Proofs and Algorithms by Gilles Dowek

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This volume provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of logic. Written for those new to the field, the text covers both elementary topics -- proofs, models, recursive functions, etc. -- as well as more advanced principles.

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Proofs and Algorithms by Gilles Dowek

This volume provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of logic. Written for those new to the field, the text covers both elementary topics -- proofs, models, recursive functions, etc. -- as well as more advanced principles.

From the reviews:

“This work examines when the application of an algorithm can replace the construction of a proof… focuses on establishing that provability is undecidable in predicate logic (Church’s theorem). The text generally consists of propositions followed by proofs, with commentary, examples, and exercises interspersed. … The book would be of interest to those with adequate background. Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students and above.” (J. R. Burke, Choice, Vol. 49 (1), September, 2011)

“Mathematical logic is a challenging subject for many students. … this book, with its focus on the nature of proofs and algorithms and their relationship, appears to be targeted precisely for such an audience and should appeal to computer scientists and philosophers … . this book remains an introductory book on mathematical logic suited for a beginning graduate course in logic. … Its conciseness makes it well suited for a one-semester graduate course.” (Burkhard Englert, ACM Computing Reviews, February, 2012)

Gilles Dowek is a mathematician, logician, and computer scientist who works at INRIA, France's National Institute for Computer Science and Automation. He is a member of the Société informatique de France's scientific board as well as CERNA's. He also works as a consultant with the National Institute of Aeronautics, a NASA-affiliated research facility. For his efforts in popular science, he was awarded the Grand Prize d'Alembert des Lycéens by the French Mathematical Society.

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ISBN 13 9780857291202
ISBN 10 0857291203
Title Proofs and Algorithms
Author Gilles Dowek
Series Undergraduate Topics In Computer Science
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Springer London Ltd
Year published 2011-01-14
Number of pages 156
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