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AI Hardware, Software, and Architectures Powering Modern Artificial Intelligence From GPUs and ASICs to CUDA, Accelerators, Compilers, and Runtimes Modern artificial intelligence is not powered by models alone—it is driven by a carefully engineered stack of hardware, software, and system architectures working together at scale. This book provides a clear, practical, and system-level view of how modern AI actually runs, from silicon to software. It explains how GPUs, ASICs, and emerging accelerators execute neural networks, how CUDA and alternative runtimes expose hardware capabilities, ...

Your complete, exam-ready companion for passing the Civil PE – Structural Depth Exam. Master the concepts. Build real design intuition. Practice with confidence. The Civil Engineering PE License – Structural Depth Exam Review is a comprehensive, high-precision study resource for engineers preparing for the Structural Depth portion of the NCEES Civil PE exam. Built around the latest CBT exam format and reference handbook, this guide delivers the exact blend of lessons, examples, and realistic practice problems you need to pass on your first attempt. Designed for busy professionals and ...

Building an ASIC is not just a design challenge—it is a process challenge. Many hardware projects fail not because the RTL is incorrect, but because teams misunderstand what each stage of the ASIC lifecycle is meant to prove. FPGA prototypes work, demos succeed, and yet first silicon fails. The gap between “working logic” and “manufacturable silicon” is where most first-time and even experienced teams struggle. Practical ASIC Design & Implementation addresses that gap. This book provides a clear, end-to-end, process-driven guide to taking a real integrated circuit from RTL to ...

Modern building projects are no longer dominated by new construction. Today’s engineers are far more likely to be asked to modify, extend, replace, or integrate systems within existing buildings—often while those buildings remain occupied, partially undocumented, and governed by multiple generations of codes. MEP Engineering & Building Systems by Use Cases was written specifically for that reality. This book provides a practical, use-case-driven engineering framework for working on Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm, and Low-Voltage systems in renovation, tenant improvement, ...

Practical Wi-Fi Network Design and Implementation Handbook A Comprehensive Guide with Example Designs and Implementations for Enterprise Networks By Practicing Engineers Network The Complete Real-World Guide to Enterprise Wi-Fi Design Wi-Fi has evolved from a convenience to a mission-critical utility that powers modern enterprises, campuses, and industries. This handbook provides a complete, end-to-end guide to planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining reliable wireless networks for professional environments. Written for engineers, IT professionals, system integrators, and students...

Creating a Request for Proposal (RFP) that is truly biddable, defensible, and aligned with real-world delivery is one of the most challenging tasks in complex infrastructure and technology projects. Too often, RFPs are either overly prescriptive—shifting risk back to the owner—or too vague to support competitive, comparable proposals. RFPs by Example provides a practical, end-to-end framework for developing complete RFP packages using a realistic use case approach. Rather than focusing on theory, this book walks through what actually belongs in an RFP, why each section matters, and how ...

AI is changing everything — but not everyone can be replaced. As automation and artificial intelligence reshape industries, millions of workers are wondering: What jobs will survive the next decade? This book delivers the clear, confident answer: the jobs that use your hands, heart, and judgment — the ones AI can’t do. Future-Proof Careers: The Hands-On Jobs AI Can’t Replace is a practical and inspiring guide to the 25 professions that will thrive in the age of automation — from electricians, HVAC technicians, and welders to nurses, firefighters, and renewable energy specialists. ...

Designing a power substation is not just selecting equipment or drawing a one-line diagram. A complete substation design requires the engineer to coordinate electrical ratings, protection zones, grounding, physical layout, control wiring, communications, SCADA, and documentation into one buildable system. Practical Electrical Power Substation Design by Example is a step-by-step training manual built around one complete worked project: A full 115/13.8 kV ring bus distribution substation (2 × 50 MVA transformers) developed from concept through one-line, protection, grounding, GA layout, ...

Reliable wireless coverage is no longer optional—it is required. From hospitals and university campuses to high-rise towers, shopping malls, and transit tunnels, modern buildings must support dependable cellular and emergency-radio communication. Yet few professionals have clear, step-by-step guidance on how Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) are actually designed, laid out, installed, and commissioned in the real world. Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) by Example: A Practical Guide for Design and Installation is a field-ready handbook written for engineers, integrators, low-voltage ...

