Introduction

• What re some things we‘ll learn in AP Computer Science Principles?

  • Creative development
  • Data
  • Algorithms and Programming
  • Computing Systems and Networks
  • Impact of Computing
• Has data storage become expensive?

  No
• Is CS just programming?

  No
• How are Speed and Space related in computers?

  inversely related
• How should one order their code?

  Input, calculations, output
• What is an algorithm?

  Set of instructions to complete a task
• What is a Programming Language?

  Set of commands and syntax used as instructions for a computer
• What is a low level language?

  Language that is understood by a computer
• What is a high level language?

  Resembles English, easier and requires a compiler
• What is pseudocode?

  Used to plan out a program before writing program
• What is a compiler?

  Converts high level language into native computer language
• What is another definition for programming?

  Communication
• What is a cookie?

  Piece of information specific to you on your computer for advertisement
• What is snap used for?

  Learning The thought process of programmers
• Do programmers spend most of their time coding?

  No
• Is programming a creative activity?

  Yes