Proof in the Code

Proof in the Code

by Kevin Hartnett

Quanta Books · 2026 · 288 pages

Discover the revolutionary software that's changing how we prove mathematical concepts and advance artificial intelligence. This compelling journalistic account chronicles the unexpected journey of Lean, a tool born from a simple bug checker, which has evolved into a powerful "truth machine." Follow the mathematicians and engineers who, with near-religious fervor, are using it to achieve absolute certainty and unlock new frontiers in computation. If you're fascinated by the intersection of logic, code, and the very nature of knowledge, this book offers an illuminating look into a quiet revolution.

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