console programming

noun

UK /ˈkɒn.səʊl ˈprəʊ.ɡræm.ɪŋ/

US /ˈkɑːn.soʊl ˈproʊ.ɡræm.ɪŋ/

Writing computer programs that run in a text window.

He learned console programming by making a small game that prints words on the screen.

SYNONYMS

command-line programming terminal programming text-mode programming shell programming

RELATED WORDS

console terminal command line scripting text interface

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Programming a video game console.

Console programming for the new game system requires special tools.

3. Writing code that controls a computer's main input and output screen.

The class covered console programming before moving on to windows.

4. Creating simple text-based programs for learning.

Beginners often start with console programming to understand loops.