This document discusses different interpretations of probability as they relate to statistical mechanics. It begins by introducing objective and subjective interpretations of probability. Objectively, probabilities can be viewed as physical properties (propensity interpretation) or as long-run relative frequencies (frequency interpretation). Subjectively, probabilities represent a personal belief or degree of credibility based on available information.
The document then focuses on objective interpretations. It discusses issues with applying the propensity interpretation to deterministic systems like those studied in statistical mechanics. It presents the frequency interpretation applied to statistical mechanics, where probabilities are defined over ensembles of identically prepared systems. For a system in equilibrium, the probability distribution should be nearly constant over time to match the constancy of observable properties.
AESIR is a Hong Kong-based business agent that provides services to help companies establish and expand their business in Euro-Asia. This report summarizes AESIR's progress in Q3 2014, including financial results, three project reviews (coffee trading in Vietnam/Hong Kong, Vietnamese food souvenirs, and e-commerce), and projections for Q4 2014 and the full year. The Q3 financial results were below projections due to delays in projects. To improve performance, AESIR plans to focus on sales growth and streamlining operations in Q4.
Sean Parsons and Mark Baker from MindCandy discuss their use of Scala in services and tools. They chose Scala due to familiarity with the JVM, static types, and its large community. They used Scala to build backend services including for users, games, news and more. They also used Scala for tools like the REPL, scripts, a setup tool and Play-based websites. They found Scala good for expressing algorithms clearly and taking advantage of immutability and actors to scale. While learning Scala required learning new syntax and paradigms, they plan to continue using it for tools, scripts and services going forward.
The document describes a C programming assignment to create a program that calculates the time needed for a user to burn a given number of calories through exercise, based on their weight and the type of exercise selected. The program allows the user to choose between jogging or bicycling/playing tennis and calculates the hours needed to burn the calories entered by the user. The user can make multiple calculations by rerunning the program.
This document discusses different interpretations of probability as they relate to statistical mechanics. It begins by introducing objective and subjective interpretations of probability. Objectively, probabilities can be viewed as physical properties (propensity interpretation) or as long-run relative frequencies (frequency interpretation). Subjectively, probabilities represent a personal belief or degree of credibility based on available information.
The document then focuses on objective interpretations. It discusses issues with applying the propensity interpretation to deterministic systems like those studied in statistical mechanics. It presents the frequency interpretation applied to statistical mechanics, where probabilities are defined over ensembles of identically prepared systems. For a system in equilibrium, the probability distribution should be nearly constant over time to match the constancy of observable properties.
AESIR is a Hong Kong-based business agent that provides services to help companies establish and expand their business in Euro-Asia. This report summarizes AESIR's progress in Q3 2014, including financial results, three project reviews (coffee trading in Vietnam/Hong Kong, Vietnamese food souvenirs, and e-commerce), and projections for Q4 2014 and the full year. The Q3 financial results were below projections due to delays in projects. To improve performance, AESIR plans to focus on sales growth and streamlining operations in Q4.
Sean Parsons and Mark Baker from MindCandy discuss their use of Scala in services and tools. They chose Scala due to familiarity with the JVM, static types, and its large community. They used Scala to build backend services including for users, games, news and more. They also used Scala for tools like the REPL, scripts, a setup tool and Play-based websites. They found Scala good for expressing algorithms clearly and taking advantage of immutability and actors to scale. While learning Scala required learning new syntax and paradigms, they plan to continue using it for tools, scripts and services going forward.
The document describes a C programming assignment to create a program that calculates the time needed for a user to burn a given number of calories through exercise, based on their weight and the type of exercise selected. The program allows the user to choose between jogging or bicycling/playing tennis and calculates the hours needed to burn the calories entered by the user. The user can make multiple calculations by rerunning the program.
Linear algebra has many applications including understanding networks and graphs, modeling complex systems like bridges and molecules, quantum computing, chaos theory, coding and error correction, data compression, and solving systems of equations. It can be used to analyze vibrations, study dynamical systems, and efficiently solve Lagrange multiplier systems.
This 3 minute YouTube video profiles John Doe, an engineer who developed a mathematical function called the i-Function. The video shows John explaining the i-Function, which can be applied to problems across multiple domains from engineering to economics. In the video, John believes the i-Function may have practical applications and help advance scientific understanding.
The four main components of a computer are input, storage, processing, and output. Input devices like keyboards and mice are used to enter information into the computer. Storage devices like hard drives, RAM, and ROM are used to save information either temporarily during processing or permanently. The processor uses integrated circuits and microprocessors to process the stored information as directed by software. Output devices like monitors, printers, and speakers are used to view or hear the results of the processing.
