Before designing an algorithm it is important to first understand what the problem is. Algorithms can be designed using pseudocode or a flowchart, and the standard notations of each should be known.

Creating a program from an algorithm Consider this simple problem. A cinema is offering discount tickets to anyone who is under 15. Decomposing this problem, gives this algorithm : ...

Kathy Ceceri, illus. by Mike Crosier. Nomad (Legato, dist.), $17.95 paper (128p) ISBN 978-1-61930-300-3 This addition to the Build It Yourself series explores the history of video games, tracing ...