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YA Anthologies: Amplifying Voices, Building Community (Elements in Publishing and Book Culture)
by null Melanie Ramdarshan BoldDespite their long publishing history, anthologies have received little scholarly attention. However, they play an important role in collecting, and reflecting upon, voices and identities that have all-to-often been on the fringes of publishing. This Element explores the sociocultural functions of anthologies in relation to discussions around exclusion/inclusion in the publishing industry. Focusing on YA anthologies, using a case study of A Change Is Gonna Come anthology (2017), this Element argues that the form and function of anthologies allows them to respond to and represent changing ideas of socially-marginalised identities. In A Change Is Gonna Come, this medium also affords Black and Brown authors a platform and community for introspection and the development of both individual and collective identities. Beyond merely introducing writings by socially-marginalised groups, this Element contends that YA anthologies embody a form of literary activism, fostering community-building and offering a means to circumvent obstacles prevalent in publishing.
A Year of Flower Wreaths
by Malin BjörkholmLearn how to create beautiful, modern flower wreaths, not just for Advent and Christmas but throughout the year. Decorate your front door, walls and dining tables, and even your head with flower wreaths. Organised around the seasons of the year, this book has 40 flower projects for all occasions, from the first longing for spring and budding greenery via summer light and harvest time to Christmas and winter rest. All wreaths have clear step-by-step instructions in text and pictures. There are facts about which materials are suitable and sustainable for the different seasons, including which you can pick yourself from nature or your garden. Written by florist, photographer and writer Malin Björkholm, whose wreaths and flower arrangements have become famous on Instagram due to their simplicity and use of natural materials. Projects in this book include an enchanting bright yellow mimosa flower wreath for spring, a traditional midsummer Swedish flower crown, a striking circlet of dried flowers and berries for autumn and a classic door wreath with pine cones for Christmas. More luxurious and more modern than any wreath-making book you'll have seen before, these magical projects will provide endless inspiration for year-round decorating with flowers.
Yearbook Commercial Arbitration, Volume XLVIII (Yearbook Commercial Arbitration Series #48)
by Stephan W. SchillThe Yearbook Commercial Arbitration continues its longstanding commitment to serving as a primary resource for the international arbitration community. With arbitral awards being published in the newly founded ICCA Awards Series as of 2023, the Yearbook now focuses on court decisions that either apply the principal arbitration conventions or are of general interest to the practice of international arbitration and comes with the addition of new indexes to facilitate research. Volume XLVIII (2023) includes: • excerpts of fifty-three decisions<span style="font-size:12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family:Perpetua"> applying the 1958 New York Convention f<span style="font-size:12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family:Perpetua">rom 21 countries indexed by Convention topics • excerpts from eight decisions applying the 1965 ICSID Convention and the 1975 Panama Convention • excerpts from fifty-nine decisions of general interest to the practice of international arbitration: forty-nine recent decisions of the Singapore International Commercial Court, as well as ten decisions rendered by the courts of Canada, France, Germany, and India, and by the European Court of Human Rights • two new indexes covering all reported decisions: a Table of Instruments and an Index by Subject Matter • announcements of new and amended arbitration rules, and recent developments in arbitration law and practice • an extensive Bibliography of recent books and journals on arbitration • a Compendium of Arbitral Awards Published in the Yearbook 1976 – 2022, concluding the Yearbook cycle of awards publication. The Yearbook is edited by the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA), the world’s leading organization representing practitioners and academics in the field of international arbitration, under the general editorship of Prof. Dr. Stephan W. Schill and with the assistance of the Permanent Court of Arbitration, The Hague. It is an essential tool for lawyers, businesspeople and scholars involved in the practice and study of international arbitration.
