Lesson 3: Different coding languages

Question 1

What is one of the most established and widely-used programming languages?

Answer 1

C

C was first released in 1972 and has influenced many other programming languages.

Question 2

In what year was the C programming language first released?

Answer 2

1972

C is a complex, high-level language.

Question 3

Name three programming languages that have been influenced by C.

Answer 3

• C++
• Java
• Python

These languages have drawn concepts and structures from C.

Question 4

C is mainly used for creating system applications. Name two operating systems that use C.

Answer 4

• Windows
• Linux

C is essential for system-level programming.

Question 5

True or false: C is used to create games, graphics, and apps that require lots of calculations.

Answer 5

TRUE

C’s efficiency makes it suitable for performance-intensive applications.

Question 6

C++ Questions now

Question 7

What is C++ primarily known as?

Answer 7

A general-purpose language

C++ is one of the world’s most popular programming languages.

Question 8

C++ is developed as an extension and expansion of which language?

Answer 8

C

C++ builds upon the foundational concepts of the C programming language.

Question 9

List three applications where C++ can be found.
O. G. E

Answer 9

• Operating systems
• Graphical user interfaces
• Embedded systems

C++ is widely used in various domains due to its performance and control over system resources.

Question 10

True or false: C++ provides a high level of control over system resources and memory.

Answer 10

TRUE

This control is one of the reasons C++ is favored for high-performance applications.

Question 11

C++ allows code to be easily adapted to multiple __________.

Answer 11

platforms

This adaptability is a significant advantage of using C++ for software development.

Question 12

What is a simple program in C++ to print out the phrase ‘Hello World’?

Answer 12

A program that outputs ‘Hello World’

This is a common introductory example for learning C++.

Question 13

C# was specifically built for which software company

Answer 13

Microsoft.net

Question 14

what is C# mostly commonly used for ?

Answer 14

Developing code for windows systems

Question 15

C# It is considered one of the best languages to use for ?

Answer 15

for programming custom software

Question 16

what else is C# commonly used in

Answer 16

Video game development

Question 17

Where would you commonly see Python being used

Answer 17

developing web applications, and specialised uses, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning.

Question 17

what makes Python one of the easiest languages to learn ?

Answer 17

intuitive to write and understand, very versatile language

Question 18

How would hello world in Python look

Answer 18

> > > print(‘Hello World’)

Question 19

Why is Java so Popular for beginners

Answer 19

once you have written a piece of code in Java, it can be run on just about any device using the Java platform.

Question 20

What are some of Javas main uses ?

Answer 20

business software, web applications and mobile apps.

Question 21

Which OS uses Java as its native language ?

Answer 21

Google android OS

Question 22

where is Java Script especially useful for ?

Answer 22

making interactive and responsive web pages.

Question 23

What other coding languages are paired best with Java Script, and what do they work on ?

Answer 23

HTML and CSS to add elements like animations, video players and browser-based games to web pages.

Question 24

When was Swift developed ?

Answer 24

2014

Question 25

What was Swift developed for ?

Answer 25

Apple’s iOS and macOS applications

Question 26

Why is Ruby a favourite with start-ups who need to move quickly.

Answer 26

coding language has very simple syntax, making it very flexible and easy to write

Question 26

What major companies have built their websites with Ruby ?

Answer 26

Airbnb, Shopify and Bloomberg

Question 26

What other apple based OS can it be found in ?

Answer 26

watchOS and tvOS.

Question 27

What other reasons might it be popular with start ups ?

Answer 27

it is the basis for the popular Ruby on Rails web application

Question 28

what are the Big benefits of using the Ruby on Rails web application

Answer 28

allows developers to build applications around 40 percent faster than with other technologies.

Question 29

What does PHP stand for ?

Answer 29

Hypertext Preprocessor

Question 29

PHP is used on the ........... , rather than to develop websites

Answer 29

server side

Question 29

PHP and what other coding language are often used together

Answer 29

Java script

Question 30

TRUE OR FALSE: PHP is often used in Operating systems ?

Answer 30

FALSE: It is mostly used in website development

Question 31

In website development which area does it target ?

Answer 31

dynamic content and databases on a website.

Question 32

What does SQL stand for ?

Answer 32

Structured Query Language

Question 33

where is SQL predominantly used in ?

Answer 33

database management

Question 34

Which job tiles would used this Code language ?

Answer 34

server developers, database administrators, and software developers

Question 34

TRUE OR FALSE: R is a highly specialised coding language ?

Answer 34

TRUE

Question 34

Where is R primarily used ?

Answer 34

academic fields and by large tech companies

Question 35

Is R a low level or High level language ?

Answer 35

Low level

Question 36

Statisticians and data miners often use R to develop programs for ....... ?

Answer 36

performing statistical software and data analysis packages