A Programming Language

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A Programming Language

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…the initials of) the book A Programming Language (1962) by Kenneth E. Iverson of IBM. It has been adapted for use in many different computers and fields because of its concise syntax. Statements are expressed with simple notations that have powerful built-in operational functions such as looping, sorting, and selection.…
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…the initials of) the book A Programming Language (1962) by Kenneth E. Iverson of IBM. It has been adapted for use in many different computers and fields because of its concise syntax. Statements are expressed with simple notations that have powerful built-in operational functions such as looping, sorting, and selection.…
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Kenneth E. Iverson
…the title of his book A Programming Language [1962]). The language made efficient use of the slow communication speeds of the computer terminals of that time, and APL enjoyed an enthusiastic following.
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…the title of his book A Programming Language [1962]). The language made efficient use of the slow communication speeds of the computer terminals of that time, and APL enjoyed an enthusiastic following.
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