{"product_id":"formal-specification-and-design-cambridge-tracts-in-theoretical-computer-science-series-number-35-0521435927","title":"Formal Specification and Design (Cambridge Tracts in Theoretical Computer Science, Series Number 35)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0521435927\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feijs, L. M. G.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormal specification is a method for precisely modelling computer-based systems that combines concepts from software engineering and mathematical logic. In this book the authors describe algebraic and state-based specification techniques from the unified view of the Common Object-oriented Language for Design, COLD, a wide-spectrum language in the tradition of VDM and Z. The kernel language is explained in detail, with many examples, including: set representation, a display device, an INGRES-like database system, and a line editor. Fundamental techniques such as initial algebra semantics, loose semantics, partial functions, hiding, sharing, predicate and dynamic logic, abstraction functions, representation of invariants and black-box correctness are also presented. More advanced ideas, for example Horn logic, and large systems are given in the final part. Appendices contain full details of the language's syntax and a specification library. Techniques for software development and design are emphasised throughout, so the book will be an excellent choice for courses in these areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mia Karts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51943770456352,"sku":"NEW0521435927","price":74.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/miakarts.com\/products\/formal-specification-and-design-cambridge-tracts-in-theoretical-computer-science-series-number-35-0521435927","provider":"Miakarts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}