insideBIGDATA

JULY 8, 2024

Science lies at the heart of the annual Supercomputing conference, and the Technical Program is one of the most important and challenging aspects of the conference. To learn more about what this program does, as well as the scientific vision that drives every decision within the program, here’s an interview with SC24 Technical Program Chair Guillaume Pallez (Inria) and Vice Chair Judith Hill (LLNL).

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databricks

JULY 8, 2024

The Prodvana team joins Databricks to support new innovations in the Data Intelligence Platform infrastructure. Learn more about the vision and what's ahead.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Google’s Gemma family of language models, renowned for their efficiency and performance, has recently welcomed Gemma 2. This latest iteration introduces two models: a 27 billion parameter version that matches the performance of larger models like Llama 3 70B with significantly lower processing requirements, and a 9 billion parameter version that surpasses the Llama […] The post Gemma 2: Successor to Google Gemma Family of Large Language Models appeared first on Analytics

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databricks

JULY 8, 2024

We are proud to announce two new analyst reports recognizing Databricks in the data engineering and data streaming space: IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Analytic.

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Speaker: Mike Rizzo, Founder & CEO, MarketingOps.com and Darrell Alfonso, Director of Marketing Strategy and Operations, Indeed.com

Though rarely in the spotlight, marketing operations are the backbone of the efficiency, scalability, and alignment that define top-performing marketing teams. In this exclusive webinar led by industry visionaries Mike Rizzo and Darrell Alfonso, we’re giving marketing operations the recognition they deserve! We will dive into the 7 P Model ; a powerful framework designed to assess and optimize your marketing operations function.

Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Prompt engineering is key to dealing with large language models (LLMs) such as GPT-4. “Temperature,” one of the most important prompt engineering parameters, greatly impacts the model’s behavior and output. This article examines the idea of temperature in prompt engineering, defines it, outlines its operation, and provides practical advice on utilizing it to modify […] The post What is Temperature in Prompt Engineering?

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insideBIGDATA

JULY 8, 2024

A new report was published by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Titled AI at Work: Friend and Foe, the study follows the firm’s inaugural AI at Work survey from last year and is based on a global survey of more than 13,000 employees in 15 countries and regions conducted by BCG X, BCG’s tech build and design division. The survey’s respondents range from executive suite leaders to frontline employees who do not hold managerial positions, although most respondents work in office-based roles.

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KDnuggets

JULY 8, 2024

Text preprocessing is an important step in NLP. Let's learn how to use the Hugging Face Tokenizers Library to preprocess text data.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Biological neurons are pivotal in artificial neural network research, mirroring the intricate structures responsible for brain functions. Soma, axons, dendrites, and synapses are part of neurons that help process information. McCulloch-Pitts Neuron is an early computational model that simulates the basic operations of these biological units.

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KDnuggets

JULY 8, 2024

Docker tags are important for managing and versioning Docker images. This tutorial will teach you how to use Docker tags effectively.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Managing data transactions is an important skill to have while working with databases. Tools like Structured Query Language (SQL) help you do this efficiently. It offers an array of built-in commands that can handle transactions, ensuring data integrity and consistency. Two most commonly used commands in this context are COMMIT and ROLLBACK.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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KDnuggets

JULY 8, 2024

Learn all about introductory statistics with this collection of tutorials from our sister site Statology.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Python IDLE is a very helpful tool which helps to develop, debug and run Python code easily. It is useful for programmers of all experience levels due to an interactive shell, syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and an integrated debugger. This article includes the general description of functionality, setup, and real-life implementation of the described concept. […] The post What is Python IDLE?

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

We are working on a new scheme to replace the GRUB bootloader with a fast, secure, Linux-based, user-space solution: nmbl (for no more boot loader). Most people are familiar with GRUB, a powerful, flexible, fully-featured bootloader that is used on multiple architectures (x86_64, aarch64, ppc64le OpenFirmware). Although GRUB is quite versatile and capable, its features create complexity that is difficult to maintain, and that both duplicate and lag behind the Linux kernel while also creating num

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Have you ever wondered how some AI systems seem to pull up just the right information and weave it into their answers as if they were chatting with an expert? That’s the magic of the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). RAG represents a powerful advancement in natural language processing, effectively merging the strengths of generative and […] The post Graph RAG: Enhancing Retrieval-Augmented Generation with Graph Structures appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