You Belong with Me (Who’s That Girl)
by null Mhairi McFarlaneShe found The One. But when everyone wants him, can she keep him? When there’s a ring on her doorbell, there’s only one person Edie Thompson wants it to be. The person who’s still in her heart. The person who just might be The One. She and Elliot Owen called it quits once before – but aren’t they too good together not to try? And here he is – offering her everything she dreamed of. But dating Elliot, an actor, is anything but plain sailing. Being an ocean apart and followed by the press is one thing, but when Edie’s friends and Elliot’s family are drawn in, things get messy. Then her boss hires a friendly face in the form of Declan Dunne, who’s there for her when times are tough, and Edie starts to wonder … are she and Elliot a fairytale come true – or a cautionary fable about getting what you wish for? '14/10 on the QWJ scale (queasy with jealousy scale)! I WISH I'd written it. I loved this book so much' MARIAN KEYES 'I am absolutely feral for Mhairi McFarlane. Smart, sensitive, extremely funny and always so, so spot on, she is easily one of the best writers working today' LINDSEY KELK 'McFarlane never misses' GILLIAN MCALLISTER, SCOTTISH DAILY MAIL 'Mhairi McFarlane is the absolute queen of romantic comedies that belie a darker core’ STYLIST READERS ARE LOVING YOU BELONG WITH ME: 'A gorgeous story that you can't put down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Mhairi is a genius at characterisation and loud-out-loud funny' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The dialogue in this just made me swoon … clever, funny and often heart-wrenching' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another stunner from Mhairi … she is very insightful about real relationships' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The queen of wit is back and long may she reign'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
You Can Do It!: Speak Your Mind, America
by Rob SchneiderAn unfiltered and outrageously funny commentary on the threats to free speech in America from the legendary comedian, actor, and Emmy-nominated SNL writer. Rob Schneider&’s childhood in the San Francisco Bay area with parents of mixed-race backgrounds shaped his view of the world: that America affords the greatest opportunity for peoples from all nations and all faiths. But today, in this world gone mad, free speech is under attack. And Schneider keeps finding himself in controversy for questioning what woke ideology is doing to our great nation. Still, he refuses to be censored. In his debut book, Schneider will make you laugh out loud as he tells his unique story of a Hollywood-comedian-turned-vocal-advocate for open dialogue. He takes readers along for a ride through his life in show business (where he&’s starred in 27 movies with his friend Adam Sandler), shares stories from the glory days of Saturday Night Live, and makes a persuasive case for fearlessness in speech and pushing the boundaries in comedy. Comedians matter because they have a unique position in society to stand up against tyranny. In this book, Schneider shares never-before-told personal stories about Chris Farley, Norm Macdonald, Christopher Walken, Dana Carvey, and Martin Landau, and other comedy legends. You Can Do It! is part celeb memoir, part warning, and part siren call to action. It was said during the days of Covid the difference between a conspiracy theory and the truth was about six months. Influenced by his own experiences in Hollywood, Schneider illustrates his points about free expression with provocative commentary on things you aren't suppose to question, like identity politics, Covid tyranny, "global boiling," medical freedoms and more. Schneider refuses to believe he&’s dangerous for saying what he thinks. In fact, the opposite is true—it&’s dangerous to not question the narrative. It&’s dangerous to not exercise your free speech. That&’s what Rob Schneider&’s doing. And as this humorous, shocking, irreverent but insightful book shows readers, you can do it too.
You Don't Have To Have A Dream: Advice for the Incrementally Ambitious
by Tim Minchin‘Life will sometimes seem long and tough. And you will sometimes be happy and sometimes sad. And then you’ll be old. And then you’ll be dead. There is only one sensible thing to do with this empty existence, and that is: fill it.’A book for the romantic-realist in all of us, You Don’t Have to Have a Dream offers Tim Minchin’s inimitable thoughts and advice on life, art, success, kindness, love, and thriving in a meaningless universe. Drawn from three of his iconic commencement addresses, and beautifully designed with specially commissioned illustrations throughout, it’s a rallying cry for creativity, critical thinking, and compassion in our daily lives.It’s never too late to put something beautiful out into the world.
You Must Stand Up: The Fight for Abortion Rights in Post-Dobbs America
by Amanda BeckerThe inspiring, on-the-ground story of the rising grassroots leaders in the abortion rights movement during the pivotal first year after Dobbs.When the Supreme Court decided Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization- overturning the constitutional right to abortion care-the country was thrown into chaos. Abortion providers and their patients faced sudden closures, new restrictions, and rapidly changing rules as nearly half of the states moved quickly to ban or severely curtail abortion access. Against this backdrop, an army of health care providers, lawyers, activists, and everyday people mobilized to protect what a majority of Americans want: legal abortion. In You Must Stand Up, Nieman Fellow Amanda Becker provides a real-time portrait of the creative resistance that unfolded in America's first year without the protections of Roe v. Wade. Amidst daily shifts in health care access, new legal battles coming before partisan courts, and up-for-grabs state constitutions, Becker follows the leaders rising to meet these challenges-doctors and staffers turning to new financial and medical models to remain open and provide abortions, volunteers campaigning against antiabortion ballot initiatives, and medical students fighting to learn to provide what can be lifesaving care. By depicting the splintered reality of post-Dobbs America, and by capturing how Americans have developed new ways to best protect their constitutional rights, Becker ultimately shows how outrage can beget hope, and give rise to a new movement.
