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Writing for Video Game Genres: From FPS to RPG
Par Wendy Despain. 2009
This book, written and edited by members of the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) Game Writing Special Interest Group, follows…
the acclaimed Professional Techniques for Video Game Writing to deliver practical advice from seasoned veterans on the special challenges of writing for first-person shooter games (FPS), role-playing games (RMeasurement Data Modeling and Parameter Estimation (Systems Evaluation, Prediction, and Decision-Making)
Par Zhengming Wang, Dongyun Yi, Xiaojun Duan, Jing Yao, Defeng Gu. 2012
This book discusses the theories, methods, and application techniques of the measurement data mathematical modeling and parameter estimation. It seeks…
to build a bridge between mathematical theory and engineering practice in the measurement data processing field so theoretical researchers and technical engineers can communicate. It is organized with abundant materials, such as illustrations, tables, examples, and exercises. The authors create examples to apply mathematical theory innovatively to measurement and control engineering. Not only does this reference provide theoretical knowledge, it provides information on first hand experiences.The Uncanny Valley in Games and Animation
Par Angela Tinwell. 2015
Advances in technology have enabled animators and video game designers to design increasingly realistic, human-like characters in animation and games.…
Although it was intended that this increased realism would allow viewers to appreciate the emotional state of characters, research has shown that audiences often have a negative reaction as the humanDrupal Web Profiles
Par Timi Ogunjobi. 2013
Demystifying one of the most popular content management systems in use today, Drupal Web Profiles offers a complete introduction to…
the installation, configuration, and administration of Drupal versions 6 and 7. Filled with worked examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects, it provides readers with the tools to develop effective business web solutions using Drupal. The book supplies easy-to-follow instruction on the primary aspects of the Drupal framework-from basic installation, configuration, and administration to creating new functionality with custom modules and themes.Defining key Drupal terminology in a way that users and developers can easily understand, this project-based guide explains how to: Create an installation environment for Drupal as well as how to carry out the actual installation Build web applications using Drupal builds and profiles Add new content to a Drupal site and describe, classify, and organize content using the Taxonomy module Optimize Drupal performance with automatic throttling, bandwidth optimization, and page caching Customize Drupal themes and create, install, and debug modules The first five chapters describe how to install, configure, and administer a basic site using Drupal version 6 or 7. The next five chapters introduce Drupal profiles and explain how to get them set up and running. Supplying in-depth treatment of web analytics, including Google analytics, parsing Web logs, and node tagging, the book arms you with time-tested advice on how to monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance of your Drupal installation.Algebraic Number Theory (Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications)
Par Richard A. Mollin. 2011
Bringing the material up to date to reflect modern applications, this second edition has been completely rewritten and reorganized to…
incorporate a new style, methodology, and presentation. It offers a more complete and involved treatment of Galois theory, a more comprehensive section on Pollard's cubic factoring algorithm, and more detailed explanations of proofs to provide a sound understanding of challenging material. This edition also studies binary quadratic forms and compares the ideal and form class groups. The text includes convenient cross-referencing, a comprehensive index, and numerous exercises and applications.Ad Hoc Mobile Wireless Networks: Principles, Protocols, and Applications, Second Edition
Par Subir Kumar Sarkar, T. G. Basavaraju, C. Puttamadappa. 2013
The military, the research community, emergency services, and industrial environments all rely on ad hoc mobile wireless networks because of…
their simple infrastructure and minimal central administration. Now in its second edition, Ad Hoc Mobile Wireless Networks: Principles, Protocols, and Applications explains the concepts, mechanism, design, andKnowledge Management Handbook: Collaboration and Social Networking, Second Edition
Par Jay Liebowitz. 2012
Recent research shows that collaboration and social networking foster knowledge sharing and innovation by sparking new connections, ideas, and practices.…
Yet these informal networks are often misunderstood and poorly managed. Building on the groundbreaking, bestselling first edition, Knowledge Management Handbook: Collaboration and Social NetworkinSecurity Management: A Critical Thinking Approach
Par Michael Land, Truett Ricks, Bobby Ricks. 2014
Security is a paradox. It is often viewed as intrusive, unwanted, a hassle, or something that limits personal, if not…
professional, freedoms. However, if we need security, we often feel as if we can never have enough. Security Management: A Critical Thinking Approach provides security professionals with the ability to critically examine their organPervasive Games: Theory and Design
Par Markus Montola, Jaakko Stenros, Annika Waern. 2009
Emerging quickly from the fast-paced growth of mobile communications and wireless technologies, pervasive games provide a worldwide network of potential…
play spaces. Now games can be designed to be played in public spaces like conferences, museums, communities, cities, buildings or other non-traditional game venues...and game designers need to undeHandbook of Virtual Environments: Design, Implementation, and Applications, Second Edition (Human Factors and Ergonomics)
Par Kelly S. Hale, Kay M. Stanney. 2015
A Complete Toolbox of Theories and TechniquesThe second edition of a bestseller, Handbook of Virtual Environments: Design, Implementation, and Applications…
presents systematic and extensive coverage of the primary areas of research and development within VE technology. It brings together a comprehensive set of contributed articles that address theConstruction Program Management (Best Practices in Portfolio, Program, and Project Management)
