Basics of Coding Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is the term used to describe a mistake or error in a program?

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Bug

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Which of the following is a sequence of instructions that a computer can execute? Variable, Program, String, Control

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Program

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

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Debugging

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Which of the following is a set of steps to solve a problem or perform a task? Algorithm, Developer, Control, Variable

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Algorithm

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What is the term for a named space in memory where data can be stored and changed?

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Variable

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Which of the following best describes a "string" in programming? A sequence of characters, A type of bug, A control structure, A mathematical operation

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A sequence of characters

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How does "nesting" work in programming?

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Placing one control structure inside another

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What is the role of a developer in the context of programming?

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To write and maintain code

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What is a person who creates applications called?

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A developer

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What is the difference between coding and programming?

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Coding is writing code, while programming includes planning and testing.