Programming Concepts

noun the formation of a number of things into a cluster

• The aggregation of data from multiple sources allows for a comprehensive analysis.
• The aggregation of all our notes will make studying for the exam easier.
• I'm not a fan of aggregation, it's too much work to gather everything together.
• The aggregation of memories in her mind created a vivid recollection of the past.

verb to add as a supplement or appendix

• Please remember to append your signature at the end of the document.
• Don't forget to append your contact information on the form.
• I'll just append my username to the end of the email.
• She decided to append a heartfelt message to the end of her speech.

verb to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully

• The lawyer will assert that his client is innocent during the trial.
• She likes to assert her opinions during group discussions.
• He always asserts his dominance in any situation.
• The artist's bold brush strokes assert a sense of movement in the painting.

noun a confident and forceful statement or belief

adjective assertive (relating to or characterized by assertiveness)

• The scientist made an assertion based on the data collected during the experiment.
• She confidently stated her assertion about the best way to solve the problem.
• He dropped his assertion on the group chat and everyone agreed with him.
• Her assertion was like a beacon of truth in a sea of uncertainty.

noun a task or piece of work assigned to someone as part of their job or course of study

• The deadline for submitting the assignment is next Friday.
• I gotta finish my assignment by Friday.
• I need to wrap up my assignment by Friday.
• Completing this assignment is like climbing a mountain.

adverb refers to time or place in the past

preposition used to indicate the time or place in front of or ahead of something

• Please make sure to read the instructions carefully before starting the exam.
• Hey, don't forget to check out the menu before deciding what to order.
• I always double-check my texts before sending them out.
• It's important to think things through before making any big decisions.

adjective At a lower level or layer than

adverb In or to a lower place

preposition At a lower level or layer than

• Please find the instructions below for completing the application form.
• Check out the link below for more information on the event.
• The party last night was lit, you should have been there to see the madness below.
• Despite facing many challenges, she always manages to stay positive and rise above the negativity below.

noun a difficult or restrictive situation

verb to bring together or unite

• The contract will bind both parties to the agreed upon terms.
• I promise to bind the papers together before submitting them.
• I can't believe we're bound to this boring meeting.
• Love has the power to bind people together in ways nothing else can.

noun a division or subdivision of something, especially one of a tree, road, or river

verb to divide into smaller sections or groups

adjective relating to or characteristic of a branch

• The company is considering branching out into new markets to increase their revenue streams.
• I heard that the company might start branching out into new areas soon.
• The company is thinking about branching out into some new stuff.
• Her ideas were like branching paths, leading to endless possibilities.

verb to write or print in capital letters; to take advantage of; to make the most of

• It is important to capitalize the first letter of each sentence in formal writing.
• Don't forget to capitalize the names of people and places in your essay.
• I always capitalize on Black Friday deals to save money.
• She knew how to capitalize on her strengths to advance in her career.

noun a mark or tick used to indicate agreement or correctness

verb to stop or slow down the progress of something

• Please remember to check your spelling and grammar before submitting the report.
• Hey, don't forget to check if you have your keys before we leave.
• I gotta check if my phone is charged before we head out.
• It's always good to check in with yourself and see how you're feeling from time to time.

noun a category of things having common characteristics

verb to assign or regard as belonging to a particular category

• The professor conducted a comprehensive lecture in the advanced class.
• I have a feeling that the class will be easy this semester.
• I heard the class is a breeze, so you don't need to worry.
• Life is like a classroom, and every experience is a lesson in this class of existence.

verb to come together to form one mass or whole

• The two companies decided to coalesce and form a new partnership.
• The groups of friends coalesced at the park for a picnic.
• The party was lit when all the different friend groups coalesced.
• The artist's ideas began to coalesce into a masterpiece.

verb to bring or join together in order to create something new

adjective used to describe something that is created by bringing different elements together

• By combining the two chemicals, the scientists were able to create a new compound.
• I'm thinking of combining the blue shirt with the black pants for a stylish outfit.
• Let's combine our efforts to throw the best party ever!
• She has a way of combining humor and intelligence in her speeches.

verb to create or write (a piece of music, a poem, etc.)

adjective having one's feelings and expression under control; calm

adverb in a calm and controlled manner

• The symphony was composed by a renowned composer.
• She composed a beautiful song for her best friend's birthday.
• I composed a sick beat for my new track.
• His face was composed as he delivered the news, but his heart was breaking inside.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'dependent' describes something that relies on something else for support or existence

• The success of the project is dependent on the approval of the board.
• I'm still dependent on my parents for financial support.
• She's so dependent on her phone, she can't go anywhere without it.
• His happiness is dependent on her presence in his life.

