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ASSIGNMENT ON COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

BY

ADEKUNLE BUKOLA DADA

F/HD/21/3540006

ARCHITECTURE HND 2

Summarise, Introduction to programming and Language translator

SUBMMITED TO

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

YABA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

GNS 324

Introduction to Programming:

Programming is the process of creating a set of instructions for a computer to follow in order to
perform a specific task or solve a problem. These instructions are typically written in a programming
language, which is a structured and understandable way of communicating with a computer.
Programming is a fundamental skill in the field of computer science and is used in a wide range of
applications, from developing software and applications to controlling hardware devices and
automating tasks.

Key concepts in programming include:

Algorithms: Programming begins with defining a sequence of steps or algorithms that solve a
problem. These algorithms serve as the blueprint for writing code.

Syntax: Each programming language has its own rules and syntax that dictate how code should be
structured. Correct syntax is essential for code to be understood and executed by a computer.

Variables and Data Types: Variables are used to store data, and programming languages offer various
data types, such as integers, strings, and booleans, to represent different kinds of information.

Control Structures: Control structures like loops and conditional statements allow you to control the
flow of a program, making decisions and repeating tasks as needed.

Functions and Methods: Functions and methods are reusable blocks of code that perform specific
tasks. They help in organizing and simplifying code.

Debugging: Debugging is the process of identifying and fixing errors or bugs in the code to ensure it
functions correctly.

Language Translator:

A language translator, often referred to as a machine translation system, is a type of software or

service that automatically translates text or speech from one language to another. These systems are
used to bridge language barriers and facilitate communication between people who speak different
languages. Language translators have become increasingly sophisticated and are widely used in
various contexts, such as business, travel, and international diplomacy.

Key aspects of language translation include:

Natural Language Processing (NLP): Language translators are built on NLP technology, which enables
computers to understand and generate human language. NLP involves tasks like text analysis,
sentiment analysis, and language generation.

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: Many modern language translators use machine learning
algorithms and artificial intelligence techniques to improve translation quality. They learn from large
datasets of multilingual text to improve their accuracy and fluency.

Bilingual and Multilingual Models: Language translators typically rely on bilingual or multilingual
models that compare the structure and meaning of text in two or more languages to produce
translations.

Challenges in Translation: Translating languages can be challenging due to differences in syntax,

idioms, cultural context, and word meanings. These challenges make perfect translations difficult to
achieve.

Applications: Language translation is used in various applications, including online translation services,
mobile apps, content localization, and international business communication.

Common language translation tools and services include Google Translate, DeepL, Microsoft
Translator, and professional human translators who may use computer-assisted translation (CAT)
tools to enhance their work.