Mathematics for Digital Science 3: Data Analysis and Optimization (ISTE Invoiced)

Over the past century, advancements in computer science have consistently resulted from extensive mathematical work. Even today, innovations in the digital domain continue to be grounded in a strong mathematical foundation. To succeed in this profession, both today's students and tomorrow’s computer engineers need a solid mathematical background.

The goal of this book series is to offer a solid foundation of the knowledge essential to working in the digital sector. Across three volumes, it explores fundamental principles, digital information, data analysis, and optimization. Whether the reader is pursuing initial training or looking to deepen their expertise, the Mathematics for Digital Science series revisits familiar concepts, helping them refresh and expand their knowledge while also introducing equally essential, newer topics.

Gérard-Michel Cochard is Professor Emeritus at Université de Picardie Jules Verne, France, where he has held various senior positions. He has also served at the French Ministry of Education and the CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers). His research is conducted at the Eco-PRocédés, Optimisation et Aide à la Décision (EPROAD) laboratory, France.

Mhand Hifi is Professor of Computer Science at Université de Picardie Jules Verne, France, where he heads the EPROAD UR 4669 laboratory and manages the ROD team. As an expert in operations research and NP-hard problem-solving, he actively contributes to numerous international conferences and journals in the field.