AP CSP Unit 3: Lessons 2-7 Vocab Flashcard

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A sequence of instructions for processes executable by a computer

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Algorithm

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To repeat to achieve a desired goal.

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Iterate

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Commands in order for computers to read them.

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Sequencing

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A programming language that captures only the most primitive operations available to a machine. Anything a computer can do can be represented with low level commands.

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Low Level Programming Language

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Function: A named group of programming instructions.

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A named group of programming instructions.

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Problem-solving approach that breaks down a system to understand its sub-systems.

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Top Down Design

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A collection of commands available to a programmer.

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API

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Base-16 number system using symbols 0-9 and A-F for 0 to 15.

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Hexadecimal

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Extra info passed to a function to customize it.

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Parameter

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High Level Programming Language

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A language with many commands and features to simplify common programming tasks.