PROGRAMMING Flashcards
A step by step procedure for solving a problem or completing a task using symbols and arrows.
Flowchart
A method of writing instruction in steps rather than using symbols
Algorithm
The shape used in a flowchart to represent the start or end of a process
Oval
The shape used in flowchart to represent a decision-making step
Diamond
The shape used in flowchart to represent a process or operation
Rectangle
The shape used in a flowchart to represent input or output.
Parallelogram
The connection used in a flowchart to show the flow of processes
Arrow (Flowline)
The main difference between an algorithm and a flowchart
An algorithm is written in steps (pure text) while a flowchart uses graphical symbols.
What is the first step in creating an algorithm?
Identify the problem
After identifying the problem, what is the next step in an algorithm?
Analyze the problem
What comes after analyzing the problem in an algorithm?
Develop a step by step procedure (write the algorithm)
Once the algorithm is written, what is the next step before implementation?
Convert the algorithm into a flowchart
What is the process of writing, testing, and maintaining code to perform a specific task?
Programming
What is a set of instruction that a computer follows to perform a task?
Program
