Flashcards on Key Concepts

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Iterative Approach

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An iterative approach involves repeatedly refining a solution or process through cycles of planning, execution, and review to achieve continuous improvement.

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Quantitative and Qualitative Data

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Quantitative data is numerical information that can be measured and analyzed statistically, while qualitative data is descriptive information that captures characteristics, qualities, or categories rather than numbers.

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Purpose of Visualisations

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Visualisations make complex data easier to understand and interpret by presenting it visually, helping to communicate patterns, trends, and insights quickly to support better decision making and storytelling.

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Expert Systems - Diagnosing

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An expert system for diagnosing is a computer program that mimics a human medical expert’s decision making using a knowledge base and inference engine to analyze patient information and provide diagnostic suggestions or recommendations.

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Blockchain Technology

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A way of securely recording transactions in a digital ledger that is decentralized and distributed across many computers, making records transparent, tamper-resistant, and immutable.

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Software Privacy and Security of Data

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Software privacy is about giving users control over their personal information within software, ensuring data is only shared or accessed as intended. Software security of data means protecting digital information from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss by using safeguards like access controls, encryption, and secure coding practices.

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Unstructured Data Set

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Information in different formats like emails, photos, and social media posts without a fixed layout, making it hard to organize or analyze using regular database tools.

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Decision Tree

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A simple flowchart-like diagram used to make decisions by breaking down a problem into a series of yes/no questions or choices, leading from one decision point to multiple possible outcomes.

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Gantt Chart

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A project management tool used to visually show the schedule of tasks over time, including their start and end dates, progress, and dependencies, helping teams plan, track, and coordinate work efficiently.

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Implementation Plan

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A clear step-by-step guide that explains who will do what, when, and with what resources to achieve a project goal.