p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
How does context enhance a prompt?
By focusing on specific aspects, such as the impact and implications for online learning.
p.43
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
The simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.
p.8
Computer Hardware and Software
Give examples of secondary storage devices.
Hard Disks and Optical Disks.
p.4
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the relationship between hardware and software in a computer?
Hardware refers to the physical components, while software refers to the programs and applications that run on the hardware.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What are some breakthroughs made by ANI?
Speech recognition and object recognition or detection.
p.19
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How does an interpreter execute a program?
By interpreting and executing the code directly without compiling it first.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)?
A hypothetical future stage of AI capable of performing any intellectual task that humans can.
p.11
Computer Hardware and Software
What does ASCII stand for?
American Standard Code for Information Interchange.
p.50
Prompt Engineering in AI
What is prompt engineering?
The bridge between human language and machine understanding, ensuring smooth interactions.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the smallest data item in a computer?
A binary bit, which can be 0 or 1.
p.18
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What happens to the machine language program generated by a compiler?
It is executed after compilation.
p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
What is an example of an instruction in prompt engineering?
Explain the concept of Constructivism in Education.
p.34
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the purpose of flowchart symbols?
To represent different types of actions or steps in a process.
p.8
Computer Hardware and Software
What does the Input/Output (I/O) Unit do?
It provides access to the computer for inputting and outputting data.
p.49
Artificial Intelligence Overview
Name some applications of Generative AI.
ChatGPT, Copilot, HKUSPACE Chat, POE, and many others.
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are low-level programming languages?
Machine languages and assembly languages.
p.14
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is machine language?
The set of instructions executed by specific computer hardware (the CPU) in binary numeric form.
p.28
Python as a High-Level Language
What is the common mode for programming Python software?
Using source code files or script files.
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What defines high-level programming languages?
They have higher abstraction levels compared to machine and assembly languages.
p.33
Data Structures and Algorithms
What are the three ways to represent an algorithm mentioned?
Pseudocode, flowchart, and formula.
p.5
Computer Hardware and Software
How are CPUs typically constructed?
As a single microchip, referred to as a microprocessor.
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What does an algorithm specify in a programming task?
The steps required to produce a desired result based on input data.
p.13
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is a programming language?
A set of instructions that can be used to construct a program.
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the first step in Algorithm 1 for summing integers?
Set variable a equal to 1 and variable sum equal to 0.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
In Python, what are all data values considered?
All data values are considered objects.
p.32
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the stopping condition for the loop in Algorithm 1?
'a' must be larger than 100.
p.18
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the role of a compiler?
To compile a high-level program into the corresponding machine language program.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI)?
The final conceptualized type of AI that would surpass human intelligence in all aspects.
p.30
Data Structures and Algorithms
What are the two important aspects to consider before creating a program?
Data structure and algorithm.
p.39
Software Development Process
What does testing a program involve when only one calculation is performed?
Verifying that the single output is correct.
p.39
Software Development Process
What is emphasized in the program design and development case study?
Applying programming skills and styles.
p.17
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an example of a compiled language?
C or C++ programming language.
p.2
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are the two main categories of programming languages?
Low-Level and High-Level Languages.
p.30
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is an algorithm?
A finite step-by-step sequence of well-defined instructions to achieve a specific programming task.
p.6
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the function of the Control Unit in a CPU?
It directs and monitors the overall operation of the computer, including tracking the next instruction in memory.
p.19
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an interpreter in programming?
A tool that interprets and executes a high-level program directly.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
How do computers store and access data compared to humans?
Computers use binary data (0 or 1) instead of textual information.
p.44
Machine Learning vs Deep Learning
How do machine learning algorithms make predictions?
By using historical data as input to predict new output values.
p.36
Software Development Process
What is the systematic method used to design solutions to problems in software development called?
The software development process (or software development life cycle).
p.49
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What types of content can Generative AI create?
Image and audio synthesis, text, code, and video generation, as well as text to speech and speech to text.
p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
Give an example of a role in prompt engineering.
