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Karel General

Karel is a dog who listens to your commands.

Karel

Karel Documentation JavaScript

Documentation for all Karel Commands and Syntax.

karel documentation karel docs karel reference

Call a Function JavaScript

Calling a function actually gives the command, so the computer will run the code for that function.

Call a Function

Function body JavaScript

The part of a function that contains the commands

function body

Function Python

A function is like a command that you get to invent and name. It allows us to break our program into smaller parts, making the program easier to understand.

Define a Function JavaScript

Defining a function means to teach the computer a new command and explain what it should do when receiving that command.

Define a Function

Function Body Python

In Python functions, the function body is the indented block of code that comes after the `def my_function():` line. The function body is what will be executed when the function is called.

Snake Case Python

`snake case` refers to the style of writing in which each space is replaced by an underscore `_` character and the first letter of each word is lowercase.

Decomposition General

Decomposition is breaking your program into smaller parts.

Decomposition

Top Down Design JavaScript

Top down design is a method for breaking our program down into smaller parts.

Top Down Design

Precondition JavaScript

Assumptions we make about what must be true before the function is called.

Precondition

Postcondition JavaScript

What should be true after the function is called

Postcondition

Comment Python

A message in your code that explains what is going on.

Abstraction General

Managing complexity by "abstracting away" information and detail, in order to focus on the relevant concepts.

Procedural Abstraction Java

The ability to use methods and programs that we do not fully understand, or are unable to write.

SuperKarel General

SuperKarel is like Karel but already knows how to turnRight() and turnAround()

SuperKarel

Application Programming Interfaces Java

APIs and libraries simplify complex programming tasks by providing sets of clearly defined methods of communication among various computing components.

documentation General

Written instructions detailing the functions, methods, and variables available and how to use them.

For Loop Python

A for loop lets us repeat code a **fixed number of times.**

Condition General

A condition is code that you put inside an if statement or while-loop.

Condition

if statement Python

Executes code only if condition is true

If Else Statement General

Control structure that lets us run either one section of code or another depending on a test.

If Else Statement

While Loop Python

Lets us repeat code as long as something is true.

Control Structure General

A control structure lets us change the flow of the code.

Control Structure loops if statements

Bug General

A bug is a problem in your code.

Bug

Debugging General

Debugging is fixing a problem in your code.

Debugging

Pseudocode General

Pseudocode is a brief explanation of code in plain English.

Pseudocode

Algorithm General

An algorithm is a set of steps or rules to follow to solve a particular problem.

algorithm, process

Sequencing General

Sequencing, or sequential execution, is step by step execution of instructions in the order they are given.

Iteration General

Repetition of instructions a specified number of times, or until a condition is met.

Selection General

Using a condition to determine which part of an algorithm is executed.

Parameters Python

Pieces of information you can give to functions when you define them. When the function is called the arguments are the data you pass into the function's parameters. Parameter is the variable in the declaration of the function. Argument is the actual value of this variable that gets passed to the function.

Ultra Karel JavaScript

Ultra Karel is the same as Super Karel, except Ultra Karel has the ability to paint the grid world!

For Loop JavaScript

A for loop lets us repeat code a **fixed number of times**.

For Loop

While Loop General

Lets us repeat code as long as something is true.

While Loop

Comment JavaScript

A message in your code that explains what is going on.

Comment

Function JavaScript

A function is a way to teach Karel a new word.

Function

Indentation General

Indentation is the visual structure of how your code is laid out. It uses tabs to organize code into a hierarchy.