Programming Tools and Techniques Quiz

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What is the purpose of a translator in programming?

To debug programs by finding errors in the code.
To enhance the user interface of software applications.
To compile high-level programs into machine code. (correct)
To interpret machine code into high-level languages.

Which of the following best describes an integrated development environment (IDE)?

A suite of tools that assists in writing and maintaining code. (correct)
A standalone tool for writing code with no additional features.
A type of debug tool used exclusively for error-checking.
A platform specifically designed for compiling machine code.

What is a key benefit of using a runtime environment (RTE)?

It automatically debugs code as it runs.
It allows programs to run on multiple platforms without modification. (correct)
It compiles high-level languages directly to machine code.
It simplifies the syntax of programming languages for easier coding.

Which feature is typically NOT provided by code editors?

Error detection and debugging functionalities. (C)

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What is the function of debugging tools in programming?

To identify and fix errors in a program's code. (D)

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How does a virtual machine contribute to software development?

It enables code to run on different hardware platforms. (D)

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What distinguishes compiled programs from interpreted programs?

Interpreted programs are translated line-by-line at runtime. (C)

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Why might a programmer choose a simpler code editor over a complex IDE?

To avoid the distraction of numerous features. (C)

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Flashcards

Translator

A program that translates high-level programming languages into machine code that a computer can understand.

Debugging tools

Programs that help programmers identify and fix errors in their code.

Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

A suite of tools that helps a programmer write error-free and maintainable code.

Maintainable code

Programming code that is easy to understand and amend.

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Virtual machine

A software simulation of a computer system that can be made to run on a different computer.

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Runtime Environment (RTE)

Special software that allows a program to run on a computer, even if it is not designed to run on it.

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Syntax Error

An error in a program caused by incorrect syntax in the code.

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Editor

Software that allows programmers to write and edit code.

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Study Notes

Programming Tools and Techniques

Translators convert high-level programming languages into machine code.
Tools aid in creating error-free and maintainable code.
Large programs are complex to write.
Integrated development environments (IDEs) combine several tools.
IDEs assist with creating error-free and maintainable code.
IDE selection is based on programmer preference.
Editors help write and modify code; they boost readability but may not find errors.
Runtime environments (RTEs) allow programs to run on various systems regardless of where they are developed.
They create virtual machines that emulate different computer systems.
RTES let programmers focus solely on programming without system specifics.
Java Runtime Environment is a common RTE.
Debugging aids identify and fix program errors or bugs.