Introduction to Computing and Algorithms 1st Edition

by Russel Shackelford (Author)

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This book prepares students for the world of computing by giving them a solid foundation in the "science" of computer science - algorithms. By taking an algorithm-based approach to the subject, this new book helps readers grasp overall concepts, rather than getting them bogged down with specific syntax details of a programming language that can become obsolete quickly. By working with algorithms from the start and applying the concepts to the real world, students will understand the power of computers as problem solving tools and learn to think like programmers.

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Introduction to Computing and Algorithms prepares students for the world of computing by giving them a solid foundation in the study of computer science--algorithms. By taking an algorithm-based approach to the subject, this new introductory text helps students grasp overall concepts, rather than getting them bogged down with specific syntax details of a programming language that can become obsolete. Students work with algorithms from the start and apply these ideas to real problems that computers can help solve. The benefit of this approach is that students will understand the power of computers as problem-solving tools, learn to think like programmers and gain an appreication of the computer science discipline.

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Introduces basic computing ideas, including essential algorithm constructs, software engineering, and certain foundational aspects of theory, tailored to students at a beginning level.
Using a "Java-like" pseudo-code, this text prepares students for learning how to program with an object-oriented language.
Provides a comprehensive lab manaual that introduces students to various software applications that they will use throughout their careers.
Reinforces key concepts with pedagogical features like "Food for Thought" sections and boxed definitions.

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Russell Shackelford is currently the Director of Lower Division Studies in The College of Computing at Georgia Tech. He holds various degrees in Computer Science, Education, and Psychology. His work is aimed at integrating research and practice concerning computing education, and at the development of computing tools and associated human methods for supporting education. Besides having a well-rounded education, Dr. Shackelford also loves baseball and occasionally can be found walking on the beach somewhere in Alabama.

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Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pearson; 1st edition (October 16, 1997)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 440 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0201314517
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0201314519
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.57 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.9 x 7.4 x 9 inches

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Garota da Gavea

The how to create a algorithm book I've waited for 30 years

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2010

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I started learning programming back in the day with FORTRAN IV. I hated with a passion. This idea of breaking down every task in its idiot's level drudgery so the computer would not mess up was just so tedious. And what were each and every step, anyways? I sucked at algorithms, bottom line. This book finally gives the reader a road map about how to organize and write a "recipe" so the computer will do what is supposed to do. And since it does not use any "real" computer language, these general principles can be applied to ANY language. Better still, it does not bog the student down with formatting and syntax issues (a great relief for those of us still suffering with PTSD from FORTRAN and cryptic error messages). If you think globally and autistic level detail is NOT your forte, this is the book for you.

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Guohong Chen

I love it so much.

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2017

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Jake

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2015

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G P

Mr. Black is misdirected on the point of the book

Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2000

If the title of this book was "Introduction to Programming", then I would wholeheartedly agree with Mr. Black below. Indeed, Dr. Shackelford does not teach programming in his book. Rather, he presents algorithms in a general sense, and algorithmic thought over programming practice is presented to the novice.
An adequate programming foundation begins with the trials and errors of learning one's first programming knowledge. Dr. Shackelford's book better preparesone for their first programming language experience, but is by no means a substitute for a programming language course if one's goal is to learn to program.
There are many that wish to gain a better knowledge of computing from a higher-level, theoretical standpoint. Also as an upper-level computer science theory TA at Georgia Tech, I realize the importance of being introduced to a concept in its high-level foundations, rather than in its gory details.
The CS curriculum at Tech is moving to Scheme as an introduction to computing and computer science. While I adamantly feel this is an excellent move on the part of the College of Computing, given their goal to output programmers from the school, I also feel some generalized theoretical foundations are lacking from the course that were present when it was taught with Dr. Shackelford's book.
Overall, if one is interested in grasping high-level algorithms and receiving a basic understanding of how computers process data and execute programs, then this book is wonderful. If, however, one is interested in coding VB applications in a couple of weeks, this book is not appropriate.

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Itoro E. Akpan Iquot

In part, this book made me what I am today, professionally

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2011

I was a student of Dr. Shackelford in 1997. I didn't even know how to turn on a computer when I first arrived in the US in 1993. In fact, I had never seen one but seeing a 2 year old having a command for it made me vow to learn how it worked.

I found the class difficult when I took it, so much so that I wanted to drop it and perhaps change majors/schools altogether. Thanks to Dr. Shackelford's encouragement though and offering students at the time a chance to retake the class the next semester and having their new grade replace the old one is what did it for me. I retook the class, had a better understanding of programming, thanks in part to the book, and came out with an A and eventually became a Teaching Assistant for the next 2 or 3 years. I graduated in 1999 and have been a web developer ever since. I have been privileged to not only work for fortune 500 companies but to also have my own freelance web development business.

I don't know if there have been any new editions to the book but based on the edition I used in 1997, I give the book 5 stars, not only for its content but because through this book, Dr. Shackelford has made me what I am today, professionally.

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space_ant@widat.de

Read this book and rule the galaxy (well, not quite but....)

Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 1999

I can only copy the other two reviewers. This book makes for an excellent....no, an awesome introduction into computing, algorithms and data structures (even OOP fundamentals are covered).
While this book is a textbook for computer science students it's neither dry to read nor hard to understand. There are several amusing or eye-opening anecdotes plus an excellent history section of how the alphabet developed (and with it book printing, etc.) and how programming influences our way of thinking.
On the technical side this book is the first I read that explained the inner workings of recursive functions in such a simple way that I wondered why there's so much mystery around recursion. Not to mention all the other things like ADTs, BSTs, debugging and so on.
Although this book uses pseudo-code for its explanations and exercises don't think of this as a disadvantage. In fact, it makes things easier to follow and makes for good exercises to convert the pseudo-code to real code to whatever language you're using.
Anyone who's programming should have read this book. Anyone who's going to learn programming MUST read this book (well, to be honest, you do not need to, but don't come crying if, after years, you read it and find out how much easier it would have been....).
So I give this book 5 Million stars, a hug and a big smile :)))

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scottg@helpsys.com

I finally "get it" after reading this book.

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 1998

After years of trying, this book has finally put the pieces together for me and helped me understand what's really going on in the world of computer engineering. There's no question in my mind that this book is a superior manual for engineering students and for non-programmers who need to understand computer engineering.
I'm a technical writer who took an introduction to computing class in college as well as Fortran and C. I've attended seminars on C and C++, have worked with software engineers, and have even documented APIs. But during all that instruction and effort, I've always felt as though the teachers or engineers were assuming some knowledge I didn't have.
Shackleford filled in that knowledge with a comprehensive description of computer engineering - its purpose, its application, and its effect. His manual teaches the true essence of the craft, providing a solid foundation for further understanding of programming languages, development techniques, and life in the computer age.
If this book had been used when I was in school, I would be a computer engineer today! Ouch!!

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