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Problem-Solving Through
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. A flowchart is a visual representation of a process or algorithm,
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Flowcharts are commonly used in programming, engineering,

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Flowcharts can be created using software tools or drawn by hand,

and can range from simple to highly detailed.
 Flowcharts in Software Development:
Flowcharts provide a visual representation of the software development process, making it easier to understand and
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They help identify potential issues and errors in the software development process, allowing for early intervention and
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Flowcharts can be used to improve collaboration between team members, as everyone can see and understand the process

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They help ensure consistency in the software development process by providing a standardized framework for development.

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Flowcharts can be used to create documentation that can be used for future reference, troubleshooting, or training.
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They can help save time and resources by identifying areas where the process can be streamlined or improved.

Flowcharts can be used to demonstrate the software development process to stakeholders, such as clients or management,
helping to build trust and confidence in the development process.
Types of Flowcharts:
Business Process Flowchart: A
Programming Flowchart: A
Simple Flowchart: A simple business process flowchart can be
programming flowchart can be used
flowchart can be used to show the used to show the steps involved in
to show the logic of a program or
steps involved in a process, such as a business process, such as the
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Decision-Making Flowchart: A Quality Control Flowchart: A
Network Flowchart: A network

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flowchart can be used to show the
used to show the steps involved in used to show the steps involved in
flow of data through a network,

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making a decision, such as whether ensuring the quality of a product or
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START/END: INDICATES CONNECTOR: INDICATES PROCESS: REPRESENTS A DECISION: REPRESENTS A INPUT/OUTPUT:

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THE BEGINNING AND END THE FLOW OF THE STEP OR ACTION TO BE DECISION POINT IN THE REPRESENTS THE INPUT OR
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ANNOTATION / COMMENT PREDEFINED PROCESS ON-PAGE CONNECTOR OFF-PAGE CONNECTOR DELAY SYMBOL: ANY
SYMBOL: INDICATES SYMBOL: SHOWS NAMED SYMBOL ARE PAIRS OF ON- SYMBOL: AN OFF-PAGE DELAY PERIOD THAT IS

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ALTERNATE PROCESS DATA SYMBOL: DATA DOCUMENT SYMBOL: A MULTI-DOCUMENT DISPLAY SYMBOL: A
SYMBOL: AN ALTERNATE INPUT OR OUTPUT DOCUMENT SYMBOL: MULTIPLE MACHINE DISPLAY

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 Problem-Solving Through Flowcharts
Define the problem and the desired outcome: Before you begin to create a
flowchart, it's important to clearly define the problem you're trying to solve and
the outcome you want to achieve.

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Break down the problem into smaller steps: Once you have defined the

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Map out each step in the flowchart using the appropriate symbols:

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Test the flowchart: Once you have created the flowchart, test it by
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following each step to ensure that it produces the desired outcome.

Refine the flowchart: Based on testing and feedback,

refine the flowchart as needed.
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Find the Greatest of Two Numbers

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Find the sum of Two Numbers

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Online Flowchart tools

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