You Will Never Be Me
by null Jesse SutantoWhen cracks start forming in an influencer's curated life, she finds out that jealousy is just as viral as a video in this riveting suspense novel by bestselling author Jesse Sutanto. 'Irresistible' Daily Mail 'Delicious' The Times 'A juicy, electric thriller… Hilariously wicked' Elle Best friends make the worst enemies I’m stalking my best friend. There’s no use denying it. Aspen Palmer, with her millions of followers and beautiful family, has everything I want. The worst thing is, I showed her how to get it. And now I’m dead to her. But I’ve found a way to get revenge. If Aspen’s world starts to crumble and I’m there to pick up the pieces with her brands and sponsors, then I’m just getting what I deserve. What my son deserves. Aspen won’t go down without a fight. Nothing gets in the way of her perfect life. But I made Aspen, and I know exactly how to break her… ** ‘The twists are unrelenting with several gasp-out-loud moments and Jesse perfectly balances these with pitch black comedy’ Katy Brent, author of How to Kill Men and Get Away With It 'Searing black comedy' People 'I devoured this book in a few sittings' Louise Swanson, author of End of Story 'A twisty and suspenseful jealousy-fuelled psychological thriller' Culturefly What readers say about Jesse Sutanto's psychological thrillers: ‘I was gripped. I couldn't stop turning the pages’ ‘From the very first page, the tension is palpable’ ‘This Gone Girl meets Crazy Rich Asians tale is a perplexing puzzle’ ‘One of the best psychological thrillers to date… the ending is very explosive’ ‘A deliciously dark tale of obsession, control, sociopathy and toxic friendships’
Your Journey, Your Way: How to Make the Mental Health System Work For You
by Horatio ClareThe mental health system is in trouble. Most people who need help are receiving inadequate treatment, years behind the latest thinking. This life-changing book reveals what really works, and how it can help you.‘Completely brilliant. Everyone should read it’ Cathy Rentzenbrink‘Horatio is as wise as he is compassionate’ Chris van TullekenSpurred into researching this topic following his own journey from breakdown to recovery, award-winning writer and broadcaster Horatio Clare speaks to experts from across the system to show how to put together the best treatment plan for you or a loved one.Whether your interest is in anxiety, depression, burnout, insomnia, self-harm, psychosis, an eating disorder, or any one of many conditions of the mind which can be hell to endure, or support someone through, this vital and beautifully written book is for you.‘A selfless, hopeful book by a writer of vast heart and quiet brilliance, which over its course creates a cartography of the 'paths to recovery' that are open to us all’ Robert Macfarlane
Your Magical Life: A Young Witch's Guide to Becoming Happy, Confident, and Powerful
by Amanda LovelaceFrom the bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one comes an accessible guide to incorporating magic into your life completely from scratch, welcoming beginner witches with arms wide open. As witchcraft grows ever more popular, there are countless introductions to magical practice to choose from—so many that you might not know where to begin. When you're just getting started, it's easy to be intimidated by even "entry-level" magic books, or you simply may not have time to read such heavy texts, leaving you discouraged. Your Magical Life aims to change that, showing that magic doesn&’t have to be fancy, time-consuming, or one-size-fits-all. Drawing from years of practical experience, this is an interactive beginner's guide that introduces the tenets of witchcraft so that you can develop your own practice in whatever way works for you. amanda lovelace offers simple explanations, inspiring poetry, words of encouragement, magical journaling prompts, and the tools needed to begin building a strong, long-lasting practice focused on self-love.
Your Money Life: How to Afford the Future You Want
by Bola SolAS SEEN ON THIS MORNING'Bola Sol is a crucial voice in the financial advice arena. With practical, actionable tips, relatable commentary and a no-nonsense approach to financial literacy, her insights save money, but just as importantly, time too.' Yomi Adegoke, author of THE LIST and co-author of SLAY IN YOUR LANE'An empowering and practical guide to financial literacy and independence . . . The book is filled with real-life examples, clear explanations, and motivational insights, making complex financial concepts accessible to everyone.' GLAMOUR MAGAZINE________________________________________We need to talk about money. Women have been overlooked and underestimated when it comes to finance; we typically earn less, are encouraged to spend more, and have fewer opportunities to build funds. But if we talk about money and share our knowledge, we will grow in confidence and wealth. This is the secret to securing your future and paying for all the things that matter.Whether you want to have children, get married, pay for a mortgage, start your own business or pay for nice holidays, all these goals cost money. But by building solid money habits you can plan for all life’s major milestones and dream bigger. Bola Sol offers the essential tools needed to get started and make your bank balance healthier. Once you’ve done that, she demonstrates how you can grow your ambition and become wealthier. Finally, she reveals how you can use this money smartly to pay for things you want and become happier.Money isn’t everything, but Bola shows how you can build your financial knowledge to enhance your wellbeing, open up new possibilities, and achieve your life goals.
