Programming basics
What programming basics means
Variables, loops and selection in code.
Worked example
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What is a variable in programming?
- A fixed number
- A named container that stores a value
- A type of loop
- An error message
Working: Variables store data that a program can use and change.
Curriculum and exam alignment
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Related skills
Other Programming skills in Computing, at the same point in the course.
Other Computing topics
Related study guides
Exams that assess programming basics
Junior High work on this skill feeds directly into these exam papers. Each page lists the Computing topics that appear on it.
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