Training activity information
Details
Write a piece of software using advanced programming techniques to implement code including:
- Object orientated programming
- Exception handling
- Container classes
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Correct use of data types/structures
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- What are the essential elements of object-oriented programming, exception handling, and container classes that you need to demonstrate? What level of proficiency in programming is expected for this task?
- What specific advanced programming techniques do you aim to master or improve through this activity? What challenges do you anticipate in implementing these techniques effectively? How will this DTA enhance your ability to write robust and well-structured code?
- What programming languages are you considering, and why? What resources or examples will you consult to ensure correct implementation of these techniques? What potential errors might occur, and how will you incorporate exception handling to manage them? How do you feel about tackling a software development task requiring advanced programming concepts?
In action
- Pay attention to your coding actions.
- How are you currently implementing object-oriented principles, exception handling, and container classes in your code?
- Why are you choosing these specific approaches?
- What design decisions are you making as the code evolves?
- What aspects of using these advanced programming techniques feel intuitive, and what requires more conscious effort or referencing documentation?
- How effective are your current coding techniques in achieving the desired functionality and adhering to good software design principles?
- What challenges are you facing as you implement these advanced programming techniques (e.g., debugging errors, understanding library functions)?
- What can you learn about these programming techniques and their application as you are actively coding?
- How does this coding task connect to your prior experience with programming and software development?
- Are there alternative ways you could structure your code using these techniques?
- Are you considering different design patterns or library choices?
- What support or resources (e.g., online documentation, example code) might you need in this moment to overcome coding challenges?
- Are you ensuring your code adheres to best practices for software development and the specific programming languages you are using?
On action
- Describe the software you developed and the specific advanced programming techniques you implemented (object-oriented programming, exception handling, container classes). Note any challenges you faced in applying these techniques and how you overcame them. Summarise the structure and key components of your code.
- How did this activity enhance your understanding and practical application of object-oriented programming, exception handling, and container classes?
- What were the benefits and drawbacks of using these techniques in your specific software?
- Did you encounter any unexpected issues related to these techniques?
- What did you learn from resolving them?
- How does your understanding of these techniques now align with best practices in software development?
- How will you apply these advanced programming techniques in future software development projects?
- What specific aspects of these techniques do you want to explore further?
- Are there any alternative or more advanced concepts related to these techniques that you need to investigate?
Beyond action
- Have you looked at the code you wrote? How does your understanding of object-oriented programming, exception handling, and container classes compare now? Have you encountered similar coding challenges in other projects?
- How has this activity improved your general programming skills and your ability to write more robust and maintainable code? Has it influenced your approach to other software development tasks in this module?
- What transferable skills, such as problem-solving, logical thinking, and attention to detail, did you develop? What clear actions can you take to further develop your skills in advanced programming techniques and explore new paradigms?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 |
Outcome
Use good software design and programming practice. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Use programming languages. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Develop a protocol for testing a piece of software. |