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programming

Listen/ˈpɹəʊɡɹəmɪŋ/
Listen/ˈpɹoʊɡɹæmɪŋ/

verb

To enter a program or other instructions into (a computer or other electronic device) to instruct it to do a particular task.
He programmed the DVR to record his favorite show.
    To develop (software) by writing program code.
    I programmed a small game as a demonstration.
      To put together the schedule of an event.
      Mary will program Tuesday’s festivities.
        To cause to automatically behave in a particular way.
        The lab rat was programmed to press the lever when the bell rang.

          noun

          The designing, scheduling or planning of a radio or television program/programme.
          The network changed its programming to mess with DVRs again.
            Brain-washing
              The act of writing a computer program.
              Management wanted to know how much programming the project would need.
                The software that controls a machine, or the logic expressed in such software; operating instructions.
                A robot's programming doesn't allow for love.
                  Vibrant and detailed view of JavaScript code on a screen, ideal for tech and programming visuals.
                  Concentrated adult African American male in formal wear sitting at table with cup of coffee and watching video on netbook in light room
                  Adult man focused on typing on his laptop while relaxing on a couch in a comfortable, home environment.
                  A young man focused on his laptop while sitting in a stylish, modern café with wooden shelving.
                  A dedicated programmer focused on coding at his workspace with dual monitors in a modern office setting.
                  Adult man concentrating on laptop work in a home office setting with coffee and notes.
                  Two people coding on laptops in a bar setting, captured in a dim, creative atmosphere.
                  A young man in a beanie and t-shirt working on his laptop in a dimly lit room with soft lighting.
                  Close-up of a computer screen displaying programming code in a dark environment.