Introduction to Computing with Pascal
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Author Description
Unique in combining a mathematically sound introduction to computing with an introduction to the Pascal language, this text is well suited to the needs and length of an introductory programming course. The book also introduces topics of general interest in computing including algorithms and their efficiency, searching and sorting, termination and verification of programs, and abstract data types.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the intersection of formal mathematical principles and practical programming implementation using the Pascal language. Norman L. Biggs, a mathematician, provides a structured framework that bridges theoretical computer science concepts with executable code. The book utilizes the Pascal language as a vehicle to demonstrate fundamental computational logic, ensuring that students grasp the underlying mechanics of software development alongside syntax.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Mathematical foundations of computing and algorithmic logic
- Practical implementation of the Pascal programming language
- Analysis of algorithm efficiency, searching, and sorting techniques
- Theoretical concepts including program termination, verification, and abstract data types
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a foundational text for students seeking a rigorous, mathematically-oriented introduction to programming. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which prioritizes conceptual clarity over modern rapid-development paradigms.
Page Count:
230
Publication Date:
1989-07-27
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198537565
ISBN-13:
9780198537564
textbook
Computer Science
Programming
Mathematics
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