Fundamentals of Programming

This text is a comprehensive guide to computer programming, covering the basic principles, concepts, and techniques of programming. The book provides a detailed overview of programming languages, algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. With clear explanations and practical examples, this book is an excellent starting point for anyone interested in learning programming fundamentals. It is an essential resource for students and professionals who want to develop their programming skills and enhance their understanding of computer science. Cover Title Page Copyright About The Author Contents List of Figures List of Tables List of Abbreviations Preface Chapter 1: Introduction To Programming Unit Introduction 1.1. Processing Of Information 1.2. Managing The Computer 1.3. The Essence Of Programming 1.4. History Of Programming 1.5. Types Of Programming Languages 1.6. Stages In Software Development 1.7. Software Development Is More Than Just Coding 1.8. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 2: Evaluation Of Major Programming Languages Unit Introduction 2.1. Zuse’s PlankalkÜl 2.2. Pseudocodes 2.3. IBM 704 And Fortran 2.4. Functional Programming: LISP 2.5. Computerizing Business Records 2.6. The Early Stages Of Timesharing 2.7. Two Initial Dynamic Languages: SNOBOL And APL 2.8. Object-oriented Programming (OOP): Smalltalk 2.9. Merging Imperative And Object-oriented Characteristics 2.10. An Imperative-centered Object-oriented Language: Java 2.11. Markup-programming Hybrid Languages 2.12. Scripting Languages 2.13. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 3: Data Types Unit Introduction 3.1. Primitive Data Types 3.2. Character String Types 3.3. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 4: Algorithms And Data Structures In Programming Unit Introduction 4.1. Issues Solved By Algorithms 4.2. Data Structures 4.3. Algorithms Like A Technology 4.4. Algorithms And Other Technologies 4.5. Analyzing Data Structures And Algorithms 4.6. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 5: Functions Unit Introduction 5.1. Categories Of Functions 5.2. Program Layout 5.3. Hierarchy Or Structure Chart 5.4. Parameters And Arguments 5.5. Call By Value Vs. Call By Reference 5.6. Return Statement 5.7. Void Data Type 5.8. Scope 5.9. Programming Style 5.10. Standard Libraries 5.11. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 6: Arrays Unit Introduction 6.1. Array 6.2. Index Notation 6.3. Displaying Array Members 6.4. Arrays And Functions 6.5. Math Statistics With Arrays 6.6. Searching Arrays 6.7. Sorting Arrays 6.8. Parallel Arrays 6.9. Multidimensional Arrays 6.10. Dynamic Arrays 6.11. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 7: Control Structures Unit Introduction 7.1. Selection Control Structures 7.2. If Then Else 7.3. Nested If Then Else 7.4. Relational Operators 7.5. Assignment Vs. Equality 7.6. Iteration Control Structures 7.7. Branching Statements 7.8. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Chapter 8: Fundamentals Of Object-oriented Programming Unit Introduction 8.1. An Object-oriented World 8.2. Importance Of OOp 8.3. The Characteristics Of An OOP 8.4. Encapsulation 8.5. Inheritance 8.6. Polymorphism 8.7. Exception Handling 8.8. Final Remarks Of OOP 8.9. Summary Review Questions Multiple Choice Questions References Index Back Cover