Yummy Little Belly: Over 80 quick, easy, nutritious recipes to keep you and your little ones happy
by null Romina BertinazzoDeliciously simple recipes for happy children and happy parents! Cooking healthy food from scratch has never been easier – discover the ease of homemade meals for your little ones with quick recipes and everyday ingredients! This colourful cookbook is packed full of simple, varied and tasty meal ideas for babies and toddlers from 6 months onwards. Weaning can feel like a big hurdle – parents want to do their best to feed their little ones a variety of nutritious food, without spending hours in the kitchen or endlessly sweeping meals up off the kitchen floor. These recipes bring harmony to mealtimes for the whole family with well-balanced ingredients and flavours, including options to suit all dietary requirements, and all taste buds! Plus a weaning Q&A, a guide to safely cutting food for all ages, and essential tips and tricks to make your weaning journey so much simpler. Including a brilliant range of Romina's signature fruit and veg-packed pancakes, easy homemade veggie nuggets, nutrient-rich pastas and risottos, croquettes, soups, muffins, fritters, breads, cookies and energy balls, the list is almost endless! All of these recipes require zero faff and will leave little bellies happy and full of energy.
Zephyr RTOS Embedded C Programming: Using Embedded RTOS POSIX API
by Andrew EliaszThese days the term Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) is used when referring to an operating system designed for use in embedded microprocessors or controllers. The “Real Time” part refers to the ability to implement applications that can rapidly responding to external events in a deterministic and predictable manner. RTOS-based applications have to meet strict deadline constraints while meeting the requirements of the application. One way of ensuring that urgent operations are handled reliably is to set task priorities on each task and to assign higher priorities to those tasks that need to respond in a more timely manner.Another feature of real-time applications is the careful design and implementation of the communication and synchronization between the various tasks. The Zephyr RTOS was developed by Wind River Systems, and subsequently open sourced. Its design and implementation are oriented towards the development of time critical IoT (Internet of Things) and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) applications, and, consequently it has a rich feature set for building both wireless and wired networking applications. However, with a rich feature set comes a fairly steep learning curve.This book covers the foundations of programming embedded systems applications using Zephyr's Kernel services. After introducing the Zephyr architecture as well as the Zephyr build and configuration processes, the book will focus on multi-tasking and inter-process communication using the Zephyr Kernel Services API. By analogy with embedded Linux programming books, this book will be akin a Linux course that focuses on application development using the Posix API. In this case, however, it will be the Zephyr Kernel Services API that will be the API being used as well as the Posix API features supported by Zephyr.What You’ll learnAn Overview of the Cortex-M Architecture.Advanced data structures and algorithms programming (linked lists, circular buffers and lists).How to build Zephyr Applications, including setting up a Command Line Zephyr Development Environment on Linux.Task scheduling and pre-emption patterns used in Real Time Operating Systems.Scheduling, Interrupts and Synchronization, including threads, scheduling, and system threads.Overview of Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) and Zephyr support for SMP. Memory management, including memory heaps, memory slabs, and memory pools.Who This Book Is ForEmbedded Systems programmers, IoT and IIoT developers, researchers, BLE application developers (Industrial Control Systems, Smart Sensors, Medical Devices, Smart Watches, Manufacturing, Robotics). Also of use to undergraduate and masters in computer science and digital electronics courses.
Zero Trust Sicherheit: Ein Leitfaden für Unternehmen
