Our review of : Kelly

In 1985, Cliff Stoll was working as a system administrator at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory when he discovered that one of his computers had been hacked. The intruder had stolen sensitive documents and inserted malware into the network. Determined to track down the hacker, Stoll began piecing together evidence like a detective until he finally [...]

In “Stealing Fire,” Kotler discusses how Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and other groups are changing the way we live and work. He argues that these organizations have tapped into a source of “flow state” or optimal human performance in which individuals are completely absorbed in their activities. As a result, they are able to [...]

This latest book from Jean M. Twenge Ph.D., offers an in-depth look at the 10 trends most affecting young people today – and how they are shaping the nation as a whole. Drawing on data from hundreds of surveys, interviews and clinical studies, Twenge provides readers with insights into everything from social media to mental [...]

The Innovators tells the story of how a group of hackers, geniuses, and geeks created the digital revolution. Author Walter Isaacson profiles such as Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak, Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Jeff Bezos and more to illustrate how these individuals helped shape one of the most important technological advances in history. With an exploration [...]

In A Thousand Brains, computer scientist Jeff Hawkins offers a new theory of intelligence that overturns the conventional wisdom about how the brain works. He argues that we need to understand principles of brain function in order to build intelligent machines. Drawing on his own research and on findings from neuroscience and artificial intelligence, Hawkins [...]

In “Life 3.0”, Max Tegmark explores the implications of artificial intelligence on humanity, arguing that we are rapidly heading towards a future in which AI will become smarter than humans. He offers advice on how to make sure that this future is a positive one for all concerned – both for ourselves and for any [...]

In Superintelligence, Oxford philosopher Nick Bostrom offers a provocative analysis of artificial intelligence and its potential to shape the future of humanity. Bostrom argues that if machine brains surpass human cognitive abilities, they could endanger our continued existence as a species. He proposes ways to steer AI development in more beneficial directions and discusses how [...]

Kai-Fu Lee, one of the world’s most respected experts on artificial intelligence, offers a bold look at how AI will change our lives over the next four decades. He paints a vivid picture of ten potential scenarios for 2041, ranging from virtual reality to personalized health care to quantum computing and beyond. Each scenario is [...]

This book offers a comprehensive guide to software architecture, with an emphasis on engineering principles and techniques. It covers the design of both large-scale and small-scale systems, from initial requirements gathering through implementation and testing. The author presents a range of proven approaches for creating high-quality software architectures, including modularity, redundancy, abstraction, encapsulation, layering, and [...]

This book is a biography of John von Neumann, one of the most brilliant mathematicians and computer scientists in history. It tells the story of his life and work, including his pioneering contributions to game theory, quantum mechanics, fluid dynamics, and much more. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone [...]

Crushing It! is a guide to achieving success as an entrepreneur written by Gary Vaynerchuk. The book covers topics such as creating a business plan, building a brand, and using social media to market products or services. In addition, it offers advice on how to stay motivated and deal with failure. For who is this [...]

In this book, David Thomas introduces you to the Pragmatic Programmer philosophy and how it can help you become a better programmer. You’ll learn how to think like a Pragmatic Programmer, develop good habits for your craft, and take advantage of classic tools and techniques that will make you more productive. Finally, you’ll apply all [...]