๐ Topic Summary
Imagine your computer is a robot following instructions. If you give it the wrong instructions, it might do something unexpected! A 'bug' in computer programming is like a typo in those instructions. Debugging is the process of finding and fixing these bugs, so your program works exactly as you planned. This 'Bug Hunt' activity lets you practice debugging skills without even using a computer!
๐ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the following terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Bug |
A. A set of instructions for a computer to follow. |
| 2. Debugging |
B. To find and fix errors in a program. |
| 3. Algorithm |
C. A mistake or error in a program that causes it to malfunction. |
| 4. Program |
D. The order in which steps are executed in a program. |
| 5. Sequence |
E. A step-by-step process or set of rules to solve a problem. |
Match the numbers to the correct letters. (Answers: 1-C, 2-B, 3-E, 4-A, 5-D)
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the following paragraph using the words provided below:
When a program doesn't work as expected, it's often because there's a ______ in the code. The process of finding and fixing these errors is called ______. A good way to avoid bugs is to carefully plan your ______ before you start coding, making sure each step is in the correct ______. By practicing these skills, you can become a master ______!
(Words: Bug, Debugging, Algorithm, Sequence, Debugger)
(Answers: bug, debugging, algorithm, sequence, debugger)
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you're building a robot that needs to make a sandwich. What are some of the possible 'bugs' (errors) that could happen in your instructions that would result in the robot making the sandwich incorrectly?