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Should certain math classes be required for a Computer Science degree?
For a Computer Science (CS) degree at many colleges and universities, certain math courses are required: Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Discrete Mathematics are few examples.
However, since I've ...
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Mathematics for Computer Science
I am going into university next year. I think maths would be one of the more important aspects of computer science. I recently saw the MIT Introduction to Algorithms video on YouTube and the maths ...
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Where is the application of Calculus (of continuous quantities) in Computer Science or programming
I am a Software Engineer professional. I have studied calculus as a core course in my graduation studies. I want to ask question, that what/where is the implementation of calculus in computer science?
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What specific branches of Mathematics are useful for a programmer to learn?
I have less than 6 months to learn mathematics for my Master course in CS. (With no prior formal education in any computer/mathematics related area.) So I need to prepare my self to be tested on math ...
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What Discrete Mathematics topics should the average computer science student know?
I know that Discrete Mathematics is a pretty broad topic that's used in a number of fields but I was just wondering what are some of the topics from it that you would expect an average computer ...