Please take on the role of a university professor.
p.8
Computer Hardware and Software
What types of devices are connected to the I/O Unit?
Peripheral devices such as keyboards, mouse, console screens, and printers.
p.47
Data Structures and Algorithms
From where can Big Data be generated or retrieved?
Sources include social media, e-commerce platforms, sensors, government data, financial data, telecommunication and gaming industries, and system and software logs.
p.48
Internet of Things (IoT)
What types of objects are included in the IoT?
Physical objects like smartphones, smart watches, home automation controls, and fitness trackers.
p.12
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the purpose of a Unicode code table?
To provide a mapping of characters to their corresponding code points.
p.5
Computer Hardware and Software
What is machine code?
The program codes at the instruction level, written in machine language.
p.25
Python as a High-Level Language
How can the 'Hello World' program be executed in Python?
By running it in interactive mode or executing the script.
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the role of the gcc compiler in C programming?
It compiles C source files (*.c) into an executable file (*.exe).
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
What is computer software?
A collection of programs and related data that provides instructions for a computer.
p.7
Computer Hardware and Software
Why must a program reside in main memory?
It must be in main memory to operate on the computer.
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
What is application software?
Programs written to perform particular tasks required by users.
p.37
Software Development Process
What is the next step after selecting an overall solution algorithm?
Write the Program (or Code the Algorithm).
p.14
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the example code '1011 0000' represent?
An opcode that means to move a value to a register.
p.41
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does '==' signify in programming?
It is used to compare two values for equality.
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What determines the behavior of a computer system?
Computer software (or programs).
p.50
Prompt Engineering in AI
What is the main purpose of prompt engineering?
To ensure intuitive interactions between humans and machines.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI)?
Weak AI designed to perform specific tasks using large datasets, such as playing chess or translating languages.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
Give examples of Artificial Narrow Intelligence.
Siri, Alexa, fraud detection systems, and self-driving cars.
p.44
Machine Learning vs Deep Learning
What is machine learning?
A method that enables software applications to predict outcomes more accurately without being explicitly programmed.
p.45
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What ethical concerns may arise with Artificial Super Intelligence?
It may raise many ethical or moral questions due to its ability to outsmart humans.
p.43
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What are some specific applications of AI?
Expert systems, natural language processing, speech recognition, and machine vision.
p.20
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How is C source code typically executed?
Compiled to machine code.
p.12
Computer Hardware and Software
What is Unicode?
A standardized system for encoding text in different languages and symbols.
p.35
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are the program instructions resulting from coding an algorithm called?
Program code, or simply code.
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What is Jython?
An implementation of Python targeted for the Java platform, implemented in Java.
p.37
Software Development Process
What is selected after analyzing the problem in the Software Development Process?
An Overall Solution Algorithm.
p.14
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are operands in the context of machine language?
Data associated with an instruction or operation (opcode) on which the operation should act.
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What are the main functions of a computer?
Inputting data, processing it, and outputting results to solve specific problems.
p.7
Computer Hardware and Software
How are data and instructions organized in main memory?
They are arranged with unique addresses, similar to room numbers in buildings.
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the output file format generated by compiling a C program?
An executable file (*.exe).
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What is a computer program?
Data and instructions used to operate a computer and produce a specific result.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
What class does the value 'ICP is fun.' belong to in Python?
It is an object of class str representing strings.
p.41
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the purpose of the '||' symbol in programming?
It represents a logical OR operation.
p.1
Introduction to Computer Programming
What is the focus of Unit 1 in the CCIT4020 course?
Introduction to Computer Programming.
p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
What is the foundation of a prompt in prompt engineering?
Instruction, which is a clear directive on what it should generate.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
What is a byte?
A grouping of 8 bits, which can represent one of 256 distinct patterns (values 0 to 255).
p.8
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the purpose of secondary storage in a computer?
To provide permanent storage for programs and data.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
What are character codes?
