diff --git a/pretext/Turtles/introduction.ptx b/pretext/Turtles/introduction.ptx index 7bc6f51..eea7874 100644 --- a/pretext/Turtles/introduction.ptx +++ b/pretext/Turtles/introduction.ptx @@ -1,6 +1,7 @@
Introduction -

C++ is designed with the principle that speed is more important than safety and error-checking. + +

C++ is designed with the principle that speed is more important than safety and error-checking. This differs from languages like Python, which is considerably more restrictive in regards to aspects such as memory allocations and resource management. C++ is translated to machine language when it is compiled, which is a step skipped by Python. Python skips this step in favor of immediate @@ -12,7 +13,8 @@ allows C++ to communicate better with other components of your computer, such as your graphics processing unit, or GPU. This is one of many reasons C++ is considered an industry standard for high-performance graphics applications, such as video games or software used for visual effects in movies.

- + + What are Turtles?

Turtle graphics are a popular and simple way for introducing programming to beginners. It was part of the original Logo programming language developed by @@ -130,5 +132,4 @@ turt.end_fill() -

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