Mcanlis , Aleks Haeky , John Brooks
Understanding Compression: Data Compression for Modern Developers
- ISBN 13:
- 9781491961537
- author:
- Mcanlis , Aleks Haeky , John Brooks
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- O8242Reilly
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 242
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 1.3 x 23.3 cm
- Genre:
- Computing & Internet, Computer Science, Architecture & Microprocessors, Mcanlis, Aleks Haeky, John Brooks,Understanding Compression: Data Compression for Modern Developers,OÔǦReilly,1491961538,Computing: Professional & Programming,Data Modeling & De
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Description
Understanding Compression Data Compression for Modern Developers by Colt McAnlis and Aleks Haecky To deliver fast and efficient mobile services, you need to compress multimedia data into smaller files without compromising quality. This book helps you understand the fundamentals of data compression algorithms, so you can choose the right tool for your needs. You'll learn about variable-length codes, statistical compression, arithmetic numerical coding, dictionary encodings, and context modeling, as well as tradeoffs between file size and quality when choosing image compressors. By understanding these concepts, you'll be able to make informed decisions about data compression and give yourself a competitive edge in the market. With clear explanations, tables, diagrams, and minimal math, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to data compression for modern developers.