Books for Ultrafast Optics career

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The discussion centers on recommended literature for pursuing a career in ultrafast optics, particularly attosecond optics, within the field of photonics. The user, currently in their third semester of undergraduate studies, seeks guidance on foundational texts to complement their engineering-focused curriculum. They express a preference for recommendations from the Physics Forums community over generic reviews found on platforms like Amazon. Key areas of focus include both introductory materials and specialized books on ultrafast optics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic photonics principles
  • Familiarity with quantum mechanics
  • Knowledge of optical engineering concepts
  • Proficiency in mathematical methods relevant to physics
NEXT STEPS
  • Research foundational texts in quantum mechanics, such as "Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications" by Nouredine Zettili
  • Explore introductory books on optics, like "Optics" by Eugene Hecht
  • Investigate specialized literature on ultrafast optics, such as "Ultrafast Optics" by Andrew Weiner
  • Look into resources on attosecond science, including "Attosecond Physics" by Paul B. Corkum and Ferenc Krausz
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Undergraduate students in photonics, aspiring researchers in ultrafast optics, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of quantum mechanical phenomena related to light and matter interactions.

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I am studying Photonics and currently I am on my third semester of undergraduate studies. I am interested in ultrafast optics and mostly in attosecond optics to study electron's in atoms and other fundamental quantum mechanical phenomena. As my course is more engineering oriented than I would like I set on a quest to learn everything else I need by myself.

Could you please tell me what the best books are but not only for the ultrafast optics but also books that I should read before I touch those on ultrafast optics?
 
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I have found some books on Amazon with positive reviews but I wanted to hear from Physics Forums users as I think it would be more valuable piece of advice which books should I read.
 

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