verb to remove the contents of something

adjective describing a space or container that has nothing in it

• The room was completely empty when we arrived.
• There's nothing in the fridge, it's empty.
• I'm feeling so empty after that breakup.
• His promises turned out to be empty words.

verb to fail to be completed or successful

preposition through - indicating movement from one side or end to another

• The contract may fall through if both parties do not agree on the terms.
• I hope our plans don't fall through because of the weather.
• I heard their deal fell through at the last minute.
• When all else fails, don't let your dreams fall through.

noun lack of consistency or agreement; inconsistency can refer to something that is not uniform or constant

adjective inconsistent - not staying the same throughout; not in agreement with something else

• The inconsistency in the data is causing discrepancies in our analysis.
• There's an inconsistency in the information provided, we need to double check.
• The inconsistency in her story is sketchy, I don't trust it.
• The inconsistency in his behavior is like a puzzle with missing pieces.

noun a small increase or addition

verb to increase or add in small increments

• The company decided to implement a salary increment for all employees.
• I heard there's going to be a small increment in our pay next month.
• My boss promised me a fat increment if I hit my sales target.
• The artist's skill showed a noticeable increment with each painting.

noun a thing that is inherited; a legacy

• The inheritance was divided among the siblings according to their father's will.
• I heard she got a huge inheritance from her rich aunt.
• She hit the jackpot with that inheritance!
• Knowledge is the true inheritance that we pass on to future generations.

noun data that is entered into a system for processing or storage

• The algorithm requires specific input data to produce accurate results.
• Make sure you give the program the right input data so it doesn't mess up.
• The app won't work properly if you feed it the wrong input data.
• Just like a recipe, the success of the project depends on the quality of the input data.

noun a section of text or a piece of information that is added to a document or database

verb to put or place something into something else

• Please insert the key into the lock and turn it to open the door.
• Don't forget to insert your name and contact information on the form.
• Just insert the code and you're good to go.
• She tried to insert herself into the conversation, but no one was listening.

verb to stop or pause for a period of time

• The patient's medication needs to be taken at regular intervals to prevent any intermitting of symptoms.
• Don't intermit your workout routine if you want to see results.
• I can't believe the power intermitted during the middle of the game!
• The intermitting rain added to the melancholy mood of the funeral procession.

verb to make partial or minor changes to something in order to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose

• The engineer is currently modifying the design of the building to meet safety regulations.
• I'm modifying my outfit for the party tonight, do you think this looks better?
• I'm modifying my profile pic for the gram, gotta make sure it's on point.
• She's modifying her attitude towards life after going through a difficult experience.

verb to nullify or make ineffective; to deny the truth or validity of something

• The evidence presented in court will negate the defendant's alibi.
• Eating a salad won't negate the fact that you ate a whole pizza last night.
• Skipping class doesn't negate the fact that you still have to take the test.
• No amount of excuses can negate the impact of your actions on others.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The numbering on the pages of the document must be in sequential order.
• Make sure the numbering on the pages matches up before submitting the report.
• I can't find the right page because the numbering is all messed up.
• The numbering of our accomplishments is steadily increasing each year.

adjective describing or referring to something that comes before or is in front of something else

• The analysis of the data from the preceding year showed a significant increase in sales.
• I can't believe you missed the movie that was on right before the one we watched. It was the preceding film.
• I heard the party at Sarah's house was lit, but I couldn't make it because of the preceding engagement I had.
• The artist carefully studied the strokes in the painting preceding his, trying to learn from the master's technique.

noun an act of repeating or being repeated

verb to say or do something again

adjective done or occurring again

adverb in a repeated manner

• Please repeat the experiment to ensure accurate results.
• Can you repeat what you just said? I didn't catch it.
• I'm gonna need you to run that by me again, repeat it for me.
• History has a tendency to repeat itself, so we must learn from our mistakes.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'simple' describes something that is easy to understand or do

• The solution to the problem is quite simple and straightforward.
• Just follow these simple steps to fix it.
• It's a piece of cake, just do the simple thing.
• Sometimes the simplest answer is the best one.

verb To pass over or disregard something without giving it much attention or thought

• Please do not skip over any important details in the contract.
• Hey, don't skip over that section, it's important.
• Don't skip over the good parts of the book, it's really interesting.
• In order to fully understand the concept, you can't skip over the basics.

noun a person who skips

verb to move along lightly, stepping from one foot to the other with a hop or bounce

• Please do not skip any steps in the process, as it is crucial for the final outcome.
• I always skip breakfast because I'm never hungry in the morning.
• Let's skip this class and go grab some food instead.
• If you skip over the details, you might miss some important information.

