Writing Efficient Programs
Jon Louis Bentley, "Writing Efficient Programs"
English | 1982 | ISBN: 013970244X, 0139702512 | 170 pages | DJVU | 1.3 MB
English | 1982 | ISBN: 013970244X, 0139702512 | 170 pages | DJVU | 1.3 MB
Classic on practical methods of optimizing programs: This book gives practical advice on improving the efficiency (optimizing) programs and the limits there of. While showing how to trade off speed for space or vice-versa, the author points out the limits that can be expected to gain. His list of techniques is a collection of practical approaches rather than theoretical possibilities. At 158 pages (not counting index) this book is eminently readable, accessable and useful. Clearly written and well organized this is a book to keep on your shelf for when a program needs improving. It is also a book to read before a program as a reminder not to make things complicated with optimization that aren't needed.