Are the built in Karel functions like move() and turnLeft() an API? Why or why not?
The built-in Karel functions like move() and turnLeft() are not considered an API (Application Programming Interface).
An API usually refers to a set of protocols, tools, and definitions provided by a software library or platform that allows developers to interact with and utilize its functionality. APIs are typically designed to provide a more extensive and flexible set of methods and endpoints for developers to build upon.
In the context of Karel (the educational programming language), these built-in functions are not part of a separate library or platform that developers can interact with. They are rather intrinsic to the Karel environment and are provided as a simplified set of commands specifically defined for Karel programming.
Therefore, while these functions serve as an interface between developers and the Karel environment, they do not embody the traditional concept of an API as they are not separate from the programming language itself.