Assignment #1

1.(5pts) Choose a programming language that is not in the top 10 of the TIOBE study and not in your textbook.

Explain what application it is best used for

Who invented and when

Is it compiled or interpreted?

2.(5 pts) Answer the question for a-d below. Give a two-sentence justification (why you chose the particular answer ) for each. Cite any sources used.

What is the best programming language to use when:

a. you want to learn how to program?

b. you want to perform web development?

c. you need to analyze satellite weather data?

d. you want to get a job?

3.(5pts) What are the steps in compilation? How do these contrast to steps in interpretation?

4.(5pts) What argument can you make FOR the idea of a single language for all programming domains.

5.(5pts) What argument can you make AGAINST the idea of a single language for all programming domains?

6.(5pts) What common programming language statement in your opinion is most detrimental to readability.

7.(5pts) What are the arguments for writing efficient programs even though hardware is relatively inexpensive?