programmer

noun

pro·​gram·​mer ˈprō-ˌgra-mər 

-grə-

variants or less commonly programer

: one that programs: such as

a

: a person who prepares and tests programs for devices (such as computers)

b

: one that programs a mechanism

c

: one that prepares an instructional program

d

: a person who plans or prepares entertainment programs

a television programmer

Examples of programmer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

A lot of ink has been spilled on the programmers who got replaced by AI agents. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 25 June 2026

For writers, editors, programmers, office professionals, and anyone who spends long hours in front of a screen, the HP Tilt Ergonomic Mouse 720M is one of the most approachable ergonomic mice available today. — Sascha Brodsky, PC Magazine, 21 June 2026

Prior to The Booking Fair, the filmmakers participated in educational sessions covering how to pitch programmers, position their films for theatrical exhibition, and study case models. — Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 19 June 2026

Eventually, though, NASA moved toward the use of machine computers more often; Easley transitioned along with the space agency, ultimately becoming a full-fledged computer programmer. — Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 19 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for programmer

• sledgehammer
• tetramer
• amor
• clamor
• clamour
• glamor
• glamour
• grammar
• hammer
• jammer
• rammer
• stammer

Kids Definition

programmer

noun

pro·​gram·​mer

variants also programer

ˈprō-ˌgram-ər 

-grə-mər

: a person who writes computer programs