Introduction to Pascal and Structured Design, Fourth Edition (Computer Science)

By Nell B. Dale, Chip Weems, Nell B. Dale

Book Overview

Introduction to Pascal and Structured Design, provides a concise, accessible introduction to computer science. Using Pascal programming as a tool to shape students' understanding of the discipline, the text offers a strong focus on good programming habits and techniques.?The smooth integration of programming essentials, software engineering principles and contemporary theory creates an effective blend for students' first courses in computer science. An emphasis on conceptual understanding, problem solving, and algorithmic design teaches the skills needed for effective program implementation. A wide array of in-text learning aids, including Problem-Solving Case Studies, ample exercises and problems, and nine useful appendices, completes the text. Click here for downloadable student files

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763703974
• ISBN13: 9780763703974
• Release Date: December 1996
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Length: 870 Pages
• Weight: 3.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.3" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Good training language, which you will need to unlearn.

Some of us old-timers grew up in a world of punch cards. The more fortunate and flexible way to learn about computers is through the BASIC programming language, which is the closest relative to the C language. In a world that demanded structure, where even COBOL programs are written as spaghetti code, we saw the invention of Pascal. Pascal is an excellent training program that emphasizes logic and structure, often at the expense of speed and efficiency. Of course, some structure, when necessary, is important in this world, which led to the creation of C++. However, even C++ allows you to tailor solutions to meet the program's objectives, often without producing bloated code. So, learn Pascal without hesitation. You will find this book enough for all the Pascal you need. They also appear to have omitted the chapter on signal handling