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Dividing a program into separate modules or parts, each of which is responsible for a specific piece of functionality.	The process of dividing a complex problem or system into smaller, more manageable subproblems or components.
Starting with a high-level overview and breaking the problem down into more detailed sub-tasks	Simplifying complex concepts or systems by focusing on essential features while ignoring unnecessary details.
Breaking a system into smaller, loosely-coupled components that can be independently developed and maintained.	The arrangement of elements or components into a structure that mirrors their relative significance or connections.
Breaking a problem into smaller, more manageable parts, solving them individually, and then combining the solutions.	starting with small details and gradually building up to a complete understanding.

A modular, reusable, and self-contained part of a larger system.	The distribution of power, authority, and decision-making to lower-level entities or individuals.
A subroutine that executes specific tasks within a program and provides a returned value when called.	A program module that performs a specific task within a larger program.
A command used in a subprogram to show the specific value that will be given back to the main program	A subprogram that is callable within a program and executes a specific task, but does not return a value.
The ability to use existing code in multiple programs or contexts.	A command in a program that activates a subprogram allowing it to run and perform its tasks.

The process of executing a program to identify errors.	The ease with which modifications can be made to a codebase.
The ability to execute tasks with optimal resource usage.	How easily the code can be understood by humans.
A data type that specifies only the functionality and not the specific way it is implemented.	The technique of simplifying intricate data by offering a high-level interface.
A technique that conceals the inner workings of a procedure and reveals only the essential information.	A simplified interface is provided to hide the complexity of lower-level components.

An instance of a class that contains both data and methods.	A blueprint for creating objects that encapsulates data and behavior.
A mechanism to create a new class using properties and behaviors of an existing class.	The bundling of data and methods that operate on that data within a single unit.
	The ability to present the same interface for different underlying data types.