Computing as a Discipline
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"Computing as a Discipline" is a seminal 1989 paper by Peter J. Denning that systematically defined the intellectual structure and core subfields of computer science as an academic discipline.
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| Computing as a Discipline canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
This entity first appeared as the object of triple T1386217 — resolving that mention is where its identity was fixed. The disambiguator weighed these candidate entities and picked the highlighted one (or “None”, minting a new entity). This is how homonymy is resolved: the same surface form can point to different entities.
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Computing as a Discipline Context triple: [Peter J. Denning, notableWork, Computing as a Discipline]
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A.
Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About
Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About is a reflective book by Donald E. Knuth in which he discusses the philosophical, spiritual, and personal dimensions underlying his life and work in computer science.
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B.
School of Computing
The School of Computing is an academic department of Robert Gordon University in Scotland that focuses on computer science, software development, and related digital technologies.
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C.
Computational Complexity: A Conceptual Perspective
Computational Complexity: A Conceptual Perspective is a graduate-level textbook that presents the foundations and key themes of computational complexity theory with an emphasis on conceptual understanding over technical detail.
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D.
Mathematics and Computation
"Mathematics and Computation" is a book by Avi Wigderson that explores the deep connections between theoretical computer science and mathematics, emphasizing how computational complexity shapes modern mathematical thought.
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E.
School of Computing and Engineering
The School of Computing and Engineering is an academic unit of the University of Missouri–Kansas City that offers programs and research opportunities in computer science, information technology, and engineering disciplines.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Computing as a Discipline Target entity description: "Computing as a Discipline" is a seminal 1989 paper by Peter J. Denning that systematically defined the intellectual structure and core subfields of computer science as an academic discipline.
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A.
Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About
Things a Computer Scientist Rarely Talks About is a reflective book by Donald E. Knuth in which he discusses the philosophical, spiritual, and personal dimensions underlying his life and work in computer science.
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B.
School of Computing
The School of Computing is an academic department of Robert Gordon University in Scotland that focuses on computer science, software development, and related digital technologies.
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C.
Computational Complexity: A Conceptual Perspective
Computational Complexity: A Conceptual Perspective is a graduate-level textbook that presents the foundations and key themes of computational complexity theory with an emphasis on conceptual understanding over technical detail.
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D.
Mathematics and Computation
"Mathematics and Computation" is a book by Avi Wigderson that explores the deep connections between theoretical computer science and mathematics, emphasizing how computational complexity shapes modern mathematical thought.
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E.
School of Computing and Engineering
The School of Computing and Engineering is an academic unit of the University of Missouri–Kansas City that offers programs and research opportunities in computer science, information technology, and engineering disciplines.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (41)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
academic paper
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scholarly article ⓘ |
| addresses |
boundaries of computer science as a discipline
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classification of subfields in computer science ⓘ organization of computing knowledge ⓘ relationship between theory and practice in computing ⓘ |
| author | Peter J. Denning ⓘ |
| citedAs | seminal work in defining computer science as a discipline ⓘ |
| describedBySource | seminal 1989 paper by Peter J. Denning that systematically defined the intellectual structure and core subfields of computer science as an academic discipline ⓘ |
| field |
computer science
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computing education ⓘ history of computing ⓘ |
| genre |
position paper
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theoretical analysis of a discipline ⓘ |
| hasAuthorRole | Peter J. Denning as computer scientist ⓘ |
| hasImpactOn |
debates about the nature of computing
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frameworks for organizing computer science research areas ⓘ subsequent discussions of computing as a science ⓘ |
| hasInfluenceOn |
ACM curriculum recommendations
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linked to:
ACM
computer science curriculum design ⓘ definition of core areas of computer science ⓘ recognition of computing as a distinct scientific discipline ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| mainTopic |
computer science as an academic discipline
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core subfields of computer science ⓘ intellectual structure of computing ⓘ |
| notableFor |
articulating core subfields of computer science
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clarifying the disciplinary identity of computing ⓘ systematically defining the intellectual structure of computing ⓘ |
| proposes | systematic framework for computing as a discipline ⓘ |
| publicationDecade | 1980s ⓘ |
| publicationYear | 1989 ⓘ |
| relatedConcept |
computing curricula
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core body of knowledge in computer science ⓘ disciplinary identity of computing ⓘ structure of scientific disciplines ⓘ |
| relatedWork | later curriculum reports in computer science ⓘ |
| targetAudience |
academic administrators
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computer science educators ⓘ computing researchers ⓘ |
| timePeriodContext | late 20th century development of computer science ⓘ |
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Instruction
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Subject: Computing as a Discipline Description of subject: "Computing as a Discipline" is a seminal 1989 paper by Peter J. Denning that systematically defined the intellectual structure and core subfields of computer science as an academic discipline.
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