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  • jlynx23
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    • Jan 2008
    • 6

    math and comp. sci

    how is math related to computer science? is it possible to become an effective programmer without studying higher mathematics?
  • Stang02GT
    Recognized Expert Top Contributor
    • Jun 2007
    • 1206

    #2
    Its the logic and reasoning skills that makes math important in computer science.


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    • JosAH
      Recognized Expert MVP
      • Mar 2007
      • 11453

      #3
      Originally posted by jlynx23
      how is math related to computer science? is it possible to become an effective programmer without studying higher mathematics?
      Try to find a copy of the three volume "the art of computer programming" by
      Donald Knuth; it's a must read. All three volumes are math from cover to cover.

      kind regards,

      Jos

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