Introduction to Programming Concepts With Case Studies in Python

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✧✦ 初學 Python 的最佳教材，第一次寫程式就上手！ ✦✧✧✦ 從基礎語法到生成式 AI 應用，打穩 Vibe Coding的關鍵能力 ✦✧身處在 vibe coding 的時代，在當前要能順利和 AI 協作，程式能力依然是不可或缺的。同時，在大數據、人工智慧相關的領域，Python 也還是那個最強的工具。本書以淺顯易懂的筆觸與大量的實例演練，引導你在動手寫程式的過程中學會 Python 的語法和程式邏輯，跨越初學者經常遇到的障礙，進入資料科學、大數據分析與人工智慧等專業的領域。有了基本的程式能力以後，便能有效的監督 AI 產生的程式碼，又或是清楚地提出自己對程式的要求。如此一來，你將能透過 vibe coding 體會到前所未有的樂趣！☛ 清楚明瞭的語法教學，第一次寫程式就上手！☛ 豐富滿點的實作範例，自己動手反覆練習最有感！☛ 無縫接軌四大套件－NumPy、matplotlib、SciPy、pandas☛ 紮穩資料科學基礎，銜接機器學習最強套件－scikit-learn☛ Requests、Beautiful Soup－網路爬蟲☛ OpenCV、YOLO－人臉辨識、物體偵測一把罩！☛ 輕鬆建立本地端 AI 助理－Ollama、Streamlit本書特色: ✯最易學習✯沒學過程式設計或學到一半就放棄的都沒關係，本書從基礎語法和程式邏輯開始，以淺顯文字及簡明程式，帶你快速學會Python在不同領域的應用。✯豐富範例✯本書提供豐富實用的範例，搭配各小節的隨堂練習和章末的學習評量，立即驗證學習成果，自學或課堂教學都適合。✯最強應用✯本書包含下列幾個與資料科學、網路爬蟲、機器學習、電腦視覺、自然語言處理、大型語言模型等應用相關的最強套件。有了這些基礎，你就可以進一步往資料科學、大數據分析、人工智慧等專業的領域發展：▪ NumPy → 資料運算▪ matplotlib → 資料視覺化▪ SciPy → 科學計算▪ pandas → 資料處理與分析▪ Requests、Beautiful Soup → 網路爬蟲▪ scikit-learn → 機器學習▪ OpenCV → 人臉偵測與辨識▪ YOLO → 物體偵測與圖像分割▪ Ollama、Streamlit → 本地端 LLM 與網頁版聊天機器人

蟑螂版福爾摩斯出任務！《Sherlock Roach》：讓孩子愛上閱讀的第一本「偵探橋樑書」（如果不怕蟑螂的話）消失的餅乾屑，只有他能找回來！當「蟲蟲市」最偉大的偵探 Sherlock Roach 遇上他最忠誠的搭檔 Dr. Wormston，一場發生在地下世界的美味謎團就此展開。面對神祕失蹤的酥脆餅乾屑，這對好友必須穿梭在昆蟲界的暗處尋找線索。他們能在所有餅乾屑被吃光前破案嗎？如果您正在尋找一本能讓孩子放下平板、主動拾起書本的作品，《Sherlock Roach and the Case of the Crunchy Crumb》就是那個完美的鉤子。它不只是一個偵探故事，更是培養孩子邏輯推理、觀察力與閱讀耐心的最佳起點。Star Chapter Books are the perfect bridge for kids moving beyond beginning readers but not yet ready for longer chapter books. With short chapters, bold two-color illustrations, and fast-paced, funny stories, these confidence-building books make reading fun and rewarding.In this quirky animal mystery, Bugopolis's greatest detective takes on his tastiest case yet--the hunt for a missing crumb!Sherlock Roach and his loyal partner Dr. Wormston are more than just a detective duo--they're friends who always stick together. When a very important crumb vanishes without a trace, the pair hunts for clues throughout the insect underworld in a mystery that's easy to follow, fun to read,

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER · When San Francisco is under strange attacks—like earthquakes affecting only two city blocks at a time—who're you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that's who! The Misfits are on the case in this hilarious illustrated series!“For any kid who’s felt like a misfit, this crackling adventure packs a wallop!” —Lincoln Peirce, creator of Big NateOof! After solving the case of the Royal Rumpus, Olive Cobin Zang and her elite team of underdogs are on top of the world. As the awkward, crime-fighting Misfits, they’re acing every mission thrown at them from NOCK (aka No One Can Know, the covert agency they work for).But when their classmate Zeke starts receiving threatening notes, the Misfits are stumped. They’re no strangers to danger, but this case is a total head-scratcher. Who would target kind, friendly Zeke . . . unless he’s not what he seems to be?At the same time, unusual earthquakes start shaking up San Francisco just as priceless a

When you press the sound button on each page of this delightful book, you'll hear different instruments getting ready for the big concert... until they all play together at the end. With charming illustrations full of humorous details to talk about, and a sprinkling of facts about the orchestra, this is a perfect introduction to the magic of classical music.

