Programming Concepts Flashcard

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What is the skill called when Michael is learning to write instructions for a computer?

Back

To write code or instructions for a computer

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What is the purpose of "debugging"?

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To check code for mistakes and try to fix errors

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What is an "event" in programming?

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An action that causes something to happen

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What does a "loop" do in programming?

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It repeats an action over and over again

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What is "programming" similar to?

Back

Writing code or instructions

Front

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of debugging?

• To fix errors in code
• To check code for mistakes
• To write new code
• To improve code quality

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To write new code

Front

Which term describes doing something repeatedly in programming?

Back

Loop

Front

What is the main goal of coding?

Back

To write instructions for a computer