<![CDATA[LeakForum - IT & Programing]]> https://leakforum.io/ Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:55:04 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[ChatGPT for Cybersecurity Cookbook: Learn practical generative AI recipes]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-ChatGPT-for-Cybersecurity-Cookbook-Learn-practical-generative-AI-recipes Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:20:04 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-ChatGPT-for-Cybersecurity-Cookbook-Learn-practical-generative-AI-recipes Master ChatGPT and the OpenAI API and harness the power of cutting-edge generative AI and large language models to revolutionize the way you perform penetration testing, threat detection, and risk assessment.
 
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Key Features
  • Enhance your skills by leveraging ChatGPT to generate complex commands, write code, and create tools
  • Automate penetration testing, risk assessment, and threat detection tasks using the OpenAI API and Python programming
  • Revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity with an AI-powered toolkit
Book Description
Are you ready to unleash the potential of AI-driven cybersecurity? This cookbook takes you on a journey toward enhancing your cybersecurity skills, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional. By leveraging cutting-edge generative AI and large language models such as ChatGPT, you'll gain a competitive advantage in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
ChatGPT for Cybersecurity Cookbook shows you how to automate and optimize various cybersecurity tasks, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, risk assessment, and threat detection. Each recipe demonstrates step by step how to utilize ChatGPT and the OpenAI API to generate complex commands, write code, and even create complete tools. You’ll discover how AI-powered cybersecurity can revolutionize your approach to security, providing you with new strategies and techniques for tackling challenges. As you progress, you’ll dive into detailed recipes covering attack vector automation, vulnerability scanning, GPT-assisted code analysis, and more. By learning to harness the power of generative AI, you'll not only expand your skillset but also increase your efficiency.
By the end of this cybersecurity book, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge you need to stay ahead of the curve, mastering the latest generative AI tools and techniques in cybersecurity.
What you will learn
  • Master ChatGPT prompt engineering for complex cybersecurity tasks
  • Use the OpenAI API to enhance and automate penetration testing
  • Implement artificial intelligence-driven vulnerability assessments and risk analyses
  • Automate threat detection with the OpenAI API
  • Develop custom AI-enhanced cybersecurity tools and scripts
  • Perform AI-powered cybersecurity training and exercises
  • Optimize cybersecurity workflows using generative AI-powered techniques
Who this book is for
This book is for cybersecurity professionals, IT experts, and enthusiasts looking to harness the power of ChatGPT and the OpenAI API in their cybersecurity operations. Whether you're a red teamer, blue teamer, or security researcher, this book will help you revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity with generative AI-powered techniques. A basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts along with familiarity in Python programming is expected. Experience with command-line tools and basic knowledge of networking concepts and web technologies is also required.
Table of Contents
  1. Getting Started: ChatGPT, the OpenAI API, and Prompt Engineering
  2. Vulnerability Assessment
  3. Code Analysis and Secure Development
  4. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
  5. Security Awareness and Training
  6. Red Teaming and Penetration Testing
  7. Threat Monitoring and Detection
  8. Incident Response
  9. Using Local Models and Other Frameworks
  10. The Latest OpenAI Features


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Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader Free
Key Features
  • Enhance your skills by leveraging ChatGPT to generate complex commands, write code, and create tools
  • Automate penetration testing, risk assessment, and threat detection tasks using the OpenAI API and Python programming
  • Revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity with an AI-powered toolkit
Book Description
Are you ready to unleash the potential of AI-driven cybersecurity? This cookbook takes you on a journey toward enhancing your cybersecurity skills, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional. By leveraging cutting-edge generative AI and large language models such as ChatGPT, you'll gain a competitive advantage in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
ChatGPT for Cybersecurity Cookbook shows you how to automate and optimize various cybersecurity tasks, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, risk assessment, and threat detection. Each recipe demonstrates step by step how to utilize ChatGPT and the OpenAI API to generate complex commands, write code, and even create complete tools. You’ll discover how AI-powered cybersecurity can revolutionize your approach to security, providing you with new strategies and techniques for tackling challenges. As you progress, you’ll dive into detailed recipes covering attack vector automation, vulnerability scanning, GPT-assisted code analysis, and more. By learning to harness the power of generative AI, you'll not only expand your skillset but also increase your efficiency.
By the end of this cybersecurity book, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge you need to stay ahead of the curve, mastering the latest generative AI tools and techniques in cybersecurity.
What you will learn
  • Master ChatGPT prompt engineering for complex cybersecurity tasks
  • Use the OpenAI API to enhance and automate penetration testing
  • Implement artificial intelligence-driven vulnerability assessments and risk analyses
  • Automate threat detection with the OpenAI API
  • Develop custom AI-enhanced cybersecurity tools and scripts
  • Perform AI-powered cybersecurity training and exercises
  • Optimize cybersecurity workflows using generative AI-powered techniques
Who this book is for
This book is for cybersecurity professionals, IT experts, and enthusiasts looking to harness the power of ChatGPT and the OpenAI API in their cybersecurity operations. Whether you're a red teamer, blue teamer, or security researcher, this book will help you revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity with generative AI-powered techniques. A basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts along with familiarity in Python programming is expected. Experience with command-line tools and basic knowledge of networking concepts and web technologies is also required.
Table of Contents
  1. Getting Started: ChatGPT, the OpenAI API, and Prompt Engineering
  2. Vulnerability Assessment
  3. Code Analysis and Secure Development
  4. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
  5. Security Awareness and Training
  6. Red Teaming and Penetration Testing
  7. Threat Monitoring and Detection
  8. Incident Response
  9. Using Local Models and Other Frameworks
  10. The Latest OpenAI Features


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]]> <![CDATA[C# 14 and .NET 10 - Modern Cross-Platform Development Fundamentals, 10th Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-C-14-and-NET-10-Modern-Cross-Platform-Development-Fundamentals-10th-Edition--23712 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:14:41 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-C-14-and-NET-10-Modern-Cross-Platform-Development-Fundamentals-10th-Edition--23712 An easy-to-follow guide for beginners and intermediate programmers to master modern C# and .NET development through hands-on examples using Visual Studio 2026 and VS Code.
 
