PLTW App Developer Word Bank Lesson 1.1

What is a computer scientist?

• Scientist who apply their knowledge of electricity and coding.

• Scientists who apply their knowledge of computation to creating solutions using a computer system.

• Scientists who apply their knowledge of how computers work to make games.

• Scientists who apply their knowledge of computation to make apps for phones.

what is a mobile application or app?

• A way to take your games with you on your phones.

• A method to track your steps everyday.

• A type of software application designed to run on a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet computer.

• A type of game.

What is computer science?

• The science of using computers with science.

• The computers of science for problem solving.

• The art of using computers and science to make magic

• The science of creating artifacts and solving problems using the help of a computer. Some of the areas of focus include software engineering, programming, data analysis, algorithms, graphics, and animation.

What is camelcase?

• The writing of compound words (like variable names, procedure names, and file names) by starting each word with a capital letter.

• The writing of words so they look like a camel.

• The way of writing words similar to title case.

• The way of writing words in sentence case.

What is an emulator?

• A simulator that allows you to test your code.

• A simulator that imitates a program or events.

What is software?

• Programs that run on a tablet.

• Programs that run on phones.

• Programs that run on a computer or other electronic devices.

What does PLTW stand for?

• Princess Leah's The Winner

• Protected Lanes That Way

• Powerful Ladies This Way

• Project Lead The Way

This App Developer Class is a

• Math Class

• Science Class

• Social Studies Class

• STEM class

The purpose of PLTW App developer class is to

• help me learn about STEM careers.

• help me develop App developer skills so I can create my own apps and help me learn about STEM careers.

• help me to become better at critical thinking

I think this class will

• help me understand STEM

• help me to create my own app

• help me to understand computer science

• help me to enjoy science