Collections of patterns of 0s and 1s used to represent letters, digits, and other characters.
p.49
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is Generative AI?
A subset of artificial intelligence that involves creating new data or content.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
What does ASCII stand for?
American Standard Code for Information Interchange.
p.47
Data Structures and Algorithms
What does Big Data refer to?
Extremely large datasets that are too complex for traditional data processing systems to handle efficiently.
p.5
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
To carry out the instructions of a computer program by performing arithmetical, logical, input/output, and other operations.
p.36
Software Development Process
What is the purpose of the software development process?
To understand the problem being solved and create an effective software solution.
p.44
Machine Learning vs Deep Learning
What is deep learning?
A subset of machine learning that uses artificial neural networks to model complex patterns.
p.17
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is a compiler?
A program that translates a source program as a complete unit before any statement is executed.
p.11
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the purpose of the ASCII code?
To represent text in computers and other devices that use text.
p.44
Machine Learning vs Deep Learning
What recent advances in AI are underpinned by deep learning?
Technologies like self-driving cars and ChatGPT.
p.30
Data Structures and Algorithms
What does data structure focus on?
Structuring data elements with proper operations for better performance.
p.12
Computer Hardware and Software
What does software refer to in a computer?
The programs and applications that run on a computer.
p.34
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the flowchart used for calculating average?
It visually represents the steps to compute the average of a set of numbers.
p.17
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the output produced by some compilers called?
An object program (machine language version of the source code).
p.35
Software Development Process
What does writing a program involve?
Designing algorithms and translating them into programming instructions.
p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
What does the context component provide in prompt engineering?
Additional information to help AI understand the situation against which the instruction is given.
p.44
Machine Learning vs Deep Learning
Why has machine learning become more effective recently?
Due to the rise of large data sets for training.
p.33
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is pseudocode?
An informal program description using English phrases to summarize an algorithm's steps.
p.10
Computer Hardware and Software
What is Unicode?
An international standard for coding most writing systems, including ASCII.
p.23
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the concept of data abstraction in OOP?
External users do not need to know how an object is implemented, only what it is and what its operations do.
p.49
Artificial Intelligence Overview
How does ChatGPT function?
It generates human-like text based on input prompts using machine learning techniques.
p.43
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What technologies fall under the umbrella of AI?
Machine learning and deep learning.
p.26
Python as a High-Level Language
What is the purpose of the first line of the example Python program?
It asks for user input to type the user's name using the input() function.
p.48
Internet of Things (IoT)
How do IoT devices interact with each other?
Through wired and wireless networks.
p.46
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What are algorithms in the context of AI programming?
Step-by-step instructions for computing devices to complete specific tasks.
p.26
Python as a High-Level Language
What are the two modes in which Python programming can be done?
Interactive Mode and Source Code (or Script) Mode.
p.2
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are the two paradigms of programming languages mentioned?
Procedural and Object-Oriented Languages.
p.15
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
Why is assembly language considered more human-readable than machine code?
Because it substitutes binary values with symbols that resemble words.
p.28
Python as a High-Level Language
How can a module in Python utilize another module?
By using the import statement.
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the role of an operating system?
It is a crucial system software that operates and controls a computer, supporting multitasking.
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the difference between compiling and interpreting in programming languages?
Compiling translates the entire source code into an executable file, while interpreting executes code line by line directly.
p.41
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the '!' symbol signify in programming?
It is used to denote logical negation.
p.23
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the focus of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)?
Defining classes of objects with associated data attributes and operations.
p.12
Computer Hardware and Software
What does hardware refer to in a computer?
The physical components of a computer system.
p.33
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is a flowchart?
A diagrammatic representation of an algorithm using specifically defined shapes.
p.30
Data Structures and Algorithms
Give an example of a data structure in Python.
The built-in type 'list'.
p.46
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What does the learning aspect of AI programming involve?
Acquiring data and creating algorithms to turn it into actionable information.
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is a typical type of programming task involving algorithms?
Processing data to produce desired outputs.
p.15
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an example of an assembly language instruction?
