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In this introductory part, I present the book’s goals. The issues of neuroimaging, neuroimaging software, computer programming, and open source, are initially presented. After a brief description of the methods employed, I give an outline of the book’s structure.

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  1. 1.

    By means of code, programmers make the computer realize structured and repetitive operations called “algorithms.” These latter frequently receive some inputs, which are processed and converted into outputs. If algorithms are correctly implemented, the same input will always generate the same output.

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    The word “hacker” will also be used in this book. Even though this word has recently gained a negative connotation (somebody who realizes criminal actions on the internet), it is worth trying to contribute towards reviving the original usage of this term, making reference to people who possess outstanding programming skills.

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