Coding: meaning, definitions and examples

💻
Add to dictionary

coding

 

[ ˈkoʊdɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

computer programming

The process of writing, testing, and debugging computer programs.

Synonyms

programming, scripting

Examples of usage

  • Coding requires a deep understanding of programming languages.
  • She is studying coding to pursue a career in software development.
Context #2 | Noun

general

The act or process of creating instructions for computers to perform specific tasks.

Synonyms

programming, scripting

Examples of usage

  • Coding is essential for creating websites and applications.
  • Learning coding can improve logical thinking skills.
Context #3 | Verb

computer science

To write code for computer programs.

Synonyms

programming, scripting

Examples of usage

  • She is coding a new feature for the mobile app.
  • Coders often collaborate to code complex software projects.

Translations

Translations of the word "coding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 codificação

🇮🇳 कोडिंग

🇩🇪 Codierung

🇮🇩 pengkodean

🇺🇦 кодування

🇵🇱 kodowanie

🇯🇵 コーディング

🇫🇷 codage

🇪🇸 codificación

🇹🇷 kodlama

🇰🇷 코딩

🇸🇦 تشفير

🇨🇿 kódování

🇸🇰 kódovanie

🇨🇳 编码 (biānmǎ)

🇸🇮 kodiranje

🇮🇸 kóðun

🇰🇿 кодтау

🇬🇪 კოდირება

🇦🇿 kodlaşdırma

🇲🇽 codificación

Etymology

The term 'coding' originates from the word 'code', which originally referred to a system of symbols or signals used to represent information. In the context of computers, coding evolved to mean the process of creating instructions for machines to execute. Coding has become a fundamental skill in the digital age, enabling the development of software and applications that power modern technology.

See also: codebase, codebreaker, codebreaking, coded, coder, coders, codes, decode, encode.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,346 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.