The Elements Of Programming Style

Covers Expression, Structure, Common Blunders, Documentation, & Structured Programming Techniques

Elements of Programming provides a different understanding of programming than is presented elsewhere. Its major premise is that practical programming, like other areas of science and engineering, must be based on a solid mathematical foundation. The book shows that algorithms implemented in a real programming language, such as C++, can operate in the most general mathematical setting. For example, the fast exponentiation algorithm is defined to work with any associative operation. Using abstract algorithms leads to efficient, reliable, secure, and economical software.

This book, first published in 2000, Illustrates rules of Java code-writing with parallel examples of correct and incorrect usage.

The core of EPI is a collection of over 300 problems with detailed solutions, including 100 figures, 250 tested programs, and 150 variants. The problems are representative of questions asked at the leading software companies. The book begins with a summary of the nontechnical aspects of interviewing, such as common mistakes, strategies for a great interview, perspectives from the other side of the table, tips on negotiating the best offer, and a guide to the best ways to use EPI. The technical core of EPI is a sequence of chapters on basic and advanced data structures, searching, sorting, broad algorithmic principles, concurrency, and system design. Each chapter consists of a brief review, followed by a broad and thought-provoking series of problems. We include a summary of data structure, algorithm, and problem solving patterns.

This 2004 book contains guidelines for writing consistent C++ code that's easy to understand, enhance and maintain. Perfect for teams.

Novice and experienced C programmers alike will discover precise and direct programming rules explained with examples and detailed discussions. In addition, more than 300 sample programs are included that demonstrate how to produce clear, concise software constructs that are executable and elegant.