Algorithms For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))
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In Algorithms For Dummies, you’ll discover the basics of algorithms, including what they are, how they work, where you can find them (spoiler alert: everywhere!), who invented the most important ones in use today (a Greek philosopher is involved), and how to create them yourself.
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Dozens of graphs and charts that help you understand the inner workings of algorithmsLinks to an online repository called GitHub for constant access to updated codeStep-by-step instructions on how to use Google Colaboratory, a zero-setup coding environment that runs right from your browser
Whether you’re a curious internet user wondering how Google seems to always know the right answer to your question or a beginning computer science student looking for a head start on your next class, Algorithms For Dummies is the can’t-miss resource you’ve been waiting for.
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 3, 2022
Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1119869986
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1119869986
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.1 x 1.2 x 9.1 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #736,331 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #36 in Data Processing #329 in Microsoft Programming (Books) #522 in Computer Programming Languages
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Brett –
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subcogitate –
Well-meaning book that contains language issues, confusing examples, and glossed over details
Every book has typos and errata. For a second edition, I’d have hoped most of these would have been resolved. There are a few language issues that I can overlook, but there are also problems with the code and examples.I will say, I do like the voicing of the author. It reads less formal than other algorithm books I’ve picked up, but I’m not a big fan of some of the details being glossed over during important concepts. For example, when talking about calculating the determinant of a matrix, the author completely glosses over cofactor expansion and I had to look it up on my own to understand what was happening. This could have been solved with a single illustration or small note, but instead caused me frustration and prevented me from continuing.URLs in the book are completely typed out and fairly long. The matrix class that we build in the book is admittedly not useable for any real work, but even so, I feel like we could have discussed where it could and should be improved. I will continue to read the book, but now I’m supplementing it with another and I’ve found I like it much better already. Hopefully getting a data scientist’s perspective will be helpful. 🙂