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WELDING ENGINEERINGThe new edition of the popular welding engineering textbook includes brand-new topics, assignments, and review questionsWelding Engineering: An Introduction provides a clear and accessible overview of the concepts, tools, materials, and methods of modern welding and joining technology. With emphasis on fundamental engineering principles, this comprehensive textbook offers easy-to-understand coverage of a wide range of key topics in welding engineering, from the basics of arc welding processes to welding metallurgy, design, and safety. Concise chapters offer numerous figures, tables, images, and recommended readings to promote reader comprehension of the material.Now in its second edition, the text contains fully revised content throughout, including entirely new sections on additive manufacturing and computational modeling of welds. Updated and expanded chapters address modern arc welding power supply technology, resistance, solid-state, and high energy density welding processes, weld inspection methods, codes and standards, welding of high strength steels, and more. This edition features simple yet effective end-of-chapter assignments that enhance students' learning and assist instructors in developing assessment questions for their course.The second edition of Welding Engineering:* Provides up-to-date coverage of rapidly growing techniques and technologies within the field* Features new assignments and true/false questions at the end of each chapter* Explains the essential concepts and principles necessary for more in-depth courses in welding, metallurgy, and design* Covers all the major welding processes used in manufacturing and fabricationWelding Engineering: An Introduction, Second Edition is an excellent textbook for undergraduate and graduate welding engineering courses taught within four-year engineering degree programs, and a valuable guide for engineers and professionals in the manufacturing industry who need to learn fundamental welding engineering concepts for their job roles.

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A fast-paced, useful, and easy introduction to Microsoft 365For those who need the show as well as the tell, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft 365 is the visual walkthrough to Microsoft's latest suite of office products that will get you up-to-speed faster than any other resource on the market. This book offers image- and screenshot-rich tutorials alongside step-by-step instructions so you can see what you need to do to make the most of Microsoft 365.From getting a grip on the most basic Microsoft 365 functions to the advanced, new features known only by power users, the book provides you with the tools you need to make your work more streamlined and efficient. You'll also get:* Up to date--and visually supported--guidance on the major Office apps that are part of Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access* Full-color, two-page tutorials that get you up and running fast* Easy-to-read instructions and stepwise advice to accompany the informative and crystal-clear imagesIdeal for people using Microsoft 365 for the very first time, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft 365 is also a can't-miss resource for long-time users of the software suite who need an introduction to the latest version and Office veterans seeking a refresher on what Microsoft 365 is capable of.

A Clarion Call to Emerging Leaders: Step Up and Lead Now!In True North: Emerging Leaders Edition, renowned leadership expert Bill George and Millennial tech entrepreneur Zach Clayton issue the challenge to emerging leaders--from Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z--to lead their organizations authentically through never-ending crises to make this world a better place for everyone.Emerging leaders do so by discovering their "True North"--who they are--and then finding their "North Star"--their leadership purpose. To navigate today's complexities, George and Clayton show emerging leaders how to lead with their hearts, not just their heads, with passion, compassion, and moral courage by being true to their values to reach their full potential as they take on great challenges and navigate complex issues.Harvard professor Bill George, with four best-selling books to his credit including the timeless classic True North, is the former CEO of Medtronic who established authentic leadership in 2003. He teams up with Zach Clayton, an emerging leader still amid his own leadership development journey, to give emerging leaders the definitive guide for leading in today's complex world.The Emerging Leader Edition is filled with dramatic stories from successful leaders such as Microsoft's Satya Nadella and Merck's Ken Frazier to PepsiCo's Indra Nooyi and General Motors' Mary Barra, and emerging leaders like OneTrust's Kabir Barday and Kanbrick's Tracy Britt Cool of how they overcame great challenges to build highly successful organizations.The book offers concrete suggestions for:* Becoming an authentic leader, equipped to lead inclusively with moral clarity through challenges and crises* Cultivating regular introspection to ground yourself with self-awareness, live your values, and use your unique strengths* Integrating all aspects of your life--including who you are at home, at work, and in the community* Understanding how Millennials are leading more effectively in today's world* Being an inclusive leader prepared to take on fraught issues like stakeholder challenges, racial and sexual equality, and sexual misconduct* Knowing when--and how--leaders should speak out on today's complex public issuesThe Emerging Leader Edition of True North is the classic guide for every current and aspiring leader to reach their full, authentic potential.

Your trusted guide to value yourself and break the patterns of codependency Codependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the most comprehensive book on the topic to date.

