ITSS Flashcards
Computation
The process of performing mathematical calculations or processing data using a computer.
Algorithm
A step-by-step procedure or formula for solving a problem.
Complexity
The measure of the difficulty of solving a problem
Selection
Programming construct that allows for decision-making based on whether a condition is true or false.
Iteration
The repetition of a set of instructions in a program
range() function
Used in python to generate a sequence in a program.
Concatenation
The operation of joining two or more strings together using the + operator in Python.
add() method
Used in Python to add one item to a set.
Dictionary
A collection of key-value pairs in Python.
Comparison Operator
Used to compare two values and return a Boolean value
Decomposition
The process of breaking down a complex problem into smaller, more manageable parts.
Python
A high-level programming language known for its readability and ease of use
Parameter
A variable listed inside the parentheses in the function definition.
Break statement
Used to terminate the execution of a loop immediately
Built-in function
A function provided by Python that is always available for use.
sort() method
Used to sort the elements of a list alphanumerically.
Recursion
A programming technique where a function calls itself to solve a smaller instance of the same problem.
in Operator
Used to test if a value is a member of a sequence
Indentation
The use of whitespace at the beginning of lines to define the structure of code blocks in Python
