Listening to program slices
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Berman, L. I.
Gallagher, K. B.
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Comprehending a computer program can be a daunting task. There is much to understand, including the interaction among different portions of the code. Program slicing can help one to understand this interaction. Because present-day visual development environments tend to become cluttered, the authors have explored sonification of program slices in an attempt to determine if it is practical to offload some of the visual information. Three slice sonification techniques were developed, resulting in an understanding of how to sonify slices in a manner appropriate for the software developer undertaking program comprehension activities. The investigation has also produced a better understanding of sonification techniques that are musical yet non-melodic and non-harmonic. These techniques were demonstrated to a small set of developers, each reporting that the techniques are promising and useful.
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2006-06
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