noun a place or position where something begins or originates

• The research paper provides a solid starting point for further investigation.
• Let's use this book as our starting point for the project.
• This app is the bomb, it's the perfect starting point for planning your trip.
• The first chapter of the novel serves as a starting point for the protagonist's journey.

noun the action of replacing someone or something with another person or thing

• The teacher explained the concept of chemical substitution in organic reactions.
• I asked for a substitution in my order at the restaurant because I didn't like the side dish.
• I need a substitution for my shift at work tomorrow, can anyone cover for me?
• In times of crisis, faith can act as a substitution for fear.

noun the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers

verb to calculate the total of two or more numbers

• The sum of the two numbers is equal to 10.
• What's the sum of these figures?
• I can't believe the sum of our bill was so high!
• The sum of all our efforts finally paid off in the end.

noun a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used in sewing or weaving

verb to pass a thread through the eye of a needle or through the needle and guides of a sewing machine

• The tailor carefully sewed the threads together to create a beautiful tapestry.
• I love browsing through online forums and reading all the interesting threads.
• Let's dive into the juicy threads on social media and see what everyone's talking about.
• The threads of fate are woven together in a complex tapestry, guiding our destinies.

adjective not able to be understood; incomprehensible

• The lecturer's accent was so strong that his speech became unintelligible to most of the audience.
• I couldn't make out a single word he said, it was completely unintelligible.
• The rapper's lyrics were so mumbled and slurred that they were practically unintelligible.
• The artist's abstract painting was so chaotic and confusing that it appeared unintelligible to most viewers.

noun A term used to describe a hypothetical or imaginary classification system or taxonomy

• The ootaxonomy of insects is a complex system of classification based on their reproductive organs.
• I'm studying the ootaxonomy of different bird species for my biology project.
• I have no idea about the ootaxonomy of plants, can you explain it to me?
• Understanding the ootaxonomy of different computer viruses can help in developing better antivirus software.

noun a computer programming term that refers to accessing the value stored at a memory address

verb to obtain the value stored at a specific memory address in computer programming

• In computer programming, dereference is the process of accessing the value referred to by a pointer.
• When you dereference a pointer, you're basically getting the actual value it points to.
• Dereferencing a pointer is like getting to the juicy stuff inside.
• Dereferencing can be compared to opening a present to reveal what's inside.

noun a small patch or piece of fabric used for mending or decorating

adjective describing something as small or patch-like

• The software developer created a patchlet to fix a minor bug in the program.
• I just added a quick patchlet to make the website load faster.
• I'll just throw together a little patchlet to cover up that mistake.
• Her kindness was like a patchlet that repaired the tears in my heart.

noun a sound expressing surprise, excitement, or other emotions

interjection expresses a sudden or strong feeling

• The company's out of office message stated that they would be OOO for the next week.
• I'm going to be OOO tomorrow, so don't expect a response from me.
• I can't wait to be OOO on my vacation next month.
• Her mind was OOO as she daydreamed about her upcoming trip.

adjective capable of being learned or acquired

• The new software program is designed to be easily learnable for users of all skill levels.
• Don't worry, this game is totally learnable once you get the hang of it.
• This dance move may seem tricky at first, but it's actually pretty learnable with some practice.
• Life's lessons are often learnable through experience and reflection.

noun a mathematical concept used in computer science and data analysis to represent an ordered set of elements or values

• In database management, a tuple refers to a single row of data within a table.
• Hey, can you pass me that tuple of values for the report?
• I'll grab a tuple of snacks for the road trip.
• Each member of the team played a unique role, forming a tuple that led to success.

adjective Describes a noun or pronoun, in this case 'less'

preposition Shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence, in this case 'than'

• The cost of the new equipment is less than the budgeted amount.
• I spent less than I planned on the new equipment.
• I totally blew less than I thought on that new gear.
• His dedication to the project was less than inspiring.

verb Adding to is a verb phrase consisting of the verb 'adding' and the preposition 'to', indicating the action of including something to increase or enhance.

preposition The preposition 'to' in the phrase 'adding to' shows the direction or destination of the action of adding.

• The new research findings are adding to our understanding of the topic.
• She keeps adding to her collection of vintage records.
• I'm just adding to the chaos by being here.
• His constant complaints are just adding to the negativity in the office.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being. In this case, 'adds' is a verb that indicates the action of combining or including something.

• The new data adds valuable insights to our research findings.
• She adds a touch of creativity to everything she does.
• He always adds some extra flair to his outfits.
• The unexpected twist at the end adds another layer of complexity to the story.

noun a term or concept that refers to a specific person, place, thing, or idea

• The report will be discussed in detail afterhend during the meeting.
• Let's catch up afterhend at the coffee shop.
• We can chill at my place afterhend.
• Afterhend, we can reflect on the lessons learned from this experience.