CS Online Learning Journal

  Week 1 – CST – 363 Introduction to Database Systems 1.       Relational database tables and spreadsheets look similar with both having rows and columns. What are some important differences between the two? Some important differences between database tables and spreadsheets are the way data is formatted and how data is stored. In a spreadsheet, every cell can store any type of data like a date, integer, or string. These data types can also have their unique format. In a database, each cell must contain only one data type helping to prevent data mismatch mistakes. In a spreadsheet, the data is stored in each cell. In a database, the data is stored in a row made up of columns. 2.       Installing and configurating a database and learning how to use it is more complicated than just reading and writing data to a file. What are some important reasons that make a database a useful investment of time? Learning how to install and configure a database as well as learning how to use it

  CST 338 – Software Design – Wk07/08 Learning Journal Summary When I look back at Jotto now, it still seems like a challenge. I would definitely change my approach and make sure I understand the prompt before I begin. I would make a list of the methods and write down how to implement them in my own words to show that I understand what is being asked. As I begin coding, I will use that list as a checklist to track my progress and return to methods I might have set aside for later implementation. I really enjoyed the coding bat exercises. They were challenging for me because Java was one of the first classes I took when I started my programming journey. Although it took me a while, I was able to complete the required tasks. It was a fantastic way to get back into using java. After a couple of setbacks with Jotto and Markov, I was able to complete Legally Distinct Pocket Monsters aka LDPM aka Project 1. Project 1 was the first time we were required to use object-oriented programming.