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Which programming language was primarily designed for business applications?

  • COBOL (correct)
  • Prolog
  • ALGOL 60
  • LISP

    • What type of operations does symbolic computation primarily involve?

  • String manipulations
  • Numeric computations
  • Data storage operations
  • Symbolic computations (correct)

    • What is a key characteristic of programming languages used in systems programming?

  • Ease of learning
  • User-friendly interface
  • Low-level hardware control (correct)
  • High-level abstraction

    • Which language is primarily used for client-side scripting on the web?

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

    Which of the following statements about PHP is true?

    <p>Code is embedded in HTML and executed on the server.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a hybrid implementation system?

    <p>To enhance portability of programs across different machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tools is primarily used for programming in Data Science languages?

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

    Which criteria is NOT mentioned as important for evaluating programming languages?

    <p>Speed of execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following programming environments is primarily used for Java development?

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

    What characterizes compilation as a method of implementing programming languages?

    <p>It translates high-level code into machine code before execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one advantage of pure interpretation over compilation?

    <p>Easier implementation of source-level debugging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason for studying the concepts of programming languages?

    <p>To improve background for choosing appropriate languages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following programming languages is typically compiled?

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

    What is a drawback of using C pointers?

    <p>They lead to potential reliability problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the depth of thought relate to programming languages?

    <p>It is influenced by the expressive power of the language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between compilation and pure interpretation?

    <p>Compilation translates programs into machine code, while interpretation does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do implementation issues play in understanding programming languages?

    <p>They provide insight into language design rationale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of hybrid implementation systems?

    <p>They combine features of both compilers and interpreters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might programmers continue to use familiar languages for new projects?

    <p>They lack knowledge of other available languages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of scientific applications in programming?

    <p>They necessitate a large number of floating-point computations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about C and Java is accurate?

    <p>C is more flexible, but less reliable than Java</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of programs written in APL?

    <p>Compact programs with powerful operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of not being familiar with programming language concepts?

    <p>There may be poor choices in programming language selection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which implementation method typically results in faster execution of programs?

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

    What factor contributes to the continuous evolution of programming languages?

    <p>Emerging programming concepts and needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does knowledge of multiple programming languages benefit a programmer?

    <p>It enhances understanding of programming concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'writability' in the context of language evaluation criteria?

    <p>The ease with which a language can be used to create programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does portability influence language evaluation?

    <p>It refers to the ease of moving programs between implementations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which programming methodology shift occurred in the late 1970s?

    <p>From process-oriented to data-oriented.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of language categories, which feature is central to imperative languages?

    <p>Variables, assignment statements, and iteration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of reliability can increase execution costs in programming languages?

    <p>Checking for proper indexing of array elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following languages is primarily categorized as a functional language?

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

    What key characteristic defines logic programming languages?

    <p>They rely on rule-based reasoning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a feature of markup/programming hybrid languages?

    <p>They extend markup languages to support programming features.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CIS217: Concepts of Programming Languages - Chapter 1 - Preliminaries

    • Reasons for Studying Programming Languages:
      • Increased ability to express ideas: Language's expressive power influences thought processes.
      • Improved background for choosing appropriate languages: Understanding different languages allows for informed choices.
      • Increased ability to learn new languages: Continuous evolution necessitates continuous learning in the field.
      • Better understanding of significance of implementation: Understanding design choices improves language usage.
      • Overall advancement of computing: Language choice has impacted the advancement of computing.

    Programming Domains

    • Scientific applications: Large floating-point computations are required and tools like Fortran and ALGOL 60 were initially used.

    • Business applications: COBOL emerged to handle financial reporting, decimal arithmetic, and character data. PCs revolutionized business computing.

    • Artificial intelligence: Symbolic rather than numeric computations; linked lists are often used rather than arrays. Languages such as LISP, Prolog, and Scheme are utilized.

    • Systems programming: Requirements for continuous use require high efficiency, low level features, and ability to interface with external devices. Languages like 'C' are utilized due to speed and low-level access.

    • Web software: The World Wide Web uses a variety of languages: Markup languages (HTML), Scripting (PHP), and general purpose languages (Java). JavaScript is client-side, interpreted by browsers. PHP is server-side, interpreted on the server before being sent to the client browser.

    Language Evaluation Criteria

    • Readability: Ease with which programs can be read and understood

    • Writability: Ease with which a language can be used to create programs

    • Reliability: Conformance to specifications, performs as intended

    • Cost: Total cost of developing, testing, and maintaining a program

    • Portability: Ease of moving programs between implementations

    • Generality: Applicability to a wide range of applications

    • Well-defined: Completeness and precision of the language's official document

    Influences on Language Design

    • Computer Architecture: The von Neumann architecture has significantly impacted programming languages. Instruction fetch-execute cycle are fundamental to how CPU's run programs.

    • Programming Methodologies:

      • Initial focus on machine efficiency
      • Shift to people efficiency (readability, better control structures), structuring, top-down design, step-wise refinement
      • Transition from process oriented to data oriented programming (data abstraction)
      • Introduction of object-oriented programming (data abstraction, inheritance, polymorphism).

    Language Categories

    • Imperative: Uses variables, assignments, and iteration to express computation. Examples include C, Java, JavaScript, Visual BASIC .NET, C++.

    • Functional: Computation via applying functions to parameters. Examples include LISP, Scheme, ML, and F#.

    • Logic: Rule-based programming; rules are not specified in a particular order. Example is Prolog.

    • Markup/Programming Hybrid: Markup languages extended to support programming. Examples include JSTL and XSLT.

    Language Design Trade-offs

    • Reliability vs. Cost of execution: Balancing reliable execution with the performance cost of reliability checks (e.g., error handling, safety measures).

    • Readability vs. Writability: Balancing the ease of understanding code with the ability to write compact, efficient code.

    Implementation Methods

    • Compilation: Translates high-level code to machine code; is faster at execution but slower during translation. Examples include compilers for C, COBOL, C++, and Ada.

    • Pure Interpretation: Programs are interpreted by another program; easier debugging in source code, but slower execution. Examples include interpreters for JavaScript and PHP.

    • Hybrid Implementation: Combines aspects of compilation and interpretation; often uses intermediate representation and interpreters or translators. Example is Java bytecode. The JVM is a virtual machine that interprets.

    Programming Environments

    • Tools for Software Development: Collections of tools for creating programming projects. Examples include UNIX, Borland JBuilder, Microsoft Visual Studio .NET, and NetBeans.

    Summary

    • Programming language study is important for understanding diverse program constructs and choosing suitable languages for projects.
    • Key criteria for evaluating languages include readability, writability, reliability, and cost.
    • Core implementation methods are compilation, pure interpretation, and hybrid implementation.
    • Programming environments encompass tools and platforms for software development (e.g., UNIX, IDEs like Visual Studio).

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    Test your knowledge about various programming languages, their applications, and characteristics. This quiz covers topics ranging from business programming to client-side scripting and system programming languages. Prepare to challenge your understanding of programming concepts and tools used in different environments.

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