Prepare effectively and efficiently for the challenging SSCP exam and a new career in systems security In the newly revised third edition of the (ISC)2 SSCP Study Guide & SSCP Practice Test Kit, a team of celebrated technical professionals and educators delivers a comprehensive and authoritative guide to preparing for the widely recognized and in-demand Systems Security Certified Practitioner certification exam. The included study resources and practice test material will prepare you to succeed on the challenging exam the first time. It will also help you build job-ready skills in security operations and administration, cryptography, network and communications security, access controls, risk identification, monitoring, and analysis, incident response and recovery, and systems and application security. With accessible coverage of every competency covered by the test, the (ISC)2 SSCP Study Guide & SSCP Practice Test Kit is an indispensable study aid for anyone preparing for the SSCP exam or seeking to expand their systems security skillset.

An indispensable guide to the newest version of the Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect certificationThe newly revised Second Edition of the Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect Study Guide delivers a proven and effective roadmap to success on the latest Professional Cloud Architect accreditation exam from Google. You'll learn the skills you need to excel on the test and in the field, with coverage of every exam objective and competency, including focus areas of the latest exam such as Kubernetes, Anthos, and multi-cloud architectures. The book explores the design, analysis, development, operations, and migration components of the job, with intuitively organized lessons that align with the real-world job responsibilities of a Google Cloud professional and with the PCA exam topics. Architects need more than the ability to recall facts about cloud services, they need to be able to reason about design decisions. This study guide is unique in how it helps you learn to think like an architect: understand requirements, assess constraints, choose appropriate architecture patterns, and consider the operational characteristics of the systems you design. Review questions and practice exams use scenario-based questions like those on the certification exam to build the test taking skills you will need.In addition to comprehensive material on compute resources, storage systems, networks, security, legal and regulatory compliance, reliability design, technical and business processes, and more, you'll get:* The chance to begin or advance your career as an in-demand Google Cloud IT professional* Invaluable opportunities to develop and practice the skills you'll need as a Google Cloud Architect* Access to the Sybex online learning center, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key termsThe ideal resource for anyone preparing for the Professional Cloud Architect certification from Google, Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect Study Guide, 2nd Edition is also a must-read resource for aspiring and practicing cloud professionals seeking to expand or improve their technical skillset and improve their effectiveness in the field.

The fun and easy way to get up to speed on the basic concepts of physics For high school and undergraduate students alike, physics classes are recommended or required courses for a wide variety of majors, and continue to be a challenging and often confusing course.

The fun and easy way to brush up on art history Ranging from prehistoric cave paintings to postmodern art installations, this is an ideal resource for students of art history as well as anyone who wants a lively yet systematic introduction to art through the ages.

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The eighth edition of Design and Analysis of Experiments continues to provide extensive and in-depth information on engineering, business, and statistics-as well as informative ways to help readers design and analyze experiments for improving the quality, efficiency and performance of working systems.

Mitigate human risk and bake security into your organization's culture from top to bottom with insights from leading experts in security awareness, behavior, and culture.The topic of security culture is mysterious and confusing to most leaders. But it doesn't have to be. In The Security Culture Playbook, Perry Carpenter and Kai Roer, two veteran cybersecurity strategists deliver experience-driven, actionable insights into how to transform your organization's security culture and reduce human risk at every level. This book exposes the gaps between how organizations have traditionally approached human risk and it provides security and business executives with the necessary information and tools needed to understand, measure, and improve facets of security culture across the organization.The book offers:* An expose of what security culture really is and how it can be measured* A careful exploration of the 7 dimensions that comprise security culture* Practical tools for managing your security culture program, such as the Security Culture Framework and the Security Culture Maturity Model* Insights into building support within the executive team and Board of Directors for your culture management programAlso including several revealing interviews from security culture thought leaders in a variety of industries, The Security Culture Playbook is an essential resource for cybersecurity professionals, risk and compliance managers, executives, board members, and other business leaders seeking to proactively manage and reduce risk.

Learn to hack your own system to protect against malicious attacks from outside Is hacking something left up to the bad guys? Certainly not! Hacking For Dummies, 5th Edition is a fully updated resource that guides you in hacking your system to better protect your network against malicious attacks.