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader
Key Features
  • Explore the newest additions to the C# language, the .NET class libraries, and data modeling with Entity Framework Core
  • Build professional modern websites and services with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and Minimal API services
  • Enhance your skills with step-by-step code examples and good practice tips
Book Description
C# and .NET continue to power modern cross-platform and enterprise development. With the release of C# 14 and .NET 10, developers gain access to a more capable, efficient, and future-ready platform for building websites, services, and applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
This fully updated tenth edition takes a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll start with core C# and object-oriented programming concepts, then progress through building, testing, and debugging applications while working with .NET libraries, filesystems, serialization, and LINQ. The book covers key C# 14 enhancements—such as field modifiers, partial events, and instance constructors, explained through real-world examples.
You’ll also build modern web solutions using ASP.NET Core 10, Blazor, and Minimal APIs, including support for native AOT compilation, making this book well suited for cloud-native, microservice, and container-based development.
By the end of the book, you’ll be confident in building maintainable, high-performance websites and services aligned with modern .NET development practices.
What you will learn
  • Discover the new features in .NET 10, including the NumericOrdering option and OrderedDictionary enhancements
  • Leverage the latest ASP.NET Core 10 features, such as OpenAPI 3.1 document generation, YAML format support, and populating XML doc comments
  • Use native AOT publishing for faster startup and reduced memory footprint
  • Build rich web user interface experiences with Blazor
  • Integrate databases into your applications using EF Core 10 entity models
  • Query and manipulate data using LINQ
  • Develop powerful web services with Minimal APIs
Who this book is for
This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C# and .NET developers who want to build modern, cross-platform websites and services. Prior experience with C# or .NET is helpful but not required; a basic understanding of programming concepts is sufficient.
Table of Contents
  1. Hello, C#! Welcome, .NET!
  2. Speaking C#
  3. Controlling Flow, Converting Types, and Handling Exceptions
  4. Writing, Debugging, and Testing Functions
  5. Building Your Own Types with Object-Oriented Programming
  6. Implementing Interfaces and Inheriting Classes
  7. Packaging and Distributing .NET Types
  8. Working with Common .NET Types
  9. Working with Files, Streams, and Serialization
  10. Working with Data Using Entity Framework Core
  11. Querying and Manipulating Data Using LINQ
  12. Introducing Modern Web Development Using .NET
  13. Building Websites Using ASP.NET Core
  14. Building Interactive Web Components Using Blazor
  15. Building and Consuming Web Services

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Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader
Key Features
  • Explore the newest additions to the C# language, the .NET class libraries, and data modeling with Entity Framework Core
  • Build professional modern websites and services with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and Minimal API services
  • Enhance your skills with step-by-step code examples and good practice tips
Book Description
C# and .NET continue to power modern cross-platform and enterprise development. With the release of C# 14 and .NET 10, developers gain access to a more capable, efficient, and future-ready platform for building websites, services, and applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
This fully updated tenth edition takes a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll start with core C# and object-oriented programming concepts, then progress through building, testing, and debugging applications while working with .NET libraries, filesystems, serialization, and LINQ. The book covers key C# 14 enhancements—such as field modifiers, partial events, and instance constructors, explained through real-world examples.
You’ll also build modern web solutions using ASP.NET Core 10, Blazor, and Minimal APIs, including support for native AOT compilation, making this book well suited for cloud-native, microservice, and container-based development.
By the end of the book, you’ll be confident in building maintainable, high-performance websites and services aligned with modern .NET development practices.
What you will learn
  • Discover the new features in .NET 10, including the NumericOrdering option and OrderedDictionary enhancements
  • Leverage the latest ASP.NET Core 10 features, such as OpenAPI 3.1 document generation, YAML format support, and populating XML doc comments
  • Use native AOT publishing for faster startup and reduced memory footprint
  • Build rich web user interface experiences with Blazor
  • Integrate databases into your applications using EF Core 10 entity models
  • Query and manipulate data using LINQ
  • Develop powerful web services with Minimal APIs
Who this book is for
This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C# and .NET developers who want to build modern, cross-platform websites and services. Prior experience with C# or .NET is helpful but not required; a basic understanding of programming concepts is sufficient.
Table of Contents
  1. Hello, C#! Welcome, .NET!
  2. Speaking C#
  3. Controlling Flow, Converting Types, and Handling Exceptions
  4. Writing, Debugging, and Testing Functions
  5. Building Your Own Types with Object-Oriented Programming
  6. Implementing Interfaces and Inheriting Classes
  7. Packaging and Distributing .NET Types
  8. Working with Common .NET Types
  9. Working with Files, Streams, and Serialization
  10. Working with Data Using Entity Framework Core
  11. Querying and Manipulating Data Using LINQ
  12. Introducing Modern Web Development Using .NET
  13. Building Websites Using ASP.NET Core
  14. Building Interactive Web Components Using Blazor
  15. Building and Consuming Web Services

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]]> <![CDATA[C# 14 and .NET 10 - Modern Cross-Platform Development Fundamentals, 10th Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-C-14-and-NET-10-Modern-Cross-Platform-Development-Fundamentals-10th-Edition Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:14:41 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-C-14-and-NET-10-Modern-Cross-Platform-Development-Fundamentals-10th-Edition An easy-to-follow guide for beginners and intermediate programmers to master modern C# and .NET development through hands-on examples using Visual Studio 2026 and VS Code.
 
