codingproblem

noun

UK /ˈkəʊdɪŋ ˈprɒbləm/

US /ˈkoʊdɪŋ ˈprɑːbləm/

A coding problem is a puzzle you solve by writing instructions for a computer.

The teacher gave us a coding problem to fix the broken game.

SYNONYMS

programming challenge coding puzzle programming task algorithm problem

RELATED WORDS

computer programmer algorithm bug code

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A mistake or fault in a computer program that needs to be fixed.

We found a coding problem that made the robot spin in circles.

3. A question in a test or contest that asks you to write computer code.

She solved all five coding problems in the contest.

4. A real-life difficulty that someone tries to solve using computer programs.

Sorting all the library books became a coding problem for the class.