Web Page Glossary
Web Page Glossary 15 Computer programming terms
This glossary was created to help beginners to understand common terms used in computer programming. It provides simple definitions to make technical vocabulary easier to learn and use. Algorithm Noun A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem. Example: Sorting numbers requires an algorithm. en: Algorithme
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Array Noun A list that stores multiple values in a single variable. Example: The array contains five student names. en: Tableau
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Boolean Noun A data type with only two values: true or false. Example: The login status is stored as a boolean. en: Booléen.
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Class Noun A blueprint used to create objects. Example: The class defines the structure of a student. en: Classe
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Compiler Noun A program that converts source code into machine code. Example: The compiler shows errors before running the program. en: Compilateur
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Debugging Noun The process of finding and fixing errors in code. Example: Debugging helped me fix the program crash. en: Debogage
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Function Noun A reusable block of code that perform a specific task. Example: This function calculates the total price. en: Fonction
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Integer Noun A whole number without decimals. Example: The variable score is an integer. en: Entier
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Loop Noun A structure that repeats code while a condition is true. Example: The loop prints numbers from 1 to 10. en: Boucle
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Object Noun A data structure that contains proprieties and methods. Example: The car object has color and speed. en: Objet
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Parameter Noun A value passed into a function. Example: The function takes two parameters. en: Parametre
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Return Verb or Noun To send a value back from a function. Example: The function returns the result. en: Retourner
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String Noun A sequence of characters used to represent text. Example: My name is stored as a string. en: Chaine de caracteres
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Syntax Noun The rules that define how code must be written. Example: A missing semicolon is a syntax error. en: Syntaxe
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Variable Noun A container that stores data that can change during a program. Example: I stored the user's age in a variable. en: Variable
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