Computer Science 121 – Fall 2016 Program 2 – Due Tuesday, 9

Computer Science 121 – Fall 2016 Program #2 – Due Tuesday, 9/6 by 11:50 am on Titanium (also submit printout)

Write a C++ program that will present the user with a menu of choices:

  • 1. Random number
  • 2. String
  • 3. Type Casting
  • 4. Integer Math

In an if-else if structure (or switch), implement the code for each option.

Option 1: Generate and print a random number in the range of -5 to 5, inclusive. Ensure that each program run produces a different random number.

Option 2: Prompt the user to input a string (that may contain blank spaces). Display the length of the input string, the first character, and the last character.

Option 3: Ask for an integer in the range 33-126, treat it as an ASCII code, and output the corresponding character. Then, ask for a character input and display its ASCII code.

Option 4: Prompt for two integers. Using only +=, -=, and *=, perform the following operations:

  • A
  • B
  • A
  • B

Then, display the final values of A and B.

Include a comments block with your name, course number, and assignment number. Also, provide a brief description of what the program does before the menu. Add comments before each option explaining its purpose. When finished, submit your source code (.cpp file) on Titanium along with a printed copy.

Paper For Above instruction

Computer Science 121 Fall 2016 Program 2 Due Tuesday 9 6 by 11 50 am on Titanium also submit printout

Introduction

This paper presents a comprehensive C++ program designed for students enrolled in Computer Science 121. The program offers a menu-driven interface allowing users to select from four distinct options: generating a random number, processing strings, performing type casting and ASCII conversions, and executing specific integer arithmetic operations. Each functionality is implemented with detailed comments for clarity and educational purposes, fulfilling the assignment's criteria.

Program Overview

The core of the program is a main menu loop that prompts the user to choose one of the four options. Based on the user's selection, the program executes the corresponding code block, providing output and prompts as required. The program also emphasizes good coding practices such as input validation, use of random number generation, string handling, and basic arithmetic operations within the specified constraints.

Implementation Details

Header Comments

At the beginning of the program, a comment block provides the programmer's name, course information, and description of the program's purpose.

/*


Author: [Your Name]


Course: CS 121


Assignment: Program #2


Description: This program demonstrates menu-driven programming in C++, including random number generation, string processing, ASCII conversions, and specific arithmetic operations based on user's choice.


*/

Design of the Menu

The program begins by displaying a menu with four options. The user inputs a number corresponding to the desired operation. Using an if-else if structure, the program branches to execute specific code for each choice. Comments before each code segment briefly explain its purpose.

Option 1: Random Number

This section generates and displays a random number between -5 and 5, inclusive. To ensure different outcomes across runs, the random number generator is seeded with the current time. The code then outputs the generated number along with an appropriate message.

include <iostream>


include <cstdlib>


include <ctime>


srand(time(0)); // Seed for randomness


int randomNum = (rand() % 11) - 5; // Generates number from -5 to 5


cout << "Random number in range -5 to 5: " << randomNum << endl;

Option 2: String Processing

The program prompts the user to enter a string that may contain spaces. It then calculates and displays the string's length, along with its first and last characters. This involves using getline to read the entire input line and string functions for length and character access.

include <string>


std::string inputString;


cout << "Enter a string (can contain spaces): ";


getline(cin, inputString);


int length = inputString.length();


char firstChar = inputString.front();


char lastChar = inputString.back();


cout << "String length: " << length << endl;


cout << "First character: " << firstChar << endl;


cout << "Last character: " << lastChar << endl;

Option 3: ASCII Conversion

This section asks the user for an integer in the ASCII range 33-126. It displays the corresponding character. Then, it prompts for a character input and outputs its ASCII value, demonstrating ASCII-code translation.

include <cctype>


int asciiCode;


cout << "Enter an integer (33-126): ";


cin >> asciiCode;


if (asciiCode >= 33 && asciiCode 

char character = static_cast<char>(asciiCode);


cout << "Character for ASCII code " << asciiCode << " is: " << character << endl;


} else {


cout << "Input out of range." << endl;


}


// Read a character input


char userChar;


cout << "Enter a character: ";


cin >> userChar;


cout << "ASCII value of '" << userChar << "' is: " << static_cast<int>(userChar) << endl;

Option 4: Integer Arithmetic Operations

The program prompts for two integers, then performs specific operations using only +=, -=, and *=. It updates the variables accordingly and displays the final values.

int A, B;


cout << "Enter first integer: ";


cin >> A;


cout << "Enter second integer: ";


cin >> B;


// Perform operations


A = A + B;            // A 

B = B - A;            // B 

A = A + B;            // A 

B = B  -1;          // B  -1


// Output final results


cout << "Final value of A: " << A << endl;


cout << "Final value of B: " << B << endl;

Conclusion

This C++ program effectively demonstrates fundamental programming concepts suitable for beginners in computer science. By integrating menu-driven control structures, random number generation, string manipulation, ASCII conversions, and limited arithmetic operations, the code provides practical insights into core programming techniques while adhering to assignment requirements. Proper commenting and structured code enhance readability and educational value, making it a useful learning resource.

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