Bøger af Ankur Gupta

The proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Next-Generation Computing and Information Systems (ICNGCIS'23) includes research papers in diverse emerging domains such as AI, blockchain, web 3.0, metaverse and edge computing apart from traditional domains such as distributed computing and networks and cybersecurity. The proceedings include papers addressing currently relevant research issues such as smart contract security, interoperability in the metaverse, AI applications in healthcare, agriculture and related domains. The proceedings encompass findings with real-world implications for the growth and evolution of modern computing and information systems by addressing various challenges related to their design, deployment, operational aspects, performance and shortcomings. The intended audience for the proceedings of ICNGCIS'23 include researchers from industry and academia, practitioners, students, technology enthusiasts and even general audience looking to explore interesting applications, use-cases and fundamental issues in modern computing and information systems.

In a world grappling with environmental challenges, individuals like Aarav stand as beacons of hope, driving change and inspiring action. This book chronicles Aarav's remarkable journey from struggle to success, highlighting the pivotal role he played in addressing India's pressing environmental issues. As we delve into Aarav's story, we embark on a journey of resilience, perseverance, and ultimately, triumph. Through his experiences, we gain insight into the complexities of environmental advocacy and the power of unwavering determination in effecting meaningful change. Join us as we celebrate Aarav's legacy and the enduring impact of his contributions to society and the world at large.

Unleash Your Retirement: Aarav's Journey to Living Life on His Own Terms Immerse yourself in the story as Aarav, a 35-year-old professional who takes you on a remarkable adventure leading up to his early retirement. Find out how to achieve financial independence, live a lively retirement, and create a happy post-career path by reading his motivational narrative. If you want to retire early and enjoy life on your own terms, you should listen to Aarav's advice. He describes his ideal retirement and how he methodically planned his money. Achieving financial freedom and enjoying a life you love is possible with the help of this book's mix of first-person stories, professional insights, and practical guidance. Come along with Aarav as he faces the challenges and triumphs of retirement planning, including making the most of your money and assets and putting your health first. Learn about the many activities, pastimes, shifting to the mountains, and travel experiences that Aarav has enjoyed during his retirement, exploring revenue side lines during retirement, and that might encourage you to do the same. Set out on a life-altering quest for retirement satisfaction with Aarav at your side. Inspiring and instructive, this book will help you achieve your retirement goals, whether they be early retirement or just a better quality of life after work.

The discipline of project management in the engineering sector, specifically in relation to Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) projects in India, has seen substantial changes. Given the dynamic and complicated nature of FGD projects, it is crucial to prioritize excellent project management in order to achieve successful results. The opening of this book emphasizes the crucial significance of proficient project management in successfully navigating the difficulties inherent in FGD projects and attaining acceptable outcomes. The text delineates the goals of the book and offers a structure for comprehending the changing significance of project management in the FGD engineering domain. This book seeks to improve the project management abilities of engineering students, professional engineers, and managers in the FGD business by presenting genuine case studies based on the successful completion of over 40+ projects in India.

4 JAPANESE CONCEPTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR STATE OF MIND - "Unleashing Secrets Of Ancient Japanese Wisdom To Transcend Your State Of Mind And Create Lasting Mental Change"Do you want to live a peaceful and stress-free life, but don't know how? Do you want to complete more work in less time? Do you hear everywhere about the benefits of a Zen state of mind, but you just can't figure out how to achieve it? If your answer is Yes, then this book is exactly what you are looking for. In this book, we will discuss four Japanese concepts derived from ancient Zen principles. These concepts are Shoshin, Mushin no Shin, Fudoshin, and Zanshin. Each of these concepts will help you live in the present moment, be more mindful of your surroundings, and achieve your goals faster. You can apply the lessons learned from these Japanese concepts to all aspects of your life. In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety seem to be constant companions, many are seeking ways to transform their state of mind and achieve a sense of inner peace and balance. One approach that has gained immense popularity in recent years is the Japanese way of cultivating a calm and centred state of mind. Rooted in centuries-old traditions like Zen Buddhism and mindfulness practices, the Japanese have mastered the art of achieving mental clarity and emotional well-being. "It's all about mindset. From the moment you wake up, to the moment you rest your head at night. Everything is up to you. Your emotions, your thoughts, your perceptions, your reactions. Every moment." -Michael Bli In this book, we will explore the Japanese ways to transform your state of mind through the principles of Zen and mindfulness. Whether it's through Zen meditation, the art of tea ceremony, the principles of Kaizen, the discovery of Ikigai, or simply immersing oneself in the beauty of nature, Japan offers a rich tapestry of tools and experiences for achieving mental transformation and inner peace. By embracing these practices and principles, individuals from all walks of life can benefit from the wisdom of the Japanese way and find a deeper sense of balance and serenity in their lives.

