How Martin Gardner’s Mathematical Games Teach You to Think Like a Programmer
Discover how Martin Gardner’s legendary “Mathematical Games” column from Scientific American laid the foundation for computational thinking—teaching puzzle-solving, pattern recognition, logical reasoning, and problem decomposition long before coding was mainstream. Explore how Gardner’s playful puzzles helped millions develop essential skills that translate directly into programming and debugging, making complex concepts accessible and fun. Learn why his approach to persistence, creativity, and systematic thinking still matters in today’s digital and AI-driven world.
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