noun a set of instructions or rules for a computer program
verb to write code for a computer program
In genetics, 'code' refers to the genetic code, which is the set of rules by which information encoded in genetic material (DNA or RNA) is translated into proteins.
In legal contexts, 'code' can refer to a system of laws or regulations, such as a penal code or building code.
In cryptography, 'code' is used to refer to a system of rules or algorithms for encrypting and decrypting messages.
In computer programming, 'code' refers to a set of instructions written in a programming language to perform specific tasks.
In telecommunications, 'code' can refer to Morse code, a method of encoding text characters as sequences of dots and dashes.
In the context of a writer, 'code' may refer to the language and syntax used in programming or scripting to create software, websites, or other digital content.
In the context of a psychologist, 'code' may refer to a system of symbols or rules used to represent and communicate complex ideas or behaviors, such as the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) code for diagnosing mental health conditions.
In the context of a software developer, 'code' refers to the written instructions or commands that are used to create computer programs, applications, or software systems.
In the context of a data analyst, 'code' may refer to the programming languages and scripts used to manipulate and analyze data sets, such as SQL for querying databases or Python for data analysis.
In the context of a web designer, 'code' may refer to the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript used to create and style websites, as well as other programming languages and frameworks for web development.