Dowek, Gilles
Principles of Programming Languages (Undergraduate Topics in Computer Science)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848820319
- author:
- Dowek, Gilles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Springer
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 158
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 17.6 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- Computer Science Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Principles of Programming Languages by Gilles Dowek provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental concepts and principles underlying programming languages. Formal languages have been used throughout history to control machines, such as looms and cathedral chimes, but it was not until the development of programming languages that they gained widespread use. Programming languages have revolutionized the way we express algorithms, allowing for the creation of programs with hundreds of thousands of lines of code. This shift has enabled a wide range of applications across various fields, from specialized domains to large-scale communities. The book explores the key aspects of programming languages, including their syntax, semantics, and implementation. With its focus on the theoretical foundations of programming languages, this book is an essential resource for computer scientists and anyone interested in understanding the underlying principles of programming.