Computer Programming and Algorithms

These flashcards cover key concepts related to algorithms, programming languages, and their characteristics.

Swapping Algorithm

An algorithm that exchanges the values of two variables.

Trace Table

A tool used to simplify the problem by outlining the execution of an algorithm step-by-step.

Outer Loop

A loop that iterates a specific number of times, containing one or more inner loops.

Inner Loop

A loop that runs nested within another loop until a certain condition is met.

INPUT Command

A command used to gather user input before processing or calculations.

IF Statement

A conditional statement that performs different actions based on whether a specified condition is true or false.

Pseudocode

A method of representing an algorithm using structured but plain language instructions.

Low-level Machine Language

The most basic programming language, consisting of binary code and directly interpretable by the computer's hardware.

High-level Language

A programming language that is more user-friendly and abstracted from the hardware, making it easier for humans to read and write.

Algorithm Efficiency

The measure of how effectively an algorithm performs its task within a reasonable time frame.