(2011-02-14) Nature Of Code Book

Can we capture the unpredictable Evolution-ary and emergent (Emergence) properties of nature in software? Can understanding the mathematical principles behind our physical world world help us to create digital worlds? This book will focus on the programming strategies and techniques behind computer Simulation-s of Natural System-s. We’ll explore topics ranging from basic mathematics and physics concepts to more advanced simulations of Complex System-s. Subjects covered will include forces, trigonometry, Fractal-s, Cellular Automata, Self Organization, and Genetic Algorithm-s. Examples will be demonstrated using Processing with a focus on object oriented programming.