distilled the fundamentals of success into eight powerful principles that will transform you into the leader you always knew you could be. Learn to think like a SEAL and take charge of your destiny at work, at home, and at life.

The hedge fund industry has gone through dramatic changes in recent years. Investors of all types continue to want to place their assets into these investment vehicles even in the wake of the credit crisis, massive frauds, and insider trading scandals. Once the forbidden fruit of Wall Street, hedge funds are now considered "must have" investments in any diversified portfolio.

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.

Considered by many to be Hannah Arendt's greatest work, published as she neared the end of her life, The Life of the Mind investigates thought itself, as it exists in contemplative life. In a shift from her previous writings, most of which focus on the world outside the mind, this work was planned as three volumes that would explore the activities of the mind considered by Arendt to be fundamental. What emerged is a rich, challenging analysis of human mental activity, considered in terms of thinking, willing, and judging.

Creating spreadsheets is not just something we do at the office anymore. We use spreadsheets at the office and at home to do things such as keep track of our finances, store various types of information, create charts of our data and more. If you use a computer then there is a very good chance you have also used Microsoft Excel to some degree. In fact, many Windows computers will come with Microsoft Office already installed which includes Excel and other apps such as Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. The goal of this book is to get you up and running with Microsoft Excel so you can start ...

Introducing "The Carpenter's Handbook," the ultimate guide to mastering the art of custom carpentry and cabinetry! This comprehensive eBook is jam-packed with everything you need to know to become a skilled craftsman and create awe-inspiring woodwork projects. The dream of building professional-quality cabinets, furniture, and unique home décor begins with this essential guide. Dive into the 30 enlightening chapters ranging from foundational knowledge to advanced cabinetry techniques. Begin your journey with an overview of the captivating world of carpentry and its subfields. Equip ...

Day Trading and Swing Trading the Currency Market gives forex traders the strategies and skills they need to approach this highly competitive arena on an equal footing with major institutions. Now in its third edition, this invaluable guide provides the latest statistics, data, and analysis of recent events, giving you the most up-to-date picture of the state of the fast-moving foreign exchange markets. You'll learn how the interbank currency markets work, and how to borrow strategy from the biggest players to profit from trends.

In recent years, Fundamentals of Electronic Measurement & Instrumentation are being used extensively in sensor, Electronics measurements and Instrumentation and signal processing research and many other things. This rapid progress in Electronic Measurement & Instrumentation has created an increasing demand for trained Electronics Engineering personnel. This book is intended for the undergraduate and postgraduate students specializing in Electronics Engineering. It will also serve as reference material for engineers employed in industry. The fundamental concepts and principles behind ...

Unlock the Power of AWS with the AWS Ultimate Guide: From Beginners to Advanced. This comprehensive resource offers an in-depth, practical exploration of cloud computing and AWS services, featuring clear diagrams and essential highlights (key points). Thoughtfully designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals, it provides a solid foundation while delving deep into key AWS concepts. Begin your journey with a clear introduction to traditional IT infrastructure and the fundamentals of cloud computing. As you progress, the guide provides detailed explanations of cloud deployment ...

The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality Instruction, shares with teachers and school leaders the five practices that every teacher can, and should, use to dramatically improve instuctional rigor and relevance, and student performance. E. Don Brown, a past president of the National Association of Secondary School Principals states, "In a time when both institutions and individuals in education are universally being challenged to ‘do more with less,’ we find two fresh new voices [Cain and Laird] ready to take the challenge by delving into the idea that it is the small changes in ...

This box includes 3 amazing books in 1 book: Computer Programming: Fundamentals for Absolute Beginners Hacking: Fundamentals for Absolute Beginners Computer Networking: Fundamentals for Absolute Beginners Below is a preview of what you’ll learn from each book:Computer Programming: Fundamentals for Absolute Beginners The importance of learning computer programming Program structure Variable declaration Looping structures Programming syntax Algorithms in programming Data structures Hierarchy of programming languages Characteristics of programming languages Web programming Factors to ...

In recent years Digital Electronics & Microprocessor is being used extensively in computers, microprocessor and very large scale integration (VLSI) design and digital signal processing research and many other things. This rapid progress in Electronics Engineering has created an increasing demand for trained Digital System Designs personnel. This book is intended for the undergraduate and postgraduate students specializing in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering and Information Technology. It will also serve as reference material for engineers employed in industry. The ...

Are you new to the world of shooting red dot pistol and eager to elevate your accuracy and speed? Look no further! Red Dot Mastery is the ultimate guide to harness the power of red dot sights with accuracy and confidence. In this comprehensive ebook, you'll embark on a journey to master the art of red dot shooting from the ground up. Whether you're in law enforcement, a recreational shooter, a self-defense enthusiast, or someone looking to compete in shooting sports, this book is your key to unlocking the potential of red dot sights. Inside, you'll discover: - A step-by-step introduction to...

This book provides the first comprehensive overview of software architecture’s many aspects. Aspiring and existing architects alike will examine architectural characteristics, architectural patterns, component determination, diagramming and presenting architecture, evolutionary architecture, and many other topics. Mark Richards and Neal Ford—hands-on practitioners who have taught software architecture classes professionally for years—focus on architecture principles that apply across all technology stacks.

Over the past sixty-five years, millions of golfers have studied Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons, making it the bestselling golf book of all time. Now, Hogan’s masterpiece has received the definitive edition it deserves. Widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers in the history of the sport, Hogan is especially known for his mastery of the golf swing. At the start of his career, he played with a hook that threatened to ruin his game, until he dedicated himself to correcting it—and in doing so, he gained a rare and hard-fought understanding of the fundamentals.

A hard-hitting guide to the best strategies for the most popular casino poker games--seven-card stud and Texas hold 'em--plus insights into winning at Omaha, Omaha eight-or-better, seven-card stud eight-or-better, razz, and lowball.

Ever wondered how a Hacker thinks? Or how you could become a Hacker? This book will show you how Hacking works. You will have a chance to understand how attackers gain access to your systems and steal information. Also, you will learn what you need to do to protect yourself from cyber threats and the most common hacking techniques used today. Here's what you'll learn from this security book: The type of hackers How the process of Hacking works and how attackers cover their traces How to install and use Kali Linux The basics of CyberSecurity All the information on malware and cyber attacks ...

This book will save you many thousands of $$ in guitar lessons and thousands of hours trying to learn guitar from YouTube. What if you could become the guitarist absolutely EVERYBODY wants to jam with or be in a band with… this week still? What if you could be the guitar player who attracts the interest of way better musicians who want to jam with you? What kind of skills would you need to improve to become that center of attention? Or the life of the party? What are the things you could improve in your practice approach that would double or triple your results and progress? What is the ...

Who am I? What is the origin, nature, and purpose of life? What lies beyond our physical existence? How does the universe operate? You are not alone—every seeker has confronted these fundamental questions at some point in their journey. Without knowing the answers, we remain passive observers, unable to consciously shape our destiny. This book answers them all. Spiritual Theory of Everything is the culmination of my two-decade journey into uncovering the spiritual and scientific truths of existence. This groundbreaking book delves into life’s essence, exploring profound topics such as ...