computer programmer
Definition
Noun: A person whose occupation is to design, write, and test the instructions (code) that computers execute to perform specific tasks or functions.
Usage
This term refers to a professional role in the field of software development. It describes an individual who creates software applications, scripts, or systems by writing in programming languages.
Examples
- The company hired a computer programmer to build its new mobile app.
- She is a skilled computer programmer specializing in data security.
- To become a computer programmer, one must learn languages like Python or Java.
Advanced Usage
- The term can imply a focus on the practical implementation and writing of code, as distinct from broader roles like "software engineer," which may involve more system design and architecture.
- In historical contexts, early computer programmers often worked directly with machine code or punch cards.
Variants and Related Words
- Programmer: A common, shorter synonym for "computer programmer."
- Coder: An informal term for a computer programmer.
- Software Developer: A broader term that encompasses programming but also includes design, testing, and maintenance.
- Computer Programming (n): The activity or job of writing computer programs.
Synonyms
- Coder
- Software Developer
- Application Developer
Related Phrases
- To program computers: The verb form describing the action a computer programmer performs.
- Example: He learned to program computers in college.
Noun
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a person who designs and writes and tests computer programs
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