Logic for Computer Scientists

Download or read book Logic for Computer Scientists written by Uwe Schöning and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-11-03 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book introduces the notions and methods of formal logic from a computer science standpoint, covering propositional logic, predicate logic, and foundations of logic programming. The classic text is replete with illustrative examples and exercises. It presents applications and themes of computer science research such as resolution, automated deduction, and logic programming in a rigorous but readable way. The style and scope of the work, rounded out by the inclusion of exercises, make this an excellent textbook for an advanced undergraduate course in logic for computer scientists.