Mazes & Labyrinths A Z Activity Book for Kids52 Amazing Mazes Embark on a Mind-Bending Adventure through a world of intricate mazes! From Alien Invasions to Zombie Apocalypses, navigate through 52 uniquely designed labyrinths across a variety of themes. Perfect for young adventurers aged 4-10, As well as for adults. High-Quality Paper- Ideal for pencils and markers Single-Sided Pages- No ink seepage- Easy to remove and display

Halloween A Z Coloring Book for KidsCelebrating Halloween in 52 Ways Embark on a Spooktacular Coloring Adventure through the World of Halloween! From Haunted Houses to Zombie Apocalypses, from eerie forests to pirate ships, this one-of-a-kind book offers 52 unique Halloween-themed illustrations to color. Perfect for young artists aged 4-10. High-Quality Paper- Ideal for crayons, color pencils & markers Single-Sided Pages- No color seepage- Easy to remove and display

World Masks Coloring Book for Kids52 Masks from A to Z Embark on a Coloring Journey through World Masks! From Superheroes to Mythical characters, from all-over-the-world each volume offers 52 unique masks to color. Perfect for young artists aged 4-10. High-Quality PaperPerfect for crayons, color pencils & markersSingle-Sided PagesNo color seepageEasy to remove and display

About BookYou are unique special and different with a high potential to succeed and do well in your life, profession, business or career. For this you need to know your true strengths and capabilities so that you can focus on them to get the best. You need to get to know your hidden potential fast so that you do not waste your time energy and resources on inherent weaknesses and problems.Believe in Yourself...Take Charge of Your LifeTaking charge comes from within so you need to be proactive in being the boss of your own mind. Being proactive means looking ahead and planning to the extent that you can. Taking charge of yourself may be the fuel you need to make everything in your life a success."Appo Deepa Bhavah"Be your own lamp Buddha's last words to his foremost disciple Ananda as he fell silent to embrace his approaching death.AuthorAn alumnus of IIM-Ahmedabad & BITS-Pilani, the author shares his vast knowledge, experience & learnings from his Mind Management workshops. He firmly believes that each individual is a "Seed of Genius" waiting to sprout her/his true inner potential. Self-awareness is the key towards triggering this process.This book therefore includes iTry & iQuiz exercises. These trigger self-discovery to enable an individual recognise his/her uniqueness and realise their natural multiple intelligences. Once identified they can be wholistically nurtured. The results can be surprisingly motivating for unimaginable achievements.

Flower-o-PediaThe A-Z of World Flowers Hey, almost-teen! Ready to be the flower expert among your friends? Dive into Flower-o-Pedia, your A to Z guide featuring 26 blooming beauties, each more amazing than the last!What's Inside?26 Incredible Flowers: From the romantic Rose to the cheerful Sunflower, discover a new flower for every letter of the alphabet!AI-Generated Imagery: Turn the page and be amazed by vibrant, lifelike images created using advanced AI techniques. It's like having a garden tour right from your room!Vivid Descriptions: Feel the petals and the morning dew with descriptions so vivid, you'll think you're strolling through a blooming garden.Ready to blossom and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge?Your floral adventure starts here! Explore & Learn Fascinating Colorful Fun-Facts

