Building a Calculator in Fortran: Simplicity and Versatility Unleashed
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In this riveting demonstration, the NeuralNine crew delves into the world of Fortran, the ancient programming language that still holds its own in the digital realm. With the swagger of a seasoned racing driver, they tackle the task of creating a calculator using Fortran, proving that age is just a number when it comes to coding prowess. The team showcases the deceptive simplicity of Fortran, likening it to the modern-day favorite, Python, much to the surprise of those expecting a convoluted language from a bygone era.
Armed with GFortran as their trusty tool, the crew sets out to define variables for numbers and operators, setting the stage for a thrilling coding adventure. They deftly guide viewers through the process of inputting numbers and operators, seamlessly integrating user interaction into their program. With the finesse of a seasoned pro, they handle various arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, showcasing the versatility of Fortran in handling mathematical tasks with ease.
Not content with mere mathematical operations, the team goes the extra mile by implementing a check for division by zero, ensuring that their calculator remains a paragon of functionality and reliability. Their attention to detail and commitment to error handling sets them apart, demonstrating a level of professionalism that would make even the most seasoned software engineer nod in approval. As they put their creation to the test with a series of inputs, the NeuralNine crew exudes confidence and expertise, proving that with Fortran, the possibilities are as endless as the digital frontier itself.
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Today's Fortran is a comfy experience compared to the original version from 1958
Fortran is commonly used for highly mathematical calculations
Fortran was created as a scientific programming language
Writing in Fortran 77 required starting from the seventh column
APL, A Programming Language, was used on teletype-type typewriter machines
Indents are for wimps, true programmers only use FORTRAN 66
Fortran IV was the first programming language for some users
Ada Lovelace is credited with the first algorithmic encoding in 1842
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