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Which type of programming language is most like English and easiest to learn?

  • High-Level Language (correct)
  • Assembly Language
  • Binary Language
  • Machine Language

    • Assembly language is directly understood by the computer.

    False

    What is the purpose of an assembler?

    To convert assembly language into machine code

    The programming language called _________ was developed for the Department of Defense.

    <p>Ada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language is a hybrid of Java and C++?

    <p>C#</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following programming languages to their primary application areas:

    <p>FORTRAN = Scientific and mathematical applications COBOL = Business applications Java = Platform-independent Internet applications Pascal = Teaching programming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Machine language uses English-like statements.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the BASIC programming language?

    <p>To be easily learned and used by beginners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of a computer?

    <p>Television</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Computer programs are also known as hardware.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which programming language is known for its capability to rapidly develop graphical user interfaces?

    <p>Visual Basic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the set of instructions that tell a computer what to do?

    <p>software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A compiler translates source code one statement at a time and executes it immediately.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A computer is essentially an empty machine without _________.

    <p>programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a program written in a high-level language?

    <p>source program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of programming language is composed of binary code?

    <p>Machine Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A program needs to be translated into ______ to be executed by a computer.

    <p>machine code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Java concepts with their correct descriptions

    <p>Internet programming language = Java Translates entire code into machine code = Compiler Translates and executes code statement by statement = Interpreter IDE (Integrated Development Environment) = Netbeans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Assembly language is easy to read and modify.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical use case for Java?

    <p>Developing operating systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of programming languages?

    <p>to communicate with computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following programming languages with their descriptions:

    <p>Machine language = Primitive instructions in binary code Assembly language = Low-level language that can be converted to machine code High-level language = More abstract language which can be easily read by humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    JDK 1.5 is also known as Java 6.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one popular Java IDE.

    <p>Eclipse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required in a class for it to be executable?

    <p>A main method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Every Java statement must end with a comma.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement System.out.println("Welcome to Java!") do?

    <p>It displays the greeting 'Welcome to Java!'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Java, the character used to denote a comment line is __.

    <p>//</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following special symbols with their descriptions:

    <p>{} = Denotes a block to enclose statements () = Used with methods [] = Denotes an array ; = Marks the end of a statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a keyword in Java?

    <p>A special word with a specific meaning to the compiler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a block in a Java program represent?

    <p>It groups components of a program together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The word 'class' is a keyword in Java.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the summary at the beginning of a program?

    <p>Program purpose, key features, data structures, and unique techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Proper indentation should be four spaces in programming style.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of programming errors mentioned?

    <p>Syntax Errors, Runtime Errors, Logic Errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In naming conventions, class names should capitalize the first letter of each _____ in the name.

    <p>word</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the programming error with its description:

    <p>Syntax Errors = Detected by the compiler Runtime Errors = Causes the program to abort Logic Errors = Produces incorrect results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which block style uses braces at the end of the line?

    <p>End-of-line style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Comments in code are not necessary for understanding the program.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to separate segments of the code?

    <p>Blank lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the output of the given Java program for Celsius 35?

    <p>Celsius 35 is 67 Fahrenheit degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The program correctly computes the temperature in Fahrenheit for Celsius 35.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of error is present in the Java program shown?

    <p>Logic error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The formula to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit is F = (________) * C + 32.

    <p>9/5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following items correctly:

    <p>Logic Error = Issue in program producing incorrect output NetBeans = Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for Java Eclipse = Another popular Java IDE Output = Result displayed to the user from the program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures

    • This book is the thirteenth edition
    • The copyright is held by Pearson Education, Inc. for 2024

    Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers, Programs, and Java

    • Objectives:
      • Understand computer basics, programs, and programming languages
      • Understand Java language specification, JDK, and IDE
      • Write a simple Java program
      • Display output on the console
      • Explain basic Java syntax
      • Create, compile, and run Java programs
      • Use sound programming style and document programs
      • Explain differences between syntax, runtime, and logic errors
      • Develop Java programs using NetBeans
      • Develop Java programs using Eclipse

    What Is a Computer?