by Jason Garbis Jerry W. ChapmanVerstehen Sie, wie Zero-Trust-Sicherheit in Ihr Unternehmen integriert werden kann und sollte.Dieses Buch deckt die Komplexität von Unternehmensumgebungen ab und liefert die realistischen Anleitungen und Anforderungen, die Ihr Sicherheitsteam benötigt, um eine Reise zu Zero Trust erfolgreich zu planen und auszuführen und gleichzeitig mehr Wert aus Ihrer bestehenden Unternehmenssicherheitsarchitektur zu ziehen.Nach der Lektüre dieses Buches werden Sie in der Lage sein, eine glaubwürdige und vertretbare Zero-Trust-Sicherheitsarchitektur für Ihr Unternehmen zu entwerfen und eine schrittweise Umstellung zu implementieren, die zu deutlich verbesserter Sicherheit und optimierten Abläufen führt.Zero Trust Sicherheit hat sich zu einem wichtigen Branchentrend entwickelt, und dennoch herrscht immer noch Unsicherheit darüber, was es bedeutet.Bei Zero Trust geht es darum, die zugrundeliegende Philosophie und den Ansatz für die Unternehmenssicherheit grundlegend zu ändern - weg von veralteten und nachweislich ineffektiven perimeterzentrierten Ansätzen hin zu einem dynamischen, identitätszentrierten und richtlinienbasierten Ansatz.Diese Art von Umstellung kann eine Herausforderung sein. Ihr Unternehmen hat bereits Sicherheitsressourcen wie Verzeichnisse, IAM-Systeme, IDS/IPS und SIEM implementiert und in Betrieb genommen, und es kann schwierig sein, dies zu ändern. Zero Trust Sicherheit deckt die gesamte Bandbreite der Unternehmenssicherheit und IT-Architekturen ab und bietet fundierte architektonische Anleitungen und technische Analysen mit dem Ziel, den Weg Ihres Unternehmens zu Zero Trust zu beschleunigen.Was Sie lernen werdenSie verstehen die Sicherheitsprinzipien von Zero Trust und warum es wichtig ist, diese zu übernehmenErkennen der Sicherheits- und Betriebsvorteile von Zero TrustTreffen Sie fundierte Entscheidungen darüber, wo, wann und wie Sie Zero Trust Sicherheitsarchitekturen einsetzenEntdecken Sie, wie sich der Weg zu Zero Trust auf Ihr Unternehmen und Ihre Sicherheitsarchitektur auswirken wirdSie sind in der Lage, Ihre Reise in Richtung Zero Trust zu planen und gleichzeitig Projekte zu identifizieren, die Ihrem Unternehmen unmittelbare Sicherheitsvorteile bringen können.Für wen ist dieses Buch gedacht?Sicherheitsverantwortliche, -architekten und -praktiker sowie CISOs, Sicherheitsarchitekten in Unternehmen, Sicherheitsingenieure, Netzwerksicherheitsarchitekten, Lösungsarchitekten und Zero-Trust-Strategen
Zukunftsstrategie Arbeitswelt: Wie Unternehmen durch eine Kultur der Netzwerkbindung wettbewerbsfähig bleiben
by Corinna SpaethEine Entlassungswelle jagt die nächste. Gleichzeitig suchen Unternehmen nach den besten Talenten. Mit welcher Zukunftsstrategie gelingt es ihnen in der größten Transformation der Arbeitswelt Mitarbeitende mitzunehmen und Talente für das KI-Zeitalter fitzumachen? Fest steht: Wer den Fokus nur auf das Onboarding richtet und keine innovative, zukunftsorientierte Offboarding-Strategie hat, riskiert, auf dem Talente-Markt ins Abseits zu geraten. Dieses Buch ist das Ergebnis einer bemerkenswerten Expedition, bei der Corinna Spaeth Sie mit Global Playern wie Allianz, ENGIE, SAP und vielen mehr auf eine Reise der Reorganisation jenseits des Mainstreams mitnimmt. Anhand der von der Autorin entwickelten Netzwerkbindungsstrategie lernen Unternehmer:innen, Personalentscheider:innen und Führungskräfte, wie sie in jeder Krise zu Talent-Magneten werden und langfristig wettbewerbsfähig bleiben. Wandelt sich die eigene Unternehmenskultur in eine Netzwerkbindungskultur, dann entstehen Innovation und Wertschöpfung genau dort, wo sie Menschen mehr miteinander verbindet als trennt. Mit interdisziplinären Top-Expert:innen, wie z. B. Prof. Dr. Anja Lüthy, Prof. Dr. Christian Busch oder Zukunftsforscher Sven Gàbor Jànszky, hat die Autorin Co-Creating-Interviews geführt und in der Unternehmenspraxis getestet. Alle Beteiligten haben ihr Wissen und ihre Expertise vereint, um etwas Neues und Einzigartiges zu schaffen: die Transformation von Bindung. Denn: „So wie wir uns trennen, bestimmt, wie wir uns binden.“ Der dreistufige Strategieansatz zur Netzwerkbindung zeigt transformationsverändernde Praxishacks auf, die Unternehmen in der Personalstrategie sowie im Umgang mit Mitarbeitenden zu Vorreitern machen.
Zwischen Ad hoc Kommunikation und strategischer Planung: Gestaltung des strategischen Kommunikationsmanagements im Mittelstand
by Ninette FlorschützAnlässlich der in vorausgehenden Studien vielfach erhobenen Mangeldiagnosen widmet sich die interdisziplinäre Studie den Managementprozessen strategischer Kommunikation in mittelständischen Unternehmen. Sie analysiert anhand empirischer Evidenz systematisch deren Gestaltungsentscheidungen, Einflüsse und Kausalitäten, um die Prozessgestaltung des strategischen Kommunikationsmanagements unter den spezifischen Rahmenbedingungen mittelständischer Organisationsstrukturen sichtbar zu machen. Die Befunde identifizieren und erklären die prozessualen Abweichungen von der normativen Konzeptionslehre strategischer Kommunikation. Anhand kontingenter Gestaltungsentscheidungen und ihrer Wirkungsbeiträge bildet die Arbeit das praktizierte Programm zur Steuerung strategischer Kommunikation als alternatives Erfolgsmodell zur Strategieentwicklung und -implementierung in dynamischen Umwelten ab.
