systems programming
nounUK /ˈsɪstəmz ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/
US /ˈsɪstəmz ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/
Writing computer programs that help the computer itself work, like the programs that run the machine.
She learned systems programming so she could write software that talks directly to the computer's hardware.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The branch of software engineering focused on building the foundational software that other programs rely on.
Systems programming is often taught after students understand basic data structures.
3. Writing code that manages hardware resources such as memory, processors, and input/output devices.
His job involves systems programming to keep the servers running efficiently.
4. Developing the core software layer between applications and the machine, often in languages like C or Rust.
The course covers systems programming in C and Rust.