Synonyms for

Programmer

Verb / ˈprəʊˌgræmɜ: / Another word for programmer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A programmer is a person who writes and tests computer programs.

Synonyms & similar words

computerprogrammer softwareengineer coder coder developer hacker technician analyst architect engineer coder-geek

Synonyms by register

Formal

software developer software engineer coder

Informal

hacker geek nerd dev

Antonyms

user operator end-user client consumer layperson

Common collocations

  • software programmer
  • computer programmer
  • lead programmer
  • senior programmer
  • junior programmer
  • freelance programmer
  • game programmer

Word family

noun programmer
verb program
adjective programmable

Usage note

While 'hacker' can be a synonym, it often carries connotations of unauthorized access or malicious intent, so use with caution. 'Coder' is generally informal.

Example sentences

  1. The programmer is working on a new project.
  2. The programmer fixed the bug in the software.
  3. The programmer created an app for her phone.
  4. My friend wants to be a programmer when she grows up.
  5. The programmer used a programming language to write the code.

Quotes

  • A good programmer is someone who always looks both ways before crossing a one-way street. - Doug Linder
  • Programmer: A machine that turns coffee into code. - Unknown
  • The best thing about a boolean is even if you are wrong, you are only off by a bit. - Unknown

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