Lazyweb, a question about learning CS algorithm fundamentals.
CLRS, the classic text, is 50% perfect and 50% dire slog, assuming that you know nothing whatsoever about code but are comfortable with kinda mid-to-high-level math.
I have no doubt this made sense when it was first devised, but I suspect that for most people seeking to learn algorithmic fundamentals today, the opposite is the case.
What text am I looking for? Does it exist? Challenges to my reasoning are always welcome.
mhoye /
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2024-03-16 22:41:09
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