PRG1 - Tuesday week 2 - starter

What is the definition of a computer programming paradigm?

• A style or way of thinking about and approaching programming problems
• A specific programming language
• A type of computer hardware
• A method for creating computer graphics

What programming paradigm does the language Haskell support?

• Object-oriented programming
• Procedural programming
• Imperative programming
• Functional programming

What is meant by an 'imperative' programming paradigm?

• A style of programming where the programmer tells the computer what to do by giving it explicit instructions
• A style of programming that focuses on describing the data structure
• A style of programming that emphasises the evaluation of expressions

• A style of programming that focuses on the interaction between objects

Which of these languages supports the declarative programming paradigm?

• C++
• Java
• Python
• SQL

Which is the definition of an Object Oriented paradigm?

• A programming paradigm based on the concept of 'objects', which can contain data and code: data in the form of fields, and code, in the form of procedures
• A programming paradigm that uses 'functions' to perform computations
• A programming paradigm that is primarily concerned with data flow and transformations
• A programming paradigm that emphasizes the use of simple, isolated functions

What is a class (in relation to OOP)?

• A class is a collection of functions.
• A class is a data type in programming.
• A class is a method in object-oriented programming.
• A class is a blueprint for creating objects and defining their behavior.

What is the definition of encapsulation? (In relation to OOP)

• Removing all restrictions on data access
• Allowing access to all internal details
• Hiding internal details and exposing necessary information or methods
• Combining multiple classes into one

Why is maintaining good practices with indentation important when writing JavaScript?

• To make the code more complex and difficult to understand.
• To improve code readability and structure, and to avoid syntax errors and make debugging easier.
• To increase the chances of syntax errors and make debugging harder.
• To save time and effort in writing code.

Why is learning to code a good thing even if you don't want to be a software developer or data analyst?

• Learning to code helps develop problem-solving skills, enhances logical thinking, improves creativity, and provides a better understanding of technology.
• There are no benefits to learning how to code if you don't want to work in technology.
• Coding is only useful for software developers and data analysts.
• Learning to code is a waste of time and effort.

IDE. What's it stand for?

• Interactive Development Environment
• Intelligent Development Environment
• Integrated Design Environment
• Integrated Development Environment