Ch. 1.6: The Programming Process

Question 1

What are the suggested steps for writing a program?

Answer 1

1. Define what the program is to do.
2. Visualize the program running on the computer.
3. Use design tools such as a hierarchy chart, flowcharts or pseudocode to create a model of the program.
4. Check the model for logical errors.
5. Type the code, save it, and compile it.
6. Correct any errors found during compilation. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as many time necessary.
7. Run the program with test data for input.
8. Repeat steps 5 through 8 as many time as necessary.
9. Validate the results of the program.

Question 2

What is a hierarchy chart?

Answer 2

A diagram that graphically depicts the structure of a program with boxes representing each step in the program. Refining tasks into smaller tasks.

Question 3

What is a flowchart?

Answer 3

A diagram that shows the logical flow of a program.

Question 4

What is pseudocode?

Answer 4

A cross between human language and programming language giving a broad view of the program.