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader
Key Features
  • Explore the newest additions to the C# language, the .NET class libraries, and data modeling with Entity Framework Core
  • Build professional modern websites and services with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and Minimal API services
  • Enhance your skills with step-by-step code examples and good practice tips
Book Description
C# and .NET continue to power modern cross-platform and enterprise development. With the release of C# 14 and .NET 10, developers gain access to a more capable, efficient, and future-ready platform for building websites, services, and applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
This fully updated tenth edition takes a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll start with core C# and object-oriented programming concepts, then progress through building, testing, and debugging applications while working with .NET libraries, filesystems, serialization, and LINQ. The book covers key C# 14 enhancements—such as field modifiers, partial events, and instance constructors, explained through real-world examples.
You’ll also build modern web solutions using ASP.NET Core 10, Blazor, and Minimal APIs, including support for native AOT compilation, making this book well suited for cloud-native, microservice, and container-based development.
By the end of the book, you’ll be confident in building maintainable, high-performance websites and services aligned with modern .NET development practices.
What you will learn
  • Discover the new features in .NET 10, including the NumericOrdering option and OrderedDictionary enhancements
  • Leverage the latest ASP.NET Core 10 features, such as OpenAPI 3.1 document generation, YAML format support, and populating XML doc comments
  • Use native AOT publishing for faster startup and reduced memory footprint
  • Build rich web user interface experiences with Blazor
  • Integrate databases into your applications using EF Core 10 entity models
  • Query and manipulate data using LINQ
  • Develop powerful web services with Minimal APIs
Who this book is for
This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C# and .NET developers who want to build modern, cross-platform websites and services. Prior experience with C# or .NET is helpful but not required; a basic understanding of programming concepts is sufficient.
Table of Contents
  1. Hello, C#! Welcome, .NET!
  2. Speaking C#
  3. Controlling Flow, Converting Types, and Handling Exceptions
  4. Writing, Debugging, and Testing Functions
  5. Building Your Own Types with Object-Oriented Programming
  6. Implementing Interfaces and Inheriting Classes
  7. Packaging and Distributing .NET Types
  8. Working with Common .NET Types
  9. Working with Files, Streams, and Serialization
  10. Working with Data Using Entity Framework Core
  11. Querying and Manipulating Data Using LINQ
  12. Introducing Modern Web Development Using .NET
  13. Building Websites Using ASP.NET Core
  14. Building Interactive Web Components Using Blazor
  15. Building and Consuming Web Services

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]]> An easy-to-follow guide for beginners and intermediate programmers to master modern C# and .NET development through hands-on examples using Visual Studio 2026 and VS Code.
 
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader
Key Features
  • Explore the newest additions to the C# language, the .NET class libraries, and data modeling with Entity Framework Core
  • Build professional modern websites and services with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and Minimal API services
  • Enhance your skills with step-by-step code examples and good practice tips
Book Description
C# and .NET continue to power modern cross-platform and enterprise development. With the release of C# 14 and .NET 10, developers gain access to a more capable, efficient, and future-ready platform for building websites, services, and applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
This fully updated tenth edition takes a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll start with core C# and object-oriented programming concepts, then progress through building, testing, and debugging applications while working with .NET libraries, filesystems, serialization, and LINQ. The book covers key C# 14 enhancements—such as field modifiers, partial events, and instance constructors, explained through real-world examples.
You’ll also build modern web solutions using ASP.NET Core 10, Blazor, and Minimal APIs, including support for native AOT compilation, making this book well suited for cloud-native, microservice, and container-based development.
By the end of the book, you’ll be confident in building maintainable, high-performance websites and services aligned with modern .NET development practices.
What you will learn
  • Discover the new features in .NET 10, including the NumericOrdering option and OrderedDictionary enhancements
  • Leverage the latest ASP.NET Core 10 features, such as OpenAPI 3.1 document generation, YAML format support, and populating XML doc comments
  • Use native AOT publishing for faster startup and reduced memory footprint
  • Build rich web user interface experiences with Blazor
  • Integrate databases into your applications using EF Core 10 entity models
  • Query and manipulate data using LINQ
  • Develop powerful web services with Minimal APIs
Who this book is for
This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C# and .NET developers who want to build modern, cross-platform websites and services. Prior experience with C# or .NET is helpful but not required; a basic understanding of programming concepts is sufficient.
Table of Contents
  1. Hello, C#! Welcome, .NET!
  2. Speaking C#
  3. Controlling Flow, Converting Types, and Handling Exceptions
  4. Writing, Debugging, and Testing Functions
  5. Building Your Own Types with Object-Oriented Programming
  6. Implementing Interfaces and Inheriting Classes
  7. Packaging and Distributing .NET Types
  8. Working with Common .NET Types
  9. Working with Files, Streams, and Serialization
  10. Working with Data Using Entity Framework Core
  11. Querying and Manipulating Data Using LINQ
  12. Introducing Modern Web Development Using .NET
  13. Building Websites Using ASP.NET Core
  14. Building Interactive Web Components Using Blazor
  15. Building and Consuming Web Services

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]]> <![CDATA[Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with Langchain and GPT]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Conversational-Generative-AI-Apps-with-Langchain-and-GPT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:12:25 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Conversational-Generative-AI-Apps-with-Langchain-and-GPT Transform Text into Intelligent Conversations with LangChain and GPT.

Book Description
Conversational AI Apps are revolutionizing the way we interact with technology, enabling businesses and developers to create smarter, more intuitive applications that engage users in natural, meaningful ways. Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with LangChain and GPT is your ultimate guide to mastering AI-driven conversational systems.

Starting with core concepts of generative AI and LLMs, you'll learn to build intelligent chatbots and virtual assistants, while exploring techniques like fine-tuning LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and document embedding.

As you progress, you'll dive deeper into advanced topics such as vector databases and multimodal capabilities, enabling you to create highly accurate, context-aware AI agents. The book's step-by-step tutorials ensure that you develop practical skills in deploying and optimizing scalable conversational AI solutions.

By the end, you'll be equipped to build AI apps that enhance customer engagement, automate workflows, and scale seamlessly.

Unlock the potential of Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with LangChain and GPT and create next-gen AI applications today!

Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Conversational Generative AI
2. Natural Language Processing (NLP) Fundamentals
3. The Building Blocks of Rule-Based Chatbots
4. Statistical Language Models for Text Generation
5. Neural Network Architectures for Conversation
6. The Transformer Architecture Revolution
7. Unveiling ChatGPT and Architectures
8. Langchain Framework for Building Conversational AI
9. Exploring the LLM Landscape beyond GPT
10. The Transformative Impact of Conversational AI
11. Challenges and Opportunities in LLM Development




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Book Description
Conversational AI Apps are revolutionizing the way we interact with technology, enabling businesses and developers to create smarter, more intuitive applications that engage users in natural, meaningful ways. Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with LangChain and GPT is your ultimate guide to mastering AI-driven conversational systems.

Starting with core concepts of generative AI and LLMs, you'll learn to build intelligent chatbots and virtual assistants, while exploring techniques like fine-tuning LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and document embedding.

As you progress, you'll dive deeper into advanced topics such as vector databases and multimodal capabilities, enabling you to create highly accurate, context-aware AI agents. The book's step-by-step tutorials ensure that you develop practical skills in deploying and optimizing scalable conversational AI solutions.

By the end, you'll be equipped to build AI apps that enhance customer engagement, automate workflows, and scale seamlessly.

Unlock the potential of Building Conversational Generative AI Apps with LangChain and GPT and create next-gen AI applications today!

Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Conversational Generative AI
2. Natural Language Processing (NLP) Fundamentals
3. The Building Blocks of Rule-Based Chatbots
4. Statistical Language Models for Text Generation
5. Neural Network Architectures for Conversation
6. The Transformer Architecture Revolution
7. Unveiling ChatGPT and Architectures
8. Langchain Framework for Building Conversational AI
9. Exploring the LLM Landscape beyond GPT
10. The Transformative Impact of Conversational AI
11. Challenges and Opportunities in LLM Development




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]]> <![CDATA[Building Agent-Powered Applications: Your guide to generative AI, RAG]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Agent-Powered-Applications-Your-guide-to-generative-AI-RAG Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:11:09 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Agent-Powered-Applications-Your-guide-to-generative-AI-RAG Move from experimentation to real-world deployment with LLM and agentic applications powered by prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and evaluation.
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
Key Features
  • Design LLM apps by combining prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and agents
  • Evaluate reliability, quality, and safety across real-world AI workflows
  • Build production-ready generative AI systems with practical trade-offs
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
Large language models can produce impressive demos, but turning them into reliable products takes more than better prompts. You need to understand model behavior, know when to use retrieval or fine-tuning, structure agents correctly, and evaluate systems before deployment.
Building Agent-Powered Applications gives an end-to-end engineering perspective on creating production-ready generative AI solutions. Written by Microsoft Principal AI Engineer Vasyl Zvarydchuk, it helps software engineers, data scientists, and applied AI practitioners move from concept to implementation. You’ll begin with AI, NLP, embeddings, transformers, and LLM behavior, then progress to prompt engineering, summarization, classification, extraction, reasoning, RAG, and fine-tuning.
The book shows how to design agentic workflows with tools, memory, planning, orchestration, and human-in-the-loop controls. You’ll learn to evaluate quality with offline and online testing, task-specific metrics, LLM-as-a-judge methods, and responsible AI checks. Rather than treating prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and agents as separate topics, this book shows how they work together in practice. By the end, you’ll be able to make better architectural trade-offs, reduce failure modes, and build scalable, trustworthy AI applications.
*Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
What you will learn
  • Understand LLMs, transformers, embeddings, and inference
  • Apply prompt engineering for reliable model behavior
  • Build RAG pipelines that improve grounding and accuracy
  • Choose between prompting, RAG, and fine-tuning wisely
  • Solve NLP tasks from summarization to information extraction
  • Design AI agents with tools, memory, and planning
  • Evaluate agents and LLM apps with practical metrics
  • Deploy robust, scalable, and responsible AI systems
Who this book is for
This book is for AI Engineers, data scientists, software engineers, applied AI practitioners, technical leads, and engineering-focused product managers who want to build production-ready applications with LLMs and AI agents. It suits readers moving from traditional software development or classical machine learning into generative AI systems. You should be comfortable with programming in Python or a similar language and understand core software engineering concepts such as APIs, data structures, and integration. Prior deep learning or LLM training experience is not required.
Table of Contents
  1. Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing Fundamentals
  2. Understanding Large Language Models
  3. Prompt Engineering
  4. Understanding Language Tasks
  5. Generation, Question Answering, and Reasoning
  6. Retrieval-Augmented Generation
  7. LLM Fine-Tuning
  8. Exploring the Architecture of AI Agents
  9. Building AI Agents
  10. Evaluating LLM Applications and Agents



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Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
Key Features
  • Design LLM apps by combining prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and agents
  • Evaluate reliability, quality, and safety across real-world AI workflows
  • Build production-ready generative AI systems with practical trade-offs
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
Large language models can produce impressive demos, but turning them into reliable products takes more than better prompts. You need to understand model behavior, know when to use retrieval or fine-tuning, structure agents correctly, and evaluate systems before deployment.
Building Agent-Powered Applications gives an end-to-end engineering perspective on creating production-ready generative AI solutions. Written by Microsoft Principal AI Engineer Vasyl Zvarydchuk, it helps software engineers, data scientists, and applied AI practitioners move from concept to implementation. You’ll begin with AI, NLP, embeddings, transformers, and LLM behavior, then progress to prompt engineering, summarization, classification, extraction, reasoning, RAG, and fine-tuning.
The book shows how to design agentic workflows with tools, memory, planning, orchestration, and human-in-the-loop controls. You’ll learn to evaluate quality with offline and online testing, task-specific metrics, LLM-as-a-judge methods, and responsible AI checks. Rather than treating prompting, RAG, fine-tuning, and agents as separate topics, this book shows how they work together in practice. By the end, you’ll be able to make better architectural trade-offs, reduce failure modes, and build scalable, trustworthy AI applications.
*Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
What you will learn
  • Understand LLMs, transformers, embeddings, and inference
  • Apply prompt engineering for reliable model behavior
  • Build RAG pipelines that improve grounding and accuracy
  • Choose between prompting, RAG, and fine-tuning wisely
  • Solve NLP tasks from summarization to information extraction
  • Design AI agents with tools, memory, and planning
  • Evaluate agents and LLM apps with practical metrics
  • Deploy robust, scalable, and responsible AI systems
Who this book is for
This book is for AI Engineers, data scientists, software engineers, applied AI practitioners, technical leads, and engineering-focused product managers who want to build production-ready applications with LLMs and AI agents. It suits readers moving from traditional software development or classical machine learning into generative AI systems. You should be comfortable with programming in Python or a similar language and understand core software engineering concepts such as APIs, data structures, and integration. Prior deep learning or LLM training experience is not required.
Table of Contents
  1. Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing Fundamentals
  2. Understanding Large Language Models
  3. Prompt Engineering
  4. Understanding Language Tasks
  5. Generation, Question Answering, and Reasoning
  6. Retrieval-Augmented Generation
  7. LLM Fine-Tuning
  8. Exploring the Architecture of AI Agents
  9. Building AI Agents
  10. Evaluating LLM Applications and Agents