Zwischen Quiet Quitting und eigensinnigen Grenzziehungen: Wie junge Arbeitnehmende die Lohnarbeit begrenzen (BestMasters)
by Paula BrücherIn öffentlichen Diskussionen wird jungen Arbeitnehmenden häufig eine veränderte Arbeitseinstellung zugeschrieben. Anders als vorherige Generationen scheinen sie unter dem Schlagwort Work-Live-Balance einen Ausgleich verschiedener Lebensbereiche aktiv anzustreben. Der populär-mediale Trend Quiet Quitting bezeichnet eine Haltung, die für die Berufstätigkeit ein Minimum an Einsatz vorsieht, während andere Lebensbereiche priorisiert werden. Die vorliegende qualitative Studie geht der Frage nach, wie junge Arbeitnehmende verschiedener Berufe Lohnarbeit in ihrem Leben begrenzen und welche Lebensbereiche stattdessen in den Vordergrund treten. Die empirische Beschreibung und Systematisierung von Begrenzungspraktiken verweisen auf ein Menschenbild jenseits eines rational-ökonomischen Marktsubjekts. Hier werden Widersprüche zu arbeitssoziologischen Thesen wie dem Arbeitskraftunternehmer und dem Unternehmerischen Selbst deutlich. Als Ergänzung der Thesen werden die Fun Pragmatics als neuer Idealtypus zur Diskussion gestellt.
Apocalypse Cow
by O.R. SorrelMel loves Sasha and dreams of a day that Sasha might reciprocate her feelings (even though she's straight) - so the fact that it's thirty degrees outside in January and hasn't rained for a year simply passes her by. Mel is just about coping with being the only 'out' lesbian in school and all the sniping that Janis and Ella aim her way, as well as her dreary Saturday job with the stupidly posh Dorian... But when domestic animals suddenly lethally turn on the human race, and Mel finds herself stuck in a mansion with Dorian and Ella, her love-life suddenly turns on its head in the most extraordinary way.A screamingly funny LGTBQ+ love story from a brilliant new talent.
Ethical Password Cracking: Decode passwords using John the Ripper, hashcat, and advanced methods for password breaking
by James Leyte-VidalInvestigate how password protection works and delve into popular cracking techniques for penetration testing and retrieving data Key FeaturesGain guidance for setting up a diverse password-cracking environment across multiple platformsExplore tools such as John the Ripper, Hashcat, and techniques like dictionary and brute force attacks for breaking passwordsDiscover real-world examples and scenarios to navigate password security challenges effectivelyPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionWhether you’re looking to crack passwords as part of a thorough security audit or aiming to recover vital information, this book will equip you with the skills to accomplish your goals. Written by a cybersecurity expert with over fifteen years of experience in penetration testing, Ethical Password Cracking offers a thorough understanding of password protection and the correct approach to retrieving password-protected data. As you progress through the chapters, you first familiarize yourself with how credentials are stored, delving briefly into the math behind password cracking. Then, the book will take you through various tools and techniques to help you recover desired passwords before focusing on common cracking use cases, hash recovery, and cracking. Real-life examples will prompt you to explore brute-force versus dictionary-based approaches and teach you how to apply them to various types of credential storage. By the end of this book, you'll understand how passwords are protected and how to crack the most common credential types with ease.What you will learnUnderstand the concept of password crackingDiscover how OSINT potentially identifies passwords from breachesAddress how to crack common hash types effectivelyIdentify, extract, and crack Windows and macOS password hashesGet up to speed with WPA/WPA2 architectureExplore popular password managers such as KeePass, LastPass, and 1PasswordFormat hashes for Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum wallets, and crack themWho this book is forThis book is for cybersecurity professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers looking to deepen their understanding of password security and enhance their capabilities in password cracking. You’ll need basic knowledge of file and folder management, the capability to install applications, and a fundamental understanding of both Linux and Windows to get started.
