1.1 A Simple Problem
In this chapter we will analyze the tasks involved in writing a relatively simple program. This will serve as a contrast to what is involved in developing a large system, which is described in Chapter 2.
Assume that you have been given the following simple problem: “Given a collection of lines of text (strings) stored in a file, sort them in alphabetical order, and write them to another file.” This is probably one of the simplest problems you will be involved with. You have probably done similar assignments for some of your introduction to programming classes.
1.1.1 Decisions, Decisions
A problem statement such as the one mentioned in the preceding simple problem does not completely specify the problem. You need to clarify ...
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