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Book Designing Web APIs

    Book Details:
  • Author : Brenda Jin
  • Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • Release : 2018-08-29
  • ISBN : 1492026875
  • Pages : 180 pages

Download or read book Designing Web APIs written by Brenda Jin and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2018-08-29 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using a web API to provide services to application developers is one of the more satisfying endeavors that software engineers undertake. But building a popular API with a thriving developer ecosystem is also one of the most challenging. With this practical guide, developers, architects, and tech leads will learn how to navigate complex decisions for designing, scaling, marketing, and evolving interoperable APIs. Authors Brenda Jin, Saurabh Sahni, and Amir Shevat explain API design theory and provide hands-on exercises for building your web API and managing its operation in production. You’ll also learn how to build and maintain a following of app developers. This book includes expert advice, worksheets, checklists, and case studies from companies including Slack, Stripe, Facebook, Microsoft, Cloudinary, Oracle, and GitHub. Get an overview of request-response and event-driven API design paradigms Learn best practices for designing an API that meets the needs of your users Use a template to create an API design process Scale your web API to support a growing number of API calls and use cases Regularly adapt the API to reflect changes to your product or business Provide developer resources that include API documentation, samples, and tools

Book Platform Ecosystems

    Book Details:
  • Author : Amrit Tiwana
  • Publisher : Newnes
  • Release : 2013-11-12
  • ISBN : 0124080545
  • Pages : 323 pages

Download or read book Platform Ecosystems written by Amrit Tiwana and published by Newnes. This book was released on 2013-11-12 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Platform Ecosystems is a hands-on guide that offers a complete roadmap for designing and orchestrating vibrant software platform ecosystems. Unlike software products that are managed, the evolution of ecosystems and their myriad participants must be orchestrated through a thoughtful alignment of architecture and governance. Whether you are an IT professional or a general manager, you will benefit from this book because platform strategy here lies at the intersection of software architecture and business strategy. It offers actionable tools to develop your own platform strategy, backed by original research, tangible metrics, rich data, and cases. You will learn how architectural choices create organically-evolvable, vibrant ecosystems. You will also learn to apply state-of-the-art research in software engineering, strategy, and evolutionary biology to leverage ecosystem dynamics unique to platforms. Read this book to learn how to: Evolve software products and services into vibrant platform ecosystems Orchestrate platform architecture and governance to sustain competitive advantage Govern platform evolution using a powerful 3-dimensional framework If you’re ready to transform platform strategy from newspaper gossip and business school theory to real-world competitive advantage, start right here! Understand how architecture and strategy are inseparably intertwined in platform ecosystems Architect future-proof platforms and apps and amplify these choices through governance Evolve platforms, apps, and entire ecosystems into vibrant successes and spot platform opportunities in almost any—not just IT—industry

Book XRP

    XRP

    Book Details:
  • Author : Penelope I.
  • Publisher : Xspurts.com
  • Release : 2024-03-14
  • ISBN : 177970044X
  • Pages : 166 pages

Download or read book XRP written by Penelope I. and published by Xspurts.com. This book was released on 2024-03-14 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the revolutionary world of cryptocurrencies with 'XRP: The Future of Crypto Currency'. This comprehensive and insightful book provides an all-encompassing understanding of XRP, the digital asset developed by the Ripple company, designed to enable faster, more secure cross-border transactions.Your journey begins with an introduction into the world of XRP, exploring its origins and development, and the key principles and protocols that underpin it. Discover in-depth insights into the Ripple company, the brains behind XRP, including an exploration of RippleNet, their global payments network. The book places XRP within the broader cryptosphere, comparing it against powerhouses like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and delving into its market capitalization. It offers an intricate look at the breakthrough technology behind XRP, detailing the Ripple Protocol Consensus Algorithm (RPCA), and the use of gateways. 'XRP: The Future of Crypto Currency' is an invaluable resource for anyone considering investing in XRP, providing thoughtful considerations, potential risks, and effective investment strategies. Navigate the complexities of buying, selling, and storing XRP, with a comprehensive guide to cryptocurrency exchanges and XRP wallets.Navigate the legal landscape surrounding XRP, exploring varied global perspectives and highlighting the illustrious case of U.S. SEC vs Ripple. Analyze expert and scenario-based predictions for the future of XRP and explore its significant role in the remittance market and the evolving Internet of Value. Understand the scalability and sustainability of XRP, especially concerning transaction speed, volume, and energy consumption comparison. This book also shines a light on XRP's potential role in financial inclusion, particularly for the unbanked and underbanked populations, and Ripple's developer ecosystem— Xpring. Unravel the controversies and criticisms surrounding XRP, scrutinize centralization claims and understand how these criticisms are being tackled. Finally, immerse yourself in the vibrant XRP community, exploring its impassioned followers — the XRP army, and the remarkable community-driven projects and initiatives. 'XRP: The Future of Crypto Currency' is more than a book–it's the key to understanding and harnessing the power of one of today's most intriguing and game-changing cryptocurrencies. Get your copy today to become a part of the financial revolution!