Explore diversity, equity, and inclusion that goes beyond unconscious bias and explores the ideas and tools needed to achieve these goalsIn The Elephant and the Mouse, award-winning speaker and diversity and inclusion expert Laura Liswood delivers a thought-provoking and insightful new business guide that explores workplace diversity and offers new ideas for gaining the real benefits from your diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Elephant and the Mouse refers to the dynamic in organizations that are roadblocks to consciously inclusive success. The Elephant, often dominant group leadership, knows little about the experiences of the Mouse, the non-dominant groups, while the Mouse knows so much more about the Elephant. In diverse workplaces, these two groups live in different worlds. Success will come only if everyone works in a true meritocracy. You learn what may be easy for some to do in their career is much harder for others to do.In this book, which builds upon Liswood's groundbreaking book, The Loudest Duck, you'll explore the powerful case for diversity, equity, and inclusion and the often-overlooked risks posed by a homogeneous workforce. You will learn the hard truths about why many DE&I efforts fail, millions of dollars are wasted, and why organizations confuse efforts with outcomes. You'll consider new ways of leading others, with a strong emphasis on tactics and strategies employed by successful Elephant and Mouse leaders, including women leaders. The book also includes:* Realistic explanations for the slow progress in diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice in society and organizations* Examinations of the concept and myths of meritocracy and how to conduct a Meritocracy Stress Test on your firm* How organizations often have an illusion of inclusion but find their efforts not creating the inclusive, equitable teams they say they want* How safety efforts can provide a roadmap for diversity missions* An exploration of both the human interventions and non-human roles of technology in DE&I initiatives, including the use of people analytics to de-bias organizations* What tools are needed to go beyond awareness of unconscious bias to de-bias processes and what traits the new Elephant and Mouse leader hasAn indispensable resource for managers, executives, and other business leaders who seek to recreate truly diverse, inclusive, and equitable organizations, The Elephant and the Mouse is also a must-read for human resources professionals, individuals who want successful careers in diverse teams, and anyone involved in the hiring, retaining, and promoting processes. This book offers a way to move beyond traditional diversity efforts towards more modern practices that embrace--and profit from--the differences between people.

Make informed business decisions with the beginner's guide to financial modeling using Microsoft Excel Financial Modeling in Excel For Dummies is your comprehensive guide to learning how to create informative, enlightening financial models today.

Why work from home when you can work anywhere?Not all who wander are lost! Digital Nomads For Dummies answers all your questions about living and working away from home, short term or long term. Become a globetrotter or just trot around your home country, with the help of experienced digital nomad Kristin Wilson. Millions of people have already embraced the lifestyle, moving around as the spirit takes them, exploring new places while holding down a job and building a fantastic career. Learn the tricks of building a nomad mindset, keeping your income flowing, creating a relocation plan, and enjoying the wonders of the world around you.* Learn what digital nomadism is and whether it's the right lifestyle for you* Uncover tips and ideas for keeping travel fun while holding down a 9-to-5* Travel solo or with a family, internationally or within your home country* Create a plan so you can keep growing in your career, no matter where you areIf you're ready to put the office life behind you and the open road in front of you, check out Digital Nomads For Dummiesand get your adventure started!

Thinking about becoming a commercial real estate investor? Commercial Real Estate Investing For Dummies covers the entire process, offering practical advice on negotiation and closing win-win deals and maximizing profit.

Blow past the jargon and get hands-on, practical guidance on managing any project with Microsoft ProjectLean. Agile. Hybrid. It seems that project management these days comes with more confusing buzzwords than ever. But you can make managing your next project simple and straightforward with help from Microsoft Project For Dummies.This book unpacks Microsoft's bestselling project management platform and walks you through every important feature, step-by-step, until you're ready to take on virtually any project, no matter the size. From getting set up for the first time to creating tasks, managing resources and working with time management features, you'll learn everything you need to know about managing a project in Microsoft's iconic software.You'll also find:* Totally updated guidance that applies to both the desktop version and Microsoft's new subscription-based Microsoft Project Online* Helpful information on integrating Agile practices and techniques into your project* "Golden rules" that keep a project on-track and on-time* Ways to effectively manage your resources with Microsoft Project's built-in functionalityManaging a project, big or small, is no easy task. Luckily, Microsoft Project For Dummies can take a lot of the hassle out of your day-to-day life. Learn how to take advantage of this powerful software today!

Your personal, hands-on guide to the latest and most useful features in Microsoft Excel 365Excel 365 is Microsoft's latest cloud-based version of its world-famous spreadsheet app. Powerful and user-friendly, it's an ideal solution for businesses and people looking to make sense of--and draw intelligence from--their data.The Excel 365 Bible carries over the best content from the best-selling Excel 2019 Bible while reflecting how a new generation uses Excel in Excel 365. The authoring team with their decades of Excel and business intelligence experience and recognition from the Excel community as Excel MVPs delivers an accessible and authoritative roadmap to Excel 365. Interested in the basics? You'll learn to create spreadsheets and workbooks and navigate the user interface. If you're ready for more advanced topics you can skip right to the material on creating visualizations, crafting custom functions, and using Visual Basic for Applications to script automations.You'll also get:* Over 900 pages of powerful tips, tricks, and strategies to unlock the full potential of Microsoft Excel 365* Guidance on how to import, manage, and analyze large amounts of data* Advice on how to craft predictions and "What-If Analyses" based on data you already havePerfect for anyone new to Excel, as well as experts and advanced users, the Excel 365 Bible is your comprehensive, go-to guide for everything you need to know about the world's most popular, easy-to-use spreadsheet software.

