Touretzky

Common Lisp: A Gentle Introduction to Symbolic Computation

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ISBN 13:
9780486498201
author:
Touretzky
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Dover Publications Inc.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
68
Dimensions:
18.7 x 4.1 x 23.5 cm
Genre:
Computing & Internet, Programming, Languages,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£33.41

Description

Learn to program with Common LISP, a powerful tool for artificial intelligence research. This accessible introduction is suitable for both beginners and experienced programmers looking to explore Lisp's key features.

The book offers clear explanations of essential concepts such as cons cell structures, evaluation rules, programs as data, and recursive and applicative programming styles. Innovative instructional devices, including function boxes and evaltrace notation, help illustrate these concepts in a visually engaging way.

With nearly 400 diagrams and illustrations, plus 77 pages of answers to exercises, this book provides readers with the tools they need to extend their programming power. Advanced topics and "toolkit" sections are also included, making it an ideal resource for anyone looking to explore Lisp's capabilities.

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