21 Questions
Which domain of programming is typically associated with a need for efficiency due to continuous use?
Systems programming
Which type of programming involves the manipulation of symbols rather than numbers?
Artificial intelligence
Which domain of programming is designed for producing reports and using decimal numbers and characters?
Business applications
Which programming domain typically involves a large number of floating-point computations?
Scientific applications
Which domain encompasses an eclectic collection of languages including markup, scripting, and general-purpose languages?
Web Software
'The TIOBE Index is based on the number of skilled engineers worldwide, courses, and third party vendors.' Which aspect is NOT used to calculate the TIOBE ratings?
Search engine popularity
What is a trade-off mentioned in the text regarding Java?
Increased execution costs for proper indexing checks
Which language sacrifices readability for writability according to the text?
APL
What is the primary limiting factor in the speed of computers known as?
Von Neumann bottleneck
Which implementation method is significantly slower than compiled programs?
Pure Interpretation
What kind of programs are often implemented using Just-in-Time (JIT) systems?
Web scripting languages like JavaScript
In hybrid implementation systems, what is translated into an intermediate language for easier interpretation?
High-level language program
Which method involves translating high-level programs into machine code?
Compilation
'No translation' is a characteristic of which implementation method?
Pure Interpretation
'Easier implementation of programs' is a benefit associated with which implementation method?
Pure Interpretation
'Expands #include, #define' macros is a feature of which preprocessor?
.C preprocessor
Which of the following is a key aspect of language evaluation criteria related to readability?
Control statements and data types
What is a characteristic of a language with good writability?
Ability to define and use complex structures easily
In the context of language design trade-offs, what is typically traded off against reliability?
Execution speed of programs
Which language category is characterized by data abstraction, inheritance, and late binding?
Object-oriented
What is an essential factor influencing language design mentioned in the text?
Prevalent computer architecture
Explore the evolution of language evaluation criteria in software development, from focusing on run-time performance to prioritizing human factors like ease of design, coding, debugging, maintenance, and reusability. Learn about the 12 language evaluation criteria such as readability, writability, reliability, and cost.
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