"Concrete Mathematics: Foundation for Computer Science" is a book written by Ronald Graham, Donald Knuth, and Oren Patashnik. It is a comprehensive guide to mathematical concepts and techniques that are essential for computer science and programming.
The book is primarily aimed at undergraduate and graduate students in computer science and mathematics, as well as professionals in the field of computer science who want to deepen their understanding of mathematics.
The book covers a wide range of mathematical topics such as combinatorics, number theory, discrete structures, and asymptotic analysis. It also includes discussions on algorithms and their analysis, recurrence relations, and the use of mathematical proof techniques in computer science.
Many fundamental concepts and techniques used in computer science, such as algorithm design, data structures, and analysis of algorithms, are built upon mathematical foundations. "Concrete Mathematics" provides a solid understanding of these foundations, making it an essential resource for computer scientists.
Yes, the book is designed to be self-contained and does not assume any prior knowledge of the topics covered. However, some familiarity with basic mathematical concepts and notation would be helpful in fully understanding the material.