Summary
In this chapter, we have gone through the computational thinking process. We learned about the four major elements of computational thinking: decomposition, pattern recognition, pattern generalization, and algorithm design. We also learned that problems in computational thinking are not always clearly defined. It is up to us to interpret and decompose the information so we can find the patterns. Once we find the patterns and define what we'd like to generalize, we can then design algorithms in order to solve our problems.
We also learned that algorithms and solutions are not unique. There are multiple ways to write an algorithm for each problem we encounter. The computational thinking process allows us to explore problems in multiple ways and create solutions that align with our own interpretations and needs.
In the next chapter, we will be learning about algorithms and algorithmic thinking more in depth, as they are the product of all computational thinking problems...