Overview

Throughout this course, you’re learning how to use problem solving and self and social awareness skills to practice the key concepts of psychology. You’re discovering how self and social awareness and problem solving work together to help you understand the perspectives of others, examine situations objectively, and use evidence to develop and make decisions. With this case study assignment, you’ll have the chance to put your skills to work!

Read the case study below and use your problem solving and self and social awareness skills to help a co-worker work through a difficult situation.

Case Study and Questions

Gloria is a recent college graduate and a single mom to 16-year-old Gary. Gloria and Gary used to be close. But recently, Gloria has noticed that Gary is only focused on what his friends think about him. Gary recently snuck out of his bedroom window and went to a party when he was supposed to be studying for a big exam. Gloria caught him coming home and smelled alcohol on his breath and marijuana on his clothes. Gloria is shocked and appalled by her son’s recent behavior and grounded him for two weeks.

Gloria comes to you because she needs some advice on how to handle her son’s poor choices. Using what you have learned about the adolescent brain and social development in Chapter 3 of the webtext, answer the questions below to help Gloria understand why her son is making such poor choices, and pose some recommendations to help her solve her problem:

1. What physically happens to teen brains that make it difficult for someone like Gary to weigh risk and reward?

2. In addition to their brains changing, teens change socially too. Why may Gary value his peers more than his mom?

3. What specific strategies or advice would you recommend that Gloria can do to help her son to make better decisions?

4. Place yourself in Gloria’s shoes. How do you think Gloria is feeling? How can understanding her feelings help you offer constructive advice?

Hello, 

   Can anyone help me?  I am completely lost.  

Competency

In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following competency:

• Utilize various programming languages to develop secure, efficient code

Scenario

You are doing a fantastic job at Chada Tech in your new role as a junior developer, and you exceeded expectations in your last assignment for Airgead Banking. Since your team is impressed with your work, they have given you another, more complex assignment. Some of the code for this project has already been completed by a senior developer on your team. Because this work will require you to use both C++ and Python, the senior developer has given you the code to begin linking between C++ and Python. Your task is to build an item-tracking program for the Corner Grocer, which should incorporate all of their requested functionality.

The Corner Grocer needs a program that analyzes the text records they generate throughout the day. These records list items purchased in chronological order from the time the store opens to the time it closes. They are interested in rearranging their produce section and need to know how often items are purchased so they can create the most effective layout for their customers. The program that the Corner Grocer is asking you to create should address the following three requirements for a given text-based input file that contains a list of purchased items for a single day:

1. Produce a list of all items purchased in a given day along with the number of times each item was purchased.
2. Produce a number representing how many times a specific item was purchased in a given day.
3. Produce a text-based histogram listing all items purchased in a given day, along with a representation of the number of times each item was purchased.

As you complete this work, your manager at Chada Tech is interested to see your thought process regarding how you use the different programming languages, C++ and Python. To help explain your rationale, you will also complete a written explanation of your code’s design and functionality.

Directions

One of Python’s strengths is its ability to search through text and process large amounts of data, so that programming language will be used to manage internal functions of the program you create. Alternatively, C++ will be used to interface with users who are interested in using the prototype tracking program.

Grocery Tracking Program
Begin with a Visual Studio project file that has been set up correctly to work with both C++ and Python, as you have done in a previous module. Remember to be sure you are working in Release mode, rather than Debug mode. Then add the CS210_Starter_CPP_Code and CS210_Starter_PY_Code files, linked in the Supporting Materials section, to their appropriate tabs within the project file so that C++ and Python will be able to effectively communicate with one another. After you have begun to code, you will also wish to access the CS210_Project_Three_Input_File, linked in the Supporting Materials section, to check the functionality and output of your work.

As you work, continue checking your code’s syntax to ensure your code will run. Note that when you compile your code, you will be able to tell if this is successful overall because it will produce an error message for any issues regarding syntax. Some common syntax errors are missing a semicolon, calling a function that does not exist, not closing an open bracket, or using double quotes and not closing them in a string, among others.

