Year 10 - Computing
Programming project: sequence II
Programming: sequence
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will discover computers process instructions. They will recognise the function and tools IDEs provide for developing code and start to develop Python programa which follow a sequence. Pupils will create programs which deal with input and output and make variables to store values.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to implement a program from a design and test the program.
Key Notes
- Completing an implementation ensures that all intended functionality is present.
- Testing checks that code behaves correctly and meets requirements.
Vocabulary To Learn
- implementing: writing and developing code to create a working program based on a design or plan
- testing: to check if something works correctly and as expected
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Testing is just about making sure the program runs.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Completing an implementation ensures that all intended functionality is present. Testing checks that code behaves correctly and meets requirements.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'implementing'
writing and developing code to create a working program based on a design or plan. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Testing is just about making sure the program runs. Correction: It's not just about running the program. We test to make sure the program does exactly what it's supposed to do, in all situations. This means checking if it handles correct input and incorrect input correctly.
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