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]]> <![CDATA[Building a Data and AI Platform with PostgreSQL]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-a-Data-and-AI-Platform-with-PostgreSQL Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:05:25 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-a-Data-and-AI-Platform-with-PostgreSQL In a world where data sovereignty, scalability, and AI innovation are at the forefront of enterprise strategy, PostgreSQL is emerging as the key to unlocking transformative business value. This new guide serves as your beacon for navigating the convergence of AI, open source technologies, and intelligent data platforms. Authors Tom Taulli, Benjamin Anderson, and Jozef de Vries offer a strategic and practical approach to building AI and data platforms that balance innovation with governance, empowering organizations to take control of their data future.
Whether you're designing frameworks for advanced AI applications, modernizing legacy infrastructures, or solving data challenges at scale, you can use this guide to bridge the gap between technical complexity and actionable strategy. Written for IT executives, data leaders, and practitioners alike, it will equip you with the tools and insights to harness Postgre's unique capabilities—extensibility, unstructured data management, and hybrid workloads—for long-term success in an AI-driven world.
  • Learn how to build an AI and data platform using PostgreSQL
  • Overcome data challenges like modernization, integration, and governance
  • Optimize AI performance with model fine-tuning and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) best practices
  • Discover use cases that align data strategy with business goals
  • Take charge of your data and AI future with this comprehensive and accessible roadmap

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Whether you're designing frameworks for advanced AI applications, modernizing legacy infrastructures, or solving data challenges at scale, you can use this guide to bridge the gap between technical complexity and actionable strategy. Written for IT executives, data leaders, and practitioners alike, it will equip you with the tools and insights to harness Postgre's unique capabilities—extensibility, unstructured data management, and hybrid workloads—for long-term success in an AI-driven world.
  • Learn how to build an AI and data platform using PostgreSQL
  • Overcome data challenges like modernization, integration, and governance
  • Optimize AI performance with model fine-tuning and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) best practices
  • Discover use cases that align data strategy with business goals
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]]> <![CDATA[Build, Tune, Explore with OpenWebRX+]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Build-Tune-Explore-with-OpenWebRX Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:02:57 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Build-Tune-Explore-with-OpenWebRX Build a web-connected software-defined receiver with OpenWebRX+ software, a Raspberry Pi, and an RTL-SDR USB stick. Explore and share the radio spectrum!
 
Take one Raspberry Pi, an inexpensive Software-Defined Radio USB stick, and OpenWebRX+ software, and you have the makings of a powerful web-connected radio receiver. Listen to it on your mobile device, from anywhere in the world, and share your receiver online so that your friends can listen in as well. But that's not all: you can decode data transmissions of all kinds, and share that data too. Join an international community of radio enthusiasts exploring the hidden world of radio communications: aviation, ham radio, maritime, military, weather facsimile, digital modes, and more. The radio spectrum is out there for the taking—what are you waiting for?
Turn your Raspberry Pi into a powerful, browser-based radio receiver, and discover the world of software-defined radio (SDR), one signal at a time. With just a Pi, an RTL-SDR dongle, and this book, you’ll build a fully functional OpenWebRX+ web-connected radio receiver—no prior experience needed! You'll watch the airwaves spring to life with OpenWebRX+’s dynamic spectrum waterfall, a vibrant display of frequency, time, and signal strength that makes exploring the airwaves both visual and intuitive.
Designed for curious beginners and experienced radio hobbyists alike, this hands-on guide walks you through every step: setting up your Raspberry Pi, installing OpenWebRX+ connecting your SDR hardware, and configuring your receiver to explore everything from AM/FM broadcasts to shortwave and amateur radio, and data transmissions everywhere. You’ll learn about radio signals, where they lurk, the secrets they hold, and how to uncover them. The fun doesn't stop there: you can open your Open WebRX+ receiver to the world, so you and your friends can tune in on your mobile devices, from anywhere on the planet.
Are you ready to surf the airwaves? Together, let’s build something amazing!
What You Need:
You will need a copy of the free OpenWebRX+ software, and a computer to run it (we'll use a Raspberry Pi); an SD card and card writer; and SSH client software to communicate with the Pi. For the radio hardware, an inexpensive RTL-SDR dongle is a good start, though OpenWebRX+ supports other platforms. An antenna is essential: the type will depend on what you want to listen to, but an inexpensive VHF/UHF dipole kit will get you started, or even a long piece of wire.

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Take one Raspberry Pi, an inexpensive Software-Defined Radio USB stick, and OpenWebRX+ software, and you have the makings of a powerful web-connected radio receiver. Listen to it on your mobile device, from anywhere in the world, and share your receiver online so that your friends can listen in as well. But that's not all: you can decode data transmissions of all kinds, and share that data too. Join an international community of radio enthusiasts exploring the hidden world of radio communications: aviation, ham radio, maritime, military, weather facsimile, digital modes, and more. The radio spectrum is out there for the taking—what are you waiting for?
Turn your Raspberry Pi into a powerful, browser-based radio receiver, and discover the world of software-defined radio (SDR), one signal at a time. With just a Pi, an RTL-SDR dongle, and this book, you’ll build a fully functional OpenWebRX+ web-connected radio receiver—no prior experience needed! You'll watch the airwaves spring to life with OpenWebRX+’s dynamic spectrum waterfall, a vibrant display of frequency, time, and signal strength that makes exploring the airwaves both visual and intuitive.
Designed for curious beginners and experienced radio hobbyists alike, this hands-on guide walks you through every step: setting up your Raspberry Pi, installing OpenWebRX+ connecting your SDR hardware, and configuring your receiver to explore everything from AM/FM broadcasts to shortwave and amateur radio, and data transmissions everywhere. You’ll learn about radio signals, where they lurk, the secrets they hold, and how to uncover them. The fun doesn't stop there: you can open your Open WebRX+ receiver to the world, so you and your friends can tune in on your mobile devices, from anywhere on the planet.
Are you ready to surf the airwaves? Together, let’s build something amazing!
What You Need:
You will need a copy of the free OpenWebRX+ software, and a computer to run it (we'll use a Raspberry Pi); an SD card and card writer; and SSH client software to communicate with the Pi. For the radio hardware, an inexpensive RTL-SDR dongle is a good start, though OpenWebRX+ supports other platforms. An antenna is essential: the type will depend on what you want to listen to, but an inexpensive VHF/UHF dipole kit will get you started, or even a long piece of wire.

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]]> <![CDATA[Build Your Own AI Assistant: A step-by-step guide to custom GPT with OpenAI]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Build-Your-Own-AI-Assistant-A-step-by-step-guide-to-custom-GPT-with-OpenAI Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:01:25 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Build-Your-Own-AI-Assistant-A-step-by-step-guide-to-custom-GPT-with-OpenAI We live in a moment where every person, regardless of background, has the chance to shape the technology that shapes our lives. AI now gives everyday people the ability to extend their influence, solve problems faster, and build tools that reflect their goals and values. It gives the opportunity to design intelligence that works with you has never been more accessible.

