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1.1 &1.2 Vocab List
Term | Definition |
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Computer Scientists | Scientists who apply their knowledge of computation to creating solutions using a computer system. |
Mobile Application (Or App) | A type of software application designed to run on a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet computer. |
Computer Science | The science of creating artifacts and solving problems using the help of a computer. Some of the areas of focus include software engineering, programming, data analysis, algorithms, graphics, and animation. |
Software | Any type of program that runs on a computer or other electronic device. |
CamelCase | The writing of compound words by starting each word with a capital letter. Procedures and variables are named using camelCase, but the first word in the name is not capitalized. |
Emulator | A software program that you install on your computer that will simulate an Android device. |
Algorithm | An ordered set of instructions that are used to carry out a task. |
Flowchart | A diagram that represents an algorithm, work flow, or process, and uses geometric symbols connected by arrows to show the direction of the flow of action. |
Oval | Represents the beginning or end in a flowchart. |
Rectangle | Represents a command/action in a flowchart. |
Arrow | Directs the movement between steps in a flowchart. |
Algorithmic Thinking | The process of completing a task using a series of clearly defined steps. |
Liner Algorithm | A linear algorithm only has one sequence of steps. |