A presentation shared at the Webinar - #100 Social Media Marketing Day @ Your Desk - 11th April 2011
In this presentation Carl Griffith will introduce you to some principles of design thinking and how these can help differentiate ordinary online engagement from extraordinary engagement
Learn how understanding your customers' deeper needs and desires can enable richer and more long-lasting engagement
Learn why understanding your customers' broader context and their journey with your brand or organization is so powerful
Lemonade Day teaches youth how to start, own and operate their first business, a lemonade stand.
Lemonade Day is in 31 this year [2011] including Austin, TX.
This chapter introduces the book and discusses the importance of managing operational risk in today's financial markets. It notes that globalization, technology advances, and industry consolidation have accelerated changes and increased competitive pressures. Effective risk management, including managing operational risk, is critical for financial institutions to deal with this challenging environment. The chapter traces the development of derivatives markets and risk management practices. It argues that as financial institutions become more integrated, decentralized, and technology-driven, managing operational and other non-market risks on an enterprise-wide basis is fundamental to their successful operations. Recent high-profile losses have highlighted the need to broaden risk management beyond just market and credit risks.
Amanda Kane - Presentation Mdes 810 Entrepeneurship Appliedamandakane1
This document discusses controversial magazine covers and how they affect readership. It mentions Cosmopolitan Magazine UK saw a 9% drop in distribution figures in 2010 from controversial covers focusing on sex. The document also discusses an 8-year old becoming anorexic from magazine influences and proposes alternatives like Look Magazine and Essentials Magazine that appeal to readerships without negative influences.
The document provides information on various selection control structures in C programming:
1. If structure - executes statements if a condition is true.
2. If-else structure - executes one set of statements if a condition is true, and another set if false.
3. If-else if structure - checks multiple conditions in sequence.
4. Switch structure - tests a variable against multiple constant values, and executes one set of statements for true cases.
5. Goto structure - unconditionally transfers control to another part of the program.
Crescita is a leading recruitment and talent acquisition company established in 2008 that provides various recruitment services including recruitment advertising, resume database management, applicant tracking, and recruitment project execution. The company is committed to exceeding quality expectations by taking feedback and maintaining monitoring systems. Crescita promises to satisfy clients' requirements beyond industry standards.
1. The document discusses group travel planning and booking services for a variety of groups including sports teams, weddings, family reunions, and more.
2. It introduces Groupize as a company that provides online and mobile software, tools, and services to help plan and book group travel.
3. Groupize works with various partners including online travel agencies, suppliers, and white label clients to offer services for booking hotels, transportation, attractions, and managing various aspects of group travel.
The document recommends taking a vacation to feel refreshed and enjoy nature with someone special. It suggests visiting Bora Bora Island or Hawaii, but notes they are expensive. As more affordable alternatives, it recommends staying home or visiting Wakatobi in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, which has similar beauty to Bora Bora, or Lengkuas Island in Indonesia, which has beautiful beaches. It encourages exploring more affordable domestic vacation spots and contacting the author for additional discussion.
The 2012 IT Skills and Salary Report found reasons for optimism in the IT field:
1. Average salaries increased 6.2% from 2011, rising to $84,552. Nearly two-thirds received a raise and bonuses were up as well.
2. Demand for tech professionals is expected to grow in 2012, with 65% of companies planning to increase staff.
3. Job satisfaction among IT professionals appears to be rebounding, with 60% reporting satisfaction, up from 43% in 2011. Increased compensation, job security, and training opportunities contribute to higher satisfaction.
Project TiệmTạpHóa aims to create an online marketplace similar to Groupon to help physical stores in Vietnam expand their customer base online. Currently, many Vietnamese businesses do not have an online presence, but e-commerce is growing as internet usage increases. The project would help businesses reduce costs through bulk discounts and promotions while giving customers convenient access to deals. However, challenges include ensuring product quality and preventing the business model from being copied. The project plans to use digital marketing strategies like social media, email marketing, and search engine optimization to promote deals and drive customers to the online storefront.
This document provides an overview of how to create a podcast. It explains that a podcast is an on-demand webcast that can be downloaded to devices like computers or phones. While audio is the basic requirement, most podcasts also include visual components or special effects. The document outlines the steps to create a podcast, which include gathering information, writing a script, choosing presentation software, adding media, recording voiceovers, and publishing online. It also provides additional resources for software like PowerPoint, iMovie, Photo Story, Keynote, and Movie Maker.
Linear algebra has many applications including understanding networks and graphs, modeling complex systems like bridges and molecules, quantum computing, chaos theory, coding and error correction, data compression, and solving systems of equations. It can be used to analyze vibrations, study dynamical systems, and efficiently solve Lagrange multiplier systems.
This 3 minute YouTube video profiles John Doe, an engineer who developed a mathematical function called the i-Function. The video shows John explaining the i-Function, which can be applied to problems across multiple domains from engineering to economics. In the video, John believes the i-Function may have practical applications and help advance scientific understanding.