LOAD first, ADD second, MUL factor, STORE answer.
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is used to translate high-level source code into lower-level code?
A compiler or interpreter.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the concept of procedural abstraction?
Users do not need to know how a procedure is implemented, only what it does and how to use it.
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an example of lower-level code that high-level code can be translated into?
Machine language program.
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How does the Python interpreter execute code?
It interprets and executes code lines directly from the Python source file (*.py).
p.46
Artificial Intelligence Overview
How does AI programming incorporate creativity?
By using neural networks, rules-based systems, and statistical methods to generate new content.
p.26
Python as a High-Level Language
What type of programming approach is illustrated in the example Python program?
Procedural approach by calling functions.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
What does succinctness refer to in prompt engineering?
Conciseness and clarity in crafting prompts.
p.32
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the output of both Algorithm 1 and Algorithm 2?
The sum of numbers from 1 to 100.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
Give an example of a prompt that requires adjustment.
As a university professor, provide a detailed explanation of Constructivism in Education, its historical evolution in Asia, and its implications for online course design, in a bullet-point format.
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What is Python classified as?
A high-level programming language.
p.23
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How are operations (methods) of objects implemented in OOP?
In a similar manner as procedural programming.
p.36
Software Development Process
Do different fields of study have names for their systematic methods?
Yes, each field has its own name for the systematic method used to design solutions.
p.43
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What does AI cover?
An ever-changing set of capabilities as new technologies are developed.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are the two main programming paradigms mentioned?
Procedural Programming and Object-Oriented Programming.
p.6
Computer Hardware and Software
What are the two major units of the CPU?
Control Unit and Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU).
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are programs written in a specific computer language called?
Source programs or source code.
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What is a computer?
A machine that can be programmed to execute instructions for performing tasks.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
What does the function print() do in Python?
Displays text/string information on the console.
p.27
Python as a High-Level Language
What does the user do to execute a command in Python's interactive mode?
Type the command and press <ENTER>.
p.38
Python as a High-Level Language
What is the formula for calculating the area of a circle?
area = π x radius x radius
p.37
Software Development Process
What is the purpose of testing in the Software Development Process?
To correct the program (Debugging).
p.26
Python as a High-Level Language
What format is used to display the greeting in the example program?
The format is 'Hello, user_name'.
p.20
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What executes the bytecode version of Python code?
Python Virtual Machine (PVM).
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What does the loop in Algorithm 1 do?
It adds the value of a to sum and increments a until a is larger than 100.
p.13
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are examples of low-level languages?
Machine languages and assembly languages.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
What class does the value 12.3 belong to in Python?
It is an object of class float representing real numbers.
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What is software?
A program or a set of programs.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
How can a constructivist approach be illustrated in online learning?
By discussing how it encourages students to interact and build knowledge through discussions in online forums.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
What does adjustment mean in the context of prompt engineering?
Refining the prompt based on previous responses to enhance clarity and add missing details.
p.27
Python as a High-Level Language
What is the interactive mode in Python?
An interactive console that allows users to write and test Python code directly with a prompt.
p.5
Computer Hardware and Software
What role does the CPU play in a computer system?
It acts somewhat like the 'brain' of the computer, understanding and executing instructions.
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What does the CPython compiler do?
Compiles Python program codes (.py) into intermediate bytecode (.pyc).
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What executes the bytecode generated by CPython?
The CPython Virtual Machine.
p.13
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is programming?
The process of creating, developing, writing instructions, programs, or software in a specific programming language that the computer can respond to.
p.17
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an interpreter?
A program that translates each statement in a high-level source program and executes it immediately upon translation.
p.26
Python as a High-Level Language
What does the second line of the example Python program do?
It displays a greeting message using the print() function with the user's name.
p.20
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How is Python source code executed?
Interpreted by the Python interpreter.
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What does the Jython compiler produce?
Specific Java bytecode that can be executed by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How do you execute a Python program?
By using the command 'python HelloWorld.py'.
