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Why programs need data types

Why programs need data types

In a high-level language such as Python, a program stores values in variables like score = 10 or name = "Alex". A data type tells the program what kind of value is stored and what operations make sense for it.

Data types Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Computer Science
  3. /Data types

Step-by-step lessons on OCR GCSE Computer Science Data types. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build strong foundations in binary, logic and core programming constructs before moving on to the more complex algorithm design and evaluation questions.

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