Brainlag Learn / GCSE Computer Science

Languages and translators

High-level and low-level languages, machine code and assembly language, compilers, interpreters and assemblers, IDEs, and the three kinds of error.

Lessons

High-level and low-level languagesMachine code, assembly language and high-level languages, and how a simple instruction set works. 25 min, free
Compilers, interpreters and assemblersWhy code must be translated, and how compilers, interpreters and assemblers differ. 20 min, free
IDEs and errorsThe tools in an integrated development environment, and how syntax, logic and run-time errors are found and fixed. 20 min, Plus

Practise and test

Question bank40 exam-style question types with mark schemes and worked solutions. 6 are free.
Topic test12 questions, 25 marks, 25 minutes, marked with a grade estimate. Plus.

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