Connector Program Presentation for OneNS CoalitionHalifax PartnershipThis presentation was put together for the OneNS Coalition and presented on Friday, November 14, 2014.
Workshops Red ArgenTIna IT 2015 - Propuesta de SponsoreoCESSI ArgentinaMás información sobre los workshops 2015 en www.redargentinait.com
Effective and Efficient Entity Search in RDF dataRoi BlancoTriple stores have long provided RDF storage as well as data access using expressive, formal query languages such as SPARQL. The new end users of the Semantic Web, however, are mostly unaware of SPARQL and overwhelmingly prefer imprecise, informal keyword queries for searching over data. At the same time, the amount of data on the Semantic Web is approaching the limits of the architectures that provide support for the full expressivity of SPARQL. These factors combined have led to an increased interest in semantic search, i.e. access to RDF data using Information Retrieval methods. In this work, we propose a method for effective and efficient entity search over RDF data. We describe an adaptation of the BM25F ranking function for RDF data, and demonstrate that it outperforms other state-of-the-art methods in ranking RDF resources. We also propose a set of new index structures for efficient retrieval and ranking of results. We implement these results using the open-source MG4J framework.
bjjkKrunal ShahThis document summarizes a research paper that examines trends in working capital management and its impact on the performance of small manufacturing firms in Mauritius. It discusses how working capital management is important for business liquidity and profitability. The paper aims to analyze the relationship between working capital metrics like inventory days, receivables days, payables days, and cash conversion cycle on the profitability of 58 small manufacturing firms in Mauritius from 1998-2003. Specifically, it finds that higher investment in inventory and receivables is associated with lower profitability.
Integrating Customary and Statutory Systems. The struggle to develop a Legal ...Verina IngramIntegrating Customary and Statutory Systems. The struggle to develop a Legal and Policy Framework for NTFPs in Cameroon
PresAndrey LThis document discusses the box model for building websites, including the use of color, content dimensions, padding, borders, and margins. It explains that every element generates a rectangular box and describes how to specify the width and height of content, as well as the padding, borders, and margins around elements using CSS properties. Shorthand properties are available to efficiently set multiple side values at once for padding, borders, and margins.
Oct 31 Leah VestalThis document provides guidance for teachers on how to help more students become proficient readers through explicit instruction. It emphasizes explicitly modeling reading strategies and comprehension skills for students during mini-lessons. Teachers are advised to provide guided and independent practice opportunities aligned with the verbs in eligible content standards. Formative assessment methods like sticky notes are recommended to check students' understanding during reading. The document stresses balancing PSSA preparation with developing strategic readers through a reader's workshop approach and integrated repeated practice of skills.
L.L. Bean Maine Hunting BootjessradioL.L. Bean is a company that has been in business since 1912 and is known for its customer service philosophy of treating customers like human beings. The document discusses how L.L. Bean's focus on customer service and selling good merchandise at a reasonable profit has allowed it to succeed for over 100 years while competitors have failed when they lose sight of prioritizing customers.
Maximilian tPearsallMaxMaximilian T. Pearsall is a 16-year-old junior at Hatboro-Horsham high school who also attends a tech school for automotive technology. His interests include the military, automobiles, airsoft, and hanging out with friends. He hopes to become a mechanic. In 10 years, Google will show that he graduated high school, served 8 years in the Marine Corps, and is now in the reserves while attending the NASCAR program at UTI.
Help, my security officer doesn’t trust me v0.4Frank BreedijkPresentation about how to get buy in Security on doing DevOp A.k.a. DevOp in stead of BevOps
Entity Linking via Graph-Distance MinimizationRoi BlancoEntity-linking is a natural-language--processing task that consists in identifying strings of text that refer to a particular
item in some reference knowledge base.
One instance of entity-linking can be formalized as an optimization problem on the underlying concept graph, where the quantity to be optimized is the average distance between chosen items.
Inspired by this application, we define a new graph problem which is a natural variant of the Maximum Capacity Representative Set. We prove that our problem is NP-hard for general graphs; nonetheless, it turns out to be solvable in linear time under some more restrictive assumptions. For the general case, we propose several heuristics: one of these tries to enforce the above assumptions while the others try to optimize similar easier objective functions; we show experimentally how these approaches perform with respect to some baselines on a real-world dataset.
Rawroot(Indesign Draft)2mayonnCurtis Ross is a chef who developed the Africala cooking style, which blends African, Caribbean, and Latin American cuisines. He grew up surrounded by fresh ingredients in Trinidad and began learning cooking from his herbalist parents. Ross has since traveled extensively, learning techniques from places like Africa, Costa Rica, and Nigeria. His Raw Roots cooking sessions provide specialized nutrition education, preparing unique dishes that enhance flavor and health. Sessions include shopping, food preparation, and cultural discussions. The goal is to help clients improve their relationship with food and address dietary challenges.
