Nye @nyetoots@qoto.org
Computer, privacy, and medicine geek.
Joined May 2020
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Yeah, I looked at some of TAOCP, I'd definitely agree, it appears to be a fairly challenging read for someone new to programming. I'm seeing a couple books targeting math for CS, which might be a better option since it's targeted toward's my intended future use.
Based on your comment, do you feel someone new to the field would be wise to start with a computer math book (Concrete Mathematics), then move to SCIP, and then finally tackle TAOCP? It just seems like a lot of reading/study before studying the languages that are predominantly used today, but I do understand the need for a solid foundation.
Thanks!
I know CopperheadOS (privacy/security-focused android derivative) just took a fairy strong stance against Stalkerware as well. It's a good read.
https://copperhead.co/blog/stalkerware-the-hidden-threat-to-privacy/
Good feedback, thanks! Maybe I'll have to refresh my math on Khan Academy or something. I'm almost afraid to see how much I've completely forgotten.
It's not so much I don't have the foundation. I made it through Calculus 2, but I haven't used it in 15ish years after a career change from computers to healthcare. I suppose you could say I'm a little... behind the curve when it comes to math 🤣
I'd like to consider myself somewhat logically inclined, but it's all relative to whom I compare it.
Maybe I'll order the books, and if they're way out of my league (quite possible) set them down while I refresh/increase my math skills. I wish I found learning math as fun as what those skills can eventually be used to create.
My recent background is in life sciences. Do you feel a background in math is critical for understanding in computer science? Would these books be out of reach if I haven't had a college math course in a number of years? It's been a while...
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Darn. Missed the signup. That went fast!
Do these books focus on any certain language? I'm not a programmer, but want to start volunteering with an open source project. I've heard of TAOCP, but what is SICP?
What language do you feel a programming newbie should tackle first?
It's times like those that I start regretting even saying something. I grow weary of teaching high school science to people that should know better.
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I largely agree based on proposed policies, but I think Biden is more likely to defer to evidence and people who know their fields instead of eliminating scientists every chance he gets like Trump is doing now.
@freemo
What is their criteria?
Them: "I can't see them with my eyes..."
Me: "Well, you can't see oxygen either, but here you are taking too much of it."
@freemo
I don't think another candidate will come forward, sadly. Despite being creepy, he's still better than what we've currently got. I'm just tired of voting for damage control.
@design_RG @freemo @arteteco Although I did notice that, it's not WHY i joined - I did look at many options before settling on QOTO.
So I decided to make the leap of faith and leave Facebook. Ooof. Might be a little rough.
Computer, privacy, and medicine geek.
Joined May 2020