史上最年輕醫生再出動，這次更爆笑、更噁心！氣喘疫情？醫生失蹤？拆除鐵球直衝醫院？！如果你以為第一集已經夠噁心——那你還沒見識到真正的「災難級醫療現場」。BBC即將改編影集Dexter Procter, the world's youngest-ever doctor, is back for a follow-up medical mystery!All is not well in Dexter's world. His granny has broken her leg, his friends Rupi and Otto have been expelled from school, there's a strange asthma epidemic he can't get on top of, and slimy politician Barbara Burnhall is trying to shut down everything fun at the hospital. And then his boss, Dr Marigold, goes missing!What Dexter doesn't realize is that he and his friends are about to uncover a dastardly plot involving kidnappings, earthquakes and a demolition ball.He doesn't know what's about to hit him... (Spoiler alert: it's a demolition ball.)Adam Kay and Henry Paker have created a second Dexter Procter mystery that is funnier and even more disgusting than the No. 1 bestsellingDexter Procter the 10-Year-Old Doctor.(And that was pretty disgusting.)Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctoris soon to

The ultimate guide for the novice knight, covering everything from sieges and swordplay to feasts and fights. This book is a really fun way to access medieval history.- Packed with informative historical detail.- Written in a lively, humorous and engaging style.- Perfect for schools and libraries.

★ 人氣成長小說《How to Roller-Skate with One Leg》暖心續作★ 校外教學前進巴黎！艾菲爾鐵塔、馬卡龍與迪士尼的青春冒險★ 結合友情、成長與社群媒體議題的現代青春故事《Maya Bright》系列第二集帶領讀者前往巴黎展開青春冒險。Maya在法國交換旅行中嘗試成為身障生活創作者，卻發現社群媒體與真實生活之間存在巨大落差。當友情出現裂痕，她必須學會誠實面對自己與他人。本書溫暖幽默，討論社群媒體與自我認同，是一部貼近現代青少年的成長故事。Ooh la la! Join Maya Bright and her friends on a school trip to Paris in this funny, uplifting sequel to HOW TO ROLLER-SKATE WITH ONE LEG.Maya's class is going on a French exchange trip to Paris and she can't wait to climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower, learn how to make macaroons and visit Disneyland. In hopes of becoming a disability influencer, Maya decides to share the trip with her online followers. But things don't go to plan when Maya is matched with Levi, a grumpy boy who isn't even on social media. Sightseeing with a prosthetic leg isn't easy, but Maya doesn't want her followers to know she's struggling.When Maya falls out with her real-life friends over her carefully curated content, can she find the courage to be honest and win them back?

用Python和No-Code工具來開發專屬你的LLM應用 新手友善的LLM應用實戰指南，理解本質才能精準操作LLM這個黑盒子 從基礎AI開發開始，奠定AI應用飛躍之路 【內容簡介】 ♚學習AI開發：建立正確觀念，奠定紮實基本功 ♚理論實作並行：由淺入深學習，搭配程式碼實作 ♚套件全面剖析：理解套件背後的設計思路與取捨 ♚搭配No-Code工具：完整解析繁體中文Dify實戰 本書改編自第16屆iThome鐵人賽生成式AI組冠軍系列文章《Python新手的AI之旅：從零開始打造屬於你的AI / LLM應用》。本書將一步步帶著讀者學習建構一個AI應用的必備知識，從理論到實作都有涵蓋，不用擔心自己沒有AI的基礎。 本書專注於推論階段的LLM應用，前半部分介紹的是AI的基礎知識、LLM API的使用方法，以及圍繞在LLM周邊問題的解決方案；後半部分則詳細介紹Agent以及Dify這個No-Code LLM應用設計平台的使用方法和小訣竅；最後則是LLM應用的相關補充資料。 看完本書的你，就相當於擁有精準操作LLM這個「黑盒子」的基本能力，任何天馬行空的想法都能實現，而這也將會是你進入AI領域最開心的前奏。 【目標讀者】 ✪Python新手、想做點什麼的人。 ✪對AI有興趣、不知道怎麼開始的人。 ✪對開發LLM應用有興趣的人。 ✪不怕被說是套模仔的人。 本書改編自第16屆iThome鐵人賽生成式AI組冠軍系列文章《Python新手的AI之旅：從零開始打造屬於你的AI / LLM應用》。本書將一步步帶著讀者學習建構一個AI應用的必備知識，從理論到實作都有涵蓋，不用擔心自己沒有AI的基礎。本書專注於推論階段的LLM應用，前半部分介紹的是AI的基礎知識、LLM API的使用方法，以及圍繞在LLM周邊問題的解決方案；後半部分則詳細介紹Agent以及Dify這個No-Code LLM應用設計平台的使用方法和小訣竅；最後則是LLM應用的相關補充資料。

