Modular Code (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Quizzes
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What is modular code?
What is modular code?
Code divided into smaller, self-contained modules
What qualities does modularity enhance?
What qualities does modularity enhance?
Readability, reusability, maintainability
What can modules be implemented as?
What can modules be implemented as?
Functions, classes, procedures, or files
How do independent modules interact with each other?
How do independent modules interact with each other?
Through well-defined interfaces
What does the Single Responsibility principle mean for modules?
What does the Single Responsibility principle mean for modules?
Each module performs one specific task
What does encapsulation hide in a module?
What does encapsulation hide in a module?
Internal workings of the module
Why does modular code ease maintenance?
Why does modular code ease maintenance?
Changes to modules don't affect entire program
How does modularity help with debugging?
How does modularity help with debugging?
Errors can be isolated within specific modules
How does modularity support collaborative development?
How does modularity support collaborative development?
Different modules developed by different members
What should each module have when designing?
What should each module have when designing?
Clear input and output
In web development, what are typical modules?
In web development, what are typical modules?
Front-end, back-end, database management
What is the problem with tightly coupled modules?
What is the problem with tightly coupled modules?
Changes in one module affect others
What problem does over-modularisation cause?
What problem does over-modularisation cause?
Program becomes harder to understand/manage