Modern Fortran Explained: Incorporating Fortran 2023

Fortran is a high-performance programming language used in scientific, numerical, and engineering computing. Fortran 2023, the latest standard, introduces object-oriented programming and coarrays, enhancing its capabilities. Modern Fortran, with its ability to optimize multi-dimensional arrays, is well-suited for tackling complex scientific computing problems. This third edition of Modern Fortran Explained provides a comprehensive and up-to-date description of Fortran 2018 and the additional features of Fortran 2023. Written by experts, it is a valuable reference work for the field.

Format: Hardback
Length: 576 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Fortran, a prominent programming language in high-performance scientific, numerical, and engineering computing, has undergone significant revisions over the years. The latest standard, Fortran 2023, introduces further enhancements and improvements to its capabilities. Modern Fortran, as defined by its recent standards, including object-oriented programming and coarrays, is widely recognized in the literature. Fortran's strengths lie in its ability to optimize complex arithmetic operations, particularly with multi-dimensional arrays, due to its natural handling of these data structures and constrained pointers. This language is expected to remain relevant for tackling significant scientific computing problems in the future, serving as a testament to its early pioneers.

The third edition of Modern Fortran Explained, published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., expands on the second edition. The material from the second edition's final four chapters has been integrated into the main text, providing a comprehensive and uniform description of Fortran 2018 in 20 chapters. Additionally, two final chapters cover the additional features introduced by Fortran 2023, which are primarily minor in nature. This structured approach allows readers to easily distinguish between the old and new aspects of the language.

Written by experts in the field, three of whom have a Ph.D. in computer science, this new edition offers a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to Fortran programming. It covers various topics, including language fundamentals, data types, statements, functions, subroutines, and modules. The book also discusses advanced topics such as generic programming, parallel programming, and object-oriented programming in Fortran.

Modern Fortran Explained is an essential resource for anyone working with Fortran, whether they are beginners or experienced programmers. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the language, its features, and its applications, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. With its emphasis on practicality and clarity, this book is sure to be a valuable tool for anyone seeking to enhance their skills in high-performance scientific computing.

Weight: 1082g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198876571
Edition number: 6 Revised edition