Deck 15: an Introduction to Programming

Question 1

The design and coding tasks should not performed by the same employee in a company.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Typically, ____ are expected to have at least a bachelor's degree in computer engineering or computer science, along with practical work experience.

A) data entry clerks
B) software developers
C) systems support personnel
D) computer programmers

Answer 2

B

Question 3

It is unusual for a programmer to have designed the solution he is coding.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

In essence, the word ____ means giving a mechanism the directions to accomplish a task.

A) compiling
B) assembling
C) programming
D) linking

Question 5

____ learners learn by doing.

A) Visual
B) Auditory
C) Emotional
D) Kinesthetic

Question 6

____________________ learners learn by listening.

Question 7

Describe the skills and education needed by software developers and computer programmers.

Question 8

Explain the difference between software developers and computer programmers.

Question 9

Directions given to a computer are known as computer ____.

A) statements
B) programs
C) arguments
D) code

Question 10

The process of translating a solution into a language that the computer can understand is known as ____.

A) coding
B) assembling
C) programming
D) compiling

Question 11

Computer programmers typically are responsible for designing an appropriate solution to a user's problem, while software developers are responsible for translating the solution into a language that the computer can understand.

Question 12

____________________ learners learn by watching.

Question 13

What are a programmers steps for developing a computer solution?

Question 14

____ usually need at least an associate's degree in computer science, mathematics, or information systems, as well as proficiency in one or more programming languages.

A) Data entry clerks
B) Software developers
C) Systems managers
D) Computer programmers

Question 15

Programming teams often contain subject matter experts, who may or may not be programmers.

Question 16

Obtaining vendor-specific and/or language-specific certifications can provide a competitive advantage to programmers seeking employment.

Question 17

The people who write programs are called ____________________.