Part 1. Getting started with Modern Fortran

In this part, you’ll get a taste of Fortran and a gentle introduction into the language.

In chapter 1, we’ll discuss the design and features of Fortran, and the kinds of problems for which Fortran is suitable. You’ll learn why parallel programming is important and when you should use it.

In chapter 2, we’ll build a minimal working example of the tsunami simulator that we’ll be working on throughout the book. This example will give you a taste of the Fortran essentials: variable declaration, data types, arrays, loops, and branches.

If you’re new to Fortran, this is the place to start. At the end of this part of the book, you’ll be able to write simple yet useful Fortran programs. More importantly, you’ll be ready to learn about Fortran essentials in more depth.