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Introduction to program

design and
development
-:Topics to be covered:-
• What is Algorithm
• Features of Algorithm
• Advantages of using Algorithm
• Flowchart
• Problem Solving using Algorithm & Flowchart
What is Algorithm ?

The word Algorithm means “a process or set of rules to be followed in


calculations or other problem-solving operations”. Therefore Algorithm
refers to a set of rules/instructions that step-by-step define how a work is to
be executed upon in order to get the expected results. 
Features of Algorithm

• Clear and Unambiguous: Algorithm should be clear and unambiguous. Each of its steps should be
clear in all aspects and must lead to only one meaning.
• Well-Defined Inputs: If an algorithm says to take inputs, it should be well-defined inputs.
• Well-Defined Outputs: The algorithm must clearly define what output will be yielded and it should be
well-defined as well.
• Finite-ness: The algorithm must be finite, i.e. it should not end up in an infinite loops or similar.
• Feasible: The algorithm must be simple, generic and practical, such that it can be executed upon will the
available resources. It must not contain some future technology, or anything.
• Language Independent: The Algorithm designed must be language-independent, i.e. it must be just
plain instructions that can be implemented in any language, and yet the output will be same, as expected.
Advantages of Algorithms:
• It is easy to understand.
• Algorithm is a step-wise representation of a solution to a given problem.
• In Algorithm the problem is broken down into smaller pieces or steps
hence, it is easier for the programmer to convert it into an actual program.
Disadvantages of Algorithms:
• Writing an algorithm takes a long time so it is time-consuming.
• Branching and Looping statements are difficult to show in Algorithms.
-:Flowchart:-
Flowchart is a diagrammatic representation of sequence of logical steps of a program. Flowcharts
use simple geometric shapes to depict processes and arrows to show relationships and
process/data flow.

A flow chart allows you to layout a complex set of interactions in a way that is easier to digest.
For example a process flowchart typically includes a series of activities, inputs, outputs and roles
(the people that do the activities) in a sequence. The sequence often has branching where one
activity might trigger parallel activities. These sorts of relationships are very hard to visualize
when written as text. So a flowchart helps to turn that into a picture that makes it easier for people
to understand, discuss and communicate
Flowchart Symbols

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