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An algorithm is a set of step-by-step instructions in a sequential manner to solve a problem.
A flowchart is a pictorial representation of an algorithm. A flowchart uses special symbols to
represent each step. An algorithm and a flowchart are the basis for writing a program. Algorithmic
intelligence is when computers use rules and data to make decisions, solve problems, or learn
from patterns. Let us learn more about algorithmic intelligence and making programs.
INFORMATION PROCESSING
Information is the result of processed data. Raw data is collected, filtered, sorted, processed,
analysed, stored, and then presented in a readable format, known as information. Information
processing involves acquiring, storing, analysing, retrieving, and displaying data. Just like a
computer, our brain acquires, processes, and stores information. Effective information processing
is crucial for writing an algorithm.
The left and right brain of an human process the data as follows:
Left Brain Right Brain
Right side of body control Left side of body control
Number skills 3D shapes
Math/Scientific skills Music/Art awareness
Written language Intuition
Spoken language Creativity
Objectivity Imagination
Analytical Subjectivity
Logic Synthesizing
Reasoning Emotion
Face recognition
BINARY REPRESENTATION OF INFORMATION
Binary code is the most basic form of data that a computer can directly interpret. Computers
use binary code, composed of 1s and 0s, to store and process data. These 1s and 0s represent
electrical signals: ON for 1 and OFF for 0. For instance, the number 5 is stored as 0101 in binary.
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IF (Condition)
True to be checked False
Statements inside IF block Statements inside ELSE
will execute block will execute
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