problem-solving programming

noun
UK /ˈprɒbləm ˌsɒlvɪŋ ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/
US /ˈprɑːbləm ˌsɑːlvɪŋ ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

Writing computer code to fix a problem or make a task easier.

The class used problem-solving programming to make a game that helps kids learn math.

SYNONYMS

coding for solutionscomputational problem solvingalgorithmic programmingsolution-focused coding

RELATED WORDS

algorithmdebugginglogiccodingcomputational thinking

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching method where students learn coding by solving real-life puzzles.

Her school added problem-solving programming to the science club.

3. The process of planning steps in code to overcome a challenge.

Problem-solving programming helped the team build a robot that finds its way.

4. Using simple programs to practice thinking through difficulties.

He enjoys problem-solving programming because each puzzle teaches him something new.