Gaming Lesson 2 Vocab

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Study of computer design & function (hardware/software)

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computer science

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An error causing unexpected program results, hard to identify as the program runs but behaves incorrectly.

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logic error

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A person who writes instructions using a programming language's code and syntax.

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programmer

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A programmable machine that can receive, process, store, and display information.

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computer

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Code controlling program flow with IF, THEN/ELSE

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logic statement

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A programming structure that directs the computer to follow instructions in order, top to bottom.

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sequential

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Locating and correcting errors in a program through testing.

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debug

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Compiler error due to unrecognized code, preventing program execution.

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syntax error

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Error during program execution causing it to stop, often due to code issues.

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runtime error

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A programming structure that repeats instructions until a condition is met, including while, do/while, and for statements. Also known as iteration or looping structure.

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repetition