Programming Languages

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A Computer Programming Language is a set of grammatical rules for instructing a computer to perform specific tasks.

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The terms Programming Language usually refers to high-level Languages, such as BASIC, C, COBOL, FORTRAN and PASCAL.

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Each Language has a unique set of keywords and a special writing method for organizing program instructions. Regardless of what language you use, you need to convert your program into machine language so that the computer can understand it.

So, You can:

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1. Compile  the program 
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2. Interpret  the program

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Reflection Activity:

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• Mention 3 High Level Programming Languages

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Problem Solving

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Problem solving or breaking down the solution into sequential steps is the most difficult part of computer programming, but we can practice some activities to improve our problem solving skills such as:

• Playing Chess
• Solving crossword puzzles
• Solving math problems

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There are various techniques to use:

• Analogy
• Trial and Error
• Process of Elimination
• Visualization
• Basic Math

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Reflection Activity:

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• Mention the phases of problem solving