Questions about writing a computer science paper

[Coolphreak]

So I'm writing a computer science paper and i had a few questions. I have created some algorithms; i see a lot of papers presented in the algorithm, theorem, proof layout. So, when i say algorithm x.x i basically describe what my algorithm? and when i have a theorem, is it basically saying that that algorithm(s) will give a particular result? and in the proof, I prove that the result will always result? and i prove things in correctness such as my algorithm always stops? Do i prove the algorithm's runtime? would the statement of the algorithm's runtime O(f(n)) go in the theorem section corresponding to that algorithm? and do i include the proof of that result in the proof section?

...thanks

 

[Aaron Bex]

Yes, when you say algorithm x.x, you are basically describing what your algorithm is. When you have a theorem, it is saying that the algorithm(s) will give a particular result. In the proof section, you are proving that the result will always result, and that the algorithm always stops. You do need to prove the algorithm's runtime, and the statement of the algorithm's runtime O(f(n)) would go in the theorem section corresponding to that algorithm. You do need to include the proof of that result in the proof section.

 

[Mene]

for your questions! Writing a computer science paper can be a challenging task, but it's important to make sure that your paper is clear, concise, and well-structured. Let's go through your questions one by one:

1. When you mention your algorithm in your paper, you should definitely describe what it does. This includes explaining the steps involved, the inputs and outputs, and any relevant mathematical or computational concepts. It's also helpful to provide examples or pseudocode to help readers understand your algorithm.

2. Theorem is a statement that can be proven to be true. In the context of a computer science paper, a theorem can be used to prove the correctness or efficiency of your algorithm. So, when you have a theorem, it is essentially saying that your algorithm will give a particular result under certain conditions.

3. In the proof section, you will need to provide evidence or reasoning to support your theorem. This can include mathematical proofs, experimental results, or logical arguments. For example, if your theorem states that your algorithm always stops, you will need to provide a proof that shows why this is the case.

4. Proving the correctness of your algorithm is an important aspect of writing a computer science paper. This means demonstrating that your algorithm always produces the correct output for any given input. It's also important to prove that your algorithm terminates, meaning it will stop running and provide an output.

5. Yes, you should also include the runtime analysis of your algorithm in your paper. This means analyzing the time complexity of your algorithm in terms of its input size. This information can be included in the theorem section corresponding to your algorithm, and you can provide a proof or explanation of the runtime in the proof section.

6. Overall, it's important to structure your paper in a way that makes it easy for readers to understand your algorithm and its results. This can include providing clear explanations, examples, and visual aids such as diagrams or tables. It's also helpful to use a consistent and logical flow throughout your paper, making it easier for readers to follow your ideas. Good luck with your paper!