Book Agile Software Development Ecosystems

Download or read book Agile Software Development Ecosystems written by James A. Highsmith and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2002 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traditional software development methods struggle to keep pace with the accelerated pace and rapid change of Internet-era development. Several "agile methodologies" have been developed in response -- and these approaches to software development are showing exceptional promise. In this book, Jim Highsmith covers them all -- showing what they have in common, where they differ, and how to choose and customize the best agile approach for your needs.KEY TOPICS:Highsmith begins by introducing the values and principles shared by virtually all agile software development methods. He presents detailed case studies from organizations that have used them, as well as interviews with each method's principal authors or leading practitioners. Next, he takes a closer look at the key features and techniques associated with each major Agile approach: Extreme Programming (XP), Crystal Methods, Scrum, Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM), Lean Development, Adaptive Software Development (ASD), and Feature-Driven Development (FDD). In Part III, Highsmith offers practical advice on customizing the optimal agile discipline for your own organization.MARKET:For all software developers, project managers, and other IT professionals seeking more flexible, effective approaches to developing software.

Book Promising Practices for Strengthening the Regional STEM Workforce Development Ecosystem

Download or read book Promising Practices for Strengthening the Regional STEM Workforce Development Ecosystem written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-02-12 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: U.S. strength in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines has formed the basis of innovations, technologies, and industries that have spurred the nation's economic growth throughout the last 150 years. Universities are essential to the creation and transfer of new knowledge that drives innovation. This knowledge moves out of the university and into broader society in several ways â€" through highly skilled graduates (i.e. human capital); academic publications; and the creation of new products, industries, and companies via the commercialization of scientific breakthroughs. Despite this, our understanding of how universities receive, interpret, and respond to industry signaling demands for STEM-trained workers is far from complete. Promising Practices for Strengthening the Regional STEM Workforce Development Ecosystem reviews the extent to which universities and employers in five metropolitan communities (Phoenix, Arizona; Cleveland, Ohio; Montgomery, Alabama; Los Angeles, California; and Fargo, North Dakota) collaborate successfully to align curricula, labs, and other undergraduate educational experiences with current and prospective regional STEM workforce needs. This report focuses on how to create the kind of university-industry collaboration that promotes higher quality college and university course offerings, lab activities, applied learning experiences, work-based learning programs, and other activities that enable students to acquire knowledge, skills, and attributes they need to be successful in the STEM workforce. The recommendations and findings presented will be most relevant to educators, policy makers, and industry leaders.

Book CFX

    CFX

    Book Details:
  • Author : Penelope I.
  • Publisher : Xspurts.com
  • Release : 2024-03-14
  • ISBN : 1779701020
  • Pages : 184 pages