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the example task given for finding the sum of integers?
Find the sum of all integers from 1 to an input value n, where n is 100.
p.20
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What happens to Python code before it is executed?
It is compiled to a lower-level bytecode version.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the Python code 'print("Hello World!")' demonstrate?
It calls the function print() to display the input argument data on the console.
p.2
Software Development Process
What process is essential in software development?
The Software Development Process.
p.41
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the '+' symbol represent in programming?
It is used for addition or concatenation of strings.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
Give an example of a prompt that illustrates succinctness.
As a university professor, explain Constructivism in Education and its impact and implications for online learning.
p.7
Computer Hardware and Software
What is ROM often used for?
To store programs for the starting-up process of a computer.
p.42
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '/' represent?
Division operator, used to divide one number by another.
p.51
Prompt Engineering in AI
What is the role component in prompt engineering?
A persona or capacity in which the user wants the AI to respond.
p.29
Python as a High-Level Language
What is CPython?
The official reference and most common implementation of Python, implemented in C.
p.47
Data Structures and Algorithms
What types of data can Big Data include?
Structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
p.5
Computer Hardware and Software
What is an instruction set?
A predefined set of instructions that a specific CPU can understand and execute.
p.37
Software Development Process
What is the first step in the Software Development Process?
Specify the Program’s Requirements.
p.15
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the purpose of an assembler?
To translate an assembly language program to a machine language program.
p.30
Data Structures and Algorithms
Why is it important to design data structures and algorithms before coding?
To ensure the program runs and performs better.
p.6
Computer Hardware and Software
What does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) perform?
All computations, such as addition, subtraction, and comparisons.
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
Who primarily creates application software?
Most software developers and programmers, including beginners and learners.
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
What is system software?
A collection of programs that enable the computer to operate.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the output of the procedure in the example provided?
"Hello World!" displayed on the console.
p.42
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the purpose of the '==' symbol?
Equality operator, used to compare two values for equality.
p.38
Python as a High-Level Language
What is the calculated area of a circle with a radius of 20 cm?
Approximately 1256.64 cm².
p.16
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
Why are low-level languages considered difficult for human developers?
They are hard to code, read, and modify, especially for complicated programs.
p.47
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is structured data?
Information that is well organized in a specific and predefined format, such as tables, spreadsheets, and databases.
p.7
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the primary function of main memory in a computer?
To store data and instructions for programs to operate.
p.47
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is unstructured data?
Information that does not fit neatly into predefined categories or structures.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What do procedures in Procedural Programming accept as input?
Data as input arguments or parameters.
p.46
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What does self-correction in AI programming aim to achieve?
To continually fine-tune algorithms for the most accurate results.
p.32
Data Structures and Algorithms
What does Algorithm 1 do with the variable 'sum'?
It adds 'a' to 'sum' in a loop until 'a' is larger than 100.
p.42
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '=' represent in programming?
Assignment operator, used to assign values to variables.
p.3
Computer Hardware and Software
What is the role of computer hardware?
Facilitates the storage and processing of data under the direction of stored software.
p.38
Software Development Process
What is the first step in analyzing the problem for the area calculation?
Determine the desired outputs.
p.31
Data Structures and Algorithms
What values are set in Algorithm 2 before calculating the sum?
Set n equal to 100, a equal to 1, and b equal to 100.
p.38
Software Development Process
What is the overall solution algorithm for calculating the area?
Set the radius value, calculate the area using the formula, and display the calculated value.
p.52
Prompt Engineering in AI
Provide an example of a prompt that specifies a format.
As a university professor, provide a bullet-point summary of Constructivism in Education and its impact and implications for online learning, particularly for course design.
p.46
Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is the focus of AI programming regarding cognitive skills?
It focuses on learning, reasoning, self-correction, and creativity.
p.34
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is typically the first step in a flowchart for calculating an average?
Start or initialize the process.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
What type of programming language is Python?
A popular high-level, interpreted programming language.
p.22
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the focus of Procedural Programming?
