1. How to Program? -- Part 1 Part 1: Problem Solving –Analyze a problem –Decide what steps need to be taken to solve it. –Take into consideration any special circumstances. –Plan a sequence of actions that must take place in a specified order –Solve the whole problem using pen and paper

2. How to Program? -- Part 2 Part 2: Code –Translate plan into a programming language. –Enter it into the computer. –Document the code

3. How to Program? -- Part 3 Part 3: Test and Debug –Compile the program and correct any syntax errors. Correct SYNTAX ERRORS. –Execute the program with the relevant data. –Check if results are as expected Correct RUN TIME ERRORS Correct LOGIC ERROR

4. How to Program? -- Part 4 Part 4: Document –Write a report describing your program. –External documentation.