Programming Abstractions in C: A Second Course in Computer Science
Written by a master teacher and author of the highly acclaimedThe Art and Science of C, this new book helps students master the fundamentals of data structures while encouraging them to develop strong software engineering skills. By emphasizing modern programming concepts such as interfaces, abstraction, and encapsulation, the text provides an ideal foundation for further study of programming. With his clear explanations and engaging writing style, Professor Roberts leads students through the CS2 curriculum in a way that captures and holds their interest throughout.HighlightsThis book introduces several library packages to simplify the programming process,  making it possible for students to concentrate on high-level conceptual issues without being  distracted by the complexities of C.It contains an extensive discussion of recursion, including a large number of sample programs  and exercises that range in difficulty from simple recursive functions to the minimax  strategy for analyzing two-player games.It emphasizes the practical skills necessary to write solid, reusable code.0201545411B04062001