Offer a contemporary overview of computer science with Schneider/Gersting’s best-selling INVITATION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE, 8E. This flexible, non-language-specific text uses an algorithm-centered approach to provide a foundation in computing. Learning objectives and a clear hierarchy help introduce algorithms, hardware, virtual machines, software development, applications of computing, and social issues. Updated exercises and practice problems challenge students to analyze, evaluate, and approach problems creatively. Special interest boxes and timely content highlight topics such as privacy, drones, cloud computing, and net neutrality. Optional online modules for C++, Java, Python, C#, and Ada integrate seamlessly for the flexibility to teach a specific programming language.Invitation to Computer Science 8th Edition is written by G. Michael Schneider; Judith Gersting and published by Cengage Learning. ISBNs for Invitation to Computer Science are 9781337671354, 1337671355 and the print ISBNs are 9781337561914, 1337561916. Additional ISBNs include 9780357870853, 9781337685931, 9781337678605, 9780357692370.