Pseudocode Challenges

Pseudocode Challenges

1. Challenge 1

   • Prescribed Critera
     • 4x4 Grid Map
       • The grid is much larger than 3x3 which creates 4 center squares.
         • Therefore, the center squares are 5,6,7,8
     • 3 Health Points
       • The players health will be set to three.
         • This was achieved by declearing a new variable called health.
           • The value was set to 3 to meet the prescribed criteria.
   • Constraints/Limitations
     • Lack of pseudocode knowledge
       • Having a lack of pseudocode knowledge means it is going to take more time.
         • Higher Chances of Errors in the pseudocode.
           • Could lower overall mark.
     • Lack of Time
       • Not using time efficiently could lead to rushing the assignment.
         • This means there are higher chances of errors.
           • Could lead to an overall lower mark .
   • Functional Requirements
     • When the user starts the game it randomly selects a new map.
       • This has been acheived by using a random interger generator.
         • This was possible as the mapLoc values were set to 1,2,3,4
           • This method created 25% chance on landing on one of the 4 tiles.
   • Available resources
     • Internet
       • Pseudocode Websites
         • There are a range of pseudocode websites that can help with the challenges to achieve better solutions.
       • E-learn
         • Pseudocode Powerpoint
           • This can help us with formatting and creating better solutions.
         • Mindmap Format
           • The mindmap format helps us create a better format.
     • Assignment Task Sheet
       • Criteria
         • The criteria helps us aim for what we have to achieve
           • Leads to overall better result if followed.
       • Challenge Information
         • The information needed to achieve the criteria.
           • Leads to an overall better result.
   • Ideation
     • Dice Roll Method
       • This method is when you generally use to dice to create the random selection function.
         • Much more complex and inefficient.
           • This idea wasn't used.
     • random integer method
       • This method is used by letting the MapLoc becomes values and randomly select one.
         • Simple and efficient
           • This idea would be perfect for the challenge.
   • Non-Functional requirements
     • Correct Pseudocode Format
       • Correct format must be used so it is easier to use.
         • This can lead to better results.

2. Challenge 2

   • Prescribed Criteria
     • Max of 5 health
       • The maximum health will be set to 5
         • This has been done by declaring a health variable and setting it to 5.
     • Baker will give loaf of bread
       • talk to baker.
         • If player in bakery map location.
           • The baker gives you a loaf of bread.
           • Action: Add bread into backpack.
         • If player not in bakery map location.
           • The output will be the baker is not here.
           • Action: None
     • Backpack
       • Backpack contains bread.
         • Input: Eat Bread
           • Output: You eat the bread.
           • Actions: Remove bread from backpack an increases player's health by 1 (if not already at full health)
       • No bread in backpack.
         • Input: eat bread
           • Output: You are not carrying the bread.
           • Actions:None
   • Constraints/Limitations
     • Lack of knowledge.
       • Lack of knowledge means the task is going to take longer.
         • The most efficient methods may not be used.
           • Can lead to a lower mark if research isn't done properly.
     • Lack of time.
       • Not being time efficient will lead to rushing the task.
         • This would lead to a lower mark as there is not much time.
   • Functional Requirements
     • The user will be able to talk to baker and eat loaf of bread.
       • meets task requirements
         • Meeting the task requirements helps achieve a better result.
   • Available Resources
     • Internet
       • E-learn
         • Mindmap Format
           • This will allow us to use the correct information.
             • This can help achieve a better result.
       • pseudocode websites
         • This can help find more efficient solutions and create a better format.
           • This can help achieve a better grade.
     • Task sheet
       • the task sheet has the task requirements to follow.
         • This resource will help us to meet the task requirements.
           • This can lead to an overall high grade.
   • Ideation
     • The most efficient idea for this task was to use the table.
       • The input, output and action were given.
         • This was converted into pseudocode.
   • Non-Functional Requirements
     • Correct pseudocode format
       • Correct format allows the assessor to understand the code.
         • This will lead to a better overall result.

3. Challenge 3

   • Prescribed Criteria
     • Defeat the Dragon
       • The dragon must be defeated to win the game.
         • This can be done with a sword or riddles.
           • To make the game more interactive clues can be found throughout the map.
     • Attack the dragon 3 times or 3 riddles.
       • The dragon can be defeated in two ways.
         • Attacking the dragon with a sword 3 times.
           • This can be achieved by declaring the sword and finding it across the map.
         • Solve 3 riddles.
           • 3 riddles can be found on the internet and clues can be hidden across the map.
   • Constraints/Limitations
     • Lack of knowledge
       • This will effect the efficiency and complexity to complete the task.
         • This could lead to a lower overall mark.
     • Time constraint
       • You must be time efficient in order to complete the task.
         • If not, this can lead to rushing and effect the final result.
   • Functional Requirements
     • allowing the user to attack the dragon three times.
       • This can be done by creating steps to find a sword.
         • This can be done by placing tasks across the map.
           • The game will be interactive, however it wouldn't require thinking and may be more boring.
     • allow the user to answer three riddles.
       • Can be done by finding riddles online.
         • Placing hints across the map makes the game more interactive and require critical thinking.
   • Available Resources
     • Internet
       • E-learn
         • There are many resources on e-learn to help with the task.
           • mindmap format, pseudocode powerpoint.
             • This can help us achieve a better grade.
       • Pseudocode website
         • There are many websites that can provide similar solutions.
           • These can be adopted to solve the challenge.
             • This can lead to an overall higher grade.
     • Task Sheet
       • The task sheet helps us understand the task.
         • This can help with meeting task requirements.
           • This can lead to an overall higher grade.
   • Ideation
     • 3 riddles
       • Idea seems generic and boring.
         • User wouldn't have much fun.
           • Idea discontinued.
     • Defeat the dragon using a sword.
       • This idea seemed generic and boring.
         • User wouldn't have much fun.
           • Idea discontinued.
     • Both
       • You can choose an option to do a riddle and it will take the dragons health by -2.
         • However, if you got it wrong it would -1 your health.
           • This idea was much more engaging and fun and was the final idea chosen.
   • Non-Functional requirements
     • Correct Pseudocode Format
       • This must be used so the assessor can understand the code.
         • This can lead to a better result.