Who this book is for

The primary audience for this book is mid-career software engineers, developers, information technology professionals, and research scientists. It serves as a practical manual for understanding and applying algorithms effectively in various professional contexts.

Although this book was not initially intended as a textbook, given its lack of exercises—which may be included in a future edition – it provides numerous examples that enhance learning. We believe it can be used as a primary or secondary textbook for courses such as Design and Analysis of Algorithms for students in computer science, software engineering, and other related engineering programs. The author, who has been teaching these courses for over a decade, wrote this book to tackle the challenges that often arise when explaining complex algorithmic concepts.

While the book is geared toward readers who have some familiarity with algorithms and a background in mathematics or engineering, certain chapters have broader appeal. Chapters 1 through 5, as well as Chapters 8, 9, and 14, discuss interesting real-life decision-making scenarios, making them accessible and engaging for a wider audience beyond the technical field.