programming
programming — 名詞
1. the skill or activity of creating sets of instructions that tell a computer or d
程式設計
編寫電腦程式的工作或技能
the skill or activity of creating sets of instructions that tell a computer or device exactly what tasks to perform, from handling simple calculations to running complex systems
Samir finds programming satisfying because he enjoys solving logical problems step by step.
Samir 覺得程式設計很有成就感，因為他喜歡一步步解決邏輯問題。
verb + programming: find programming [adjective]
The university now offers a degree in programming for students who enjoy working with technology.
這所大學現在開設了程式設計學位，適合喜歡操作科技的學生。
collocation: degree in programming
Learning programming can open doors to many different types of jobs around the world.
學習程式設計可以為世界各地許多不同類型的工作打開大門。
Hassan's background in programming helped him create a useful budgeting tool for his team.
Hassan 的程式設計背景幫助他為團隊建立了一個實用的預算工具。
Yumi finds that programming becomes more enjoyable once she understands the basic rules.
Yumi 發現一旦理解了基本規則，程式設計就會變得更有趣。
- coding
overlaps heavily but tends to focus on the act of writing code lines rather than the full activity of planning and developing software
- software development
broader; includes planning, testing, documentation, and maintenance beyond just writing instructions
- computer science
the academic discipline behind programming; much broader and more theoretical
用法筆記
This noun is uncountable and can be used on its own ('I enjoy programming') or attributively before another noun ('programming language,' 'programming course'). The related verb is spelled 'program' in American English and 'programme' in British English for non-computing senses.
常見錯誤
2. the process of choosing and arranging the content that will be shown on televisi
節目編排
安排電視、廣播等播出內容
the process of choosing and arranging the content that will be shown on television, played on the radio, or featured at a cultural event over a set period of time
The television network's summer programming includes several new reality shows and a drama series.
這家電視網的夏季節目編排包括幾部新的實境秀和一部影集。
noun modifier: summer programming
Brooke complained about the late-night programming on the local radio station last month.
Brooke 上個月抱怨當地廣播電台的深夜節目編排。
The film festival programming this year features award-winning directors from twelve different countries.
今年的影展節目編排邀請了來自十二個不同國家的獲獎導演。
Quan checked the museum's programming for children before planning his family visit.
Quan 在規劃家庭參觀行程前，先查了博物館的兒童節目。
Viewers praised the radio station's classical music programming during the weekend mornings.
聽眾很稱讚這家廣播電台週末早上的古典音樂節目安排。
- scheduling
focuses on the timing aspect rather than content selection
- curating
emphasizes choosing content by quality or theme; more common in arts and museum contexts
- line-up
informal noun; 'the festival line-up announced today'
用法筆記
Often paired with a modifier that specifies the time frame, venue, or target audience, as in 'summer programming,' 'children's programming,' or 'festival programming.' This sense is distinct from sense 1 by its focus on content selection and scheduling rather than technical instruction.