Lesson 2Understanding Programming Basics

This lesson provides an overview of general concepts related to the world of computer programming. The information presented will help you understand basic concepts that are common to all types of programming, regardless of the language you use to write computer code, as well as give you some basic tools that you can use to design your own programs.

THE FUTURE OF COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

One of the most important parts of working in the field of computer programming is understanding that things change. The change may be slow, or it may happen overnight, but it is often said that the only certainty in the field of computer science is that things will change. Even considering the marvels that today's society already takes for granted, new technology is always on the horizon.

Virtual reality allows people to work as if they are in an office, exercise as if they are in a gym, and check out new places as if they traveled there, all from the comfort of their living room.

Anyone who chooses to work in technology must be willing to continue learning. Not only is new hardware invented ...

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