Butterfly-o-PediaThe A-Z of World Butterflies Hey young explorer! Ready to flutter into the fascinating Butterfly-o-Pedia, your A to Z guide featuring 26 of the most colorful and captivating butterflies from around the globe!What's Inside?26 Exquisite Butterflies: From the enchanting Monarch to the elusive Blue Tiger, discover a new butterfly for every alphabet!AI-Generated Imagery: Flip through the pages and marvel at stunning, lifelike images crafted using cutting-edge AI techniques. It's like having a butterfly garden right in your hands!Vivid Descriptions: Feel the delicate texture of the wings and the vibrant hues with descriptions so vivid, you'll think you're amidst a swarm of butterflies.Ready to embark on a journey that will leave you and your friends spellbound?Your butterfly adventure starts here!

Dinosaur-o-PediaThe A-Z of World Dinosaurs Hey, almost-teen! Ready to be the dino guru among your friends? Dive into Dinosaur-o-Pedia, your A to Z guide featuring 26 prehistoric giants, each more amazing than the last!What's Inside?26 Incredible Dinosaurs: From the fearsome Tyrannosaurus to the armored Stegosaurus, discover a new dinosaur for every letter of the alphabet!AI-Generated Imagery: Turn the page and be amazed by vibrant, lifelike images created using advanced AI techniques. It's like having a prehistoric journey right from your room!Vivid Descriptions: Feel the earth shake with descriptions so vivid, you'll think you're walking alongside these incredible dinosaurs.Ready to step back in time and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge? Your prehistoric adventure starts here! Explore & Learn Fascinating Colorful Fun-Facts

Fish-o-PediaThe A-Z of World Fishes Hey, almost-teen! Ready to be the fish guru among your friends? Dive into Fish-o-Pedia, your A to Z guide featuring 26 aquatic marvels, each more amazing than the last! What's Inside?26 Incredible FishFrom the vibrant Clownfish to the electrifying Electric Eel, discover a new fish for every letter of the alphabet!AI-Generated ImageryTurn the page and be amazed by vibrant, lifelike images created using advanced AI techniques. It's like having a scuba diving adventure right from your room!Vivid DescriptionsFeel the splash of the waves with descriptions so vivid, you'll think you're swimming alongside these incredible fish.Ready to dive deep and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge?Your underwater adventure starts here! Explore & Learn Fascinating Colorful Fun-Facts

Bird-o-PediaThe A-Z of World Birds Hey, almost-teen! Ready to be the bird expert among your friends?Dive into Bird-o-Pedia, your A to Z guide featuring 26 feathered wonders, each more amazing than the last! What's Inside?26 Incredible BirdsFrom the show-offy Peacock to the brainy African Grey, discover a new bird for every letter of the alphabet!AI-Generated ImageryTurn the page and be amazed by vibrant, lifelike images created using advanced AI techniques. It's like having a birdwatching adventure right from your room!Vivid DescriptionsFeel the wind beneath your wings with descriptions so vivid, you'll think you're soaring alongside these incredible birds.Ready to spread your almost-teen wings and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge?Your sky-high adventure starts here!Explore & Learn Fascinating Colorful Fun-Facts

World Flowers A ZCreative Coloring with Fun-Facts Welcome to World Flowers A-Z, a magical journey through the vibrant and fragrant world of flowers! This one-of-a-kind book is perfect for young botanists and artists, as well as flower-loving adults who want to learn and unwind. From the elegant Anemone to the exotic Zinnia, each flower is described in simple, engaging words that are perfect for all ages. Coloring pages are thoughtfully placed on the odd side, while the facing page offers a brief, fun description of each flower. This ensures no color seepage, keeping your artistic creations as fresh as a daisy! But World Flowers A-Z is more than just a coloring book; it's a canvas for imagination. Whether you're a child or an adult, you're free to color these lovely flowers any way you like-be it a purple Sunflower or a rainbow-colored Lotus, which is also the national flower of India! This book nurtures a love for both art and nature, sparking curiosity and encouraging creative thinking. Ideal for bedtime stories, family reading, or classroom fun, it's the perfect gift for young minds and adults eager to learn and create. So grab your copy today and make learning about flowers as fun and colorful as the blooms themselves!