An orphan girl discovers she has dragon blood--the key to immortality. Hunted by an evil necromancer, she must learn to control her emerging powers if she is going to stop him."A hero forged in fiercest flame, A child of iron and pain. By blood shall heal and chasm seal A kingdom torn in twain."--The Final Prophecy from the Tome of Terrible Tomorrows* *Also known as Odolf's prophecy. (But only by Odolf!)All the best stories and adventures start with a knock at the door... Or the thwump of a dragon's tail at the entrance to her cave, in the case of Emba Oak. But then nothing about Emba's story is normal; from the scales on her arms and legs, to the shocking discovery that she hatched out of a dragon's egg. Even more shocking is the news that an evil sorcerer is after her dragon blood and will do anything to get his hands on it. Can Emba keep herself safe or will her loved ones pay the price?

Build skyward in this graphic novel set in the world of Minecraft! It takes teamwork to adventure across the world of Minecraft, and that's something brothers Cobb and Flint don't have. But when their young friend, Rochelle, heads off on her own into a monster-infested zone, the two must work together to try and find her before some nasty beast does. Cobb considers himself a simple farmer and, until recently, a bit of a loner. He's content to mind his crops, gather resources, and be left alone. But fate has more in store for Cobb than intercepting the wayward villagers who replace his carrots with potatoes! When a mysterious treasure map captures the imagination of Cobb's young friend Rochelle, she tries to inspire his adventurous side. But when Cobb refuses to join her, Rochelle decides to follow the map all on her own--leaving Cobb a copy in case he changes his mind. Sure enough, Cobb is thrust into action when his adventure-obsessed brother, Flint, points out that the map leads stra

There are dozens of invitations to grab your pens and get drawing in this fun book. The lively illustrations by Fred Blunt create endless opportunities to let your imagination run wild! Add heads and leaves to a monster plant, give different people hairstyles and fill in frames with whatever pictures you like, each page is a different world for you to bring to life with your own drawing ideas.

Tilt and slide to make cute and colourful bugs race across the page in this fun and interactive slider book.Tilt the book to make the colourful bugs race across the page with this innovative, interactive slider book. Are you ready to join in the fun? Ready . . . steady . . . RACE!From eye-catching beetles and beautiful butterflies to adorable bumblebees, help all the bugs get ready for the Big Bug Race. Who will win this time?Ready, Steady, Race! Bugsis an interactive slider book with a difference, and is sure to keep little ones busy for hours. With bright, bold illustrations from preschool favourite, Teresa Bellón, and a different ending every time depending on how you move the book!If you like this tilt and slide book, look out forReady, Steady, Race! Things That Go!

Return to the Kingdom of Íseldur in Kingdom of Claw, a Viking-inspired romantasy where enemies become lovers and dark secrets hide around every corner . . .Silla Nordvig survived the Road of Bones. In the aftermath of her journey, her dreams of a simple life have been shattered. Beaten, betrayed, and reeling from the revelation of her true name, she flees Kopa with Reynir Galtung, ruthless leader of the Bloodaxe Crew.But Silla soon discovers Rey has been keeping secrets of his own, and they're forced into hiding together. Stuck in a shield-home with the murderous man she thought she knew, Silla forms a new plan: master the magic flowing through her veins to save her sister. But before she can do that, Silla must face her most formidable opponent yet-her own inner demons.Saga Volsik has nothing to lose. They've murdered her family. Stolen her throne.And now they expect her to marry their son. But when she discovers her foster mother hasbeen keeping the biggest secret of all, everything

