Flashcard on Algorithms

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What is an algorithm?

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A set of instructions designed to solve a problem

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What is programming?

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Creating a set of instructions for a computer to follow

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What does the term "Bug" refer to in a computer program?

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An error, flaw, or defect

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What is a loop in coding?

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A set of instructions that repeats for a preset number of times.

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What is a programming language?

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A tool used to write software.

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What does the term "Syntax" refer to in programming?

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The rules that govern the structure of a programming language

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What is the process of reviewing code to fix errors called?

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Debugging