programmer

or pro·gram·er

[ proh-gram-er ]

noun

1. a person who writes code for computer programs.
2. a person who programs a machine, device, or apparatus.
3. a person who prepares program schedules, as for radio or television.
4. a person who prepares instructional programs.

ˈprogrammer

/ ˈprəʊɡræmə /

noun

1. a person who writes a program so that data may be processed by a computer

Word History and Origins

Origin of programmer¹

First recorded in 1885–90; program + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Ms. Lovelace is considered the world’s first computer programmer.

From NewsForKids.net

Dennis Frost, a retired programmer who has served on the Florence Project’s Living Experience Expert Panel, points out that social engagement is very important for people who are diagnosed with dementia.

From BBC

That inspired him to team up with a programmer, designer and concept artist, as well as teaching himself to use video game engine Unreal 5 to create the virtual reality game.

From BBC

Services growth was led by computer programmers and the health sector, which recovered from strike action in June.

From BBC

Disney and other programmers have demanded license fee increases for their programming, including cable shows that are no longer exclusive to pay-TV distributors.

From Los Angeles Times

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