31 Tales from MahabharataPart of the Bhartiya Sanskriti SeriesDive into a month-long journey with "31 Tales from Mahabharata", specially curated for Non-Resident Indian children. These tales, drawn from ancient India's grandest epic, offer vibrant stories filled with valor, wisdom, and lessons that stand the test of time.Each story introduces young readers to the rich tapestry of characters that make up the Mahabharata. To make the reading smoother, every tale is paired with a handy character guide and a vocabulary list, ensuring clarity and comprehension.This book is more than just stories; it's a bridge to India's splendid past. As parents share these tales, children will uncover a world of adventure and values. Come, explore the wonders of the Mahabharata, one tale at a time.

31 Tales from RamayanPart of the Bhartiya Sanskriti SeriesEmbark on a month-long odyssey with "31 Tales from Ramayan", meticulously crafted for Non-Resident Indian children. These tales, sourced from ancient India's revered saga, present luminous narratives brimming with devotion, honor, and teachings that resonate through the ages.Each narrative acquaints young readers with the diverse mosaic of personalities that constitute the Ramayan. To enhance the reading experience, every tale is complemented with a detailed character guide and a vocabulary list, ensuring lucidity and understanding.This book is not merely a collection of stories; it's a gateway to India's magnificent heritage. As parents narrate these tales, children will discover a realm of heroism and ethics. Venture forth and discover the marvels of the Ramayan, one tale at a time.

EMBARK ON A VIBRANT JOURNEY THROUGH NATURE!Discover the wonders of the natural world with The A Z Identify Guide: Natural Beings, a captivating and educational journey designed for young explorers and nature enthusiasts. This beautifully illustrated book is not just a reading experience but an excursion into the heart of Earth's diverse ecosystems. WHAT'S INSIDE? A to Z Format: >Diverse Categories: >Vivid Illustrations: >Easy Identification: >Educational and Engaging: >The A Z Identify Guide: Natural Beings is more than just a book; it's an invitation to embark on an adventure through the kaleidoscope of life on Earth. Ideal for both home and classroom settings, this book promises to be a cherished resource for curious minds eager to explore the natural world.

Candy Carnival in CandylandSmahi & Barsh's Magical Journey Join the lovable characters on this enchanting journey through the candy-filled world of Candyland. Meet Mr. Sweettooth, the amicable guide, and discover Jolly Jelly's amazing shape-shifting abilities. Pink Puff, with her Cotton Candy appearance, adds a touch of sweetness to the adventure. Ringo's colorful, sparkling candy rings will capture your imagination, and Bubbly Belle, the bubblegum princess, will show you how to create the biggest bubbles you've ever seen. With vibrant illustrations and valuable life lessons, this book is perfect for children aged 6-10 years. Immerse yourself in the magic of Candyland, where these delightful characters will help your child understand the importance of dental care while indulging in sweet adventures. Parents, you'll appreciate the valuable lessons hidden within this enchanting story.

WORLD THEATRICAL MASKSThe Many Faces of Expression: Art, Culture & Masks Step into a realm where each mask is a gateway to a different culture and tradition. This episode takes you on an enthralling journey from the ancient masks of Greece to the Dharmaraj masks representing death in Indian theater. Uncover the diverse roles and meanings that masks hold across various global cultures. Immerse yourself in the symbolism, purpose, and artistry that define each mask. This episode is enriched with captivating visual aids and offers an interactive quiz to test your newfound knowledge. Ideal for art enthusiasts, history aficionados, and anyone curious about the cultural significance of masks across the world.

WORLD MUSICAL INSTRUMENTSStriking a Chord: Strings, Winds & Beats Embark on a melodious journey that transcends borders and cultures. This episode introduces you to an array of musical instruments, from the Alphorn of Switzerland to the Sitar of India. Discover the rich tapestry of sounds, techniques, and histories that make each instrument unique. Immerse yourself in the craftsmanship, cultural significance, and the stories behind these instruments. The episode is enhanced with visually striking images and includes an interactive quiz to engage your musical curiosity. Perfect for music lovers, cultural explorers, and anyone eager to learn about the world's diverse musical heritage.

