Sunday, October 9, 2011
Algorithms
Opening a Door and entering a room
- Reach for door knob
- Turn door knob
- Push or Pull door open
- Take needed steps forward
- Enter room
Definitions
1.
Algorithms
A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem solving operations (esp. by computer)
2.
Pseudocode
Compact and informal high-level description of a computer programming algorithm
3.
Machine Language
A programming language designed for use on a specific class of computer
4.
High Level Computer Language
A computer language with strong abstraction from the details of the computer
5.
Flowchart
A diagram of a specific sequence of operations in a computer program
6.
Sequence
A particular order in which related events movements or things follow each other
7.
Selection
Also called a decision, one of the three basic logic structures of computer programming.
8.
Repetition
The recurrence of an action or event.
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