Download or read book CFX written by Penelope I. and published by Xspurts.com. This book was released on 2024-03-14 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Network ◦ Existing regulations ◦ Navigating Regulatory Compliance ◦ The Role of Regulation in Blockchain TechnologyDiscover the exciting world of Conflux Network with this meticulously detailed guide -"CFX: Introduction to Conflux Network". This comprehensive book offers you an in-depth understanding of the principles driving the Conflux Network along with an introduction to its architecture, technical features, and ecosystem. Start your journey by learning the philosophy behind the network, along with the basics of Blockchain and the unique place Conflux Network holds within this realm. Progress further to grasp the complex technical details including the revolutionary Tree-Graph Structure, Conflux Cycle mechanism, and the network's cross chain compatibility.Explore the vibrant ecosystem of Conflux, gain insights about stakeholders, and understand how this network supports its growth. Understand the numerous use cases and real-world applications of CFX, including audience interaction, secure payment, and decentralized applications. Also, compare Conflux Network's prowess and the differences with Ethereum.Unveil the mysterious world of CFX token, delve into its nitty-gritty and distribution, and comprehend its uses. You can also acquaint yourself with the Conflux Network development tools, including Conflux Studio, JavaScript SDK, and Rust SDK. A hands-on guide also prepares you to hit the ground running, teaching you how to install a Conflux Wallet, understand cryptocurrency exchanges that support CFX, and manage your CFX tokens.This book also covers smart contracts on Conflux, community advocacy, future perspectives of Conflux, staking and mining mechanisms, privacy and security features, and the regulatory framework around Conflux Network. "CFX: Introduction to Conflux Network" is the perfect companion for anyone interested in blockchain technology, Conflux Network's operations, and its future potential. It is an essential guide for both blockchain enthusiasts and those keen on understanding this dynamic sector in a comprehensive and effective way. Get your copy now to delve into this remarkable blockchain network.

Book Python for the Busy Java Developer

Download or read book Python for the Busy Java Developer written by Deepak Sarda and published by Apress. This book was released on 2017-11-24 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a seasoned Java developer who wishes to learn Python? Perhaps you’ve just joined a project where a chunk of system integration code is written in Python. Or maybe you need to implement a report generation module in the next sprint and your colleague mentioned that Python would be the perfect tool for the job. In any case, if you are in a situation where you have to pick up the Python programming language overnight, this book is just for you! Hit the ground running and gain a fast-paced overview of what the Python language is all about, the syntax that it uses and the ecosystem of libraries and tools that surround the language. This concise book doesn’t spend time on details from an introductory programming course or document every single Python feature. Instead, Python for the Busy Java Developer is designed for experienced Java developers to obtain sufficient familiarity with the language and dive into coding, quickly. What You'll Learn Discover the fundamentals of the core Python language and how they compare to Java Understand Python syntax and the differences between Python 2.x and 3.x Explore the Python ecosystem, its standard libraries, and how to implement them Who This Book Is For Working programmers who are comfortable with Java or another object-oriented programming language such as C#

Book Build Better Chatbots

Download or read book Build Better Chatbots written by Rashid Khan and published by Apress. This book was released on 2017-12-13 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn best practices for building bots by focusing on the technological implementation and UX in this practical book. You will cover key topics such as setting up a development environment for creating chatbots for multiple channels (Facebook Messenger, Skype, and KiK); building a chatbot (design to implementation); integrating to IFTT (If This Then That) and IoT (Internet of Things); carrying out analytics and metrics for chatbots; and most importantly monetizing models and business sense for chatbots. Build Better Chatbots is easy to follow with code snippets provided in the book and complete code open sourced and available to download. With Facebook opening up its Messenger platform for developers, followed by Microsoft opening up Skype for development, a new channel has emerged for brands to acquire, engage, and service customers on chat with chatbots. What You Will Learn Work with the bot development life cycle Master bot UX design Integrate into the bot ecosystem Maximize the business and monetization potential for bots Who This Book Is For Developers, programmers, and hobbyists who have basic programming knowledge. The book can be used by existing chatbot developers to gain a better understanding of analytics and the business side of bots.

Book Software Business

Download or read book Software Business written by Arto Ojala and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-10-20 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Software Business, ICSOB 2017, held in Essen, Germany, in June 2017. The 11 full papers and 5 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 30 submissions. They were organized in topical sections named: software startups and platform governance; software business development; software ecosystems and App stores.

