[GAP] E701-009 - New contributions (update notification)

[Javier Miranda]

Our GAP Contributions Page has been updated with two new sections: Books and
Laboratory Materials. We have also added the references supplied by professor
John McCormic: two books on programming with Ada and the link to their Model
Train Laboratory

Regards,

---- Javier Miranda

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Programming and Problem Solving with Ada 95, Second Edition
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, ISBN: 0763707929

Programming and Problem Solving with Ada 95 provides a solid introduction to
programming while introducing the capabilities of Ada 95 and its syntax without
overwhelming the student. The book focuses on the development of good
programming habits. This text offers superior pedagogy that has long defined
computer science education, including problem solving case studies, testing and
debugging sections, quick checks, exam preparation, programming warm-up
exercises, and programming problems.

Authors : Nell Dale, Chip Weems, John C. McCormick
Keywords: Ada 95; Programming; book

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Ada 2005 Plus Data Structures: An Object-Oriented Approach (under construction)

This text will provide a clear, comprehensive introduction to data
structures, algorithms, and data abstraction for freshman and sophomore-level
students who have completed an introductory programming course in Ada or
comparable language. Its accessible introduction to object-oriented design
methodologies is balanced by a solid presentation of traditional abstract data
types, computer science theory, and concepts derived from software engineering
practices. Written in an intuitive style, the text emphasizes abstraction,
information hiding, encapsulation, life-cycle verification, reuse, and analysis
of algorithms. Clear, well-documented code, numerous illustrations, and
effective pedagogical support help students develop strong analytic and
programming skills.

Author  : John C. McCormick
Keywords: Ada 2005; Programming; book

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Real-Time Embedded Systems Lab (Model Train Laboratory)
Authors: John W. McCormick Team
Address: Computer Science Department. University of Northern Iowa.
Description: Describes how to mount a model train laboratory that
    allows your students to experiment with real-time concepts in
    a nice environment.
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