5.7 - Use-Cases and Applications
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Practice Questions
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Name two areas where compilers are typically used.
💡 Hint: Think about performance-critical applications.
What programming language is primarily used for web scripting?
💡 Hint: Consider languages that operate in browsers.
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What is a primary advantage of compilers in programming?
💡 Hint: Think about how compiled programs are executed compared to interpreted ones.
Interpreter languages are better for rapid prototyping. True or False?
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly changes need to be tested in development.
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Consider a scenario where you are developing a video game that requires handling multiple real-time elements. Explain why using a compiled language would be advantageous over an interpreted one.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the nature of gaming performance.
You're tasked with creating a web application that needs frequent updates. Discuss the advantages of using an interpreted language for this project.
💡 Hint: Think about how web applications are often updated and how that affects coding approaches.
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