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Programming helped the robot follow commands.
What does Programming mean?
Programming means writing instructions for a computer.
Dictionary definition
The activity of writing instructions that tell a computer what to do.
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The class learned programming by making a simple game.
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Good programming uses clear steps so a computer can follow them.
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MeaningProgramming means writing instructions for a computer.
ExampleExample: Programming helped the robot follow commands.
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- Syllables
- proh · gram · ing
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- proh
- Ending
- ing
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Synonyms
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codingWriting instructions for a computer.
software developmentCreating computer programs or applications.
Antonyms
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manual workWork done by hand without computer instructions.
random guessingTrying without a planned set of steps.
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