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Theories of Programming Languages

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Hardcover | 8 February 1999

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First published in 1998, this textbook is a broad but rigourous survey of the theoretical basis for the design, definition and implementation of programming languages and of systems for specifying and proving programme behaviour. Both imperative and functional programming are covered, as well as the ways of integrating these aspects into more general languages. Recognising a unity of technique beneath the diversity of research in programming languages, the author presents an integrated treatment of the basic principles of the subject. He identifies the relatively small number of concepts, such as compositional semantics, binding structure, domains, transition systems and inference rules, that serve as the foundation of the field. Assuming only knowledge of elementary programming and mathematics, this text is perfect for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate courses in programming language theory and also will appeal to researchers and professionals in designing or implementing computer languages.
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'The book covers many aspects of computer language, all the time focusing on the fundamental principles. The would-be language designer would profit from studying this text.' CVU 'The coverage is impressive, both for its breadth and for its consistently high quality ... the author does an excellent job of making the material as accessible as possible ... If you are starting in computer science, then this book should be on your shelves.' Brian Scattergood, Overload 33 'Each chapter contains valuable exercises and profound bibliographic notes that can serve as a starting point for further reading. I shall use this excellent textbook in my lectures.' Computing Reviews 'This is clearly an important book ... it is thorough and well organized, and the explanations are very clear. I found the technical content to be in almost every respect flawless, and the book seems to be virtually typo-free.' R. D. Tennent, Journal of Functioning Programming

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