1. Use C++ to develop a menu display that asks users what they would like to do. Include options for each of the three requirements outlined in the scenario and number them 1, 2, and 3. You should also include an option 4 to exit the program. All of your code needs to effectively validate user input.
2. Create code to determine the number of times each individual item appears. Here you will be addressing the first requirement from the scenario to produce a list of all items purchased in a given day along with the number of times each item was purchased. Note that each grocery item is represented by a word in the input file. Reference the following to help guide how you can break down the coding work.
   • Write C++ code for when a user selects option 1 from the menu. Select and apply a C++ function to call the appropriate Python function, which will display the number of times each item (or word) appears.
   • Write Python code to calculate the frequency of every word that appears from the input file. It is recommended that you build off the code you have already been given for this work.
   • Use Python to display the final result of items and their corresponding numeric value on the screen.
3. Create code to determine the frequency of a specific item. Here you will be addressing the second requirement from the scenario to produce a number representing how many times a specific item was purchased in a given day. Remember an item is represented by a word and its frequency is the number of times that word appears in the input file. Reference the following to help guide how you can break down the coding work.
   1. Use C++ to validate user input for option 2 in the menu. Prompt a user to input the item, or word, they wish to look for. Write a C++ function to take the user’s input and pass it to Python.
   2. Write Python code to return the frequency of a specific word. It will be useful to build off the code you just wrote to address the first requirement. You can use the logic you wrote but modify it to return just one value; this should be a fairly simple change (about one line). Next, instead of displaying the result on the screen from Python, return a numeric value for the frequency of the specific word to C++.
   3. Write a C++ function to display the value returned from Python. Remember, this should be displayed on the screen in C++. We recommend reviewing the C++ functions that have already been provided to you for this work.
4. Create code to graphically display a data file as a text-based histogram. Here you will be addressing the third requirement from the scenario: to produce a text-based histogram listing all items purchased in a given day, along with a representation of the number of times each item was purchased. Reference the following to help guide how you can break down the coding work:
   1. Use C++ to validate user input for option 3 in the menu. Then have C++ prompt Python to execute its relevant function.
   2. Write a Python function that reads an input file (CS210_Project_Three_Input_File, which is linked in the Supporting Materials section) and then creates a file, which contains the words and their frequencies. The file that you create should be named frequency.dat, which needs to be specified in your C++ code and in your Python code. Note that you may wish to refer to work you completed in a previous assignment where you practiced reading and writing to a file. Some of your code from that work may be useful to reuse or manipulate here. The frequency.dat file should include every item (represented by a word) paired with the number of times that item appears in the input file. For example, the file might read as follows:
      • Potatoes 4
      • Pumpkins 5
      • Onions 3
   3. Write C++ code to read the frequency.dat file and display a histogram. Loop through the newly created file and read the name and frequency on each row. Then print the name, followed by asterisks or another special character to represent the numeric amount. The number of asterisks should equal the frequency read from the file. For example, if the file includes 4 potatoes, 5 pumpkins, and 3 onions then your text-based histogram may appear as represented below. However, you can alter the appearance or color of the histogram in any way you choose.
      • Potatoes ****
      • Pumpkins *****
      • Onions ***
5. Apply industry standard best practices such as in-line comments and appropriate naming conventions to enhance readability and maintainability. Remember that you must demonstrate industry standard best practices in all your code to ensure clarity, consistency, and efficiency. This includes the following:
   1. Using input validation and error handling to anticipate, detect, and respond to run-time and user errors (for example, make sure you have option 4 on your menu so users can exit the program)
   2. Inserting in-line comments to denote your changes and briefly describe the functionality of the code
   3. Using appropriate variable, parameter, and other naming conventions throughout your code

Programming Languages Explanation
Consider the coding work you have completed for the grocery-tracking program. You will now take the time to think more deeply regarding how you were able to combine two different programming languages, C++ and Python, to create a complete program. The following should be completed as a written explanation.