The four main components of a computer are input, storage, processing, and output. Input devices like keyboards and mice are used to enter information into the computer. Storage devices like hard drives, RAM, and ROM are used to save information either temporarily during processing or permanently. The processor uses integrated circuits and microprocessors to process the stored information as directed by software. Output devices like monitors, printers, and speakers are used to view or hear the results of the processing.
A presentation shared at the Webinar - #100 Social Media Marketing Day @ Your Desk - 11th April 2011
In this presentation Carl Griffith will introduce you to some principles of design thinking and how these can help differentiate ordinary online engagement from extraordinary engagement
Learn how understanding your customers' deeper needs and desires can enable richer and more long-lasting engagement
Learn why understanding your customers' broader context and their journey with your brand or organization is so powerful
Lemonade Day teaches youth how to start, own and operate their first business, a lemonade stand.
Lemonade Day is in 31 this year [2011] including Austin, TX.
This chapter introduces the book and discusses the importance of managing operational risk in today's financial markets. It notes that globalization, technology advances, and industry consolidation have accelerated changes and increased competitive pressures. Effective risk management, including managing operational risk, is critical for financial institutions to deal with this challenging environment. The chapter traces the development of derivatives markets and risk management practices. It argues that as financial institutions become more integrated, decentralized, and technology-driven, managing operational and other non-market risks on an enterprise-wide basis is fundamental to their successful operations. Recent high-profile losses have highlighted the need to broaden risk management beyond just market and credit risks.
Amanda Kane - Presentation Mdes 810 Entrepeneurship Appliedamandakane1
This document discusses controversial magazine covers and how they affect readership. It mentions Cosmopolitan Magazine UK saw a 9% drop in distribution figures in 2010 from controversial covers focusing on sex. The document also discusses an 8-year old becoming anorexic from magazine influences and proposes alternatives like Look Magazine and Essentials Magazine that appeal to readerships without negative influences.
The document provides information on various selection control structures in C programming:
1. If structure - executes statements if a condition is true.
2. If-else structure - executes one set of statements if a condition is true, and another set if false.
3. If-else if structure - checks multiple conditions in sequence.
4. Switch structure - tests a variable against multiple constant values, and executes one set of statements for true cases.
5. Goto structure - unconditionally transfers control to another part of the program.
Crescita is a leading recruitment and talent acquisition company established in 2008 that provides various recruitment services including recruitment advertising, resume database management, applicant tracking, and recruitment project execution. The company is committed to exceeding quality expectations by taking feedback and maintaining monitoring systems. Crescita promises to satisfy clients' requirements beyond industry standards.
1. The document discusses group travel planning and booking services for a variety of groups including sports teams, weddings, family reunions, and more.
2. It introduces Groupize as a company that provides online and mobile software, tools, and services to help plan and book group travel.
3. Groupize works with various partners including online travel agencies, suppliers, and white label clients to offer services for booking hotels, transportation, attractions, and managing various aspects of group travel.
The document recommends taking a vacation to feel refreshed and enjoy nature with someone special. It suggests visiting Bora Bora Island or Hawaii, but notes they are expensive. As more affordable alternatives, it recommends staying home or visiting Wakatobi in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, which has similar beauty to Bora Bora, or Lengkuas Island in Indonesia, which has beautiful beaches. It encourages exploring more affordable domestic vacation spots and contacting the author for additional discussion.
The 2012 IT Skills and Salary Report found reasons for optimism in the IT field:
1. Average salaries increased 6.2% from 2011, rising to $84,552. Nearly two-thirds received a raise and bonuses were up as well.
2. Demand for tech professionals is expected to grow in 2012, with 65% of companies planning to increase staff.
3. Job satisfaction among IT professionals appears to be rebounding, with 60% reporting satisfaction, up from 43% in 2011. Increased compensation, job security, and training opportunities contribute to higher satisfaction.
Project TiệmTạpHóa aims to create an online marketplace similar to Groupon to help physical stores in Vietnam expand their customer base online. Currently, many Vietnamese businesses do not have an online presence, but e-commerce is growing as internet usage increases. The project would help businesses reduce costs through bulk discounts and promotions while giving customers convenient access to deals. However, challenges include ensuring product quality and preventing the business model from being copied. The project plans to use digital marketing strategies like social media, email marketing, and search engine optimization to promote deals and drive customers to the online storefront.
This document provides an overview of how to create a podcast. It explains that a podcast is an on-demand webcast that can be downloaded to devices like computers or phones. While audio is the basic requirement, most podcasts also include visual components or special effects. The document outlines the steps to create a podcast, which include gathering information, writing a script, choosing presentation software, adding media, recording voiceovers, and publishing online. It also provides additional resources for software like PowerPoint, iMovie, Photo Story, Keynote, and Movie Maker.