Computer Programming Definition
Computer programming is creating instructions for computers. For example, writing commands for apps.
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Digital vs. Analog Signals
Fun Facts
- A career in computer programming allows you to work on computer games, apps, or websites.
- Software programmers create codes that make it easy for people and computers to communicate.
- Programming languages allow easier coding than direct binary code.
Why Do We Need To Know About Computer Programming
Learning computer programming helps you understand how websites, apps, and video games are made. It’s all about writing computer code, which is used in making everything from movies to music. Also, programming is behind how we talk over phones or computers, showing it’s a key part of today’s technology.
Since programmers keep making their code better by adding new things or fixing problems, there’s always a need for more people who can code. This means there are a lot of jobs in different areas for those who know how to program.
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- We will learn the difference between analog and digital signals.
- All electronics send and store information as a series of 1s and 0s.
- Digital signals are a more reliable way to send and store information.
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