CompSciKira: Lesson 1

Front

What is the study of how computers can be used to solve problems called?

Back

Computer science

Front

What is a written language humans use to communicate instructions to computers?

Back

Programming language

Front

What is a sequence of instructions for a computer to follow called?

Back

Computer program

Front

What term is synonymous with instructions for a computer?

Back

Code

Front

What is a specific instruction for a computer to complete a task called?

Back

Command

Front

What defines how symbols are used in a programming language?

Back

Syntax

Front

What are step-by-step instructions used to solve a problem called?

Back

Algorithm

Front

What is a problem-solving approach that involves breaking down a problem into smaller pieces called?

Back

Computational thinking

Front

What is an error that occurs when a computer program does not do what it was meant to do?

Back

Bug

Front

What is the process of finding and fixing bugs in a computer program called?

Back

Debugging