Isbn: 9781333034634 - algorithm derivation by transformations (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of algorithm derivation, exploring the process by which programmers transform abstract problem specifications into efficient and correct programs. The author examines the historical struggle to make programming more systematic and less reliant on intuition, tracing the development of techniques like structured programming and high-level languages. The book argues that, while these tools are valuable, they often fail to capture the essence of programming. The author proposes a solution: a transformational programming system that would guide programmers through a series of well-defined, correctness-preserving transformations, starting with a high-level problem specification and culminating in a low-level, executable program. The book analyzes various techniques that could be incorporated into such a system, including formal differentiation, backtracking, recursion optimization, and the elimination of nondeterminism. Through detailed case studies of the topological sorting and the eight queens problems, the author demonstrates the potential of this approach for constructing complex algorithms. The book explores how a systematic approach to program derivation can not only produce effective solutions but also reveal the underlying relationships between different algorithmic solutions, contributing to a deeper understanding of the entire field. Ultimately, this book presents a compelling vision for a more systematic and rigorous approach to programming, one that could significantly enhance the efficiency and reliability of software development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…