This book provides a clear and structured path to building custom GPT using OpenAI’s platform. Each chapter offers practical, step-by-step instruction, including how GPT function, how to build your first assistant, add your own knowledge, enable real-world actions, and apply responsible AI principles. The approach is simple enough for beginners yet detailed enough to support real workplace impact across roles and industries. As you go through the book, you will have the technical knowledge of advanced prompting and the awareness of responsible AI to confidently build and manage dynamic, real-world AI solutions.

By the end, you will gain the skills to design GPT that streamline your workflow, multiply your productivity, and strengthen your ability to lead in an AI-driven world. This book invites you to step forward with confidence and start building AI that helps you lead, innovate, and thrive.

What you will learn
● Understand GPT fundamentals and explore practical real-world use cases.
● Build your first custom GPT using simple, guided steps.
● Apply the Pentagram Framework for structured and consistent prompting.
● Use Few-Shot learning to guide AI behavior more reliably.
● Apply chain of thought strategies for clearer reasoning and explanations.
● Use RAG techniques to ground responses in trusted information.
● Enable real-world actions through OpenAI tools and integrations.
● Apply responsible AI practices to build safe, aligned systems.

Who this book is for
This book is for anyone curious about how AI can amplify their abilities, including professionals, educators, creators, managers, and entrepreneurs who want practical ways to use GPT in their work. It is especially for people who want to build their own AI assistants with no coding required to begin the process.

Table of Contents
1. Building with OpenAI GPTs
2. GPT Use Cases and Examples
3. Build Your First GPT in Minutes
4. Pentagram Framework for Effective Prompt Engineering
5. Build RAG-Enhanced GPT for Customer Service
6. Build a Chain-of-Thought Stock Insight GPT
7. Few-Shot Learning for a Receipt Processing GPT
8. GPT Actions and API Integration
9. Mitigating Prompt Injection and Jailbreak Attacks
10. Grounding for Responsible AI


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This book provides a clear and structured path to building custom GPT using OpenAI’s platform. Each chapter offers practical, step-by-step instruction, including how GPT function, how to build your first assistant, add your own knowledge, enable real-world actions, and apply responsible AI principles. The approach is simple enough for beginners yet detailed enough to support real workplace impact across roles and industries. As you go through the book, you will have the technical knowledge of advanced prompting and the awareness of responsible AI to confidently build and manage dynamic, real-world AI solutions.

By the end, you will gain the skills to design GPT that streamline your workflow, multiply your productivity, and strengthen your ability to lead in an AI-driven world. This book invites you to step forward with confidence and start building AI that helps you lead, innovate, and thrive.

What you will learn
● Understand GPT fundamentals and explore practical real-world use cases.
● Build your first custom GPT using simple, guided steps.
● Apply the Pentagram Framework for structured and consistent prompting.
● Use Few-Shot learning to guide AI behavior more reliably.
● Apply chain of thought strategies for clearer reasoning and explanations.
● Use RAG techniques to ground responses in trusted information.
● Enable real-world actions through OpenAI tools and integrations.
● Apply responsible AI practices to build safe, aligned systems.

Who this book is for
This book is for anyone curious about how AI can amplify their abilities, including professionals, educators, creators, managers, and entrepreneurs who want practical ways to use GPT in their work. It is especially for people who want to build their own AI assistants with no coding required to begin the process.

Table of Contents
1. Building with OpenAI GPTs
2. GPT Use Cases and Examples
3. Build Your First GPT in Minutes
4. Pentagram Framework for Effective Prompt Engineering
5. Build RAG-Enhanced GPT for Customer Service
6. Build a Chain-of-Thought Stock Insight GPT
7. Few-Shot Learning for a Receipt Processing GPT
8. GPT Actions and API Integration
9. Mitigating Prompt Injection and Jailbreak Attacks
10. Grounding for Responsible AI


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]]> <![CDATA[CompTIA Cloud+ Guide to Cloud Computing, 3rd Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-CompTIA-Cloud-Guide-to-Cloud-Computing-3rd-Edition Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:19:24 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-CompTIA-Cloud-Guide-to-Cloud-Computing-3rd-Edition Cloud technologies are built on abstraction, but teaching them doesn’t have to be. "CompTIA Cloud+ Guide to Cloud Computing," 3rd Edition, bridges the gap between theory and practice, helping students grasp real-world skills needed to thrive in virtualized cloud environments. Aligned with the latest CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-004) certification objectives, the text equips learners to work confidently across AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform. Chapters are designed with engaging features, self-check questions, collaborative activities and challenge projects that simulate real deployment scenarios. MindTap enhances learning with live virtual machine labs, auto-graded quizzes, instructional videos and hands-on projects. Whether your students are preparing for certification or building a foundation for a cloud career, the text offers clarity, structure and support to help them succeed.  
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]]> <![CDATA[Android Studio Otter Essentials - Java Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Otter-Essentials-Java-Edition Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:14:32 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Otter-Essentials-Java-Edition This book, fully updated for Android Studio Otter, teaches you how to develop Android-based applications using Java.
Beginning with the basics, the book outlines how to set up an Android development and testing environment, followed by an overview of tool windows, the code editor, and the Layout Editor. An introduction to Android architecture is followed by an in-depth look at Android application and user interface design using Android Studio.
Chapters also cover the Android Architecture Components, including view models, lifecycle management, Room database access, content providers, the Database Inspector, app navigation, live data, and data binding.
Topics such as intents, touchscreen handling, gesture recognition, and the integration of AI into Android apps are also included.
The concepts of material design are also covered in detail, including floating action buttons, Snackbars, tabbed interfaces, card views, and collapsing toolbars.
Other key features of Android Studio and Android are also covered in detail, including the Layout Editor, the ConstraintLayout and ConstraintSet classes, view binding, constraint chains, barriers, and direct reply notifications.
Chapters also cover advanced Android Studio features, such as Gradle build configuration, in-app billing, and submitting apps to the Google Play Developer Console.
Assuming you already have some Java programming experience, are ready to download Android Studio and the Android SDK, have access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux system, and have ideas for some apps to develop, you are ready to get started.

