safeprogramming
nounUK /seɪf ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/
US /seɪf ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/
Safe programming means writing computer code in a careful way so that it does not make mistakes or cause harm.
The teacher taught us safe programming so our games would not crash or lose our work.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A style of coding that checks for problems before they happen.
With safe programming, the app warns you before you type something wrong.
3. Writing programs that protect people's private information.
Banks use safe programming to keep customers' passwords secret.
4. Making sure a robot or machine follows rules so it cannot hurt anyone.
The factory uses safe programming so the robot arm stops when a person walks near.