Introduction to Coding

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following best describes the role of syntax in a programming language?

To define the meaning and intended actions of the code.
To specify the data types that can be used in the program.
To outline the step-by-step procedure for solving a specific problem.
To govern the structure and arrangement of symbols, punctuation, and keywords. (correct)

Which programming language is most suitable for web development?

C++
Python
JavaScript (correct)
Java

What is the primary purpose of an algorithm in coding?

To outline a sequence of actions to transform input data into the desired output. (correct)
To manage the allocation of memory resources.
To define the user interface of an application.
To handle errors and exceptions during program execution.

In programming, what is the role of control structures?

To determine the order in which instructions are executed in a program. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which data type is most suitable for storing decimal numbers?

Float (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are functions important in coding?

They help break down complex programs into smaller, manageable parts. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'semantics' refer to in the context of programming?

The meaning of the code and what the computer will do when executing it. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of iterative control structure?

For and While loops (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the primary benefit of modularity in programming?

It enhances code reusability, maintainability, and readability. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), which principle involves bundling data and methods that operate on that data within a single unit (object)?

Encapsulation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of error is typically NOT caught by a compiler or interpreter before a program runs?

Logic error (D) Signup and view all the answers

A team of developers is working on a project using Git. Which feature allows them to work on new features without affecting the main codebase?

Branching (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), which phase involves defining the specific functionalities and constraints of the software being developed?

Requirements gathering (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) is responsible for converting code into executable instructions?

Compiler and/or interpreter (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following web development technologies is primarily responsible for styling the appearance of a web page?

CSS (D) Signup and view all the answers

A developer wants to create a mobile application that can run on both iOS and Android platforms from a single codebase. Which approach would be most suitable?

Cross-platform app development (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of database organizes data into tables with rows and columns?

Relational database (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an API (Application Programming Interface)?

To enable different software systems to communicate with each other. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which cloud computing service model provides a platform for developing, running, and managing applications without managing the underlying infrastructure?

PaaS (B) Signup and view all the answers

In machine learning, which technique involves training a model on labeled data to make predictions?

Supervised learning (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which data structure follows the Last In, First Out (LIFO) principle?

Stack (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary function of HTML in web development?

To define the structure of a web page (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the purpose of version control systems like Git?

To track changes to code over time and facilitate collaboration (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Coding

Creating instructions for computers using programming languages to tell them what actions to perform.

Programming Languages

Formal languages with instructions that produce output; used to implement algorithms.