Programming fundamental terms

Instantiate

• It refers to the process of creating a specific instance of a class.
• It results in an object.

Interpreter

• It is a tool that executes source code directly.
• It translates the code into machine code in real time.
• This happens before compiling the code.

Method

• It is a function defined within a class.
• It describes the behaviors or actions an object can perform.

Object

• It is an instance of a class.
• It contains data and methods defined by the class.
• It represents a specific entity in a program.

Paradigm

• It is a style or approach to programming.
• Examples include object-oriented, procedural, or functional programming.
• It dictates how code is structured and organized.

Polymorphism

• It allows objects of different classes to be treated as objects of a common superclass.

Strong Typing

• It is a feature in which each variable has a specific type.
• Strict rules about how types are used and combined must be followed.
• It helps prevent errors in code.

Algorithm

• It is a step-by-step procedure or set of rules designed to solve a specific problem or perform a particular task.

Analysis

• It involves examining and understanding the problem thoroughly.
• Requirements, constraints, and objectives are identified.

Design

• It means planning and creating a solution to the problem based on the analysis.
• It often involves the creation of algorithms and data structures.