code-writing

noun
UK /ˈkəʊd ˌraɪtɪŋ/
US /ˈkoʊd ˌraɪtɪŋ/

Code-writing is the act of making a computer program by typing special instructions.

She spent the afternoon code-writing to build a simple game.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The activity of writing secret messages using a cipher.

The spies practiced code-writing to hide their plans.

3. The job or skill of creating instructions for computers.

Code-writing is a useful skill for many modern jobs.

4. A school subject where students learn to make computer programs.

Our class has code-writing every Friday afternoon.