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Cambridge AS & A Level Computer Science

11.1Programming basics

Programming basics in Cambridge AS & A Level Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 11.1.1Implement pseudocode from a design given as a program flowchart or structured English.
  2. 11.1.2Declare constants and variables, assign values, and write expressions, input and output.
  3. 11.1.3Use built-in functions and library routines.

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  • Programming basics: variables, constants, expressions and input-output

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Programming basics: sample question

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Which data type is the most suitable for a learner's phone number such as 0771234567?

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