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The Seasoned Schemer, second edition (Mit Press),Used
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The notion that 'thinking about computing is one of the most exciting things the human mind can do' sets both The Little Schemer (formerly known as The Little LISPer) and its new companion volume, The Seasoned Schemer, apart from other books on LISP. The authors' enthusiasm for their subject is compelling as they present abstract concepts in a humorous and easytograsp fashion. Together, these books will open new doors of thought to anyone who wants to find out what computing is really about. The Little Schemer introduces computing as an extension of arithmetic and algebra; things that everyone studies in grade school and high school. It introduces programs as recursive functions and briefly discusses the limits of what computers can do. The authors use the programming language Scheme, and interesting foods to illustrate these abstract ideas. The Seasoned Schemer informs the reader about additional dimensions of computing: functions as values, change of state, and exceptional cases. The Little LISPer has been a popular introduction to LISP for many years. It had appeared in French and Japanese. The Little Schemer and The Seasoned Schemer are worthy successors and will prove equally popular as textbooks for Scheme courses as well as companion texts for any complete introductory course in Computer Science.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Seasoned Schemer'? A: 'The Seasoned Schemer' focuses on advanced concepts of computing, emphasizing functions as values, change of state, and exceptional cases, building on the foundation set by 'The Little Schemer'.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'The Seasoned Schemer'? A: The book is authored by Daniel P. Friedman, who is known for his expertise in teaching LISP and programming concepts.
- Q: What programming language is used in this book? A: 'The Seasoned Schemer' uses the programming language Scheme to illustrate its concepts.
- Q: Is 'The Seasoned Schemer' suitable for beginners? A: While 'The Seasoned Schemer' is more advanced than its predecessor, 'The Little Schemer', it is designed to be accessible for those with a basic understanding of computing.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Seasoned Schemer'? A: 'The Seasoned Schemer' was published on December 21, 1995.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Seasoned Schemer' have? A: 'The Seasoned Schemer' contains a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Seasoned Schemer' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can 'The Seasoned Schemer' be used as a textbook? A: Yes, 'The Seasoned Schemer' is suitable as a textbook for Scheme courses and as a companion text for introductory computer science courses.
- Q: Does 'The Seasoned Schemer' include practical examples? A: Yes, the book incorporates humorous and relatable examples, often using interesting foods to explain abstract concepts.
- Q: What edition of 'The Seasoned Schemer' is this? A: This is the second edition of 'The Seasoned Schemer', which continues the legacy of its predecessor.