Friday, March 20, 2009

Advantages and Disadvantages of Pseudocode

Advantages of Using Pseudocode: -

1.               1.    Clarify algorithms in many cases.

  1. Impose increased discipline on the process of documenting detailed design.
  2. Provide additional level at which inspection can be performed.
    1. Help to trap defects before they become code.
    2. Increases product reliability.
  3. May decreases overall costs.

Disadvantages of Using Pseudocode: -

  1. Create an additional level of documentation to maintain.
  2. Introduce error possibilities in translating to code.
  3. May require tool to extract pseudocode and facilitate drawing flowcharts.

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