Book Developer Ecosystem The Ultimate Step By Step Guide

Download or read book Developer Ecosystem The Ultimate Step By Step Guide written by Gerardus Blokdyk and published by . This book was released on with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Developer Ecosystem the Ultimate Step By Step Guide

Download or read book Developer Ecosystem the Ultimate Step By Step Guide written by Gerardus Blokdyk and published by 5starcooks. This book was released on 2018-04-16 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Which customers cant participate in our Developer Ecosystem domain because they lack skills, wealth, or convenient access to existing solutions? Have the types of risks that may impact Developer Ecosystem been identified and analyzed? Is a fully trained team formed, supported, and committed to work on the Developer Ecosystem improvements? What tools and technologies are needed for a custom Developer Ecosystem project? What are all of our Developer Ecosystem domains and what do they do? Defining, designing, creating, and implementing a process to solve a challenge or meet an objective is the most valuable role... In EVERY group, company, organization and department. Unless you are talking a one-time, single-use project, there should be a process. Whether that process is managed and implemented by humans, AI, or a combination of the two, it needs to be designed by someone with a complex enough perspective to ask the right questions. Someone capable of asking the right questions and step back and say, 'What are we really trying to accomplish here? And is there a different way to look at it?' This Self-Assessment empowers people to do just that - whether their title is entrepreneur, manager, consultant, (Vice-)President, CxO etc... - they are the people who rule the future. They are the person who asks the right questions to make Developer Ecosystem investments work better. This Developer Ecosystem All-Inclusive Self-Assessment enables You to be that person. All the tools you need to an in-depth Developer Ecosystem Self-Assessment. Featuring 701 new and updated case-based questions, organized into seven core areas of process design, this Self-Assessment will help you identify areas in which Developer Ecosystem improvements can be made. In using the questions you will be better able to: - diagnose Developer Ecosystem projects, initiatives, organizations, businesses and processes using accepted diagnostic standards and practices - implement evidence-based best practice strategies aligned with overall goals - integrate recent advances in Developer Ecosystem and process design strategies into practice according to best practice guidelines Using a Self-Assessment tool known as the Developer Ecosystem Scorecard, you will develop a clear picture of which Developer Ecosystem areas need attention. Your purchase includes access details to the Developer Ecosystem self-assessment dashboard download which gives you your dynamically prioritized projects-ready tool and shows your organization exactly what to do next. Your exclusive instant access details can be found in your book.

Book Software Business

Download or read book Software Business written by Andrey Maglyas and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-06-06 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Software Business, ICSOB 2016, held in Ljubljana, Slovenia, in June 2016. Software business refers to commercial activities in and around the software industry aimed at generating income from the delivery of software products and services. The theme of the event was "Software as a New Way of Providing Cutting-edge Solutions". The 10 full and 5 short papers for ICSOB were selected from 38 submissions. The papers span a wide range of issues related to contemporary software business, ranging from strategic aspects to operational challenges. The strong presence of software ecosystem papers confirms the importance of this topic and influence on software business. In addition, a short abstract of the key note by Peter Lick and Hans-Bernd Kittlaus is also included.

Book Palm webOS

    Book Details:
  • Author : Mitch Allen
  • Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • Release : 2009-07-28
  • ISBN : 1449379230
  • Pages : 460 pages

