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Explore intellectual property rights including software licensing and software duplication [e.g., Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), software licensing, and software duplication]2.1

Compare and contrast open source and proprietary systems in relation to legal and ethical issues (e.g., data pricing, use of public and private networks, social networking, industry-related data, and data piracy)2.2

Identify issues and regulations affecting computers, other devices, the internet, and information privacy [e.g., HIPAA, COPPA, CISPA, FERPA, PCI, GDPR, European Union’s (EU) Digital Markets Act (DMA) and data brokers]2.3

Explore ethical and responsible technology development including considerations of data privacy and tracking regulations (i.e., cookies, GDPR, AI, etc.)2.4

Differentiate among numeric, Boolean, character, string variables, and float and double3.1

Select the appropriate data type for a given situation3.2

Identify the correct syntax and usage for constants and variables (e.g., variable scope) in a program3.3

Determine the correct syntax and safe functions for operations on strings, arrays, and data structures, including length, substring, and concatenation3.4

Explain complications of storing and manipulating data (i.e., the Big-O notation used to analyze storage and efficiency concerns, etc.)3.5

Discuss data structure size concerns and memory management, including stack and heap3.6

Implement file storage operations, including reading, writing, and creating files3.7

Apply basic mathematics to hardware and software design, logic, and variable scope (e.g., bits, bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes, and petabytes) including kilohertz, megahertz, and gigahertz4.1

Calculate binary conversions (e.g., decimal, hexadecimal, and binary) to solve hardware and software problems4.2

Identify and correctly use arithmetic operations applying the order of operations for programming [e.g., Grouping symbols, Exponents/roots, Multiply/divide, Add/subtraction (GEMA) from left to right]4.3

Interpret and construct mathematical formulas used in code [i.e., y = nx + b2 – n(a + b), etc.]4.4

Identify correct and problematic uses of integers, floating-point numbers, and fixed-point numbers in arithmetic4.5

Emphasize the importance of precision and accuracy in numerical computations to mitigate errors in software development4.6

Investigate bit shift (left/right) and bitwise operations4.7

Compare values using relational operators (e.g., =, >, <, >=, <=, and ≠)5.1

Evaluate Boolean expressions (e.g., AND, OR, NOT, NOR, and XOR)5.2

Demonstrate and diagram conditional structures5.3

Determine the correct syntax and nesting for decision structures (e.g., if/else, if, and switch case)5.4

Create and utilize functions and methods5.5

Demonstrate basic uses of arrays including initialization, storage, retrieval of values, and how to use them as arguments6.1

Distinguish between arrays and hash maps (associative arrays)6.2

Identify techniques for declaring, initializing, and modifying user-defined data types6.3

Search and sort data in an array6.4

Diagram, create, and use two-dimensional arrays6.5

Describe the efficiency of different sorting algorithms (e.g., bubble, insertion, and merge)6.6

Describe the efficiency of linear vs. binary searches [e.g., O(n) and O(log n)]6.7

Investigate more advanced data structures (i.e., trees, graphs, etc.)6.8

Identify various types of iteration structure (e.g., while, for, for-each, and recursion)7.1

Explain how loops are controlled (variable conditions and exits)7.2

Employ the correct syntax for nested loops7.3

Compute the values of variables involved with nested loops (i.e., variable changes throughout a loop, etc.)7.4

Diagram iterative structures and use in writing programs7.5

Explain the benefits of cloud-based computing8.1

Classify the components and functions of the common internet protocols (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, SFTP, FTPS, IP addresses, IPV6, and IMAP)8.2

Determine services run by web servers [e.g., scripting languages (client- and server-side scripting), serverless architectures, cloud computing, databases, and media]8.3

Identify performance issues (e.g., bandwidth, internet connection types, pages loading slowly, resolution, and size of graphics)8.4

Compare different cloud service models [e.g., Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Function as a Service (FaaS)]8.5

Identify Internet of Things (IoT) and common communication interfaces (e.g., Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, and LTE)8.6

Examine key components and functions of the internet and web browsers9.1

Identify client collaboration sources/platforms (e.g., GitHub, Google Drive, Dropbox, JSFiddle, Visual Studio Live Share, and browser developer tools)9.2

Analyze remote computing tools and services and their application [e.g., Secure Shell (SSH)]9.3

Explore Modern Web and Application Frameworks (i.e., Node.js, Next.js, React, Django, Golang, Flutter, etc.)9.4

Discuss containerization and microservices in the context of internet-based software architectures9.5

Implement the steps in the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) (e.g., planning, analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance)10.1

Develop program requirements/specifications and a testing plan (e.g., user stories, automated testing, and test procedures)10.2

Research industry relevant programming languages (i.e., Java, JavaScript, Python, C#, etc.)10.3

Incorporate Rapid Application Development (RAD) and Rational Unified Process (RUP) methodologies10.4

Investigate data handling, encryption requirements, and data requirements in program design by industry [i.e., HIPAA, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), etc.]10.5

Discuss different database technologies (e.g., SQL vs. NoSQL and other emerging database standards)10.6

Explain the process of decomposing a large programming problem into smaller, more manageable procedures10.7

Demonstrate “visualizing” as a problem-solving technique (e.g. IDE tools) prior to writing code10.8

Describe problem-solving and troubleshooting strategies applicable to software development10.9

Discuss the importance of using data and feedback to improve apps and decision-making10.1

Discuss common editors and add-ins11.1

Use a program editor to enter and modify code11.2

Identify correct input/output statements11.3

Choose the correct method of assigning input to variables including data sanitization (i.e., input text to numbers, etc.)11.4

Determine the correct method of outputting data with formatting and escape characters (e.g., ANSI escape code)11.5