Pass the Structural PE Depth Exam with confidence using this complete, practice-focused study guide engineered for the NCEES CBT format. Designed for busy engineers, this book delivers clear explanations, streamlined formulas, and realistic practice problems based on the actual exam specifications. This manual covers every major Structural PE Depth topic, including structural analysis, reinforced concrete, steel design, wood, masonry, foundations, base plates, wind loads, seismic loads, and structural detailing. All formulas are written using clean, plain-text notation so you can practice ...

AI Agent Development Designing, Building, Deploying & Scaling Intelligent AI Systems AI is moving beyond chatbots. The next generation of intelligent systems is built around AI agents—software components that can reason, use tools, maintain memory, and operate reliably inside real-world applications. AI Agent Development is a practical, engineering-focused guide for developers and technical professionals who want to design and deploy production-grade AI agents—not demos or experiments. This book treats AI agents as software systems, emphasizing architecture, control, safety, and long-...

Engineering is one of the most misunderstood careers—and one of the most consequential. Students are told to focus on math and science. Parents are encouraged to chase prestige. Career advice often emphasizes starting salaries while ignoring responsibility, licensure, long-term stability, and how engineering careers actually evolve over decades. This book was written to change that. This is a practical, real-world career guide for prospective, early-career, and transitioning engineers. It explains how engineering careers truly work—across education, licensure, company choice, ...

Trade Skills for the AI Age: Traditional Trades and Emerging Trades How to Build a Future-Proof Career in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Automotive, IT, and Smart Building Fields 🔧 Build a Career That Robots Can’t Replace As automation and artificial intelligence reshape industries, millions are rediscovering the value of hands-on technical work—the trade careers that keep our world running. This book is your complete, practical guide to thriving in both traditional trades and emerging technical fields that blend craftsmanship with modern technology. 💡 What You’ll Learn Career ...

How to Build a Dual-ISP Redundant Network for Reliable and Secure Internet Connectivity Step-by-Step Dual ISP Setup, Configuration, and Security Guide Prepared by Practicing Engineers Network Keep your business online — even when one ISP fails. This hands-on guide shows you exactly how to design, configure, and secure a dual-ISP redundant network to ensure continuous, reliable, and secure Internet access. Written in a clear, practical format, this book walks you through every step — from initial design and hardware setup to advanced routing, failover testing, and security hardening. ...

Learn Faster. Build Skills Smarter. Launch Your Career Sooner. In today’s fast-changing job market, traditional education can’t keep up. Employers want hands-on experience, not just degrees — and bootcamps have become the fastest way to get it. The Modern Bootcamp Guide is your all-in-one roadmap to understanding, choosing, and thriving in these intensive learning programs that are transforming careers around the world. From coding and data analytics to cybersecurity, UX design, AI, and even technical trades, bootcamps now open doors across industries. This comprehensive guide ...

In today’s interconnected world, every organization—large or small—depends on secure and resilient networks. Cybersecurity Network Design Examples: Hands-On Corporate Cybersecurity is a complete guide to designing, configuring, and maintaining real-world cybersecurity systems for corporate and enterprise environments. Developed by the Practicing Engineers Network, this book blends engineering precision with field-tested practicality. It bridges the gap between theory and implementation, giving professionals the tools to build secure networks from the ground up. 🔹 What You’ll ...

Practical Data & AI for Engineers Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, and AI Integration in Engineering Projects In today’s engineering world, data and artificial intelligence are no longer optional — they are essential. Practical Data & AI for Engineers bridges the gap between traditional engineering practice and the new era of intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and digital twins. This hands-on guide provides a real-world, engineering-focused introduction to applied machine learning, data management, and AI-driven solutions. It shows how engineers across disciplines ...

Electrical systems are rarely designed to stay the same. Homes are electrified, HVAC systems are upgraded, offices add servers and UPS systems, and buildings evolve to meet new operational demands. When new loads are introduced, engineers and contractors must answer a critical question: can the existing electrical power distribution system handle it—or is an upgrade required? Electrical Power Distribution Upgrades by Use Case is a practical, calculation-driven guide that shows exactly how to make that determination. Rather than focusing on theory alone, this book walks readers through ...