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Panphobia

Thu Nov 29, 2012 12:27 am


Book Recommendation

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Which book would you recommend me for learning algorithms, like one I would be able to go to chapters or any book store, and be able to buy.


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Tony

Thu Nov 29, 2012 1:03 am


RE:Book Recommendation

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http://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Algorithms-Thomas-H-Cormen/dp/0262033844/

Although it has heavy requirements and quickly gets into really advanced stuff. I would suggest looking this book up at your local University's library.


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SmokeMonster

Sat Dec 01, 2012 12:24 pm


Re: Book Recommendation

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I second CLRS above although it might be a little overwhelming at first if it's your first foray into Data Structures and Algorithms.

I would also recommend 'The Algorithm Design Manual' http://www.amazon.ca/Algorithm-Design-Manual-Steven-Skiena/dp/1848000693 It's less rigorous than CLRS (Skiena is not interested in the extremely rigorous mathematics which is widespread in CLRS)  but I would say it's an easier read and does a great job teaching the material. Part II of the book is almost a 250 page appendix of common data structures and algorithms that make the book worth having just as a reference even if you are learning the material from another source.