Programming Logic and Design, Introductory

by Joyce Farrell

Overview

Prepare for programming success by learning the fundamental principles of developing structured program logic with Farrell’s PROGRAMMING LOGIC AND DESIGN: INTRODUCTORY, 9E. Widely used in foundational programming courses, this popular book takes a unique, language—independent approach to programming with a distinctive emphasis on modern conventions. Noted for its clear, concise writing style, the book eliminates highly technical jargon while introducing universal programming concepts and encouraging a strong programming style and logical thinking. Frequent side notes and Quick Reference boxes provide concise explanations of important programming concepts. Each chapter also begins with a list of objectives and provides a concise summary and a list of key terms. End—of—chapter practice offers multiple—choice review questions, programming and gaming exercises, debugging exercises, and a maintenance exercise that challenges you to improve the working logic presented.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781337109635
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	01/02/2017
Pages:	384
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Joyce Farrell has authored several popular programming textbooks, including books on Programming Logic and Design, Java, C#, and C++. Her books are recognized for their clear, direct writing style and effective presentation. A well—respected instructor, Ms. Farrell has taught Computer Information Systems at Harper College in Palatine, Illinois; the University of Wisconsin—Stevens Point; and McHenry County College in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Table of Contents

1. An Overview of Computers and Programming. 2. Elements of High—Quality Programs. 3. Understanding Structure. 4. Making Decisions. 5. Looping. 6. Arrays. 7. File Handling and Applications. Appendix A: Understanding Numbering Systems and Computer Codes. Appendix B: Solving Difficult Structuring Problems.

Editorial Reviews

"She (Joyce Farrell) nailed it! The book is very easy to read, great examples, and the video addition is fantastic. The logic is everything I am looking for in teaching a course like this that leads to additional programming courses. I hope she doesn't CHANGE a thing. I would be sick if she did. I did not like the 5th edition at all. My students understood the concepts and with one chapter shorter, I was able to go slower and really teach the concepts with phenomenal understanding by all. Tell Joyce, thank you for an outstanding book."

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