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Programming — Beginner

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Today's quiz questions

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  1. 1.What is a syntax error?

    • •An error caused by a network connection failure
    • •An error that occurs when a program produces wrong results
    • •An error caused by running out of memory
    • •An error caused by invalid code grammar

  2. 2.What is an IDE?

    • •Internet Data Exchange
    • •Integrated Development Environment
    • •Internal Debug Engine
    • •Intelligent Design Editor

  3. 3.What is version control?

    • •A method of encrypting source code
    • •A system that tracks and manages changes to code over time
    • •A way to number new software releases
    • •A tool for testing different versions of a website

  4. 4.What is a 'loop' in programming?

    • •A structure that repeats a block of code multiple times
    • •A tool for detecting errors in code
    • •A way to connect two programs together
    • •A method to store data permanently

  5. 5.What is the difference between front-end and back-end development?

    • •Front-end is the user-facing part (UI); back-end is the server-side logic and database
    • •Front-end uses databases; back-end uses HTML and CSS
    • •There is no real difference; they are the same thing
    • •Front-end is for mobile; back-end is for desktop

  6. 6.What is the difference between a 'string' and an 'integer'?

    • •A string is text (sequence of characters); an integer is a whole number
    • •A string is longer than an integer
    • •A string stores numbers; an integer stores text
    • •There is no difference; both store the same data

  7. 7.What is a 'package manager'?

    • •A tool that automates installing, updating, and managing software libraries
    • •A visual organizer for project files
    • •A tool for compressing files into packages
    • •A shipping software for e-commerce

  8. 8.What is JavaScript primarily used for?

    • •Styling web pages with colors and layouts
    • •Managing databases on the server
    • •Creating the structure and content of web pages
    • •Adding interactivity and dynamic behavior to web pages

  9. 9.What is a 'framework' in programming?

    • •A document that outlines project requirements
    • •A type of operating system for developers
    • •A structured platform providing tools and conventions for building applications
    • •The physical frame of a computer

  10. 10.What is Python known for?

    • •Its simple, readable syntax that makes it great for beginners
    • •Only being used for web development
    • •Being the fastest programming language available
    • •Being the oldest programming language still in use