Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software

Petzold, Charles

ISBN 10: 073560505X / ISBN 13: 9780735605053

Published by Microsoft Press, 1999

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Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software
• Publisher: Microsoft Press
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 073560505X
• ISBN 13: 9780735605053
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: acceptable

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Synopsis

From the dots and dashes of Morse code to the 0s and 1s of computer programming, ""Code"" describes the ingenious ways humans have adapted language systems -- code -- to invent the machinery of the modern age. By examining the dialogues we developed for and through the communication tools of the industrial revolution, readers discover they have a context for comprehending today's world of computers, bar code scanners, and fiber optics. The work of legendary computer book author Charles Petzold has influenced an entire generation of programmers -- and with ""Code"", Microsoft Press is proud to bring this extraordinary writer's compelling narrative style and wit to a general audience.

About the Author

Charles Petzold wrote the classic Programming Windows®, which is currently in its fifth edition and one of the best-known and widely used programming books of all time. He was honored in 1994 with the Windows Pioneer Award, presented by Microsoft® founder Bill Gates and Windows Magazine. He has been programming with Windows since first obtaining a beta Windows 1.0 SDK in the spring of 1985, and he wrote the very first magazine article on Windows programming in 1986. Charles is an MVP for Client Application Development and the author of several other books including Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software.