Learning Directory


Book Description



















Basic English Grammar For Dummies - US


Book Description

The easy way to brush up on your English skills Is it good or well? There, their, or they're? Some people don't have to think twice about using proper English, but for the rest of us it can get tricky and confusing. Whether you're writing or speaking, it's all too easy to fall prey to simple mistakes that will represent you in a less-than-desirable light—which can potentially cost you a job or put you in an embarrassing social situation. Avoiding complicated grammar rules, Basic English For Dummies sticks to the basics and makes it easy to get up and running on what you need to know to partake in successful everyday communication, no matter your audience or medium. Inside, you'll find plenty of examples and exercises, guidance on how to structure sentences to make yourself easily understood, and so much more. In no time, you'll leave the 'me or I?' debate at the door and speak and write confidently and correctly. Plus, you'll expand your vocabulary, find the right tone and style you want to convey in your communication, and avoid common English language pitfalls. Includes quizzes and self-tests Provides guidance on composing letters, emails, texts, and phone calls Explains in plain English how to improve your English skills Gives you instruction and exercises on putting your skills to practice right away If English is your first language, but you missed or have forgotten the nuances that were taught in school, Basic English For Dummies is your go-to guide. It is also ideal for those learning English as a second language.




RETRACTED BOOK: 151 Trading Strategies


Book Description

The book provides detailed descriptions, including more than 550 mathematical formulas, for more than 150 trading strategies across a host of asset classes and trading styles. These include stocks, options, fixed income, futures, ETFs, indexes, commodities, foreign exchange, convertibles, structured assets, volatility, real estate, distressed assets, cash, cryptocurrencies, weather, energy, inflation, global macro, infrastructure, and tax arbitrage. Some strategies are based on machine learning algorithms such as artificial neural networks, Bayes, and k-nearest neighbors. The book also includes source code for illustrating out-of-sample backtesting, around 2,000 bibliographic references, and more than 900 glossary, acronym and math definitions. The presentation is intended to be descriptive and pedagogical and of particular interest to finance practitioners, traders, researchers, academics, and business school and finance program students.




Python for Beginners


Book Description

Would you like to start programming with Python from scratch? This is definitely the easiest way you can find! What are you waiting for, keep reading! This boxset includes: Python Programming for Beginners: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Learning the Basics of Python in a Great Crash Course Full of Notions, Tips and Tricks Have you always wanted to learn how to program? Have you always thought it was too difficult? Or did you think you didn't have enough basic skills? If so, keep reading... The PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES ACADEMY has created a targeted learning path within the reach of anyone who wants to start programming without having the appropriate skills. What you will find in this book is a real step by step path that will take you from 0 to 100 in a few days!!! Once you start reading you will appreciate a simple, clear and essential guide. The chapters are short and will deliver new information gradually, so that you are not overwhelmed by too many notions all together. Illustrations, examples and step-by-step guides in each chapter allow you not to make mistakes but above all not to cause confusion. You no longer have to waste time and money trying to learn Python from expensive online courses or from incredibly long textbooks that leave you just more confused and frustrated. Python Workbook: Learn How to Quickly and Effectively Program with Exercises, Projects, and Solutions Do you want to learn one of the most in-demand programming languages of today and start an exciting career in data science, web development, or another field of your choice? Learn Python! Python is easy to read because the code looks a lot like regular English, but don't let this simplicity deceive you: it's one of the most powerful and versatile programming languages out there! In fact, it powers many of your favorite websites and services, including Instagram, Spotify, and even Google! This book takes you on a practical journey through the amazing features of Python. Unlike books that focus on theoretical concepts only, this book will show you how Python is actually used - and encourage you to get creative! Here's what you'll find in this book: Practical programming exercises that will help you apply programming concepts to real-life situations Debugging exercises that will teach you to notice errors in Python code quickly Fun projects that will really test your knowledge and motivate you to practice even more Valuable tips for mastering Python quickly An answer key to check if you were right Learning the basics of any programming language may seem a bit boring at first, but once you've written your first program that really does something - even if it's just printing text on the screen - your excitement and motivation will become unstoppable and you'll yearn for more and more programming challenges that will hone your skills! This book is a perfect companion for any beginning Python programmer. If you've tried learning Python before but got discouraged by too much theory... this book is guaranteed to rekindle your interest in Python programming! If you're ready to learn the basics of python programming 7 DAYS FROM TODAY, get a copy of this book today! Are you ready to start writing Python apps that really work? Scroll up, cli




Ingles Para Latinos, Level 1


Book Description

INGLES PARA LATINOS LEVEL 1 is designed to teach Hispanics in the United States and Canada a practical working knowledge of English. Updated with additional commonly-used phrases, new questions and answers for practice and review, and listening aids such as find-the-word boxes, jumbled words, and crosswords, the new edition of this informal language-learning program has been created to give Hispanics in the United States and Canada a practical working knowledge of English. Author William Harvey bypasses the dull rules of grammar, and instead familiarizes readers with often-used phrases, including a series of informal conversations among speakers in idiomatic American English. It also features tables that present commonly-used English verbs and verb tenses. Emphasis on correct pronunciation includes helpful tips and advice on pronunciation and listening comprehension. The supplemental downloadable audio uses spoken dialogues and coaching to emphasize correct pronunciation of informal American English.