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Provides solutions to common landscaping problems, along with tips on landscaping in any environment and step-by-step instructions for planting and pruning.

* Existing supply chain management books focus on logistics, operations management, and purchasing. The authors of this book provide supply chain managers with a completely unique approach, presenting SCM from a balanced, integrative, and business-oriented viewpoint.

Learn how the United States can stop and reverse its relative economic decline in this fascinating analysis of American Money, Credit and CapitalIn The Money Revolution: How to Finance the Next American Century, economist and bestselling author Richard Duncan lays out a farsighted strategy to maximize the United States unmatched financial and technological potential.In compelling fashion, the author shows that the United States can and should invest in the industries and technologies of the future on an unprecedented scale in order to ignite a new technological revolution that would cement the country's geopolitical preeminence, greatly enhance human wellbeing, and create unimaginable wealth. In this book, you will find:* An important new history of the Federal Reserve that details the transformation of the country's central bank from the passive lender of last resort created by its founders in 1913 into the world's most powerful economic institution today.* A fascinating discussion of the evolution of money and monetary policy in the United States over the past century.* An examination of the role that credit has played in generating economic growth, especially since Dollars ceased to be backed by Gold five decades ago.* A detailed description of the country's capital structure and its dangerous deficiencies.* An urgent call-to-action for the United States to begin a multi-trillion-dollar investment program targeting industries of the future.The Money Revolution: How to Finance the Next American Century is a page-turning read ideal for anyone interested in the future of the United States. Its gripping thesis offers anyone with a personal or professional interest in America's economy, financial system, or geopolitical position in the world an engrossing intellectual journey.

Take your OKRs coaching skills to the next level with this practical handbook.In The OKRs Field Book: A Step-by-Step Guide for Objectives and Key Results Coaches, Ben Lamorte, a seasoned coach and management science expert, provides a structured approach for implementing objectives and key results. This book provides tips and tools that enable you to coach your OKRs clients with confidence. Lamorte analyzes foundational questions that must be answered prior to deploying OKRs and the roles required to sustain an OKRs program.Packed with excerpts from actual OKRs coaching sessions, this step-by-step guide shines a light on the OKRs coaching process. You learn how to help your client refine key results that look like tasks into key results that reflect measurable outcomes. In addition to sample training workshop agendas and coaching emails, Lamorte introduces the first comprehensive list of OKRs coaching questions. The field book covers how to:* Structure an OKRs coaching engagement using a three-phased approach.* Avoid common pitfalls such as cascading OKRs based on the org chart.* Ensure your client asks the right questions at each step of the OKRs cycle.Perfect for external coaches and business mentors looking for a repeatable structure to help their clients succeed with OKRs, The OKRs Field Book is also an indispensable resource for internal coaches looking to support their organization's OKRs program.

Say hello to Office productivity with this one-stop referenceWith Office 2021 All-in-One For Dummies, you can get up and running with Microsoft's legendary software suite. This update covers all the tweaks you can find in the latest version of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. You'll also learn how to make these apps work harder for you, because we dig deep into the tips and features that casual Office users might not know about. This edition also offers expanded coverage of Teams and other collaborative tools, so you can nail working from home, or just get a few of those meetings out of the way without having to leave your desk.How can you quickly give documents the same format in Word? What was that one useful Excel function, again? And how does setting up a meeting on Teams work? Office 2021 All-in-One For Dummies serves up quick and simple answers to these questions, along with hundreds of other answers you're expected to know when you work in Office.* Learn how Microsoft Office works and get the most out of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams* Make amazing charts and graphs that you can plug into your documents, spreadsheets, and presentations* Get better at working collaboratively with file sharing options and other neat features* Do more, faster with expert tips and guidance on the full suite of Office software for 2021Whether you're new to Office or just need a refresher for the newest updates, the nine mini-books inside are your keys to getting stuff done.

The irreverent guide to investing, Boglehead style The Boglehead's Guide to Investing is a DIY handbook that espouses the sage investment wisdom of John C. Bogle.