Types of Errors

Syntax Errors

• Definition: Errors that occur due to incorrect syntax in the code.
• Examples: Missing or mismatched brackets, semicolons, or quotes.
• Cause: Typically caught by compilers or interpreters.

Runtime Errors

• Definition: Errors that occur during the execution of the program.
• Examples: Division by zero, out-of-range values, null pointer exceptions.
• Cause: Can be caused by unexpected user input, incorrect assumptions, or unexpected conditions.

Logic Errors

• Definition: Errors that occur due to flaws in the program's logic.
• Examples: Incorrect algorithm, incorrect calculation, or incorrect assumptions.
• Cause: Can be caused by misunderstandings of the problem, incorrect design, or lack of testing.

Semantic Errors

• Definition: Errors that occur due to incorrect meaning or interpretation of the code.
• Examples: Using a variable before it's initialized, or using a function incorrectly.
• Cause: Can be caused by misunderstandings of the language, incorrect assumptions, or lack of documentation.