Problem Solving and Algorithm Creation (AQA GCSE Computer Science): Flashcards

A set of clear instructions that solve a specific problem

Flowcharts, pseudo-code, program code

A visual way to represent an algorithm using shapes and arrows

Oval - marks beginning and end of algorithm

Rectangle - shows an action or calculation

Parallelogram - gets info from user or displays results

Diamond - branching point with yes/no or true/false question

Rectangle with double lines - calls another procedure

Must have exactly two outcomes (True/False or Yes/No)

Text-based method using English-like statements for algorithms

Instructions in specific languages that computers can execute

Python, VB.Net, or C#