The Art of Programming · Algorithms & Programming

Defensive Design

Ensuring programs are robust through input validation, sanitization, and effective testing.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a programmer anticipate and prevent user errors before they happen?
  2. 2What is the difference between a program that works and a program that is maintainable?
  3. 3How would you design a test plan to uncover edge cases in a login system?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Computing - Producing Robust Programs
Year: Year 10
Subject: Computing
Unit: The Art of Programming
Period: Algorithms & Programming

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