AP Computer Science A Topic 1.1

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Topic 1.1: Introduction to Algorithms, Programming, and Compilers

• LO 1.1.A: Represent patterns and algorithms found in everyday life using written language or diagrams.
  • EK 1.1.A.1: Algorithms are step-by-step processes.
  • EK 1.1.A.2: Sequencing defines the order of steps.
  • LO 1.1.B: Explain the code compilation and execution process.
  • EK 1.1.B.1: IDEs are used to write, compile, and run code.
  • EK 1.1.B.2: A compiler checks for errors before execution.

• LO 1.1.C: Identify types of programming errors.
  • EK 1.1.C.1: Syntax errors violate language rules and are caught by the compiler.
  • EK 1.1.C.2: Logic errors cause incorrect behavior.
  • EK 1.1.C.3: Run-time errors occur during execution and terminate the program.
  • EK 1.1.C.4: An exception is a type of run-time error.