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Computer Coding Terms

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Spriteis a two-dimensional image or animation that is integrated into a larger scene or bit map
Running the Codeto execute a script or list of commands in code
Operatoran operator is a character that represents an action, In Scratch they are color-coded light-green blocks, and are used to script math equations and string handling.
Scratchis a programming language and an online community where children can program and share interactive media such as stories, games, and animation with people from all over the world
Scriptwhat a list of commands in programming language is called; the process of creating the commands for a project to operate. Scratch is an object-oriented programming language which uses blocks instead of text to write script
Datais defined as facts or figures, or information that's stored in or used by a computer.
Penis a feature in Scratch that allows a Sprite to draw shapes, plot colored pixels, and so forth on the screen with the Pen Blocks.
Eventis programming in which the code is based on events, which are similar to broadcasts. In Scratch, blocks whose labels begin with "when" handle events, the latter of which, recall,
Controldetails the direction the program takes; Control blocks is one of the ten categories of Scratch blocks. They are color-coded gold, and are used to control scripts
Loopa sequence of instructions that is continually repeated until a certain condition is reached. In Scratch, any block whose label begins with "forever" or "repeat" is a looping construct.
Troubleshootsolve serious problems; trace and correct faults in a mechanical or electronic system.
Codeany collection of computer instructions written using some human-readable computer language, usually as text but read by the computer as a series of 1s and 0s.
BackupBackup is the process of copying data, software or other digital information on a separate media in addition to its original storage.
BASICis a simple computer language designed by John G. Kemeny and Thomas E. Kurtz at Dartmouth College in 1963. It was designed for quick and easy programming by students and beginners.
Beta Versionalso known as beta release, usually represents the first version of a computer hardware or software; Some developers refer to this stage as a preview,
Bit(short for binary digit) is the smallest unit of data in a computer. A bit has a single binary value, either 0 or 1. Used to measure interface speed.
Algorithma process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer
Bytemultiple bits of data; is a unit of digital information that most commonly consists of eight bits. Used to measure data storage
Bit mapa type of image or file format used to store digital images
Blockingusing object oriented programing language instead of text to write script..i.e. Used in Scratch.
ByteUsed to measure data storage
BitUsed to measure interface speed
Workspaceanother name for where you make your script
Blocklyis a library of terms and actions used in Scratch that makes it easy for developers to add block programming to their apps like code.org
Scratchis a free programming code language where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations using blocks to learn code.


Computer Literacy Gr. 6
Bethlehem Middle School
Delmar, NY

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