1. Explain the benefits and drawbacks of using C++ in a coding project. Think about the user-focused portion of the grocery-tracking program you completed using C++. What control does this give you over the user interface? How does it allow you to use colors or formatting effectively?
2. Explain the benefits and drawbacks of using Python in a coding project. Think about the analysis portions of the grocery-tracking program you completed using Python. How does Python allow you to deal with regular expressions? How is Python able to work through large amounts of data? What makes it efficient for this process?
3. Discuss when two or more coding languages can effectively be combined in a project. Think about how C++ and Python’s different functions were able to support one another in the overall grocery-tracking program. How do the two function well together? What is another scenario where you may wish to use both? Then, consider what would happen if you added in a third language or switched Python or C++ for something else. In past courses, you have worked with Java as a possible example. What could another language add that would be unique or interesting? Could it help you do something more effectively or efficiently in the grocery-tracking program?

#include <Python.h>
#include <iostream>
#include <Windows.h>
#include <cmath>
#include <string>

using namespace std;

/*
Description:
To call this function, simply pass the function name in Python that you wish to call.
Example:
callProcedure(“printsomething”);
Output:
Python will print on the screen: Hello from python!
Return:
None
*/
void CallProcedure(string pName)
{
char *procname = new char[pName.length() + 1];
std::strcpy(procname, pName.c_str());

Py_Initialize();
PyObject* my_module = PyImport_ImportModule(“PythonCode”);
PyErr_Print();
PyObject* my_function = PyObject_GetAttrString(my_module, procname);
PyObject* my_result = PyObject_CallObject(my_function, NULL);
Py_Finalize();

delete[] procname;
}

/*
Description:
To call this function, pass the name of the Python functino you wish to call and the string parameter you want to send
Example:
int x = callIntFunc(“PrintMe”,”Test”);
Output:
Python will print on the screen:
You sent me: Test
Return:
100 is returned to the C++
*/
int callIntFunc(string proc, string param)
{
char *procname = new char[proc.length() + 1];
std::strcpy(procname, proc.c_str());

char *paramval = new char[param.length() + 1];
std::strcpy(paramval, param.c_str());

PyObject *pName, *pModule, *pDict, *pFunc, *pValue = nullptr, *presult = nullptr;
// Initialize the Python Interpreter
Py_Initialize();
// Build the name object
pName = PyUnicode_FromString((char*)”PythonCode”);
// Load the module object
pModule = PyImport_Import(pName);
// pDict is a borrowed reference
pDict = PyModule_GetDict(pModule);
// pFunc is also a borrowed reference
pFunc = PyDict_GetItemString(pDict, procname);
if (PyCallable_Check(pFunc))
{
pValue = Py_BuildValue(“(z)”, paramval);
PyErr_Print();
presult = PyObject_CallObject(pFunc, pValue);
PyErr_Print();
}
else
{
PyErr_Print();
}
//printf(“Result is %dn”, _PyLong_AsInt(presult));
Py_DECREF(pValue);
// Clean up
Py_DECREF(pModule);
Py_DECREF(pName);
// Finish the Python Interpreter
Py_Finalize();

// clean
delete[] procname;
delete[] paramval;

return _PyLong_AsInt(presult);
}

/*
Description:
To call this function, pass the name of the Python functino you wish to call and the string parameter you want to send
Example:
int x = callIntFunc(“doublevalue”,5);
Return:
25 is returned to the C++
*/
int callIntFunc(string proc, int param)
{
char *procname = new char[proc.length() + 1];
std::strcpy(procname, proc.c_str());

PyObject *pName, *pModule, *pDict, *pFunc, *pValue = nullptr, *presult = nullptr;
// Initialize the Python Interpreter
Py_Initialize();
// Build the name object
pName = PyUnicode_FromString((char*)”PythonCode”);
// Load the module object
pModule = PyImport_Import(pName);
// pDict is a borrowed reference
pDict = PyModule_GetDict(pModule);
// pFunc is also a borrowed reference
pFunc = PyDict_GetItemString(pDict, procname);
if (PyCallable_Check(pFunc))
{
pValue = Py_BuildValue(“(i)”, param);
PyErr_Print();
presult = PyObject_CallObject(pFunc, pValue);
PyErr_Print();
}
else
{
PyErr_Print();
}
//printf(“Result is %dn”, _PyLong_AsInt(presult));
Py_DECREF(pValue);
// Clean up
Py_DECREF(pModule);
Py_DECREF(pName);
// Finish the Python Interpreter
Py_Finalize();

