Computation Engineering: Applied Automata Theory and Logic

Computation Engineering: Applied Automata Theory and Logic

by Ganesh Gopalakrishnan (Author)

Synopsis

Although it is critical in today's world that students who take automata theory and logic courses retain what they have learned and understand how to use their knowledge, many textbooks typically emphasize automata theory only, not logic, thus losing a valuable opportunity to tie these subjects together and reinforce learning. This textbook uses interactive tools throughout, such as simple BDD and SAT tools. By providing a blend of theory and practical applications the material is presented as both inviting and current. Key concepts are illustrated in multiple domains so that information is reinforced and students can begin to tie theory and logic together.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 512
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2006
Publisher: Springer
Published: 12 Feb 2010

ISBN 10: 1441937412
ISBN 13: 9781441937414

Media Reviews

From the reviews:

One of the constant challenges faced by computer science faculty is how to tie in the theory of computing with applications. This text attempts to do just that ... . Overall, this book is a good undergraduate theory text. ... It includes exercises, with software tools to aid in visualization of key ideas. ... The exercises are appropriate for an undergraduate-level class. ... It is a good text ... . (M. D. Derk, Computing Reviews, December, 2006)

The book under review shows, logic and automata theory can be combined to provide powerful tools for checking computer code ... . There is no doubt that the book was written with great care and that it caters for a real need. ... the book is written in a very lively style, which makes reading it quite pleasurable. ... many nice applications of automata that are peppered throughout the book. (S. C. Coutinho, SIGACT News, Vol. 39 (3), 2008)