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Writing for Computer Science by ISBN: 9781447166399Publication Date: 2015-02-09Writing for Computer Science is not only an introduction to the doing and describing of research, but is a valuable reference for working scientists...
Computing as Writing by ISBN: 1452944989Publication Date: 2015What does it mean to be a writer today? Is writing code for an app equivalent to writing a novel?
Campus Writing Resources
HPU Librarians are always happy to help you with your citation questions! If you have questions that are related to general writing style or to writing in a particular discipline, we recommend that you utilize the resources below.
- HPU Writing Center TutorsThe HPU Writing Center is coordinated by the English Department and is available by appointment only. To make an appointment, click on the link above, register as a user, log in, choose a location, and choose an available time slot.
- Tutoring ServicesTutoring is available at no charge for all HPU students. Many tutors are available for specific disciplines and courses, including Communication. To request a tutor or to view the walk-in tutoring schedule, click on the link above.
Citation Styles
The following styles are commonly used in Computer Science, but consult your professor for guidance as to which to use.
Citation Managers
- EndNote X9Members of the HPU community have access to EndNote, a robust citation tool that is available in desktop and cloud-based forms and contains over 5000 citation styles. EndNote also comes with a plugin for Word that allows you to insert citations from your EndNote library as you write. Follow the instructions on this guide to set up your EndNote account.
- ZoteroZotero is a free citation manager that is designed to work within the Firefox browser. Citations are also stored in the cloud, and you can create group libraries that are shared with other Zotero users. You can also download an optional Word plugin to insert citations from your Zotero library as you write.