How to improve my math skills to become a better programmer [closed]

Answer 1

If you want to understand software, study category theory

Answer 2

I think it depends. One book that I've enjoyed reading -- which starts with a maths revisit -- is Matt Buckland's Programming Game AI by Example.

A quick google produced this book, but again it depends on what sort of programming you're doing or plan on doing.

I personally don't think you can go wrong with a good understanding of physics and algebraic math.

Answer 3

Ultimately, you need to "spend some time in the saddle" and pick something of interest and then learn how to use it. I was interested in game programming math and picked up the New Riders book on the subject - don't remember the name at the moment. It had concepts and exercises and as I progressed through it, I felt that not only did I understand the concepts and theory but how to put it into practice.

You might take a look at some of these related questions. There are some good answers there. They might not all be applicable in your case, but some will be.

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https://stackoverflow.com/questions/651865/basic-math-book-for-a-programmer

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https://stackoverflow.com/questions/509488/recommendations-for-discrete-math-resources

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https://stackoverflow.com/questions/420500/helpful-math-classes-for-programmers

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Answer 4

1. Practice Practice Practice
2. Use the tutoring services that are generally available at most universities (this will usually be free and paid for using your tuition money).