Think Like a Programmer: An Introduction to Creative Problem Solving

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The real challenge of programming isn’t learning a language’s syntax—it’s learning to creatively solve problems so you can build something great. In this one-of-a-kind text, author V. Anton Spraul breaks down the ways that programmers solve problems and teaches you what other introductory books often ignore: how to Think Like a Programmer. Each chapter tackles a single programming concept, like classes, pointers, and recursion, and open-ended exercises throughout challenge you to apply your knowledge.
You’ll also learn how to:
–Split problems into discrete components to make them easier to solve
–Make the most of code reuse with functions, classes, and libraries
–Pick the perfect data structure for a particular job
–Master more advanced programming tools like recursion and dynamic memory
–Organize your thoughts and develop strategies to tackle particular types of problems
Although the book’s examples are written in C++, the creative problem-solving concepts they illustrate go beyond any particular language; in fact, they often reach outside the realm of computer science. As the most skillful programmers know, writing great code is a creative art—and the first step in creating your masterpiece is learning to Think Like a Programmer.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ No Starch Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 12, 2012
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593274246
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593274245
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.09 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.61 x 9.25 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #84,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #3 in C++ Programming Language #5 in Computer Programming Structured Design #34 in Software Development (Books)
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