 ##  [Logic Programming](/logic-programming) 

  ##  [Logic Programming](https://mathlogic.quantumdictionary.io/logic-programming-0) 

  
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**Mathematics &amp; Logic Dictionary**

 
Definition

A programming and reasoning paradigm where programs are expressed as sets of logical clauses and computation proceeds by goal-directed proof search, typically using unification and backtracking to find derivations that satisfy goals.