使用「經濟版Copilot」輔助學習Python程式設計 VS Code + GitHub Copilot 建立你的程式閱讀力 × 提示工程力 × 架構思維 ● 不背語法，也能看懂Python程式碼 ● 9大AI提示詞，系統化訓練「程式閱讀力」 ● Copilot寫程式，你負責評估糾錯與決策 ● 從AI輔助學習到AI專案開發完整進階 ● 可與ChatGPT、Claude、Gemini搭配使用 不從背語法開始，而是先建立AI時代最重要的能力──程式閱讀力 隨著生成式AI能快速產生程式碼，「會寫程式」的定義正在轉變。在AI時代，真正的關鍵能力不再只是輸入指令，而是看懂、判斷、修正，並與AI協作完成程式設計與專案開發。 本書不是教你按快捷鍵、接受AI建議，而是從根本培養在AI時代不可或缺的核心能力——程式閱讀力。書中以新開發出的「窮人版Copilot」為核心，透過所設計出的9大AI提示詞，將「看懂程式」這件事有效轉化成結構化和系統化的程式學習方法論。 書中提供超過1000個程式範例，這些程式範例不是單純示範語法，而是學習者修煉程式閱讀力的最佳素材。每段程式碼都是一套可反覆拆解、理解與思考的「心法」，幫助你逐步建立看懂程式、評估程式與重構程式的能力。 全書依照程式學習的自然進程，分為三個修煉階段：從AI輔助學習Python，到駕馭GitHub Copilot撰寫程式，再進階到AI協作的專案開發與架構思維。所學到的不只是工具操作，更是在對的時機使用AI、評估AI的回應，以及真正掌握AI時代的程式設計能力。 你將學會 ● 使用「窮人版 Copilot」的9大提示詞看懂Python程式 ● 判斷AI產生的程式碼是否正確、可讀、可維護 ● 與GitHub Copilot協作撰寫、審查與重構程式 ● 將AI整合進版本控制、虛擬環境與專案流程 ● 建立AI時代必備的程式素養與架構思維 適合讀者 ● 想在AI時代學會程式設計的初學者 ● 已有基礎，但想突破「能寫卻寫不好」瓶頸的學習者 ● 希望導入AI輔助教學的程式設計教師與講師 本書特色 ● AI 輔助學習 × AI 輔助開發的完整整合 ● 幾乎免費的學習工具，人人都能上手 ● 超過 1000 個可反覆修煉的程式範例，建立真正的程式閱讀力

Unlock Pathway Codes, Reshape Cancer FightProfessor BENJAMIN YAT-MING YUNG, former Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at Chang Gung University College of Medicine, draws on forty years of accumulated research on NPM1/B23 to present the world's first network model of cancer drug resistance and recurrence pathways.This book breaks free from traditional therapy frameworks, delving into the four major characteristics of cancer to reveal the core pathogenesis of nucleolar imbalance and analyze the regulatory mechanisms of seven key pathway categories. The breakthrough QGCT® deconstructs personalized dysregulated pathways for patients, while providing pathway-based supplement applications and clinical solutions.More than just a popular science introduction to cancer knowledge, it offers patients new directions in precision treatment and provides scientific prevention strategies for health-conscious individuals. By integrating cutting-edge science with personalized care, it transform

ANew York TimesBest Illustrated Book―now in paperback!“A fearful ghost, a take-charge girl, an interracial friendship, and a tale in which fear is . . . sweetly tied to positive qualities of imagination.”―The New York TimesMost people cannot see ghosts. Can you? Follow Leo in this heartfelt tale about a friendly ghost who, after struggling to fit in, sets off on a journey of self-discovery and friendship, capturing the magic of belonging and the unexpected joys of adventure.You would like being friends with Leo. He likes to draw, he makes delicious snacks, and most people can't even see him. Because Leo is also a ghost. When a new family moves into his home and Leo's efforts to welcome them are misunderstood, Leo decides it is time to leave and see the world. That is how he meets Jane, a kid with a tremendous imagination and an open position for a worthy knight.Leo and Jane become friends, and that is when their adventures begin.This charming tale of friendship―from two of the best cre

⊙循序漸進紮實基礎：從核心概念出發，涵蓋監督式、非監督式與強化學習，並提供關鍵的數學推導（如梯度下降、線性代數），以建立深厚的機器學習底層邏輯。⊙經典演算法至深度學習全解析：並重經典迴歸、決策樹與SVM，並深度拆解CNN、RNN、LSTM及當前主流的Transformer架構，接軌AI業界最熱門的技術核心。⊙Python實作與全生命週期導引：搭配主流程式碼與Kaggle真實數據集，完整走過資料清洗、特徵工程到模型評估的專案流程，同時深入探討AI倫理與模型可解釋性。本書兼具理論知識的傳授與實務應用能力的培養。全書以核心概念紮實基礎，並輔以數學直覺和必要的推導（如梯度下降、機率論、線性代數）說明，內容涵蓋廣泛，從經典迴歸模型到現代深度學習的熱門應用――CNN、RNN及領先時代的Transformer架構，均有深入淺出的探討。實務操作以Python程式碼應用為重點，搭配Scikit-learn、TensorFlow與PyTorch等函式庫，完整拆解從資料清洗、特徵工程到模型評估的「專案全生命週期」。透過Kaggle等真實數據集的實戰演練，讀者將可親手實作圖像分類與自然語言處理等案例。此外，本書更具備前瞻性的倫理視角，深入討論數據偏見與模型可解釋性，讓讀者對機器學習概念、方法與實踐能有全面的理解。

