Lebesgue measure and Fourier theory

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Understanding Lebesgue measure and Lebesgue integrals is essential before delving into Fourier series and transforms. Engaging with Fourier theory prior to these concepts may highlight the limitations of the Riemann integral, but it is more beneficial to grasp measure theory first. This foundational knowledge enhances comprehension of Fourier analysis, making the mathematical framework more intuitive.

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  • Lebesgue measure theory
  • Lebesgue integral
  • Fourier series
  • Fourier transform
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  • Learn about Fourier series and their convergence
  • Investigate Fourier transforms and their significance in analysis
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Hi everyone, in this days i was seeing a little of Fourier series and transform, and i wondered if it was necessary to better understand before the measure and Lebesgue integral before studying it. Or it's not necessary?
 
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Jianphys17 said:
Hi everyone, in this days i was seeing a little of Fourier series and transform, and i wondered if it was necessary to better understand before the measure and Lebesgue integral before studying it. Or it's not necessary?

It's definitely not necessary. In fact, it is much better to do measure and Lebesgue integrals before Fourier theory. The only benefit of doing Fourier theory first is to see how difficult and incomplete the theory is with the Riemann integral and how more natural things become with the Lebesgue integral.
 

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