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Should certain math classes be required for a Computer Science degree? [closed]
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 [closed]
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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Recomendation for Math books related to computer science [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Is there a canonical book on mathematics for programmers?
I need your recommendation for math books related to computer science in these areas:
Boolean Algebra ...
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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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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 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 ...
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Is there such a thing as truly random? [closed]
I saw a video about random numbers and how the programmer in that video was talking about computers generating pseudo random numbers and that they are not really random. I knew about this.
Then he ...
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How do I determine how many numbers are in a floating point number system?
I'm trying to make floating point number systems a bit more intuitive for myself. There are a few things I am confused about, and I think the best way to clear up my confusions would be for someone ...
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How to learn the math behind the code? [closed]
I have recently gotten into programming. (Although I know that the number of books you have read does not determine your programming competency or ability, just to paint a "map" of where I am in terms ...
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How much math do you learn in computer science?
How much do you need to know for computer science? When you get out of a PhD program in computer science at most schools how much math do you come out knowing? I'm guessing beyong the high school ...