Download or read book Palm webOS written by Mitch Allen and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2009-07-28 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Note from the Author and from O'Reilly Media about what this bookdoes--and doesn't--do: Palm webOS is a brand new platform and represents a very different type ofoperating system where the web runtime is used as the basis for the UI andApplication model. Palm and O'Reilly felt that it was important to have abook available to help developers get a basic understanding of the new Palmplatform at the time that the SDK was released; this timing played a majorrole in the content and structure of the book. Ideally this book would have been a complete reference of the new platformbut that wasn't possible since the content was written at the same time asthe software SDK was being developed by the Palm engineering team. The bookdoes provide a complete overview of Palm webOS, a thorough description ofthe application model and gives details on many key design concepts. Thereare descriptions and examples of UI widgets, services, storage,notifications, dashboards and background applications, serving as a greatintroduction but not as a definitive source. The book uses a simple News reader application to illustrate the technicaldescriptions but the examples are not intended to serve as a cookbooktutorial. Experienced developers should be able to use the examples to buildup a working application chapter by chapter but others may not find theloose descriptions adequate for recreating the application unaided. Overtime, these different needs will be filled by other books, but in themeantime we hope that this book will serve a valuable role introducingdevelopers to webOS and giving them a way of getting started with webOSapplication development. A second printing of the book will update any original coverage obsoleted bysubsequent Mojo SDK builds. For owners of the original printing of the book,all of these updates are posted on the "View/Submit Errata" link (please seeleft-hand column of this web page). Thanks for understanding that book publishing and coverage of rapidly movingtechnologies can sometimes be an inexact science; we knew there'd be a needfor a book such as Palm webOS: The Insider's Guide to DevelopingApplications in JavaScript using the Palm MojoT Framework, and there'scertainly no better person to write that book that Mitch Allen; that said,we understand that because it is such a new operating system and SDK, therewould (and will continue to be) changes that at best can't be documented andexplored until new printings of the books are released. In the meantime wewill be diligent in posting updates to this book's O'Reilly Media catalogpage. DescriptionThis is the official guide to building native JavaScript applications for Palm's new mobile operating system, Palm® webOS™. Written by Palm's software chief technology officer along with the Palm webOS development team, Palm webOS provides a complete tutorial on the design principles, architecture, UI, tools, and services necessary to develop webOS applications-including the Mojo JavaScript framework and Palm's SDK. Palm webOS is designed to support a fast and superb user experience using established web standards, so if you're familiar with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, you're ready to build applications for any webOS-based device, including the Palm Pre. You'll gain expertise, chapter by chapter, as you build a working mobile application through the course of the book. You'll also learn how to extend existing web apps to work with the new generation of mobile phones. Get a thorough overview of the webOS platform and architecture Understand the critical concepts for application design: what separates webOS from other web and mobile platforms Learn the details of Mojo's development tools and SDK for building and testing mobile applications Examine best practices, important considerations, and guiding principles for developing with webOS and the Mojo framework

Book Development with the Force com Platform

Download or read book Development with the Force com Platform written by Jason Ouellette and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2009-10-06 with total page 579 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foreword by Craig Weissman, CTO, Salesforce.com Build Cloud-Based Enterprise Applications Fast–and Drive More Value at Lower Cost! Using the Force.com platform, enterprise developers can build and deploy powerful applications far more rapidly than traditional J2EE, Microsoft .NET, or LAMP technology stacks permit. With a free subscription to the Force.com platform, developers can build apps that solve virtually any enterprise challenge with remarkable value, scalability, and reliability. This is the first book that brings together all the practical, technical guidance you need to make the most of Force.com in your own custom enterprise applications. Leading Force.com developer Jason Ouellette helps you identify suitable uses for Force.com and provides all the insights and sample code needed to rapidly prototype, deploy, and integrate with production-quality Force.com applications. Ouellette provides realistic code examples at every step, emphasizing maintainability, flexibility, and interoperability throughout. Writing for developers, architects, and analysts, he shows how to • Create custom enterprise apps on Force.com in days or weeks, not months or years • Leverage Force.com’s extensive capabilities for storing, managing, and securing data • Quickly create sophisticated business logic with the Apex programming language • Use Visualforce to construct custom user interfaces • Establish automated or semiautomated workflows • Implement Ajax behaviors without writing JavaScript code or learning new JavaScript libraries • Integrate Force.com-based data and processes with other applications, inside and outside the platform • Display reports as state-of-the-art dashboards • Integrate Force.com applications with existing Single Sign-On systems This book’s extensive sample code may be downloaded from Force.com AppExchange at http://sites.force.com/appexchange/listingDetail?listingId=a0N30000001SS3rEAG

Book Construction 4 0

    Book Details:
  • Author : Anil Sawhney
  • Publisher : Routledge
  • Release : 2020-02-06
  • ISBN : 0429675119
  • Pages : 527 pages

