Evolution of Program Codes
Evolution of Program Codes
BY:
Siva P
IV – EEE
KNCET
Introduction
Programming has evolved from complex machine code to more user-friendly interfaces. This evolution has made software development
more accessible and efficient.
1 Accessibility 2 Efficiency
More people can create software, fostering innovation and Faster development cycles, reduced errors,
democratizing technology. and increased productivity are key benefits.
Early Programming Languages
Early programming languages like machine code and assembly language required a deep
understanding of hardware and were difficult to learn and use.
1 Machine Code
Binary code, directly understood by the computer, was tedious and error-
prone.
2 Assembly Language
Used mnemonics for instructions, offering a slight improvement in
readability.
3 Challenges
Limited portability and high risk of errors due to complexity and lack of
abstraction.
High-Level Programming Languages
High-level languages like FORTRAN, COBOL, and C introduced abstraction, making programming more accessible and efficient.
FORTRAN
Encapsulation Inheritance
Hides internal details of objects, Allows objects to inherit properties
promoting code reusability and and methods from parent classes,
maintainability. promoting code reuse and
modularity.
Polymorphism
Enables objects to take on different forms, simplifying code and enhancing
flexibility.
The Rise of Scripting and Web
Languages
Scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, and PHP became popular for web
development, making programming easier and more versatile.
Language Purpose
Rapid Development
Faster app creation, reduced development time, and quicker time-to-market.
Accessibility
Cost-Effective
GPT Models
Large language models trained on vast amounts of code and text, enabling them
to understand and generate code.
GitHub Copilot
An AI-powered code completion tool that suggests code based on context and
natural language prompts.
Future Potential
The future of coding may involve AI-driven development tools that translate
natural language directly into functional code.
Impact and Challenges
Natural Language Programming has significant benefits but also poses challenges that need to be addressed.
Benefits Challenges
Increased accessibility, faster prototyping, and democratized Code accuracy, security concerns, dependence on AI, and creative
programming. limitations.
Conclusion and Future Outlook