purpose-led coding

noun

UK /ˈpɜːpəs lɛd ˈkəʊdɪŋ/

US /ˈpɜːrpəs lɛd ˈkoʊdɪŋ/

Writing computer code with a clear goal in mind.

The team used purpose-led coding to build an app that helps people find clean water.

SYNONYMS

goal-driven programming mission-focused coding intentional development objective-based coding

RELATED WORDS

software engineering design thinking user-centered design ethical programming product development

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Coding guided by social or environmental values rather than profit alone.

Purpose-led coding led the startup to make its software free for schools.

3. A teaching approach where students code to solve a real problem.

The teacher introduced purpose-led coding by having kids build a tool for their local library.

4. Writing software with a clearly stated purpose that guides every design choice.

Purpose-led coding kept the project simple and easy to use.