// clean
delete[] procname;

return _PyLong_AsInt(presult);
}

void main()
{
CallProcedure(“printsomething”);
cout << callIntFunc(“PrintMe”,”House”) << endl;
cout << callIntFunc(“SquareValue”, 2);

}

import re 

import string 

def printsomething():

print (“Hello from python!”)

def PrintMe(v):

print(“You sent me: ” + v)

return 100;

def SquareValue(v):

return v * V 

Assignment 1: 

The chart you select to represent your data will be influenced by many factors. Kirk (2016) has put each chart into the five main families below:

· Categorical: Comparing categories and distributions of quantities values

· Hierarchical: Charting part-to-whole relationships and hierarchies

· Relational: Graphing relationships to explore correlations and connections

· Temporal: Showing trends and activities over time

· Spatial: Mapping spatial patterns through overlays and distortions

Select a chart type from the text and discuss what the chart is used for and why you selected it. (The author has included a lot of different chart types in our course book)

Textbook is attached, “Andy Kirk – Data Visualisation_ A Handbook For Data Driven Design-Sage Publications (2019)”.

Requirement: 

· ****Separate word document for each assignment****

· Minimum 300-350 words. Cover sheet, abstract, graphs, and references do not count.

· Add reference separately for each assignment question.

· Strictly follow APA style. 

· Include at least two citations (APA) from academic resources

· No plagiarized content please! Attach a plagiarized report.

· Check for spelling and grammar mistakes!

· $5 max. Please bid if you agree.

Assignment 2: 

Please refer to the “Application Security.zip” file (includes previously done homework) to complete this assignment.

Assignment:
Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages double spaced) of how the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course have been applied, or could be applied, in a practical manner to your current work environment. If you are not currently working, share times when you have or could observe these theories and knowledge could be applied to an employment opportunity in your field of study. 

Requirements:

· ****Separate word document for each assignment****

· Provide a 500 word (or 2 pages double spaced) minimum reflection.

· Use of proper APA formatting and citations. If supporting evidence from outside resources is used those must be properly cited. 

· Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and theories from this course. 

· Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment. If you are not employed, demonstrate a connection to your desired work environment. 

· You should NOT, provide an overview of the assignments assigned in the course. The assignment asks that you reflect how the knowledge and skills obtained through meeting course objectives were applied or could be applied in the workplace. 

· No plagiarized content please! Attach a plagiarized report.

· Check for spelling and grammar mistakes!

· $7 max. Please bid if you agree.

Required Readings

Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2018). Evidence-based practice in nursing & healthcare: A guide to best practice (4th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer.
Chapter 7, “Patient Concerns, Choices and Clinical Judgement in Evidence-Based Practice” (pp. 219–232)

Hoffman, T. C., Montori, V. M., & Del Mar, C. (2014). The connection between evidence-based medicine and shared decision making. Journal of the American Medical Association, 312(13), 1295–1296. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.10186
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Kon, A. A., Davidson, J. E., Morrison, W., Danis, M., & White, D. B. (2016). Shared decision making in intensive care units: An American College of Critical Care Medicine and American Thoracic Society policy statement. Critical Care Medicine, 44(1), 188–201. doi:10.1097/CCM.0000000000001396
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Opperman, C., Liebig, D., Bowling, J., & Johnson, C. S., & Harper, M. (2016). Measuring return on investment for professional development activities: Implications for practice. Journal for Nurses in Professional Development, 32(4), 176–184. doi:10.1097/NND.0000000000000483
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Schroy, P. C., Mylvaganam, S., & Davidson, P. (2014). Provider perspectives on the utility of a colorectal cancer screening decision aid for facilitating shared decision making. Health Expectations, 17(1), 27–35. doi:10.1111/j.1369-7625.2011.00730.x
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute. (2019). Patient decision aids. Retrieved from https://decisionaid.ohri.ca/