Logic and Structured Design for Computer Programmers

By Harold J. Rood

Book Overview

* Emphasis of on logic and design tools rather than applications..* Doesn't advocate specific methodology, instructors can enforce local programming standards..* Chapters written in independent, flexible format..* Several design methods are exhibited to familiarize students with a variety of techniques..* Includes arrays, files, and full screen interactive programs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0534929664
• ISBN13: 9780534929664
• Release Date: February 1992
• Publisher: Course Technology
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.6" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

You will learn so much with this book!

I am just completing Dr. Rood's course at Washburn Univ. and from the student's perspective, I think his book is terrific. I found it to be both challenging and interesting, and I would say it's been an excellent tool for me in beginning to learn what programming is all about and how programs are structured. I would recommend it to anyone who is thinking about using it to teach a course, because I think most students find...

Best book for the purpose and audience

Professor Rood's book is about the best textbook in this subject that I have encountered in 20 years of teaching the material. It is intended for a CIS/MIS/IT or similar audience. It will provide an excellent introduction of a multitude of problem analysis methods and algorithm design languages (flowcharts, Nassi-Schneiderman, Warnier-Orr). It fosters structured programming and top down design as natural processes. Since...