Fourier Series coefficients, orthogonal?

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Homework Statement



Hello. I need help with orthogonality of the Fourier series coefficients. I know you can use the dirac delta function, (or the kronecker function) in the orthogonality relationship. I want to try and see the derivation using complex form rather than sines and cosines.

Homework Equations



proof of
\frac{1}{T}\int^T_0 e^{inw_0t}e^{-imw_0t} dt = \delta_{m}{n}

The Attempt at a Solution



Basically I haven't got very far, do not know where to start in this proof. any help would be appreciated?

thanks
 
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Obviously, m and n must be integers, which makes things really easy. Just assume m=n, do the integration and write down what you get. Then assume m \neq n, do the integration and write down what you get.
 
Okay I have got it. Thanks!
 
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