Donald Knuth: Algorithms, Complexity, and The Art of Computer Programming | Lex Fridman Podcast #62
Lex Fridman
Why leaders watch it
An interview with a legendary computer scientist on craft and work habits; mostly technical.
Lex Fridman interviews Donald Knuth about algorithms, complexity, The Art of Computer Programming, and his work habits. The conversation covers his approach to verifying algorithms and how he organises his time.
Topics: Historic leaders & pioneers, Learning & growth
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