WTB: "An Easy Course in Using the HP-16C" by Edward M. Keefe

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(11-14-2024 07:54 AM)badacktor Wrote:  You know, that reminds me of the story* William Kahan has told about his Solve and Integration algorithms first seen on the 34C. Specifically about the manual and how it was written to explain things at a more granular level, with lower expectations of the user. Evidently HP brass didn't feel that tone was appropriate for their "Professionals Only" customer base, but after the release and the dust settled, the response to the manual was overwhelmingly positive.

I think even the most seasoned professional should always be delighted by a refresher course on a topic they "credentially" (not a real word, don't care) know extraordinarily well. You never know when someone's explanation of something will give you just a slightly different enough perspective to build an even deeper understanding in your mind. Like my dad always tells me, "everyone and everything can always teach you something new if you're willing to learn."

Well stated and personally I could not agree more. IMHO, the fact that this book is rather rare is not because it wasn't needed, but rather a reflection that the 16C was a niche product in the first place and that most original buyers probably would never get rid of it, at least partially for the reasons stated above.