Programming Reading Assignment

[BAAL]

What is a program?
A set of precise instructions telling a computer what to do.

What can you say about complexity in programming?
Fundamental programming rules are simple. These rules become complex when they are used for complex tasks or generally when they are too difficult to interpret. Good programmers have skills that help them understand and control more complex concepts.

What function do programming languages have?
Languages allow for words and phrases to instruct computers.

What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
Java is to Javascript as Ham is to Hamster. Java is a general purpose language, JavaScript is a scripting language for webpage interactive content and animation.

What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
ECMAScript is the standard for JavaScript to ensure Web page interoperability.

[Alexiaa]

1. A program is a building of thought. A set of precise instructions telling a computer what to do, it is text typed by a programmer, data in the computer’s memory, the directing force that makes the computer accomplish its tasks.
2. The art of programming is the skill of controlling programming. The rules of programming are clear and simple, but programs tend to be complex.
3. The programing language enables us to write efficient programs and develop online solutions such as mobile applications, web applications, and games.
4. There is no direct relationship between JavaScript and Java as computer programming languages. JavaScript is a scripting language following a few object-oriented features. Java is a programming language following most of the object-oriented features except using the primitive data types.
   5.ECMAScript is the European Computer Manufacturers Association. Javascript is based on the ECMAScript standard.

[thecil]

Hello sir, could you please specify which Quiz Lesson you are referring? So i can help you with it?

@Rob_McCourt

Can any one show the workings of the answer on Modulas?

You can check here some links to understand better about the module operator:

• How does JavaScript handle modulo?
• Remainder operator vs. modulo operator (with JavaScript code)
• Modulo operation - Wikipedia
• Modulus (%) : Mod « Operators « JavaScript Tutorial

Hope you find this useful.
If you have any more questions, please let us know so we can help you!

Carlos Z.

[hussam]

1- what is a program?
It is a piece of text typed by a programmer,
it is the directing force that makes the computer do what it does, it is data
in the computer’s memory, yet it controls the actions performed on this same
memory.
2-What can you say about complexity in programming?
while the fundamental rules of programming are simple, the programs built on them bring their own level of complexity .complexity in programming also depends on a huge number of simple tasks that are done at a very high speed which results in the machine solving problems and completing complex tasks .
3-What function do programming languages have?
A good programming language helps the programmer by allowing them to
talk about the actions that the computer has to perform on a higher level.
It helps omit details, provides convenient building blocks (such as while and
console.log), allows you to define your own building blocks (such as sum and
range), and makes those blocks easy to compose.
4- 1. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
they both serve different purposes ,Java is object oriented programming language and javascript is object based scripting language . there is no relation between the two.
5- What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
they are both interchangeable names for the same language .

[GalacticBrainBomb9]

1. A program is a series of coded instructions that can simplify computations when executed by the user through a computer. also a program can be more interactive in where it can solve problems with mathematical formulas giving the user a desired result or answer to a specific problem.

2. complexity in programming is kind of like problem solving within problem solving. although the program itself can be complex to program the problems themselves its trying to solve or relay can be complex. hard for me to explain but Im gonna say that a lot of preplanning and foresight is probably a must.

3. A function a programming language would have, is: a universal way of communicating with a computer/machine and the computer/machine being able to communicate back with the user.

4.JavaScript or code is run on a browser, while Java creates applications that run in a virtual machine or browser.

5. javascript communicates the language while ECMAScript is the Standards adhered to.

[LukeT]

Oooooh that’s going to take a while.
I have a full time job and I listen to Ivan on Tech for an hour each and every morning like an atomic clock…
Talk as soon as I can

[LukeT]

• What is a program?
  A program is an expansion of a thought written down as a list of instructions to direct the actions of a computer.

• What can you say about complexity in programming?
  A certain amount of complexity is essential in programming to add flair and imagination, to enable new ideas to grow and develop. However, a good program should be made as simple as possible.

• What function do programming languages have?
  Programming languages enable programmers to communicate with computers on a higher level.

• What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
  There is no real relationship between Javascript and the programming language called Java.

• What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
  In practice, ECMAScript and Javascript are one and the same thing.

[BitMe]

• 1- What is a program?
  A program solves complex calculations based on the the expressions expressed by the programmer.

• 2- What can you say about complexity in programming?
  Programming can be a bit complex, especially when you are trying to condence the coding to it’s simplistic form.

• 3- What function do programming languages have?
  They are the interface of humans to computers.

• 4- What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
  There is no relationship. Javascript was given the similar name (Java) for marketability purposes. Looks like it worked!

• What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
  Is a programming standard. It’s the same. No difference.

[Rob_McCourt]

Hello, i cant remember what the actual one was previous but it was a sum we had to figure out on the quiz. I picked 4 and the answer was 3.

Thanks @thecil

Rob

[g00dstuff]

1. What is a program?
   A program is a set of precise instructions telling a computer what to do.

2. What can you say about complexity in programming?
   A fundamental problem in programming is managing complexity. The strength of computers is that they can handle great complexity, if programmed correctly. But it can be hard for the programmer to keep track in all that complex code. There are different methods to manage that complexity.

3. What function do programming languages have?
   A programming language is the language with which the programmer communicates to the computer what it should do. A good programming language helps the programmer by allowing a “higher level” of communication regarding the actions that the computer has to preform. It mediates details implicitly and provides convenient building blocks etc.

4. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
   Basically nothing in essence. Javascrips emerged when Java was marketed heavily and someone though it would be a good idea to leach on the fame of Java.

5. What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
   ECMAScript is another name of Javascript.

[DaveAC3]

@ivan

1. What is a program?
2. What can you say about complexity in programming?
3. What function do programming languages have?
4. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
5. What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?

1. A program is a set of precise instructions telling the computer (hardware) what to do.
2. Programming can be very complex, especially in JavaScript since it is so liberal. However, a key distinction in a great programmer is being able to manage complexity - make things readable to other programmers and keeping complexity under control.
3. Help programmers take complex tasks and communicate them to the computer in a readable way that more closely resembles English (vs binary code). They take care of the uninteresting details for us.
4. None. When JavaScript was first being introduced, someone decided it would be a good idea to name this new language JavaScript due to Java’s popularity back then - mostly for marketing purposes.
5. ECMAScript is a standard document that was written to describe the way the JavaScript language should work so that the various pieces of software that claimed to support JavaScript were actually talking about the same language. It was a way to standardize the language.

[TangoMike31]

1. What is a program?
   A program is a set of precise instructions telling a computer what to do. It is a piece of text typed by a programmer, it is the directing force that makes the computer do what it does, it is data in the computer’s memory, yet it controls the actions performed on this same memory.

2. What can you say about complexity in programming?
   The foundation is not complex in programming, but the more you build and connect different layers to your program, it is likely to develop into a more complex piece of software.
   By adopting “composed strict rules” in you programming technique you could manage the level of complexity within you program. But it is up to every programmer do decide how wide these “rules” are to be for their project.
   A free artist may thrive in what others may view as chaos.

3. What function do programming languages have?

It helps the programmer to compose the instructions to the program in a less time consuming way. It helps the process to become more efficient and easier.

4. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?

JavaScript has almost nothing to do with the programming language named Java. The similar name was inspired by marketing considerations rather than good judgment. When JavaScript was being introduced, the Java language was being heavily marketed and was gaining popularity. Someone thought it was a good idea to try to ride along on this success. Now we are stuck with the name.

What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
It is a general-purpose programming language.
ECMAScript and JavaScript can be used interchangeably—they are two names for the same language.

[HoS]

1. It’s many things. All from data on a computer, a directing force to make a computer do what it does, or just a piece of text.
2. It’s very hard and very easy since the fundamentals are clear but programs built on top of these fundamental rules have a tendency to grow out of control like being lost in a maze.
3. They produce code for execution for computation.
4. None.
5. They are using the same language.

[claritacoin]

1. It’s a piece of text, to make to computer act and work in a certain way.
2. It should be made as simple and easy as possible, programming can be hard and complex so making programming easier to understand and read is to strive for.
3. So humans can interact and instruct the computer on what to do.
4. There is none,
5. It is the same program but it has 2 different names.

[YoDefi]

1. A program is a set of instructions given to a computer to perform a task
2. Low complexity yet great functionality are the features of ideal programming
3. Programming languages pave way to the representation and success of endless human ideas on computer and further on internet
4. No relation! Similar name prefix for JS was to ride the success wave of Java in market
5. Javascript is very flexible and ECMA script is another name for its standardized rules.

[grhpurchase]

1. What is a program?
   A program is a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do

2. What can you say about complexity in programming?
   Complexity is the main problem in programming. Programs can very quickly become complex and too confusing even for the creators. Keeping the program simple in its complexity is a skill.

3. What function do programming languages have?
   The function of a programming language is to provide the human with a communication standard to tell computers what to do. The language should allow the programmer to talk about the actions at a high level and help omit uninteresting details. Providing these building blocks to the programmer allows them to create ever more complex programs in an ever more simple manner.

4. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?
   no relationship. Names are similar due to marketing

5. What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?
   ECMAScript is a standard document that outlines how JS should work. Is is the same language as JS and the two names can be used interchangeably.

[Erich_Assuncao]

1. A piece of text that gives orders to a computer. It is also data on the computer’s memory that controls the actions stored in that memory.

2. A bunch of rules put together can make a program very complex and if not done properly, it can grow out of control.

3. It facilitates the creation of programs by providing the programmer with tools such as convenient building blocks and allowing the programmer to define their own building blocks.

4. Javascript is a language to add programs to webpages and has almost nothing to do with the programming language Java. The similarity in name was just a marketing strategy.

5. Both names can be used interchangeably, although ECMAScript was the name of the document created to tell how Javascript language should work for compatibility purposes.

[Malik]

@HoS

They are using the same language.

Greetings Sir,
Just a slight correction to your above statement. ECMAScript and Javascript are not “using” the same language. They ARE the same language. ECMAScript basically lays down the rulesets to follow and new features that get introduced and Javascript is the language itself that is used everyday. They are almost synonyms.

Hope this clears the slight confusion.

Happy Learning.

[Leanne]

1. A program is a collection of instructions that can be executed to perform a specific task.
2. The great program is subdued—made simple in its complexity.
3. Logic
4. Not related.
5. ECMAScript and JavaScript can be used interchangeably—they are two
   names for the same language.

[max_wolflife]

1. What is a program?

   It is a unique idea

2. What can you say about complexity in programming?

   The program should be complex to the level, where its still under control by programmer

3. What function do programming languages have?

   To communicate between programmer and computer

4. What is the relationship between Java and Javascript?

   Just similar name, but two different sings

5. What is ECMAScript and how is it related to Javascript?

   3rd version of Javascript