Module: QA Part 1: Coding standards

Learning Outcomes

Use an IDE (IntelliJ IDEA) effectively

• You can use IntelliJ IDEA easily and effectively for source code construction and modification.
• You can configure IntelliJ IDEA to load within 10 seconds.
• You have learned keybindings necessary to use IntelliJ IDEA efficiently for Javascript programming.

Competent with elementary Javascript

• You can use basic Javascript constructs: variables, functions, conditionals, loops, arrays, objects.
• You can implement object orientation using the ES6 class construct.
• You can use the Underscore library to program in a functional manner.

Use configuration management tools and techniques effectively

• You understand the motivation for version control and configuration management
• You can use git commands to support version control.
• You can set up a GitHub account and use it to manage files.
• You can implement project enhancements by creating and merging branches.

Efficiently create software that conforms to standards

• You understand the benefits of coding standards and why they improve the quality and efficiency of software development.
• You can recognize the presence (or absence) of standards and make software conform if necessary.
• You can take advantage of tool support to automate compliance with certain standards.

Create high quality technical essays

• You demonstrate the ability to write professional-quality technical essays.

Readings

Experiential Learning

Assessments

A08: Assess your ability to manage coding standards

Outcomes assessed: Use an IDE (IntelliJ IDEA) effectively, Efficiently create software that conforms to standards

A09: Assess your ability to write effectively about coding standards

Outcomes assessed: Efficiently create software that conforms to standards, Create high quality technical essays