11 Best Books on Fortran

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Fortran, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Fortran Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Fortran below.

 
1."Introduction to Programming with Fortran" by Ian Chivers
“Introduction to Programming with Fortran” Book Review: This book is for people who want to learn the basics of programming. The book is written in modern language that is easy to understand. The first few chapters explain computer systems, operating systems, and how to solve problems using programming languages. They also explain arithmetic, arrays, outputting results, and reading data. The rest of the book talks about files, functions, control structures, characters, complex types, and other topics. To make it easier to understand, there are case studies included in the book. This book will help people improve their programming skills.

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2."Fortran 95/2003 for Scientists & Engineers" by Stephen Chapman
“Fortran 95/2003 for Scientists & Engineers” Book Review: The content of the book revolves around Fortran 95/2003 programming language and structured programming techniques. The chapters of this book are comprehensive and contain a detailed description of Fortran syntax and programming procedures. The topics featured in the book are illustrated and supported with the help of several examples and exercises. The codes written in the older versions of Fortran are clearly explained. The book will be suitable for both first year engineering students as well as practicing engineers.

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3."Schaum's Outline of Programming with Fortran 77" by Willam Mayo
“Schaum’s Outline of Programming with Fortran 77” Book Review: The book has been updated and improved to cover essential components and the latest developments in Fortran 77. It explains every programming concept related to Fortran 77 in a precise and easy-to-understand way. Each chapter provides a detailed step-by-step explanation of various topics and comes with many examples. There are also several solved and unsolved problems and exercises to help readers practice and evaluate their understanding. The book goes further by exploring practical concepts and real-world applications of Fortran 77.

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4."Modern Fortran in Practice" by Arjen Markus
“Modern Fortran in Practice” Book Review: This book is primarily intended for Fortran programmers seeking to utilize its features and concepts in the 21st century. The book’s chapters are modular, compact, precise, object-oriented, and resource-efficient. The text emphasizes the use of multiple processors, and thoroughly explains topics such as memory management, graphics and GUIs, and parallel computing using MPI, OpenMP, and co-arrays. The book also underscores the significance of numerous open-source libraries. It comprises a plethora of numerical algorithms, along with their implementation, and provides several examples to aid in better comprehension for the reader.

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5."Modern Fortran Explained" by Michael Metcalf
“Modern Fortran Explained” Book Review: This book is a thoroughly updated and revised version that presents a comprehensive and authoritative elucidation of Fortran in its modern form. It starts with an intricate depiction of Fortran 95 and Fortran 2003, along with array features. It then delves into numerous topics and concepts based on Fortran 2008, uniquely covering all three language levels. The textbook comprises various appendices and references. The book will benefit both new and current users of the language, as well as students, practitioners, and professionals involved in scientific and numerical computing.

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6."Fortran 90 Programming (International Computer Science Series)" by T M R Ellis and Ivor R Phillips
“Fortran 90 Programming (International Computer Science Series)” Book Review: This book’s objective is to provide a comprehensive overview of the new Fortran 90 language, portraying it as a potent tool for problem-solving in engineering and science. Each chapter covers all the significant features of Fortran 90, describing the design rationale from the perspective of the language discussed. The text also highlights recent advancements in the Fortran 90 language. This book will benefit both students and professionals in the field of computer science and engineering.

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7."Guide to Fortran Programming" by Daniel D McCracken
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8."Fortran Programming" by Fredric Stuart
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9."Modern Fortran Explained (Numerical Mathematics and Scientific Computation)" by Michael Metcalf and John Reid
“Modern Fortran Explained (Numerical Mathematics and Scientific Computation)” Book Review: This book will useful to students, professionals, and educators in the domains of numerical mathematics and scientific computation. The first few chapters offer an in-depth description of each concept associated with Fortran 95 and Fortran 2003. The remaining chapters focus on co-arrays and Fortran 2008, efficiently describing topics of all three languages. The book introduces modern topics such as object-orientation, co-arrays for parallel programming, and interoperability with C. It presents an excellent amalgamation of diverse concepts of numerical mathematics and scientific computation.

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10."Fortran Programming" by Jamison and Robert V
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11."Computer Applications in Physics with Fortran" by Chandra S
“Computer Applications in Physics with Fortran” Book Review: This book is a detailed guide to using the Fortran programming language for scientific computing. It explains everything about Fortran and covers topics like numerical methods, data analysis, and simulation techniques. There are many examples and exercises to help readers understand the material better. The book is particularly useful for physicists, engineers, and other scientists who want to improve their computational skills using Fortran.

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