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Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About (Paperback, New Ed)
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Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About (Paperback, New Ed)
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How does a computer scientist understand infinity? What can
probability theory teach us about free will? Can mathematical
notions be used to enhance one's personal understanding of the
Bible?Perhaps no one is more qualified to address these questions
than Donald E. Knuth, whose massive contributions to computing have
led others to nickname him "The Father of Computer Science"--and
whose religious faith led him to understand a fascinating analysis
of the Bible called the 3:16 project. In this series of six
spirited, informal lectures, Knuth explores the relationships
between his vocation and his faith, revealing the unique
perspective that his work with computing has lent to his
understanding of God.His starting point is the 3:16 project, an
application of mathematical "random sampling" to the books of the
Bible. The first lectures tell the story of the project's
conception and execution, exploring its many dimensions of language
translation, aesthetics, and theological history. Along the way,
Knuth explains the many insights he gained from such
interdisciplinary work. These theological musings culminate in a
surprising final lecture tackling the ideas of infinity, free will,
and some of the other big questions that lie at the juncture of
theology and computation."Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks
About," with its charming and user-friendly format--each lecture
ends with a question and answer exchange, and the book itself
contains more than 100 illustrations--is a readable and intriguing
approach to a crucial topic, certain to edify both those who are
serious and curious about their faiths and those who look at the
science of computation and wonder what it might teach them
abouttheir spiritual world.Includes "Creativity, Spirituality, and
Computer Science," a panel discussion featuring Harry Lewis, Guy L.
Steele, Jr., Manuela Veloso, Donald E. Knuth, and Mitch Kapor.
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