Defining self-contained execution units called procedures.
p.34
Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the final step in a flowchart for calculating an average?
Display the average result.
p.13
Software Development Process
What are the main steps involved in programming?
Designing, writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining the source code of computer programs.
p.17
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is an example of an interpreted language?
Python programming language.
p.48
Internet of Things (IoT)
How can the data generated by IoT devices be used?
To train and improve AI algorithms when combined with Big Data.
p.21
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What command is used to compile a C program into an executable?
gcc -o HelloWorld.exe HelloWorld.c.
p.2
Data Structures and Algorithms
What are important concepts related to programming?
Data Structures and Algorithms.
p.7
Computer Hardware and Software
What is a key characteristic of RAM?
It is volatile, meaning data is lost when power is turned off.
p.24
Python as a High-Level Language
What class does the data value 123 belong to in Python?
It is an object of class int representing integers.
p.9
Computer Hardware and Software
What are hardware device drivers?
Programs that allow the operating system to communicate with hardware devices, such as printer drivers.
p.42
Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the function of the symbol '*'?
Multiplication operator, used to multiply two numbers.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the '%' symbol represent in programming?
It is used for the modulus operation, returning the remainder of a division.
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Data Structures and Algorithms
What is the purpose of pseudocode in algorithm representation?
To describe an algorithm informally without real code syntax.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What type of program is created using machine language?
An executable program, such as a .exe file on Windows.
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Python as a High-Level Language
Why is interactive mode convenient for programmers?
It allows testing of pieces of code quickly.
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Software Development Process
What is the relationship between coding and algorithms?
When we code, we translate an algorithm into a program.
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Python as a High-Level Language
What programming approaches does Python support?
Procedural and object-oriented programming (OOP).
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Artificial Intelligence Overview
What is the purpose of the reasoning aspect in AI programming?
To choose the right algorithm to achieve a desired outcome.
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Python as a High-Level Language
What is the purpose of the function input() in Python?
Prompts the user to input/type text on the console.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is an Opcode in the context of an ALU?
The operation code that specifies the instruction or operation to be performed.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the example code '0110 0001' represent?
An operand that means the hexadecimal value 61.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
How can programming languages be categorized?
Broadly as low-level or high-level languages.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the '&&' symbol indicate in programming?
It represents a logical AND operation.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '%' signify?
Modulus operator, used to find the remainder of a division operation.
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Software Development Process
What expertise is often required for programming specific application tasks?
Knowledge of the application domain, specialized algorithms, and formal logic.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the purpose of the '=' symbol in programming?
It is used for assignment, assigning a value to a variable.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is computer hardware?
The collection of physical components that construct a physical computer system.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is Random Access Memory (RAM)?
A type of memory where every section can be accessed randomly.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is an Operand in the context of an ALU?
The data required to complete an instruction, such as the two numbers to be added.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the function of the '//' symbol in many programming languages?
It denotes a single-line comment.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the '*' symbol represent in programming?
It is used for multiplication.
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Prompt Engineering in AI
What does format refer to in prompt engineering?
The desired structure of AI response, such as paragraphs, bullet points, or tables.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is Read-Only Memory (ROM)?
A type of non-volatile memory where data cannot be easily modified.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What are generally regarded as high-level languages?
Languages that are not classified as low-level languages.
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Prompt Engineering in AI
What is the purpose of providing examples in prompts?
To clarify or further illustrate the instruction.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '!' signify in programming?
Logical NOT operator, used to invert the value of a boolean expression.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '!=' signify?
Inequality operator, used to check if two values are not equal.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '+' represent in programming?
Addition operator, used to add two numbers or concatenate strings.
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Computer Hardware and Software
What is programming?
The process of creating or developing programs.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What is the purpose of the symbol '&&'?
Logical AND operator, used to combine two boolean expressions.
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Programming Languages: Low-Level vs High-Level
What does the symbol '||' represent?
Logical OR operator, used to combine two boolean expressions.
