UNTIS 2 EXAM FINAL Flashcards
Verification
The process of checking that data entered matches the original source (e.g., proofreading).
Validation
Ensuring the reasonableness and completeness of data, using existence, range, and type checks.
Testing
Ensuring the solution operates as intended, using test data and testing methods.
Types of Testing
Informal Testing: Ongoing testing done while working.
Formal Testing: Pre-planned and documented tests, including testing tables.
Evaluation
Determining how well the solution meets the set requirements after implementation.
Evaluation Criteria
Measures of efficiency (time, cost, effort) and effectiveness (accessibility, accuracy, usability).
Data Types
Binary Data: Data represented as 0s and 1s, used in images and sound.
Boolean Data: True or False data (e.g., Yes/No answers).
Character Data: Letters, numbers, or symbols.
Numeric Data: Includes integers and floating-point numbers.
Design Principles
Usability: Flexibility, accessibility, robustness.
Appearance: Contrast, alignment, balance, space, text and table formatting and image use.
Effectiveness
Definition: How well a solution achieves its goals, including factors like accuracy, usability, and completeness.
Efficiency
How well time, cost, and effort are used to achieve intended results.
Databases - DO IT AT THE END/ EMAIL TO ASK IF THIS ON TEST.
Flat File: A database with no links between tables (single table).
Relational Database: A database where tables are linked via keys (e.g., primary keys).
One-to-One Relationship: One record in one table is linked to one record in another.
One-to-Many Relationship: One record in one table links to multiple records in another table.
Primary Key: A unique identifier for records in a table.
Secondary Key: Used for searching but not unique.
Query, Forms, and Reports
Query: A request for data retrieval from a database.
Form: An interface for entering or displaying data.
Report: Structured output, usually formatted for printing.
Spreadsheets
Setup: Includes multiple worksheets, tables, graphs, and data manipulation.
Formats and Conventions: Presentation of data, alignment, and correct data types.
Manipulation of data: Formula, coding data.
Webpages
Setup: Requires proper file structure, templates, and folders for assets (CSS, images).
Formats and Conventions: Aligning content, presenting data correctly.
Manipulation of data: Edit text, create links.
Website Design Tools
IPO Charts: Define inputs, processes, and outputs.
Storyboards: Visual layouts of web content.
Sitemaps: Hierarchical structure of the website.
Qualitative Data
Descriptive data (e.g., interview responses, observations).
Quantitative Data
Measurable data, usually numeric (e.g., survey statistics).