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programming: see computer computer, device capable of performing a series of arithmetic or logical operations. A computer is distinguished from a calculating machine, such as an electronic calculator , by being able to store a computer program (so that it can repeat its operations and make
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; programming language programming language, syntax, grammar, and symbols or words used to give instructions to a computer .

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All computers operate by following machine language programs, a long sequence of instructions called machine code
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programming

Creating a computer program. The steps are:

1. Developing the program logic to solve the
particular problem.

2. Writing the program logic in a specific
programming language (coding the program).

3. Assembling or compiling the program to turn
it into machine language.

4. Testing and debugging the program.

5. Preparing the necessary documentation.

The logic is generally the most difficult part of programming. However, depending on the programming language, writing the statements may also be laborious. One thing is certain. Documenting the program is considered the most annoying activity by most programmers. See estimating a programming job and peer review.














programming [′prō‚gram·iŋ]
(computer science)
Preparing a detailed sequence of operating instructions for a particular problem to be run on a digital computer. Also known as computer programming.
(engineering)
In a plastics process, extruding a parison whose thickness differs longitudinally in order to equalize wall thickness of the blown container.

1.programming - The art of debugging a blank sheet of paper (or, in these days of on-line editing, the art of debugging an empty file).
2.programming - A pastime similar to banging one's head against a wall, but with fewer opportunities for reward.
3.programming - The most fun you can have with your clothes on (although clothes are not mandatory).


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