Docker Deep Dive: Zero to Docker in a single book
by Nigel PoultonDive deep into Docker and containerization with this comprehensive course. Learn the essentials of Docker, container standards, Docker Engine, image management, networking, security, and advanced deployment techniques.Key FeaturesComprehensive overview of containers and DockerIn-depth exploration of Docker Engine and container standardsPractical guides on working with images and containersBook DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey into the world of Docker and containers with this expertly crafted course. Starting with a high-level overview, you'll gain a solid understanding of containers and the significance of Docker in modern software development. Delve into Docker's core components, exploring essential standards, projects, and the intricacies of the Docker Engine, ensuring a robust foundation. As you progress, practical hands-on modules will guide you through working with images and containers, containerizing applications, and managing multi-container setups using Docker Compose. You'll learn to deploy applications efficiently with Docker Swarm and Docker Stacks, enhancing your ability to manage and scale containerized applications. The course also introduces Docker's integration with WebAssembly, offering a glimpse into cutting-edge container technologies. Concluding with advanced topics, you'll master Docker networking, including overlay networks and persistent data management with volumes. Emphasis on Docker security ensures you can safeguard your applications and data effectively. By the end of this course, you'll possess the skills and knowledge to leverage Docker's full capabilities, from development to deployment, ensuring you remain at the forefront of container technology.What you will learnUnderstand and explore the fundamentals of Docker and containersInstall and configure Docker on various platformsManage Docker images and containers efficientlyDevelop and deploy multi-container applicationsImplement advanced networking and data persistence strategiesSecure Docker environments and applicationsWho this book is forSoftware developers and engineers will benefit from understanding Docker's role in streamlining development processes. DevOps practitioners and system administrators will gain insights into efficient container orchestration and deployment strategies. IT professionals looking to modernize their infrastructure and improve application scalability will find valuable techniques and best practices. Additionally, technology enthusiasts with a keen interest in DevOps and cloud computing will find this book helpful.
Reactive Patterns with RxJS and Angular Signals: Elevate your Angular 18 applications with RxJS Observables, subjects, operators, and Angular Signals
by Lamis ChebbiLeverage the reactive paradigm with RxJS and signals in your Angular applications using common patterns and techniques designed for real-world use casesKey FeaturesDiscover practical reactive patterns to use in your Angular apps to improve the quality and performance of your codeExplore the latest Angular featuresLearn about various RxJS operators and techniquesPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionRxJS is a powerful reactive extension for JavaScript, specializing in asynchronous and event-driven programming. This book serves as a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to learning RxJS and reactivity, helping you navigate reactive patterns, efficient data management, and the streamlined implementation of common features with minimal code. This second edition aligns with the latest version of Angular, introducing new reactive patterns based on Angular Signals, which play a pivotal role in enabling fine-grained reactivity within Angular and enhancing change detection and user interface rendering. Throughout the book, you’ll construct a complete application that incorporates the latest Angular features, such as standalone components, new built-in control flow, deferrable views, and more. You’ll focus on cultivating skills to handle data reactively, thus improving the application's overall quality, user experience, and developer productivity. As you progress, the book covers best practices for testing asynchronous streams and optimizing app performance. By the end of this RxJS and Angular book, you’ll not only be able to develop Angular applications by implementing reactive patterns, but also grasp all the best practices, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of RxJS within the Angular framework.What you will learnGet to grips with RxJS core concepts such as Observables, subjects, and operatorsUse the marble diagram in reactive patternsDelve into stream manipulation, including transforming and combining themUnderstand memory leak problems using RxJS and best practices to avoid themBuild reactive patterns using Angular Signals and RxJSExplore different testing strategies for RxJS appsDiscover multicasting in RxJS and how it can resolve complex problemsBuild a complete Angular app reactively using the latest features of RxJS and AngularWho this book is forIf you're a developer working with Angular and RxJS, this book is for you. Designed for anyone at a beginner level in both Angular and RxJS, this book will help you gain experience and harness the potential of RxJS or benefit you if you’re looking to leverage the reactive paradigm within your Angular applications. This book assumes some familiarity with Angular, basic RxJS, and TypeScript, as well as foundational knowledge of functional programming.
Unlock Your Creativity with Photopea: Edit and retouch images, and create striking text and designs with the free online software
by Michael BurtonTap into the power of Photopea and learn photo editing, digital painting, and how to design graphics for social media, marketing, and merchandise with this self-paced manual written by multidisciplinary visual artist, Michael BurtonKey FeaturesGain foundational skills in photo editing, design, and digital paintingDiscover tools for selections, color adjustments, text application, and content creationExplore the latest updates and plug-ins for more control over image enhancementPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionPhotopea is a comprehensive image and photo editing design tool that provides essential features and capabilities comparable to Adobe Photoshop. This book covers the latest version of Photopea, featuring step-by-step instructions for image editing, improving and enhancing designs with text and effects, and creating eye-catching projects for print and the web. The first part of this book will teach you how to navigate the workspace, use the best tools for specific tasks and projects, and make perfect selections. You’ll also discover how to remove backgrounds, merge and/or add objects, and adjust colors to create impressive images. Later, you’ll explore layers and compositing techniques, and get hands on with retouching images like a pro. The book will demonstrate how to create collages and use brushes, color wheels, and swatches for drawing and painting. You’ll also learn how to apply impressive text to images to create posters, flyers, and logos. By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to retouch, paint, enhance, and manipulate images; how to use templates provided by Photopea; and finally, how to apply your skills to projects.What you will learnUnderstand how to use masks, layer adjustments, and work non-destructively with your imagesUse photo retouching techniques to enhance your images, revive old photos, and apply effectsUse brushes effectively and learn how to create custom brushes for specific tasks and effectsApply different selections for removing backgrounds and objects from photosUtilize the principles of color theory to craft visually stunning compositionsDraw stunning vector and bitmap formats for coloring, rendering, and finished illustrationsWho this book is forThis book is for photographers, illustrators, graphic designers, hobbyists, and students in need of alternative graphic design software suitable for digital imaging and more. Beginners with no prior knowledge of photo editing will also benefit from this book, as it will help them learn fundamental editing skills while they explore Photopea’s functionality.
