Computer Science GCSE
Casting
What Casting means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Casting
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Converting data from one type to another, such as converting a string input into an integer.
The process of converting data from one data type to another (e.g., string to integer).
Topics that use Casting
- Input/output (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Programming (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Casting in the exam
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