By chaining various messaging APIs in browsers and browser extensions, I demonstrate how we can jump from web pages to “universal code execution”, breaking both Same Origin Policy and the browser sandbox. I provide two new vulnerability disclosures affecting millions of users as examples. In addition, I demonstrate how such vulnerabilities can be discovered at scale with a combination of large dataset queries and static code analysis.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Power BI is a freely available tool from Microsoft for business analytics. It helps you visualize data and seamlessly share the insights from it with stakeholders. Whether you’re a data scientist, an analyst, or a business user, Power BI is a must-know tool that can make your work a lot easier. It allows you […] The post How to Install Power BI Desktop appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Anna’s Archive is a meta-search engine for shadow libraries that allows users to find pirated books and other related sources. The site launched in the fall of 2022 , just days after Z-Library was targeted in a U.S. criminal crackdown, to ensure continued availability of ‘free’ books and articles to the broader public. Late last year, Anna’s Archive expanded its offering by making information from OCLC’s proprietary WorldCat database available online.

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Analytics Vidhya

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction Meta AI (formerly Facebook AI) has introduced a revolutionary AI model called SAM (Segment Anything Model), representing a significant leap forward in computer vision and image segmentation technology. This article explores SAM’s features, capabilities, potential applications, and implications for various industries. Overview What is SAM?

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Speaker: Anindo Banerjea, CTO at Civio & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

When developing a Gen AI application, one of the most significant challenges is improving accuracy. This can be especially difficult when working with a large data corpus, and as the complexity of the task increases. The number of use cases/corner cases that the system is expected to handle essentially explodes. 💥 Anindo Banerjea is here to showcase his significant experience building AI/ML SaaS applications as he walks us through the current problems his company, Civio, is solving.

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Office vacancies in San Francisco hit another record in the second quarter, and rent prices fell to their lowest since 2015, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

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KDnuggets

JULY 8, 2024

Check out these 6 courses to get your foot into the computer science world!

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

On November 4, 2022, the United States Department of Justice and the FBI began seizing Z-Library’s domains as part of a major operation to shut down the infamous ‘shadow library’ platform. A criminal investigation had identified two Russian nationals, Anton Napolsky and Valeriia Ermakova, as the alleged operators of the site. On October 21, 2022, at the U.S.

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JULY 8, 2024

You’ve probably noticed that the weather forecast can change a lot for predictions many days out. The amount of fluctuation changes depending on where you live. For the Washington Post, Niko Kommenda and Harry Stevens discuss why that is (hint: oceans) with a map and a searchable chart to see your city. Estimates were compiled by the Meteorological Development Laboratory using data from the National Digital Forecast Database.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Plausible is a lightweight and open-source Google Analytics alternative. Your website data is 100% yours and the privacy of your visitors is respected.

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Dataconomy

JULY 8, 2024

Google recently dropped a bombshell on the search world, shaking the foundation of how we find information online. Forget scrolling through pages of blue links; now, an AI oracle sits atop the search results, dishing out answers plucked from the web’s vast expanse. Google promises this AI genie will grant users’ wishes for quicker, more comprehensive answers.

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Not everyone perished in the historic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. New research shows that some citizens went on to rebuild their lives.

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AWS Machine Learning Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Eviden is a next-gen technology leader in data-driven, trusted, and sustainable digital transformation. With a strong portfolio of patented technologies and worldwide leading positions in advanced computing, security, AI, cloud, and digital platforms, Eviden provides deep expertise for a multitude of industries in more than 47 countries. Eviden is an AWS Premier partner , bringing together 47,000 world-class talents and expanding the possibilities of data and technology across the digital contin

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Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Nearly 2 million metric tons of wild fish are harvested from the ocean to feed Norwegian farmed salmon every year, according to a new report.

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SAS Software

JULY 8, 2024

En el dinámico mundo de los pagos, donde la comodidad y la rapidez son la norma, el fraude ha evolucionado a la par. Los delincuentes utilizan tecnologías avanzadas para preparar estafas, poniendo en riesgo la seguridad financiera de millones de usuarios. Para enfrentar este desafío, la industria financiera está recurriendo [.] The post Cinco tendencias en el uso de la IA en pagos digitales appeared first on SAS Blogs.

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Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Can you spot the drowning child in this crowded wave pool? An interactive public service announcement. To the untrained eye, drowning can look just like swimming. The Instinctive Drowning Response is frequently missed, even by people nearby.

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Gil Press for Forbes

JULY 8, 2024

The Israeli Quantum Computing Center is a first of its kind globally, integrating different types of quantum computers with supercomputers and NVIDIA DGX Quantum.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro