What is an Algorithm?

The algorithm is a step-by-step procedure for solving computational problems. Programs mean the same, is it?

Every programming language follows a specific syntax that allows us to write code so that it is easily understandable to the machine. Whereas, in the algorithm, we write pseudocode. Pseudocode is an informal language that helps programmers develop algorithms. It is neither in English nor in code.

Let’s see pseudocode for the algorithm of an average of numbers.

sum == 0, n= total number of elements

for each element num in list

begin

sum = sum + num

average = sum/x

return average

Basics of Computer Programming For Beginners

Be it any programming language in which you want to grow your career, It’s very important to learn the fundamentals first. Before having a good command over the basic concepts of programming, you cannot imagine the growth in that particular career. Hence, this article will talk about all the basic concepts of programming. 

Also, if you’re a beginner aiming to be a software engineer? Then you have landed on the right article. This article is specially designed to give you a glimpse into programming and take a deep dive into the fundamentals of programming that most neglect but yet are most important to know. 

Table of Content

  • What is a Computer?
  • What is a Program(Code)?
  • Variables and Syntax in Programming
  • Data Types in Programming
  • Flow Control Structures in Programming
  • Why do we need to Learn Any Programming Language?
  • Programming Methods
  • What is an Algorithm?
  • Top Most Popular Programming Languages
  • Conclusion

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