Quick Start Kubernetes: Unlock the Full Potential of Kubernetes for Scalable Application Management
by Nigel PoultonEmbark on a journey to learn by doing with “Quick Start Kubernetes”. Get a quick head start on the architecture of Kubernetes, learn all the theory, and get your hands-on with lots of simple examples.Key FeaturesAn introduction to Kubernetes and its significanceIn-depth coverage of Kubernetes architectureInsights into advanced operations like scaling, self-healing, and rolling updatesBook DescriptionBegin with an introduction to Kubernetes, understanding its importance and architecture. These foundational chapters will set the stage for your exploration into Kubernetes' capabilities. As you progress, you'll learn how to set up Kubernetes and containerize an application, equipping you with practical skills for real-world application management. The course continues with a focus on running applications on Kubernetes, where you will delve into self-healing mechanisms, scaling, and performing rolling updates. Each chapter builds on the last, ensuring a seamless learning experience that integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice. You'll understand how Kubernetes maintains application health and performance, providing a robust environment for modern applications. Concluding with advanced operational techniques and future steps, the course prepares you to leverage Kubernetes for continuous development and deployment. Whether you're scaling applications to meet demand or ensuring seamless updates with minimal downtime, you'll be equipped with the skills necessary for efficient and effective Kubernetes management. This course is your gateway to becoming proficient in one of the most essential tools in the DevOps toolkit.What you will learnUnderstand what Kubernetes is and why it's essentialLearn the inner workings of Kubernetes architectureGet hands-on with deploying and managing applicationsSet up Kubernetes and containerize applicationsMaster scaling, self-healing, and rolling updatesExplore what's next in your Kubernetes journeyWho this book is forThis course is ideal for a wide range of professionals looking to enhance their skills in container orchestration using Kubernetes. DevOps engineers, software developers, IT administrators, and system architects will find the content particularly valuable. Additionally, project managers and technical leads seeking to understand Kubernetes for overseeing projects will benefit from this course. A basic understanding of Docker and containerization is recommended but not required.
Getting Started with Docker: Master the Art of Containerization with Docker
by Nigel PoultonUnderstand Docker and learn how to containerize applications and run them with DockerKey FeaturesGet up-to-speed with Docker in a single dayGet started with containers and multi-container appsEasy-to-follow hands-on tasksBook DescriptionEmbark on an exciting journey into the realm of Docker, where you'll discover the transformative potential of containerization. The course begins with an introduction to containers, providing a solid foundation for understanding their importance in modern software development. You'll then learn how to install Docker, setting up your environment for success. As you progress, you'll run your first container, gaining hands-on experience with Docker's core functionalities. The course delves into containerizing applications, offering practical insights into creating and managing Docker images. You'll explore Docker registries, learning how to store and share your images efficiently. The adventure continues with multi-container applications using Docker Compose. You'll master the skills needed to orchestrate complex applications, ensuring smooth integration and deployment. The course also introduces Docker's integration with WebAssembly, showcasing cutting-edge techniques to further enhance your development process. By the end, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to take your containerization skills to the next level.What you will learnInstall DockerRun your first containerContainerize a sample appWork with Docker HubDeploy and manage a multi-container app with Docker ComposeDeploy a WebAssembly app with DockerWho this book is forThis course is designed for a wide range of technical professionals. Software developers, system administrators, and IT professionals with a basic understanding of programming and system commands will find it particularly valuable. DevOps engineers looking to streamline deployment processes and IT managers seeking to optimize infrastructure efficiency will benefit greatly. Additionally, tech enthusiasts and hobbyists eager to explore containerization can also take advantage of this course. Familiarity with Linux and command-line interfaces will be beneficial.