hardware-focused programming

noun
UK /ˈhɑːdweə ˈfəʊkəst ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/
US /ˈhɑːrdwer ˈfoʊkəst ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

Writing computer code that talks directly to the physical parts of a computer, like chips and motors.

She learned hardware-focused programming so she could make her robot move.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Writing code for small computers built into everyday machines.

Hardware-focused programming helps washing machines run their cycles.

3. Making programs that control lights, motors, and buttons.

His hardware-focused programming made the toy car blink and beep.

4. Coding close to the machine instead of using big ready-made apps.

Hardware-focused programming lets you decide exactly what each chip does.