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Algorithms For Dummies
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By: John Paul Mueller, Luca Massaron
eText | 28 March 2022 | Edition Number 2
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Your secret weapon to understanding—and using!—one of the most powerful influences in the world today
From your Facebook News Feed to your most recent insurance premiums—even making toast!—algorithms play a role in virtually everything that happens in modern society and in your personal life. And while they can seem complicated from a distance, the reality is that, with a little help, anyone can understand—and even use—these powerful problem-solving tools!
In Algorithms For Dummies, you'll discover the basics of algorithms, including what they are, how they work, where you can find them (spoiler alert: everywhere!), who invented the most important ones in use today (a Greek philosopher is involved), and how to create them yourself.
You'll also find:
About the Authors
JOHN MUELLER (La Valle, WI) has published more than 100 books on technology, data, and programming. His instruction has helped thousands of programmers and students find success as they begin their careers. John has a website and blog where he writes articles on technology and offers assistance alongside his published books.
LUCA MASSARON (Verona, Italy) is a data scientist specialized in organizing and interpreting big data and transforming it into smart data. He has been involved in quantitative data since 2000 with different clients and in various industries.
From your Facebook News Feed to your most recent insurance premiums—even making toast!—algorithms play a role in virtually everything that happens in modern society and in your personal life. And while they can seem complicated from a distance, the reality is that, with a little help, anyone can understand—and even use—these powerful problem-solving tools!
In Algorithms For Dummies, you'll discover the basics of algorithms, including what they are, how they work, where you can find them (spoiler alert: everywhere!), who invented the most important ones in use today (a Greek philosopher is involved), and how to create them yourself.
You'll also find:
- Dozens of graphs and charts that help you understand the inner workings of algorithms
- Links to an online repository called GitHub for constant access to updated code
- Step-by-step instructions on how to use Google Colaboratory, a zero-setup coding environment that runs right from your browser
About the Authors
JOHN MUELLER (La Valle, WI) has published more than 100 books on technology, data, and programming. His instruction has helped thousands of programmers and students find success as they begin their careers. John has a website and blog where he writes articles on technology and offers assistance alongside his published books.
LUCA MASSARON (Verona, Italy) is a data scientist specialized in organizing and interpreting big data and transforming it into smart data. He has been involved in quantitative data since 2000 with different clients and in various industries.
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ISBN: 9781119870005
ISBN-10: 1119870003
Published: 28th March 2022
Format: ePUB
Language: English
Publisher: Wiley Professional Development (P&T)
Edition Number: 2
