LibGuides: Computer Science Research Guide: Computer Programming

Computer Programming

Computer programming is the act of communicating instructions to different levels of computing devices (such as hardware or software) so they can carry out tasks intended by the programmer or coder. Programmers write code in computer languages like HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Python, Java, C/C++, C#, MIPS, SQL and others, and then test and debug their code to verify it performs to specification.

We have gathered some resources below to assist your computer programming coursework and research.

Library Resources

ACM Digital Library This link opens in a new window
A key collection of citations and journal articles in computer science from the Association for Computing Machinery covering topics specific to computer programming such as algorithm design and analysis, logic, real-time languages, formal languages and automata theory, software organization, software notation, software tools, and more. Publication dates: 1908 - current
IEEE Xplore This link opens in a new window
Technical literature in computer science, electrical engineering, and electronics. A particularly useful resource when creating or researching computer programming to control hardware devices, such as robots and other forms of electronics. Coverage: 1864 - current

Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology 4th Edition
Provides an extensive summary of how computer technology has developed over decades, the future of computer programs and applications, and the significance of computer components. Topics include Programming Languages, Big Data, Bioinformatics, Cyberterrorism, and more (2021).

Web Resources

GeeksforGeeks
A Computer Science portal for geeks. Their mission is to empower programmers and technology enthusiasts worldwide to excel in their coding skills and unleash their full potential. Contains well written and well explained computer science and programming articles, tutorials, quizzes and practice interview questions. GeeksforGeeks offers courses on topics like C++, Java programming, job interviewing and provides resources for various programming languages, algorithms and data structures.
W3 Schools
A free educational website for learning coding online. A great resource for beginners learning HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Offers a Python Tutorial, which has well-organized lessons and examples.
Stack Overflow
A public forum where you can find answers to your programming and debugging questions from peers and experts worldwide. The site serves as a repository of information about computer programming. Stack Overflow facilitates collaboration, problem-solving, and knowledge-sharing among individuals, groups, and organizations.