Code used during program development that is not part of the final version.

The order in which code is executed.

A keyword for indicating that a method returns nothing.

A graphical representation of the variables belonging to each method.

A short-lived variable, often used for debugging.

Combining expressions and statements.

To "call" a method or cause it to execute.

A variable that specifies some input that must be passed to a method.

A representation of the variables and parameters for a method.

A placeholder for an incomplete method so that the class will compile.

A variable declared inside a method.

A keyword for indicating that a method returns nothing.

The area of a program where a variable CAN be used.

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scaffolding
Code that appears to work, but crashes during execution.
Code used to obfuscate the origin of a computer virus.
Code that is required to complete all required features of an application.
Code used during program development that is not part of the final version.
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A process for creating programs by writing a few lines at a time, compiling, and testing.
incremental development
intermittent development
infinitesimal development
interminable development
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flow of execution
The order in which code is executed.
The order in which programmers decompose problems into subproblems.
An optimized state of mind; also known as "flow state."
The order of operations for mathematical expressions.
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void
A keyword for indicating that a method returns nothing.
A bleak dwelling in the souls of those who refuse to comment their code.
A keyword for indicating that a method doesn't work.
A keyword for indicating that a method might return any type of value.
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stack diagram
A graphical representation of a breakfast food served with syrup.
A graphical representation of an online community for developers.
A graphical representation of the variables belonging to each method.
A graphical representation of a ventilation structure made of brick.
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temporary variable
A variable that exists only as long as you serve its needs.
The result of a prompt for user input.
A variable assigned when program execution terminates.
A short-lived variable, often used for debugging.
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composition
Combining expressions and statements.
Combining the methods of a class.
Combining a collection of objects in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
Combining lines of code into a working program.
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invoke
To summon the semicolons of death.
To comment out a method.
To define a method.
To "call" a method or cause it to execute.
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parameter
A program that is roughly three feet long.
A variable that's declared on the first line of a method.
A variable that specifies some input that must be passed to a method.
A numerical or other measurable factor forming one of a set.
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argument
A value you pass to a method.
When you want to eat at sweetgreen and your friend prefers Boba Guys.
A value returned from a method.
A value computed within a method.
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frame
A representation of the global variables declared in a program.
To create or formulate (a concept, plan, or system).
A representation of the variables and parameters for a method.
A collection of stack diagrams.
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A return value is the type of value a method returns
True
False
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Parameter passing is the process of assigning an argument value to a parameter variable.
False
True
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A return type is the value provided as the result of a method invocation.
True
False
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stub
A placeholder for an incomplete method so that the class will compile.
A method containing comprehensive debugging information.
Something that happens to your toe when you walk through a dark room.
A method that completes the execution of a program.
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local variable
A variable declared inside a method.
A variable that is visible outside of a method.
A variable that has a familiar name.
A sketchy neighborhood restaurant.
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void
A keyword for indicating that a method might return any type of value.
A bleak dwelling in the souls of those who refuse to comment their code.
A keyword for indicating that a method doesn't work.
A keyword for indicating that a method returns nothing.
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scope
A blue liquid used for gargling.
The area of a program where a variable CANNOT be used
The area of a program where a variable CAN be used.
The area of a program that encapsulates the object-oriented methodology.

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