BuiltWithNOF
Week 2

Programming a Computer
Algorithms, Pseudocode
Software Life Cycle

Topics

  • Introduce the concept of programming a machine.
  • Introduce the concept of an algorithm.
  • Learn how to write pseudocode.
  • Look at various types of computer errors.
  • Examine the basic components of a computer.
  • Examine the Software Lifecycle.
  • More practice with Microsoft Visual Studio.

At the end of the week you should be able to:

  • Write a pseudocode description of an algorithm.
  • Identify the major components of a computer.
  • Identify the various phases of a software development project.

Reading Assignment

    Savitch:
    Section 1.3 & 1.4, Pages 19 - 32 (Introduction to C++)
    Section 2.1, Pages 40 - 49 (Variables and Assignments)
    Section 2.3, Pages 60 - 72 (Data Types and Expressions)
    Section 2.5, Pages 93 - 97 (Program Style)

    Pirsig:
    Chapter 2, Pages 17 - 25 (Get Involved) [Harper 23-34]

Take-Home Programming Assignment

Reading Assignment

    Internet:
    WWW.GRAPHICSMAGICIAN.COM

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