Listening to Program Slices

Berman, L.; Gallagher, K.

Abstract

Comprehending a computer program can be a daunting task. There is much to understand, including the interaction among different parts of the code. Program slicing is a vehicle that can help one understand this interaction. Because present-day visual development environments tend to become cluttered, and because a program slice may involve the interaction among a number of sections of code, the authors have explored the sonification of program slices. This investigation has produced an understanding of how to sonify slices in a manner appropriate for the software developer as program comprehender. Secondarily, the investigation has produced a better understanding of musical sonification techniques that are non-melodic and non-harmonic. This exploration is a proof-of-concept and pilot for further research.

Citation

Berman, L., & Gallagher, K. (2006, June). Listening to Program Slices. Presented at International Conference on Auditory Display : ICAD-06, London, England

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (published)
• Conference Name: International Conference on Auditory Display : ICAD-06
• Start Date: Jun 20, 2006
• End Date: Jun 23, 2006
• Publication Date: 2006-06
• Deposit Date: Oct 10, 2008
• Publicly Available Date: Oct 10, 2008
• Pages: 172-175
• ISBN: 09022382132
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1679273
• Publisher URL: http://www.dcs.qmul.ac.uk/research/imc/icad2006/proceedings/papers/index.html
• Additional Information: Contribution: Rigor: Impact: Significance: Conference dates: 20-23 June 2006.