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Beginning with the basics, the book outlines how to set up an Android development and testing environment, followed by an overview of tool windows, the code editor, and the Layout Editor. An introduction to Android architecture is followed by an in-depth look at Android application and user interface design using Android Studio.
Chapters also cover the Android Architecture Components, including view models, lifecycle management, Room database access, content providers, the Database Inspector, app navigation, live data, and data binding.
Topics such as intents, touchscreen handling, gesture recognition, and the integration of AI into Android apps are also included.
The concepts of material design are also covered in detail, including floating action buttons, Snackbars, tabbed interfaces, card views, and collapsing toolbars.
Other key features of Android Studio and Android are also covered in detail, including the Layout Editor, the ConstraintLayout and ConstraintSet classes, view binding, constraint chains, barriers, and direct reply notifications.
Chapters also cover advanced Android Studio features, such as Gradle build configuration, in-app billing, and submitting apps to the Google Play Developer Console.
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]]> <![CDATA[Android Studio Otter Essentials - Compose Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Otter-Essentials-Compose-Edition Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:12:50 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Otter-Essentials-Compose-Edition This book is a comprehensive guide to building Android applications using Android Studio Otter (2025.2.2), Jetpack Compose, and the Kotlin programming language. It is designed to provide the knowledge and skills you need to create modern Android apps using the latest development tools and frameworks.
We begin with foundational steps, including setting up an Android Studio development environment, followed by a detailed introduction to Kotlin, the language underpinning Android development. This section covers core aspects of Kotlin, including data types, operators, control flow, functions, lambdas, and coroutines, establishing a solid foundation in object-oriented programming principles.
Next, we cover Jetpack Compose, Google's innovative toolkit for building native user interfaces, including an in-depth look at Compose components and layout structures, including rows, columns, boxes, flows, pagers, and lists. You'll also gain insights into Android project architecture and Android Studio's Compose development mode.
Advanced topics are also covered, including state management, modifiers, and UI navigation. You will also learn how to create reusable layout components, implement biometric authentication for enhanced security, and accelerate development with Gemini AI.
The guide also covers specialized techniques, including graphics rendering, animations, transitions, Kotlin Flows, and gesture handling. Practical data management solutions, including view models, Room database access, live data, and the Database Inspector, are explored in detail. For developers interested in monetization, this guide also includes a dedicated section on implementing in-app billing.
The concluding chapters provide a comprehensive overview of app packaging and the publication process on the Google Play Store.
Throughout the book, each concept is reinforced with hands-on tutorials and downloadable source code. Additionally, over 50 online quizzes are available to test your knowledge and understanding.

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We begin with foundational steps, including setting up an Android Studio development environment, followed by a detailed introduction to Kotlin, the language underpinning Android development. This section covers core aspects of Kotlin, including data types, operators, control flow, functions, lambdas, and coroutines, establishing a solid foundation in object-oriented programming principles.
Next, we cover Jetpack Compose, Google's innovative toolkit for building native user interfaces, including an in-depth look at Compose components and layout structures, including rows, columns, boxes, flows, pagers, and lists. You'll also gain insights into Android project architecture and Android Studio's Compose development mode.
Advanced topics are also covered, including state management, modifiers, and UI navigation. You will also learn how to create reusable layout components, implement biometric authentication for enhanced security, and accelerate development with Gemini AI.
The guide also covers specialized techniques, including graphics rendering, animations, transitions, Kotlin Flows, and gesture handling. Practical data management solutions, including view models, Room database access, live data, and the Database Inspector, are explored in detail. For developers interested in monetization, this guide also includes a dedicated section on implementing in-app billing.
The concluding chapters provide a comprehensive overview of app packaging and the publication process on the Google Play Store.
Throughout the book, each concept is reinforced with hands-on tutorials and downloadable source code. Additionally, over 50 online quizzes are available to test your knowledge and understanding.

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]]> <![CDATA[Android Studio Ladybug Essentials - Kotlin Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Ladybug-Essentials-Kotlin-Edition Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:10:46 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Android-Studio-Ladybug-Essentials-Kotlin-Edition This book, fully updated for Android Studio Ladybug and the new UI, teaches you how to develop Android-based applications using the Kotlin programming language.
Beginning with the basics, the book outlines how to set up an Android development and testing environment, followed by an introduction to programming in Kotlin, including data types, control flow, functions, lambdas, and object-oriented programming. Asynchronous programming using Kotlin coroutines and flow is also covered in detail.
Chapters also cover the Android Architecture Components, including view models, lifecycle management, Room database access, content providers, the Database Inspector, app navigation, live data, and data binding.
More advanced topics such as intents are also covered, as are touch screen handling, gesture recognition, and the recording and playback of audio. This book edition also covers printing, transitions, and foldable device support.
The concepts of material design are also covered in detail, including the use of floating action buttons, Snackbars, tabbed interfaces, card views, navigation drawers, and collapsing toolbars.
Other key features of Android Studio and Android are also covered in detail, including the Layout Editor, the ConstraintLayout and ConstraintSet classes, MotionLayout Editor, view binding, constraint chains, barriers, and direct reply notifications.
Chapters also cover advanced features of Android Studio, such as App Links, Gradle build configuration, in-app billing, and submitting apps to the Google Play Developer Console.
Assuming you already have some programming experience, are ready to download Android Studio and the Android SDK, have access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux system, and have ideas for some apps to develop, you are ready to get started.

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Beginning with the basics, the book outlines how to set up an Android development and testing environment, followed by an introduction to programming in Kotlin, including data types, control flow, functions, lambdas, and object-oriented programming. Asynchronous programming using Kotlin coroutines and flow is also covered in detail.
Chapters also cover the Android Architecture Components, including view models, lifecycle management, Room database access, content providers, the Database Inspector, app navigation, live data, and data binding.
More advanced topics such as intents are also covered, as are touch screen handling, gesture recognition, and the recording and playback of audio. This book edition also covers printing, transitions, and foldable device support.
The concepts of material design are also covered in detail, including the use of floating action buttons, Snackbars, tabbed interfaces, card views, navigation drawers, and collapsing toolbars.
Other key features of Android Studio and Android are also covered in detail, including the Layout Editor, the ConstraintLayout and ConstraintSet classes, MotionLayout Editor, view binding, constraint chains, barriers, and direct reply notifications.
Chapters also cover advanced features of Android Studio, such as App Links, Gradle build configuration, in-app billing, and submitting apps to the Google Play Developer Console.
Assuming you already have some programming experience, are ready to download Android Studio and the Android SDK, have access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux system, and have ideas for some apps to develop, you are ready to get started.

