Conceptual map of Solving Problems using Computers

Computer problem solving

SOLVING PROBLEMS USING A COMPUTER

Is an electronic device for storing and

processing data, typically in binary

form, according to instructions given

to it in a variable program

COMPUTER

Abstraction

Is the process of taking away or removing characteristics from something in order to reduce it to a set of essential characteristics

Algorithm

Is a set of instructions designed to perform a specific task, this can be a simple process, or a complex operation

Programming languague

Is a set of commands, instructions, and other syntax use to create a software program

Software Program

Is a set of instructions executable by a computer, that allow to fulfill a specific function

SOLVING PROBLEMS PHASES

In this phase the process of becoming familiar with the problem

Problem analysis

Compilation and execution

In this phase the formatprocess of transforming the program logic design into computer language

Algorithm design

In this phase effective procedure for solving a problem in finite number of steps

Is the way in which a program is defined and subsequently executed

Flow control

The result of the abstraction of a problem, results from a series of

inputs (preconditions) and a number of outputs

(postconditions)

The quality of the specification conditions the whole process developing computer solutions.

Specification

Input-system-output

Writing a program that represents an executable solution constitutes the foundation stone of Computer Science

Importance