deviceprogramming

noun

UK /dɪˈvaɪs ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/

US /dɪˈvaɪs ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

Device programming is telling a gadget what to do by writing special instructions for it.

My dad does device programming to make our smart lights turn on by themselves.

SYNONYMS

firmware coding embedded programming hardware programming microcontroller programming

RELATED WORDS

microcontroller firmware circuit board sensor code

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The process of loading software onto a piece of hardware so it can work.

Device programming took a few minutes before the robot could move.

3. Writing instructions for small computers inside everyday machines.

She learned device programming to build a talking toy.

4. Setting up a gadget's settings and commands through code.

Device programming lets the watch count your steps.