1. Name 2 of the 5 kinds of comments according to McConnell.
(1 point for both parts of answer. ½ point for 1 part of answer.)
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Repeating what the code does
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Explanation of the code
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Marker in the code (for programmer’s reference)
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Summary of the code
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Description of the code’s intent or purpose
2. Name 2 of the 5 characteristics that McConnell considers
important in a good programmer. (1 point for both parts of answer. ½ point for
1 part of answer.)
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Humility. Recognizing how limited our understanding is.
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Curiosity. Learning new techniques. Reading.
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Honesty. Admit mistakes. Admit what you don’t know.
Writing realistic status reports.
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Communication and cooperation.
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Creativity and discipline.