TY - BOOK AU - Linde,Barbara M. TI - Breaking down problems in computer science T2 - Essential concepts in computer science SN - 9781538331316 (library bound) AV - QA76.6 .L546 2019 U1 - 004 PY - 2019/// CY - New York PB - PowerKids Press KW - Computer programming KW - Juvenile literature KW - Decomposition (Mathematics) KW - Computer science KW - Vocational guidance N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Tackling hard problems -- Computer science basics -- What is decomposition? -- Why is decomposition important? -- Decompose a sandwich -- Oops! -- Party planning with decomposition -- Programming languages -- Using algorithms -- Create a game app -- More game planning -- Dr. Clarence A. (Skip) Ellis -- Betty Jean Jennings Bartik -- A career in computers; Young Adult N2 - "In computer science, understanding problems and systems can be difficult and time consuming. In this book, readers will learn about decomposition, a technique used to break down computer problems and systems into parts that are easier to understand and work with. STEM topics from the Next Generation Science Standards are discussed throughout this informative text. Students will be surprised to learn they actually decompose problems in their daily lives without even realizing it." --Amazon.com ER -