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Learning ObjectivesREVISION
2.1.7 Programming
Algorithm
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A set of rules that define the solution to a
problem.
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High Level Code
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A language that humans can understand
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Machine Code
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A language the CPU understands - binary
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Translators
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Converts high level code to machine code.
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Compiler
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Translates the code all together
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Interpreter
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Translates the code line by line.
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Assembler
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Converts code into a CPU specific language
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IDE
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Integrated Development Environment
1. Code editor
2. Error checking
3. Translator
4. Run time environment
5. Auto documentation
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Sequence
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Statements must be written in the correct
order
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Selection
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A program will perform an action based on a
condition.
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Iteration
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Code is repeat for a set number of times, or
until a condition has been met.
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Variable
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A value that can change while the
program is running.
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Constant
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A value that does not change while the
program is running.
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Datatypes
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Integer – a whole number
Float – a decimal number
Boolean – a true or false value
String – a combination of characters
Character – a single textual character
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Arrays
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A data structure that stores multiple pieces of data of the same
datatype.
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Syntax Errors
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An error with the code that stops the program
working
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Logic Errors
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The program will work, but not as expected.