A GREATER Halifax: 2011-16 Economic Strategy for HalifaxHalifax PartnershipThe document presents Halifax's 2011-2016 economic strategy. It outlines the strategy's vision, approach, goals, and implementation process. Over 330 stakeholders provided input through consultations. The strategy aims to make Halifax an international city with business and talent growth through regional center development, improving the business climate, developing talent, building the international brand, and maximizing opportunities. Implementation teams will oversee goals and the Halifax Index will track outcomes. Regional Council endorsement of the strategy is recommended.
What is effective technology integration for 21st centurycaptainpillerThe document discusses effective technology integration for 21st century learners. It notes that 21st century learners are taught skills like creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration. The goal is for students to effectively use and analyze information, media, and technology. It starts with teachers learning and using new skills while being supported to make changes. When implemented properly, it results in students who can effectively use technology in complex situations.
Searching over the past, present and futureRoi BlancoSome ideas on how the time axis affects web search and how we can exploit automatically extracting temporal expressions in documents for search.
Build Great Apps on Android - Boris Chan - FITC Spotlight AndroidBoris Chan1. The document discusses building apps for the fragmented Android ecosystem. It recommends understanding Android fragmentation and using Holo guidelines to provide a consistent experience.
2. Holo aims to unify the Android UI through principles like simplicity, beauty, and empowering users. The document reviews Holo and discusses challenges like backwards compatibility.
3. It provides tips for designing within the fragmented Android environment, including following Pure Android patterns and not mimicking other platforms. The key is understanding users, platforms, and using libraries to support older versions.
#ForoEGovAR | Plan de Modernización del EstadoCESSI ArgentinaDocumento presentado por Andrés Ibarra, Ministro de Modernización de la Nación, en el Foro Argentino de Transformación Digital, organizado por CESSI y la United Nations University (UNU_EGOV). Buenos Aires, 7 de marzo de 2016.
Albany Bassmasters Meeting Minutes - February 2011Felix OrtizThe document provides the February 2012 newsletter for the Albany Area Bassmasters club. It includes a message from the President discussing the upcoming meeting and presentations. The meeting minutes summarize discussions on club finances, tournaments, and a past "Fish Talk" on flipping technique. The next meeting will feature a presentation on using fluorocarbon line on spinning reels and smallmouth bass tactics by Angler of the Year Al Maher.
#ForoEGovAR | Plataforma UNKSOC.ORG y Desarrollo de la ComunidadCESSI ArgentinaDocumento elaborado por Joao A. Carvalho, Tomasz Janowski y Elsa Estevez con motivo del Foro Argentino de Transformación Digital, organizado por CESSI y la United Nations University (UNU_EGOV). Buenos Aires, 7 de marzo de 2016.
Englishtestunit73 eso d-2VickyThe document contains an English test with questions about vocabulary, grammar, and a reading comprehension passage. The vocabulary questions cover natural disasters, words related to boats and the Titanic, and describing a school. The grammar questions involve articles, quantifiers, and past tense verbs. The reading passage is about a 5.2 magnitude earthquake in Lorca, Spain that killed at least 10 people and damaged many buildings.
Greater Halifax Partnership: A Catalyst for Economic GrowthHalifax PartnershipThe Greater Halifax Partnership is a catalyst for economic growth and confidence in Greater Halifax, the economic hub of Atlantic Canada.
We have deep insight into the city’s emerging trends and changing needs because of committed involvement and unequalled private sector investment, and government support. Staying one step ahead of opportunities and issues, we mobilize resources to accelerate the economic growth of Greater Halifax.
Oct 31 Leah VestalThis document provides guidance for teachers on how to help more students become proficient readers through explicit instruction. It emphasizes explicitly modeling reading strategies and comprehension skills for students during mini-lessons. Teachers are advised to provide guided and independent practice opportunities aligned with the verbs in eligible content standards. Formative assessment methods like sticky notes are recommended to check students' understanding during reading. The document stresses balancing PSSA preparation with developing strategic readers through a reader's workshop approach and integrated repeated practice of skills.
L.L. Bean Maine Hunting BootjessradioL.L. Bean is a company that has been in business since 1912 and is known for its customer service philosophy of treating customers like human beings. The document discusses how L.L. Bean's focus on customer service and selling good merchandise at a reasonable profit has allowed it to succeed for over 100 years while competitors have failed when they lose sight of prioritizing customers.
Maximilian tPearsallMaxMaximilian T. Pearsall is a 16-year-old junior at Hatboro-Horsham high school who also attends a tech school for automotive technology. His interests include the military, automobiles, airsoft, and hanging out with friends. He hopes to become a mechanic. In 10 years, Google will show that he graduated high school, served 8 years in the Marine Corps, and is now in the reserves while attending the NASCAR program at UTI.
