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Algorithmic Problem Solving

Algorithmic Problem Solving

Algorithmic Problem Solving Paperback - 2011

by Backhouse, Roland

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  • Title Algorithmic Problem Solving
  • Author Backhouse, Roland
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition [ Edition: first
  • Condition Used - Very good
  • Pages 432
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Wiley
  • Publication date 2011-10-31
  • Features Bibliography, Index, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # GOR006783378
  • ISBN 9780470684535 / 0470684534
  • Weight 1.6 lbs (0.73 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.9 in (23.11 x 18.80 x 2.29 cm)
  • Category Computers - Languages / Programming
  • Library of Congress subjects Problem solving, Computer algorithms
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2011022716
  • Dewey Decimal Code 005.1
  • Quantity available 1

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Reader reviews for Algorithmic Problem Solving

From the publisher

An entertaining and captivating way to learn the fundamentals of using algorithms to solve problems

The algorithmic approach to solving problems in computer technology is an essential tool. With this unique book, algorithm expert Roland Backhouse shares his four decades of experience to teach the fundamental principles of using algorithms to solve problems. Using fun and well-known puzzles to gradually introduce different aspects of algorithms in mathematics and computing. Backhouse presents a readable, entertaining, and energetic book that will motivate and challenge students to open their minds to the algorithmic nature of problem solving.

  • Provides a novel approach to the mathematics of problem solving focusing on the algorithmic nature of problem solving
  • Uses popular and entertaining puzzles to teach you different aspects of using algorithms to solve mathematical and computing challenges
  • Features a theory section that supports each of the puzzles presented throughout the book
  • Assumes only an elementary understanding of mathematics

About the author

Roland Backhouse leads the Foundations of Programming research group at the University of Nottingham. He returned to the UK in 1999 after spending 13 years in the Netherlands, 9 of which as professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (the institution that pioneered the style of reasoning and construction of programs that forms the basis for this book).
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