This book covers the whole range of gas sensing aspects starting from basics, synthesis, processing, characterization, and application developments. All sub-topics within the domain of gas sensors such as active materials, novel nanomaterials, working mechanisms, fabrication techniques, computational approach, and development of microsensors, and latest advancements such as the Internet of Things (IoT) in gas sensors, and nanogenerators, are explained as well. Related manufacturing sections and proposed direction of future research are also reviewed.Features:Covers detailed state-of-the-art specific chemiresistive sensing materials.Presents novel nanomaterial platforms and concepts for resistive gas sensing.Reviews pertinent aspects of smart sensors and IoT sensing.Explains nanotechnology-enabled experimental findings, and future directions of smart gas sensing technology.Explores implication of latest advancements such as IoT in gas sensors, and nanogenerators.This book is aimed at academic researchers and professionals in sensors and actuators, nanotechnology, and materials science.

Nanostructured materials exhibit distinct properties by virtue of their nanoscale morphological variations, which open up endless possibilities to investigate unexplored and interesting applications. This textbook broadly covers the fabrication and characterization of nanostructured films and exploration of their gas-sensing applications. It presents the fundamentals of gas-sensing technology and a comprehensive study on smart gas sensing technology. Readers will find basics, analytical techniques, nanotechnology-enabled experimental findings, and future directions of smart gas-sensing technology at one place. Through the inclusion of up-to-date experimental knowledge of synthesis, processing, and application development, the book is suitable for academics at all levels.

The field of random graphs came into existence with papers of Erdos and Renyi in the late 19¿s. From then many researchers have studied different properties of random networks because of its wide application in communication networks, social networks, ad-hoc networks and network security etc. The practical applicability of random graphs continues to grow with the advances in networks models and new challenges imposed by larger and complex networks. This book provides a comprehensive survey of advances in random graphs techniques and shows its application in various fields. This book also includes some of the new results with complete explanation and proof for random graphs with focus on future research and advances. This book is useful for masters and Phd students, as well as researchers and practitioners. However, reader requires basic knowledge of random graphs and probability theory. The book also includes useful references which help readers to understand the topic cover in this book. Also the readers are encouraged to look for other text books for more complete study of the topic. The results presented in this book are published in reputed journals and conferences.

The thesis book M. Sc. (Ag) 2015 -17, the author has provided a sufficiently critical evolution from which one can deduce that work can potentially produce a significant contribution to the subject area because of dairy farming is an integral part of agriculture and rural women playing a significant role in agriculture and contribute one ¿ third of the labor force required for farming and Animal Husbandry related operation. The study was undertaken to know the extent of participation of rural women in the decision-making process in dairy farming in Surguja Districts of Chhattisgarh. The book is divided into seven parts each part dealing with separate aspects and all these parts have been presented in a logical sequence.

Dive into the world of SQL on Hadoop and get the most out of your Hive data warehouses. This book is your go-to resource for using Hive: authors Scott Shaw, Ankur Gupta, David Kjerrumgaard, and Andreas Francois Vermeulen take you through learning HiveQL, the SQL-like language specific to Hive, to analyze, export, and massage the data stored across your Hadoop environment. From deploying Hive on your hardware or virtual machine and setting up its initial configuration to learning how Hive interacts with Hadoop, MapReduce, Tez and other big data technologies, Practical Hive gives you a detailed treatment of the software.In addition, this book discusses the value of open source software, Hive performance tuning, and how to leverage semi-structured and unstructured data. What You Will LearnInstall and configure Hive for new and existing datasetsPerform DDL operationsExecute efficient DML operationsUse tables, partitions, buckets, and user-defined functionsDiscover performance tuning tips and Hive best practicesWho This Book Is ForDevelopers, companies, and professionals who deal with large amounts of data and could use software that can efficiently manage large volumes of input. It is assumed that readers have the ability to work with SQL.