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Stanford Lecture - Don Knuth - "A Conjecture That Had To Be True"

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Explore a fascinating Stanford lecture by renowned computer scientist Donald Knuth on combinatorial geometry and mathematical conjectures. Delve into Knuth's extensive calculations related to a curious problem in the field, uncovering an amazing formula that seemed destined to be universally true. Learn about the intriguing sequel to this mathematical journey as Knuth shares his insights on a conjecture that appeared impossible to refute. Gain valuable knowledge from the "father" of algorithm analysis, author of The Art of Computer Programming, and creator of TeX typesetting system, as he presents his 23rd Annual Christmas Tree Lecture at Stanford University in 2017.

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Stanford Lecture: Don Knuth—"A Conjecture That Had To Be True" (2017)


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