The Art of Computer Programming

Site offer Donald E. Knuth is known throughout the world for his pioneering work on algorithms and programming techniques, for his invention of the Tex and Metafont systems for computer typesetting, and for his prolific and influential writing, most notiably The Art of Computer Programming. This multivolume work on the analysis of algorithms has long been recognized as the definitive description of classical computer science.

The three complete volumes published to date already comprise a unique and invaluable resource in programming theory and practice. Countless readers have spoken about the profound personal influence of Knuth's writings. Scientists have marveled at the beauty and elegance of his analysis, while practicing programmers have successfully applied his "cookbook" solutions to their day-to-day problems.

And now, we can take a first look at the eagerly anticipated Volume 4 of The Art of Computer Programming. For the fourth and later volumes of the set, and to update parts of the existing three, Knuth has created a series of small books called fascicles, which will be published at regular intervals. Each fascicle will encompass a section or more of wholly new or revised material. You can find the two first installments below with the usual 30 per cent off Register bookshop discount.

• Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1, Fascicle 1, The
  RRP £10.99 - Reg price - £7.69 - Saving £3.30 (30%)
  Fascicle 1 introduces MMIX, reflecting thirty years of change to the MIX computer, a significant update to key material from Volume 1.
• Art of Computer Programming, Volume 4, Fascicle 2, The
  RRP £10.99 - Reg price - £7.69 - Saving £3.30 (30%)
  The first look at the eagerly anticipated Volume 4 of The Art of Computer Programming
• Imperfect XML
  RRP £28.99 - Reg price - £20.29 - Saving £8.70 (30%)
  Insider's guide reveals the promise and the pitfalls inherent in every XML project... and what to do to make sure your project succeeds.
• C++ Primer
  RRP £35.99 - Reg price - £25.19 - Saving £10.80 (30%)
  A best-seller completely revised and rewritten to conform to today's C++ usage.
• Agile Java™
  RRP £35.99 - Reg price - £25.19 - Saving £10.80 (30%)
  Learn what it takes to build a professional, robust software system using Java, integrating the best features of Test- Driven Development.
• Understanding SOA with Web Services
  RRP £28.99 - Reg price - £20.29 - Saving £8.70 (30%)
  A solid introduction to SOA; it's the first book a developer/ technical manager should read on the subject.
• RFID Field Guide
  RRP £28.99 - Reg price - £20.29 - Saving £8.70 (30%)
  The definitive guide to understanding RFID technology's benefits and implementation.
• IBM WebSphere® Application Server for Distributed Platforms and z/OS®
  RRP £50.99 - Reg price - £35.69 - Saving £15.30 (30%)
  A complete reference to WebSphere administration presented in an easy-to-learn, engaging manner for both distributed and z/OS platforms.
• Ultimate ICDL Exam Cram 2 Study Kit, The
  RRP £27.99 - Reg price - £19.59 - Saving £8.40 (30%)
  Includes the ICDL Exam Cram 2, covering exactly what readers must know to pass the latest ICDL modules, as well as the ICDL Practice Questions Exam Cram 2, which offers 500 questions to help readers test their understanding.
• Game Character Development with Maya
  RRP £37.99 - Reg price - £26.59 - Saving £11.40 (30%)
  Great games have great characters: This comprehensive guide shows users how to create them using Maya 3D modeling software!
• Premiere Elements for Windows
  RRP £13.99 - Reg price - £9.79 - Saving £4.20 (30%)
  Just because you don't work for a major production house and you don't plan to add Star Wars style special effects to your latest movie project doesn't mean you don't want to do interesting things with the video you've shot.
• Adobe Acrobat 7 in a Snap
  RRP £13.99 - Reg price - £9.79 - Saving £4.20 (30%)
  Covering both the Standard and Profesional versions of Acrobat, Adobe Acrobat in a Snap offers readers a way to quickly accomplish tasks in Acrobat and get back to work.
• Sams Teach Yourself Digital Video and DVD Authoring All in One
  RRP £21.99 - Reg price - £15.39 - Saving £6.60 (30%)
  All the answers to all your digital video questions -- in one big, easy-to-understand book!

Don’t forget your opportunity to review current and previous offers.

• The Reg Bestsellers
• Last week at The Reg
• Great new releases
• This week's book bag