Basic Programming Concepts

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Sequence

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Doing steps in order, one after another (like following a recipe). Example: First turn on the light, then open the door.

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Loop

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A way to make something repeat until it's finished. Example: Keep brushing your teeth until they’re clean.

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Condition

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A decision based on something being true or false. Example: If it’s raining, take an umbrella.

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If/Else Statement

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A rule that tells the computer what to do in two different situations. Example: If you finish homework, play outside; else, keep working.

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Input

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Data or information you give to the computer. Example: Pressing a key or clicking a button.

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Output

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What the computer shows or gives back to you. Example: Showing a picture or making a sound.

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Variable

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A 'box' in the computer’s memory that holds information that can change. Example: The score in a game.

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Function

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A block of code that does one job and can be reused. Example: A 'jump' function for a game character.

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Event

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Something that happens to trigger an action in the program. Example: Clicking a mouse or pressing a space bar.

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For Loop

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A loop that repeats a set number of times. Example: Say 'hello' 5 times.