• Logic, Proofs, and the Mathematics of Computation: From Simple Predicates to Complex Algorithms

  • Dec 21 2024
  • Length: 34 mins
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Logic, Proofs, and the Mathematics of Computation: From Simple Predicates to Complex Algorithms

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  • This episode explores the mathematical concepts underlying computer science. We'll begin with logic and proofs, examining predicates, propositional formulas, and truth tables. We'll then discuss induction, recursive definitions, and structural induction for analyzing data types. The podcast will cover state machines, the stable marriage problem, and how derived variables help in proving termination. We'll also touch on binary relations, generating functions, and basic probability. Finally, we'll delve into the connections between these concepts, random walks, and a simplified version of Turing's code, showing the link between math and cryptography. This episode is ideal for anyone wanting to grasp the mathematical side of computer science.


    Mathematics for Computer Science: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/6-042j-mathematics-for-computer-science-spring-2015/mit6_042js15_textbook.pdf
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