    • A computer consists of:

      • CPU
      • Memory
      • Hard disk
      • Floppy disk
      • Monitor
      • Printer
      • Communication devices
      • Bus

    • Components are interconnected by a bus

    • Storage Devices (e.g., Disk, CD, Tape)

    • Memory

    • CPU

    • Communication Devices (e.g., Modem, NIC)

    • Input Devices (e.g., Keyboard, Mouse)

    • Output Devices (e.g., Monitor, Printer)

    Programs

    • Computer programs (software) are instructions for the computer
    • Without programs, a computer is an empty machine.
    • Computers do not understand human languages.
    • Use computer languages to communicate with computers
    • Programs are written using programming languages

    Programming Languages

    • Machine Language:
      • Primitive instructions built into every computer
      • Instructions are in binary code
      • Tedious process. Difficult to read and modify.
      • Example: 1101101010011010 for adding two numbers
    • Assembly Language:
      • Developed to make programming easier than machine language
      • Computer still needs an assembler to translate to machine code
      • Example: ADDF3 R1, R2, R3 (to add two numbers)
    • High-Level Language:
      • English-like and easy to learn
      • Uses more human-readable syntax
      • Must be translated to machine code by a compiler or interpreter
      • Example: area = 5 * 5 * 3.1415; (to compute area of a circle)
    • Ada
    • BASIC
    • C
    • C++
    • C#
    • COBOL
    • FORTRAN
    • Java
    • Pascal
    • Python
    • Visual Basic

    Interpreting/Compiling Source Code

    • Source code is a program written in a high-level language
    • Computers don't understand source code
    • Source code must be translated into machine code
    • Translation is done by an interpreter or compiler

    Interpreting Source Code

    • An interpreter reads one statement, translates to machine code (or VM code), and executes immediately

    Compiling Source Code

    • A compiler translates the whole source code to machine code in a separate file

    Why Java?

    • Java enables development and deployment of applications for:
      • Servers
      • Desktop computers
      • Small, hand-held devices
    • Java is the Internet programming language

    Java, Web, and Beyond

    • Java can be used to develop:
      • Standalone applications
      • Applications running from a browser
      • Applications for hand-held devices
      • Applications for Web servers

    JDK Versions

    • Various JDK versions were released over time
    • JDK numbers corresponded to Java numbers, such as JDK 1.5 as Java 5
    • NetBeans
    • Eclipse

    A Simple Java Program

    • Example of a simple Java program that prints "Welcome to Java!"

    Trace a Program Execution

    • Step-by-step explanation of how a simple Java program executes

    Two More Simple Examples

    • WelcomeWithThreeMessages
    • ComputeExpression

    Compiling Java Source Code

    • Java source code is compiled into bytecode
    • Bytecode runs on any computer with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM)

    Supplements on the Companion Website

    • Locations for JDK installation, and compiling and running Java from command line

    Anatomy of a Java Program

    • Key components of a Java program include class name, main method, statements, statement terminator, reserved words, comments, and blocks

    Class Name

    • Every Java program must have at least one class
    • Convention: Class names start with an uppercase letter

    Main Method

    • The main method is the entry point for program execution

    Statement

    • A statement represents an action or a sequence of actions in a program

    Statement Terminator

    • Every statement in Java concludes with a semicolon

    Keywords

    • Keywords hold special meaning to the compiler

    Blocks

    • Blocks group elements of a program using braces

    Special Symbols

    • List of special symbols in Java such as {}, (), [], //, "", and ;

    Programming Style and Documentation

    • Important topics for creating well-structured Java programs

    Appropriate Comments

    • Include a summary of the program, data structures and key program elements

    Naming Conventions

    • Choose descriptive and meaningful names

    Proper Indentation and Spacing

    • Use two spaces for indentation
    • Use blank lines to separate segments of code

    Block Styles

    • Use end-of-line style for braces (within blocks)

    Programming Errors

    • Syntax Errors: Detected by compiler
    • Runtime Errors: Program aborting
    • Logic Errors: Incorrect results due to faulty program logic

    Syntax Errors

    • Example program with a syntax error

    Runtime Errors

    • Example program with a runtime error

    Logic Errors

    • Example program with a logic error

    Compiling and Running Java From NetBeans

    • Details on compiling and running Java programs with NetBeans

    Compiling and Running Java From Eclipse

    • Details on compiling and running Java programs with Eclipse

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