Par Joseph Delaney. 2014
Although the construction industry is one of the largest enterprises in the United States, widely accepted management principles, such as…
those contained in PMI's Standard for Program Management are still not widely implemented. This book explores how an improved understanding of these principles could boost construction program success rates. It outlines a process-based approach to construction program management that leverages structure to bring order to what can otherwise feel like an overwhelming challenge. The book includes case studies that illustrate the proper implementation of the steps outlined in the book.Building Enterprise Systems with ODP: An Introduction to Open Distributed Processing
Par Peter F. Linington, Zoran Milosevic, Akira Tanaka, Antonio Vallecillo. 2012
The Reference Model of Open Distributed Processing (RM-ODP) is an international standard that provides a solid basis for describing and…
building widely distributed systems and applications in a systematic way. It stresses the need to build these systems with evolution in mind by identifying the concerns of major stakeholders and then expressing theWinner of a 2015 Alpha Sigma Nu Book Award, Software Essentials: Design and Construction explicitly defines and illustrates the basic…
elements of software design and construction, providing a solid understanding of control flow, abstract data types (ADTs), memory, type relationships, and dynamic behavior. This text evaluates the benefits and overheEthics and Project Management
Par Ralph Kliem Pmp. 2012
Ethics plays a critical role in project management, but all too often, its importance is overlooked. This benign neglect can…
result in serious consequences to individuals and organizations, ranging from tarnished reputations to civil and criminal liability. Ethics and Project Management demonstrates the importance of making ethics a key consideratiTradecraft Primer: A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators
Par Paul Charles Topalian. 2016
Tradecraft Primer: A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators is a timely and relevant reference manual for a new generation of professionals…
as we enter a new era in our nation‘s interrogation programs. A must-read for anyone thinking of entering the interrogation profession, whether in law enforcement, the military, or intelligence, it provides freshMaya for Games: Modeling and Texturing Techniques with Maya and Mudbox
Par Michael Ingrassia. 2009
Well-known Maya professional, Michael Ingrassia, takes readers through his unique style of modeling: "Image Based Modeling" where efficient, realistic models…
can be created very quickly. Ingrassia's techniques allow modelers to create exact replicas of their concept characters or objects. The techniques presented are very efficient and allow game modelers to quickly build out stand alone props to populate environments and game levels. Presented are tried and true techniques that the author has used successfully in game production for the past 10 years. Most, if not all 3D books, focus on basic "box" modeling techniques, which are the basis for proper 3D modeling but not the complete solution. In the author's experience, students who have learned through the Image Based Modeling brand, have quickly excelled into effective modelers. One of the hardest things for any modeler to do is match their model EXACTLY to the concept art or photos they are provided. The insider tips in this book walk artists through this process. Artists begin with basic modeling and advance to a creating a complete scene and set design/game level. Rather than including sporadic models with zero association from to one another, each model in the book becomes an integral part of an overall theme realistic in game development today. The accompanying downloadable resources include 8 exclusive video tutorials on advanced Maya techniques as bonus tracks for artists providing invaluable modeling, rigging and texturing samples. Also, an in-depth video on assembling a "Killer Demo Reel" showing simple but effective video editing techniques used by the author so that artists can learn how to get their work seen. The book not only teaches effective methodology, but provides the user with impressive content for producing effective demo reels and portfolios. Pros and cons of demo reel, website and artist representation are given, along with insights into the expectations of game studios today. The video tutorials show users the finished product, and then run through the process of step by step creation of that particular technique.Revenue Assurance: Expert Opinions for Communications Providers
Par Eric Priezkalns. 2011
This cutting-edge reference represents a new phase in the talkRA project-an initiative dedicated to improving the discipline of revenue assurance…
(RA) for communication providers. From blog to podcasts and now a book, the project offers a platform for a select group of RA experts to share ideas and best practices in revenue assurance, revenue managThe Golden Age of Video Games: The Birth of a Multibillion Dollar Industry
Par Roberto Dillon. 2011
This book focuses on the history of video games, consoles, and home computers from the very beginning until the mid-nineties,…
which started a new era in digital entertainment. The text features the most innovative games and introduces the pioneers who developed them. It offers brief analyses of the most relevant games from each time period. An epilSoftware Maintenance Success Recipes
Par Donald J. Reifer. 2011
Software Maintenance Success Recipes identifies actionable formulas for success based on in-depth analysis of more than 200 real-world maintenance projects.…
It details the set of factors that are usually present when effective software maintenance teams do their work and instructs on the methods required to achieve success. Donald J. Reifer-an award winner for his contributions to the field of software engineering-provides step-by-step guidance on how to structure the job to complete all of the work related to the task.Honoring the Code: Conversations with Great Game Designers
Par Matt Barton. 2013
If you want to be successful in any area of game development-game design, programming, graphics, sound, or publishing-you should know…
how standouts in the industry approach their work and address problems. In Honoring the Code: Conversations with Great Game Designers, 16 groundbreaking game developers share their stories and offer advice for anyone