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Study Overview

We are conducting a study to compare two programming approaches:

  1. Prompt-Based Programming: Our novel approach.
  2. Traditional Syntax Programming: The method you have learned in class.

Study Goals

The goal is to determine whether individuals with no prior programming knowledge can use our novel prompt-based tool to achieve faster and more accurate analytical outputs. Each participant will serve as their own control, ensuring a fair comparison.

Confidentiality and Voluntary Participation

How to Participate

  1. Instructional Video: Please watch the instructional video below.
  2. Transcribed Steps:
    • Run the Remote Script: 
      // Created by watching the video 
do "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Vince-Jin/Prompt/main/navigation.do"
    • Comparison of Programming Approaches: You will complete tasks using both prompt-based and syntax-based programming.

Key Outcome Measure: Time-to-Completion

The primary outcome measure is the time it takes to complete each approach. The tasks are straightforward, and we will provide hints if needed.

Data Collection

Once you complete both programs, you will see a prompt with your results. An example of the output is:

Now you have completed this pilot program!
Generating the log file for running time: 
Running time for Pilot Programs: 
Prompt-Based (Q1): 71.11
Traditional (Q2): 260.37

Survey

Please complete six simple, and anonymous, survey questions on Google Docs here.

Thank You

Your participation will help shape the future of Stata programming instruction. We greatly appreciate the time and effort you put into this study, and your contributions will significantly benefit future students.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to support the next generation of learners!

Best regards,

Vince & Abi

P.S. Stata Conference Portland 2024