Learning Programming using MATLAB (Synthesis Lectures on Electrical Engineering) [Paperback]

Khalid Sayood (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1598291424 | ISBN-13: 978-1598291421 | Publication Date: December 8, 2006 | Edition: 1

This book is intended for anyone trying to learn the fundamentals of computer programming. The chapters lead the reader through the various steps required for writing a program, introducing the MATLABr® constructs in the process. MATLABr® is used to teach programming because it has a simple programming environment. It has a low initial overhead which allows the novice programmer to begin programming immediately and allows the users to easily debug their programs. This is especially useful for people who have a "mental block" about computers. Although MATLABr® is a high-level language and interactive environment that enables the user to perform computationally intensive tasks faster than with traditional programming languages such as C, C++, and Fortran, the author shows that it can also be used as a programming learning tool for novices. There are a number of exercises at the end of each chapter which should help users become comfortable with the language.

Product Details

• Paperback: 88 pages
• Publisher: Morgan and Claypool Publishers; 1 edition (December 8, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598291424
• ISBN-13: 978-1598291421
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,111,792 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)