Differentiate between interpreted and compiled code and run executable code11.6

Identify the purpose of a build system (e.g., make, rake, ant, maven, SCons, and grunt)11.7

Apply industry standards to program documentation (e.g., self-documenting code; function-level, program-level, and user-level documentation)11.8

Name identifiers and formatting code by applying recognized conventions (e.g., camel casing)11.9

Perform refactoring techniques to reduce repetitious code and improve maintainability11.1

Use parameters to pass data into program modules and return values from modules11.11

Use random number generators, including concepts of true randomness and seeding11.12

Apply pseudocode or graphical representations to plan the structure of a program or module [e.g., flowcharting, white boarding, and Unified Modeling Language (UML)]11.13

Create and implement basic algorithms11.14

Explain errors in program modules12.1

Identify boundary cases and generate appropriate test data12.2

Perform integration testing, including tests within a program, to protect execution from bad input or other run-time errors [e.g., continuous integration (CI) and automated testing]12.3

Categorize, identify, and correct errors in code, including syntax, semantic, logic, and runtime12.4

Practice different methods of debugging (e.g., hand-trace code and real-time debugging tools)12.5

Integrate standard library functions13.1

Design code that incorporates third-party libraries (e.g., web-based and package managers)13.2

Explain and interact with an Application Program Interface (API)13.3

Investigate using community information to solve problems (e.g., Stack Overflow, a public computer programming Q&A platform)13.4

Create a README markdown file (.md) to document and explain basic install and usage steps13.5

Compare version control systems (i.e., Git, Subversion, etc.)14.1

Identify the purpose and types of version control systems (e.g., local, centralized, and distributed)14.2

Create new repositories and perform basic operations (e.g., adding, pushing, and pulling source code from repositories)14.3

Explain version control branching and its uses14.4

Restore previous versions of code from the repository14.5

Research the principles of DevOps, DevSecOps, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) as part of version control and the software development lifecycle14.6

Integrate version control workflows (i.e., continuous deployment, continuous integration, etc.) using collaborative development practices14.7

Demonstrate document version control (i.e., commit messages, recovery from common errors, release notes, etc.)14.8

Investigate user-centered design (UCD), prototyping, and wireframing used during the design process15.1

Apply W3C standards and style conventions (e.g., HTML, CSS, and JavaScript)15.2

Discuss web pages and applications that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and sections 504 and 508 standards (e.g., emphasize accessibility and inclusive design in user interface development)15.3

Explain the concept of responsive design and applications (i.e., loading times, optimized images, etc.)15.4

Employ graphics methods to create images at specified locations15.5

Choose correct graphical user interface (GUI) objects for input and output of data to the GUI interface (e.g., text boxes, labels, radio buttons, check boxes, dropdowns, and list boxes)15.6

Apply UI/UX design for multiple platforms including computers, mobile devices, and browsers15.7

Incorporate search engine optimization (SEO) and web optimization techniques15.8

Integrate user testing and feedback loops to refine interface designs and improve user experience15.9

Analyze feature limitations and compatibility issues between different browsers and their versions15.1

Discuss framework and component libraries for cascading style sheets (CSS) and JavaScript15.11

Identify different data storage types (i.e., RAID, Cloud, SSD, HDD, Flash, tape, disk systems, etc.) and explain how they relate to designing and developing software applications16.1

Discuss data backup and recovery, data integrity, and data privacy (e.g., blockchain, edge computing, and quantum storage)16.2

Read/write data from/to a sequential file or database [i.e., handling sequential files; database operations; create, read, update, delete (CRUD) operations, etc.]16.3

Differentiate among cloud storage, software storage, defined storage, file storage, block storage, object storage, memory, and cache storage in software applications16.4

Demonstrate creating, reading, updating, and dropping a database16.5

Employ the proper use of database applications that work with different languages (i.e., MongoDB MQL, Microsoft Access SQL, Oracle Databases SQL, etc.)16.6

Identify the differences between primitive and non-primitive data structures17.1

Differentiate between an object instance and a class17.2

Discuss the roles of inheritance, composition, and class relationships17.3

Instantiate objects from existing classes17.4

Interpret the state of an object by invoking accessor methods17.5

Change the state of an object by invoking a modifier method17.6

Determine the requirements for constructing new objects by reading the documentation17.7

Create a user-defined class and a subclass of an existing class17.8

Identify the use of an abstract class as opposed to an interface17.9

Explore advanced programming concepts (e.g., splitting files into different source files, principles of Inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism)17.1

Investigate data representations in project creation (e.g., JSON and XML)17.11

Explain the implementation and use of arguments, pointers, and references in programming17.12

Demonstrate the principles of SOLID design and design patterns in object-oriented programming (OOP)17.13

Investigate debugging techniques, error propagation and handling, and graceful degradation18.1

Research causes for compilation and logical errors18.2

Identify and resolve runtime errors18.3

Describe error handling strategies based on severity18.4

Identify and resolve unexpected return values18.5

Investigate standard exception classes and their uses18.6

Demonstrate the application of exception classes (i.e., try, catch, throw, etc.)18.7

Discuss software development methods (i.e., top-down, waterfall, Agile, etc.)19.1

Explore the basics of app markets, including popular platforms (i.e., Google Play Store, Apple App Store, etc.)19.2

Identify components of a successful app19.3

Discuss the cost in developing and launching an app19.4

Research monetization strategies for apps (i.e., ads, in-app purchases, premium features, etc.)19.5

Investigate basic project management concepts in the software development process19.6

Evaluate the importance of customer feedback in the software development cycle19.7

Research trends in the technology sector (i.e., blockchain, quantum computing, edge computing mobile apps, cloud computing, AI, etc.)19.8