Understanding Coding Through Debugging |
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Author:
| Harris, Patricia |
Series title: | Spotlight on Kids Can Code Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4994-2796-7 |
Publication Date: | Dec 2016 |
Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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Imprint: | PowerKids Press |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $12.75 |
Book Description:
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When computer programming pioneer Admiral Grace Hopper discovered a moth causing problems in a mechanical computer, the term debugging was born. This book explores how fixing programming and hardware problems has developed into a critical process for computer programmers. The text includes case studies and examples of debugging tools. Readers are challenged to review a simple program with a problem, and to locate the bug. This provides young computer programmers the chance to see...
More DescriptionWhen computer programming pioneer Admiral Grace Hopper discovered a moth causing problems in a mechanical computer, the term debugging was born. This book explores how fixing programming and hardware problems has developed into a critical process for computer programmers. The text includes case studies and examples of debugging tools. Readers are challenged to review a simple program with a problem, and to locate the bug. This provides young computer programmers the chance to see debugging skills in use. Photographs and sidebars help readers gain a solid comprehension of debugging skills and practices.