Help, my security officer doesn’t trust me v0.4Frank BreedijkPresentation about how to get buy in Security on doing DevOp A.k.a. DevOp in stead of BevOps
Entity Linking via Graph-Distance MinimizationRoi BlancoEntity-linking is a natural-language--processing task that consists in identifying strings of text that refer to a particular
item in some reference knowledge base.
One instance of entity-linking can be formalized as an optimization problem on the underlying concept graph, where the quantity to be optimized is the average distance between chosen items.
Inspired by this application, we define a new graph problem which is a natural variant of the Maximum Capacity Representative Set. We prove that our problem is NP-hard for general graphs; nonetheless, it turns out to be solvable in linear time under some more restrictive assumptions. For the general case, we propose several heuristics: one of these tries to enforce the above assumptions while the others try to optimize similar easier objective functions; we show experimentally how these approaches perform with respect to some baselines on a real-world dataset.
Rawroot(Indesign Draft)2mayonnCurtis Ross is a chef who developed the Africala cooking style, which blends African, Caribbean, and Latin American cuisines. He grew up surrounded by fresh ingredients in Trinidad and began learning cooking from his herbalist parents. Ross has since traveled extensively, learning techniques from places like Africa, Costa Rica, and Nigeria. His Raw Roots cooking sessions provide specialized nutrition education, preparing unique dishes that enhance flavor and health. Sessions include shopping, food preparation, and cultural discussions. The goal is to help clients improve their relationship with food and address dietary challenges.
A GREATER Halifax: 2011-16 Economic Strategy for HalifaxHalifax PartnershipThe document presents Halifax's 2011-2016 economic strategy. It outlines the strategy's vision, approach, goals, and implementation process. Over 330 stakeholders provided input through consultations. The strategy aims to make Halifax an international city with business and talent growth through regional center development, improving the business climate, developing talent, building the international brand, and maximizing opportunities. Implementation teams will oversee goals and the Halifax Index will track outcomes. Regional Council endorsement of the strategy is recommended.
What is effective technology integration for 21st centurycaptainpillerThe document discusses effective technology integration for 21st century learners. It notes that 21st century learners are taught skills like creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration. The goal is for students to effectively use and analyze information, media, and technology. It starts with teachers learning and using new skills while being supported to make changes. When implemented properly, it results in students who can effectively use technology in complex situations.
Searching over the past, present and futureRoi BlancoSome ideas on how the time axis affects web search and how we can exploit automatically extracting temporal expressions in documents for search.
Build Great Apps on Android - Boris Chan - FITC Spotlight AndroidBoris Chan1. The document discusses building apps for the fragmented Android ecosystem. It recommends understanding Android fragmentation and using Holo guidelines to provide a consistent experience.
2. Holo aims to unify the Android UI through principles like simplicity, beauty, and empowering users. The document reviews Holo and discusses challenges like backwards compatibility.
3. It provides tips for designing within the fragmented Android environment, including following Pure Android patterns and not mimicking other platforms. The key is understanding users, platforms, and using libraries to support older versions.
#ForoEGovAR | Plan de Modernización del EstadoCESSI ArgentinaDocumento presentado por Andrés Ibarra, Ministro de Modernización de la Nación, en el Foro Argentino de Transformación Digital, organizado por CESSI y la United Nations University (UNU_EGOV). Buenos Aires, 7 de marzo de 2016.
Albany Bassmasters Meeting Minutes - February 2011Felix OrtizThe document provides the February 2012 newsletter for the Albany Area Bassmasters club. It includes a message from the President discussing the upcoming meeting and presentations. The meeting minutes summarize discussions on club finances, tournaments, and a past "Fish Talk" on flipping technique. The next meeting will feature a presentation on using fluorocarbon line on spinning reels and smallmouth bass tactics by Angler of the Year Al Maher.
#ForoEGovAR | Plataforma UNKSOC.ORG y Desarrollo de la ComunidadCESSI ArgentinaDocumento elaborado por Joao A. Carvalho, Tomasz Janowski y Elsa Estevez con motivo del Foro Argentino de Transformación Digital, organizado por CESSI y la United Nations University (UNU_EGOV). Buenos Aires, 7 de marzo de 2016.
Englishtestunit73 eso d-2VickyThe document contains an English test with questions about vocabulary, grammar, and a reading comprehension passage. The vocabulary questions cover natural disasters, words related to boats and the Titanic, and describing a school. The grammar questions involve articles, quantifiers, and past tense verbs. The reading passage is about a 5.2 magnitude earthquake in Lorca, Spain that killed at least 10 people and damaged many buildings.
Greater Halifax Partnership: A Catalyst for Economic GrowthHalifax PartnershipThe Greater Halifax Partnership is a catalyst for economic growth and confidence in Greater Halifax, the economic hub of Atlantic Canada.
We have deep insight into the city’s emerging trends and changing needs because of committed involvement and unequalled private sector investment, and government support. Staying one step ahead of opportunities and issues, we mobilize resources to accelerate the economic growth of Greater Halifax.