Coding Vocabulary

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An error in a program that prevents the program from running as expected.

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bug

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Finding and fixing problems in your algorithm or program.

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debugging

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One or more commands or algorithm(s) designed to be carried out by a computer.

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code

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The action of doing something over and over again.

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loop

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A program that tells the computer what to do. A list of steps used to finish a task.

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algorithm

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A drag and drop text-based programming language used to learn the basics of coding.

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blockly

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a computer graphic that may be moved on-screen.

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sprite

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A term used by developers that means to improve the way your code is written while still making sure it performs the same action.

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refactor

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Finding similarities between things.

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pattern matching

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Statements that run only under certain conditions or situations.

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conditionals