The LitRPG fantasy smash hit phenomenon and New York Times bestseller, DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL, is now a graphic novel for the very first time! The Apocalypse WILL be televised! You know what's worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Getting stuck on a sadistic alien game show with her cat. Join Carl and Princess Donut as they try to survive the end of the world -- or just get to the next level of a trap-filled fantasy dungeon. With vibrant art done by Laurel Pursuit to bring action-packed battles to life, join as Carl fights his way through the dungeon in heart-speckled underwear. And of course, the grizzly scenes are only balanced with the incredibly fluffy, wide-eyed stare of its main character, Princess Donut. A ton of heart and effort was poured in creating a series with a script and style that would both appeal to WEBTOON readers and also lovers of DCC, all while consulting author Matt Dinniman the entire way about character designs, story, - EVERYTHING! We couldn't resist taki

Uncover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! host and champion and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings! Travel back in time with Ken Jennings to become a Junior Genius! Did you know that the Egyptians invented toothpaste? Or that the Great Pyramid of Khufu was the tallest building on Earth for almost 3,800 years? Discover fascinating facts about Egypt's amazing monuments, powerful pharaohs, and more in this Junior Genius Guide filled with neat illustrations, cool trivia, and fun activities.

For fans of the Warrior Cats franchise, this action-packed sequel follows Zephyr, a tank-bred axolotl newly freed into the lake whose rebel faction is intent on destroying the Immortal Code. Zephyr isn't out to make friends. After a grueling escape from an axolotl breeding facility all he cares about is being reunited with his sister Luna. He places his trust in Neptune, a wise tiger salamander, who promises to look for her. But the search is fraught, and Neptune refuses to venture above in the dark. Feeling betrayed, Zephyr sets off on his own and soon encounters Jasper, an ambitious axolotl hungry for power. Zephyr quickly finds himself embroiled in a fight between axolotls who believe regeneration is the key to survival and others who want to evolve and roam free. The struggle for power is vicious, and there are many more dangers waiting for them both above and below the surface of the lake. This thrilling adventure is complete with legendary battles, incredible alliances, and a mov

Abandoned at birth, Ace struggles to survive both human and animal predators in his quest to save himself--and his entire species--in this epic middle grade fantasy for fans of Warrior Cats, starring the X-Men of the sea: axolotls. There's danger lurking in the depths of the lake. Ace learns this early when his twin brother cruelly devours his tail and leaves him for dead. Separated from his family, he is cast off into the depths of a perilous waterway. Ace is wary to trust others, but his survival will depend on it as he navigates treacherous algae blooms and hunts for food, all while he waits for his tail to regenerate. And when he stumbles upon a glowing green axolotl named Ariel, he learns that with training axolotls can develop an incredible power: immortality. With high rewards come unspeakable risks, and Ace has been hurt before. But the potential to cheat death might be too hard to resist. This action-packed adventure explores the strength that develops through adversity as Ace

Book 2 in the epic middle grade fantasy adventure. That wasn't a welcome, she realized. It was a warning.After the defeat of her cruel father, Emba Oak's nights are haunted by strange dreams with beckoning dragons calling her to faraway mountain peaks. With an ever-flowing stream of questions about her nature, her dragon fire and fury, Emba knows she must go. But can Emba control the growing powers inside her or will everything fall apart along the way?

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In the time before The Force Awakens, where is the Millennium Falcon?!Less than satisfied with a settled life, Han Solo lands on the idea of reclaiming the Falcon and returning to a life of adventure. The problem is, he can’t find it! After enlisting a less than enthusiastic Chewbacca, the duo embarks upon a quest to reclaim the greatest ship in the galaxy. Standing in their way are a laundry list of rogues who have staked a claim to the Millennium Falcon as well — like Ducain, the villainous scoundrel who stole it!COLLECTING: Star Wars: Hunt for the Falcon (2025) #1-5