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]]> <![CDATA[Building Java Programs A Back to Basics Approach, 6th Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Java-Programs-A-Back-to-Basics-Approach-6th-Edition Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:32:12 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Building-Java-Programs-A-Back-to-Basics-Approach-6th-Edition Building Java Programs: A Back to Basics Approach introduces new concepts and syntax using a spiral approach, ensuring students are thoroughly prepared as they work through CS1 material. Through the first four editions, Building Java Programs and its back-to-basics approach have proven remarkably effective. The 5th Edition has been extensively updated with incorporation of JShell integration, improved loop coverage, rewritten and revised case studies, examples, updated collection syntax and idioms, expanded self-check and programming exercising sections, and new programming projects.
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Also available with MyLab Programming
MyLabTM is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student.With MyLab Programming, students work through hundreds of short, auto-graded coding exercises and receive immediate and helpful feedback based on their work.


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]]> <![CDATA[Microservices Design Patterns in .NET, 2nd Edition]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Microservices-Design-Patterns-in-NET-2nd-Edition Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:15:49 +0000 LeakSector]]> https://leakforum.io/Thread-Microservices-Design-Patterns-in-NET-2nd-Edition Design, build, and scale cloud-native microservices by using proven patterns such as CQRS, Saga, and event sourcing to enhance reliability, observability, and modern deployment
 
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Key Features
  • Design scalable and maintainable microservices with domain modeling, S.O.L.I.D principles, and clean architecture
  • Simplify cloud development and deployment using containers, Kubernetes, serverless, and Aspire
  • Improve reliability and security through observability, automation, and zero-trust practices
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
Are you a developer seeking practical, up-to-date insights into designing scalable and resilient microservices? Microservices Design Patterns in .NET, Second Edition provides a comprehensive exploration of modern microservices using C# 14 and .NET 10.
This edition expands on core patterns such as CQRS, event sourcing, and Saga, while introducing advanced concepts such as observability with OpenTelemetry, zero-trust security, and container-based workflows.
You’ll explore both synchronous and asynchronous communication, apply domain-driven design to define service boundaries, and manage data consistency using proven persistence strategies. The book also guides you through container hosting, serverless functions, and production-ready deployment pipelines.
By the end of this book, you’ll know how to design and deploy secure, maintainable, and resilient microservices that fit perfectly in modern cloud ecosystems.
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
What you will learn
  • Design microservices with domain-driven design and bounded contexts
  • Build resilience with retries, circuit breakers, and caching
  • Apply CQRS, event sourcing, and Saga for reliable workflows
  • Use OpenTelemetry and .NET Aspire for monitoring and tracing
  • Secure APIs with IdentityServer, bearer tokens, and zero-trust principles
  • Deploy and scale using containers, Kubernetes, and serverless platforms
Who this book is for
This book is ideal for .NET developers, senior developers, software architects, and DevOps engineers who want to explore the pros and cons, intricacies, and overall implementation of microservice architecture. You’ll also get plenty of valuable insights if you’re seeking to expand your knowledge of different design patterns and supporting technologies.
Table of Contents
  1. Introducing Microservices – the Big Picture
  2. Applying Domain-Driven Design Principles
  3. Synchronous Communication between Microservices
  4. Asynchronous Communication Between Microservices
  5. Working with the Aggregator Pattern
  6. Working with the CQRS Pattern
  7. Applying Event-Sourcing Patterns
  8. Database Design Strategies for Microservices
  9. Implementing Transactions across Microservices Using the Saga Pattern
  10. Building Resilient Microservices
  11. Implementing the API and BFF Gateway Patterns
  12. Micro Frontends — Extending Microservices to the Frontend
  13. Securing Microservices
  14. Container Hosting and Development Patterns
  15. Serverless Microservices Development
  16. Observability and Monitoring with Modern Tools
  17. Wrapping It All Up

 
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*Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
Key Features
  • Design scalable and maintainable microservices with domain modeling, S.O.L.I.D principles, and clean architecture
  • Simplify cloud development and deployment using containers, Kubernetes, serverless, and Aspire
  • Improve reliability and security through observability, automation, and zero-trust practices
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
Are you a developer seeking practical, up-to-date insights into designing scalable and resilient microservices? Microservices Design Patterns in .NET, Second Edition provides a comprehensive exploration of modern microservices using C# 14 and .NET 10.
This edition expands on core patterns such as CQRS, event sourcing, and Saga, while introducing advanced concepts such as observability with OpenTelemetry, zero-trust security, and container-based workflows.
You’ll explore both synchronous and asynchronous communication, apply domain-driven design to define service boundaries, and manage data consistency using proven persistence strategies. The book also guides you through container hosting, serverless functions, and production-ready deployment pipelines.
By the end of this book, you’ll know how to design and deploy secure, maintainable, and resilient microservices that fit perfectly in modern cloud ecosystems.
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
What you will learn
  • Design microservices with domain-driven design and bounded contexts
  • Build resilience with retries, circuit breakers, and caching
  • Apply CQRS, event sourcing, and Saga for reliable workflows
  • Use OpenTelemetry and .NET Aspire for monitoring and tracing
  • Secure APIs with IdentityServer, bearer tokens, and zero-trust principles
  • Deploy and scale using containers, Kubernetes, and serverless platforms
Who this book is for
This book is ideal for .NET developers, senior developers, software architects, and DevOps engineers who want to explore the pros and cons, intricacies, and overall implementation of microservice architecture. You’ll also get plenty of valuable insights if you’re seeking to expand your knowledge of different design patterns and supporting technologies.
Table of Contents
  1. Introducing Microservices – the Big Picture
  2. Applying Domain-Driven Design Principles
  3. Synchronous Communication between Microservices
  4. Asynchronous Communication Between Microservices
  5. Working with the Aggregator Pattern
  6. Working with the CQRS Pattern
  7. Applying Event-Sourcing Patterns
  8. Database Design Strategies for Microservices
  9. Implementing Transactions across Microservices Using the Saga Pattern
  10. Building Resilient Microservices
  11. Implementing the API and BFF Gateway Patterns
  12. Micro Frontends — Extending Microservices to the Frontend
  13. Securing Microservices
  14. Container Hosting and Development Patterns
  15. Serverless Microservices Development
  16. Observability and Monitoring with Modern Tools
  17. Wrapping It All Up

 
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