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Programming Basics (Part 1)

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Define what is meant by an algorithm and pseudocode. Learn how and when different data types are used. Learn the basic arithmetic operations available in a typical programming language.
Daniel Smillie
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Algorithm A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.
Pseudocode A notation resembling a simplified programming language, used in program design.
Data Types Integer, Real, Boolean, String, Character, etc.
Arithmetic Operations Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Whole Number Division, Modulus, Indices, Equal To, Not Equal To, Greater Than, Less Than etc.
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