How to Solve it by Computer
1982 book by R. G. Dromey
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How to Solve it by Computer is a computer science book by R. G. Dromey,[1] first published by Prentice-Hall in 1982. It is occasionally used as a textbook, especially in India.[2][3][4][5]
LanguageEnglish
PublisherPrentice Hall
Publication date
July 1, 1982Pages442
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Prentice Hall |
Publication date | July 1, 1982 |
| Pages | 442 |
| ISBN | 978-0134340012 |
It is an introduction to the whys of algorithms and data structures. Features of the book:
- The design factors associated with problems,
- The creative process behind coming up with innovative solutions for algorithms and data structures,
- The line of reasoning behind the constraints, factors and the design choices made.
The very fundamental algorithms portrayed by this book are mostly presented in pseudocode and/or Pascal notation.
See also
- How to Solve It, by George Pólya, the author's mentor and inspiration for writing the book.