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programming

The correct spelling is programming.

How to pronounce programming

verb

IPA: /ˈpɹəʊɡɹəmɪŋ/

Say it like: Pro-gra-mmi-ng

The correct spelling is programming. To enter a program or other instructions into (a computer or other electronic device) to instruct it to do a particular task. For example: "He programmed the DVR to record his favorite show."

Usage Examples

He programmed the DVR to record his favorite show.

I programmed a small game as a demonstration.

Mary will program Tuesday’s festivities.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To enter a program or other instructions into (a computer or other electronic device) to instruct it to do a particular task.
  2. 2.To develop (software) by writing program code.
  3. 3.To put together the schedule of an event.
  4. 4.To cause to automatically behave in a particular way.

noun

  1. 1.The designing, scheduling or planning of a radio or television program/programme.
  2. 2.Brain-washing
  3. 3.The act of writing a computer program.
  4. 4.The software that controls a machine, or the logic expressed in such software; operating instructions.

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