ABSTRACT
Having been introduced to computers, data, data storage, and the program structure, we need to learn about developing the procedure for solving the problems through computer programs. This chapter achieves that. We can develop the procedure using two techniques mainly: algorithms and flow charts. The algorithms are explained first, with the human being as the instrument of solving a problem, and then we replace the human being with a computer in solving the problem. Computers do not have the same mental capabilities as the human beings and need more steps to solve the problem than a human being. This has been brought out clearly. The method of developing algorithms is explained and all steps in that process are enumerated. Flowcharts are a graphical tool for developing solutions to problems to be solved by a computer. The symbols used in the flowcharts are given, and an example flowchart is also depicted in this chapter. A sample problem is solved and its flowchart is also given in this chapter.
