Software Engineering

• What is the function of an editor in software engineering?

  Allows entry, formatting, and editing of source code
• What does a compiler do?

  Converts source code into executable machine code
• How does an interpreter differ from a compiler?

  Executes code line-by-line each time
• What is the role of a linker?

  Links previously compiled code from libraries
• What does a loader do?

  Loads previously compiled code into memory
• What is the purpose of a debugger?

  Helps locate, identify, and rectify errors
• What is a trace in programming?

  Displays the order of executed lines and variable values
• What is a break point?

  Interrupts a program on a specific line of code
• What does variable watch do?

  Displays the current value of any variable
• What is the function of a memory inspector?

  Displays the contents of a section of memory
• What are error diagnostics used for?

  Diagnoses issues when a program fails to compile or run
• What are the key features of an integrated development environment (IDE)?

  • Automatic formatting
  • Automatic colour coding
  • Error diagnostics
  • Variable watch
  • Threading
  • Output window
  • Break point