16 Questions
What is the primary role of a programming language in building software?
Translating the designed model of the software system into runnable behavior
Why is studying programming languages important for a software engineer?
The programming language represents the nexus of design and structure
What are some properties that are affected when software behaves correctly but is poorly written?
Maintainability and readability
What is identified as an essential step in becoming a better developer of code?
Improving mastery of the programming language
According to the text, what is one of the best ways to learn a programming language?
Start by reading great code written by someone else
What does 'Code Smell' refer to in the context of software development?
Indications in the source code that may indicate a deeper problem
What does a code smell indicate?
The need for refactoring
What is the term for a sequence of source code that occurs more than once?
Duplicated code
What is the term for code that is never executed?
Dead code
What is a lazy method in the context of coding?
A method that performs unnecessary tasks
What do coding standards involve standardizing?
The aesthetic appearance of the code
When should the adoption of coding standards be done?
At the start of the project
What is the purpose of coding standards?
To standardize and improve the quality of the code
Which element of programming language use involves coding standards?
Length and style of comments
What indicates the need for refactoring in software development?
Visible signs such as duplicated or dead code
What characterizes a message chain in programming?
A series of related methods or functions called in succession
Test your knowledge about building software, using tools to translate designed models into runnable behavior with programming languages. Explore the significance of programming languages in software engineering and their role in representing design and structure.
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