Title:
Understanding computation / Tom Stuart.
Author:
Stuart, Tom, 1979- author.
Publication Information:
Sebastopol, CA : O'Reilly, [2013]
©2013
Call Number:
QA76.6 .S879 2013
Abstract:
This book is for programmers who are curious about programming languages and the theory of computation, especially those who don't have a formal background in mathematics or computer science. It's for those who are interested in the mind-expanding parts of computer science that deal with programs, languages, and machines, but are discouraged by the mathematical language that's often used to explain them. Instead of complex notation, the book uses working code to illustrate theoretical ideas and turn them into interactive experiments that readers can explore at their own pace.
Electronic Access:
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Edition:
First edition.
ISBN:
9781449329273
9781449330118
Physical Description:
x, 317 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Just enough Ruby -- The meaning of programs -- The simplest computers -- Just add power -- The ultimate machine -- Programming with nothing -- Universality is everywhere -- Impossible programs -- Programming in Toyland.
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