Download or read book Construction 4 0 written by Anil Sawhney and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modelled on the concept of Industry 4.0, the idea of Construction 4.0 is based on a confluence of trends and technologies that promise to reshape the way built environment assets are designed, constructed, and operated. With the pervasive use of Building Information Modelling (BIM), lean principles, digital technologies, and offsite construction, the industry is at the cusp of this transformation. The critical challenge is the fragmented state of teaching, research, and professional practice in the built environment sector. This handbook aims to overcome this fragmentation by describing Construction 4.0 in the context of its current state, emerging trends and technologies, and the people and process issues that surround the coming transformation. Construction 4.0 is a framework that is a confluence and convergence of the following broad themes discussed in this book: Industrial production (prefabrication, 3D printing and assembly, offsite manufacture) Cyber-physical systems (actuators, sensors, IoT, robots, cobots, drones) Digital and computing technologies (BIM, video and laser scanning, AI and cloud computing, big data and data analytics, reality capture, Blockchain, simulation, augmented reality, data standards and interoperability, and vertical and horizontal integration) The aim of this handbook is to describe the Construction 4.0 framework and consequently highlight the resultant processes and practices that allow us to plan, design, deliver, and operate built environment assets more effectively and efficiently by focusing on the physical-to-digital transformation and then digital-to-physical transformation. This book is essential reading for all built environment and AEC stakeholders who need to get to grips with the technological transformations currently shaping their industry, research, and teaching.

Book Developer s Dilemma

Download or read book Developer s Dilemma written by Casey O'Donnell and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2014-11-21 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step inside the shoes of video game creators in this fascinating look at game development—and how it can inform our understanding of work. Rank-and-file game developers bring videogames from concept to product, and yet their work is almost invisible, hidden behind the famous names of publishers, executives, or console manufacturers. In this book, Casey O’Donnell examines the creative collaborative practice of typical game developers. His investigation of why game developers work the way they do sheds light on our understanding of work, the organization of work, and the market forces that shape (and are shaped by) media industries. O’Donnell shows that the ability to play with the underlying systems—technical, conceptual, and social—is at the core of creative and collaborative practice, which is central to the New Economy. When access to underlying systems is undermined, so too is creative collaborative process. Drawing on extensive fieldwork in game studios in the United States and India, O’Donnell stakes out new territory empirically, conceptually, and methodologically. Mimicking the structure of videogames, the book is divided into worlds, within which are levels; and each world ends with a boss fight, a “rant” about lessons learned and tools mastered. O’Donnell describes the process of videogame development from pre-production through production, considering such aspects as experimental systems, “socially mandatory” overtime, and the perpetual startup machine that exhausts young, initially enthusiastic workers. He links work practice to broader systems of publishing, manufacturing, and distribution; introduces the concept of a privileged “actor-intra-internetwork”; and describes patent and copyright enforcement by industry and the state.

Book Workforce Ecosystems

Download or read book Workforce Ecosystems written by Elizabeth J. Altman and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2023-04-11 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pioneering guide to understanding and leading workforce ecosystems, which include not only traditional employees, contractors, and gig workers, but also partner and complementor organizations that work with companies to accomplish enterprise and individual goals. Who is your workforce? This was a simple question when most organizations focused on hiring full- and part-time employees, but now organizations engage with both internal and external collaborators including subcontractors, freelancers, app developers, marketplace sellers, and others. As technology enables new, more efficient forms of working, and roles become more project- and outcomes-based, workforces are evolving into workforce ecosystems requiring updated strategies, leadership, and management practices. Workforce Ecosystems by Elizabeth J. Altman, David Kiron, Jeff Schwartz, and Robin Jones is an essential research-driven framework for leading these complex, interconnected workforces. Drawing on case studies, worldwide surveys, and extensive interviews with C-suite executives and senior leaders from Amazon, IBM, Mayo Clinic, NASA, Nike, Roche, Unilever, the US Army, Walmart, and others, the authors explore what workforce ecosystems are and how to navigate their unique challenges and opportunities. Practical and field-tested, Workforce Ecosystems will prepare leaders to identify distinguishing characteristics of workforce ecosystems; take advantage of their increasing relevance as the world becomes more interconnected and technology-enabled; refine business strategies to incorporate them; focus leadership, management practices, and technologies to leverage them; and traverse the ethical, societal, and public policy considerations of workforce ecosystems.