programmation informatique
Computer programming in French is programmation informatique.
While the related term informatique refers more broadly to the field of computer science or computing, programmation informatique refers specifically to the act of writing code.
Meaning: process (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The term is composed of programmation (programming) and informatique (computing/computer science).
Which one should you use?
While informatique refers to the broader field of computer science or computing, programmation informatique refers specifically to the act of writing code.
How does it change in a sentence?
A person who practices computer programming is called a programmeur (masculine) or a programmeuse (feminine). The verb form for the act of programming is programmer, and Il/elle code means "He/she codes".
Did you know?
- The word informatique is a uniquely French way to say 'computer science' because it is a portmanteau of 'information' and 'automatique'.
- The term informatique was coined in 1962 by Philippe Dreyfus to specifically describe the emerging field of automated data processing.
- While programmation informatique is the formal name for the field, French developers often use the English word 'code' as a verb, saying je code to describe their daily work.
Examples in context
- Il cherche un emploi dans la programmation informatique.He's looking for a job in computer programming.This sentence shows how to use programmation informatique when discussing professional employment.Tatoeba #11239675 by lbdx, translation #1996127 by Ylberi
- Je suis intéressé(e) par la programmation informatique. J'aimerais en savoir plus sur les langages de programmation populairesI am interested in computer programming. I would like to learn more about popular programming languages
- La programmation informatique est un domaine passionnant.Computer programming is an exciting field.
- Elle étudie la programmation informatique à l'université.She is studying computer programming at the university.
Example conversation
Nathan and Chloé are discussing their studies at university.
- NathanQu'est-ce que tu étudies, Chloé ?What are you studying, Chloé?
- ChloéJe me spécialise en programmation informatique.I am specializing in computer programming.
- NathanC'est difficile à apprendre ?Is it difficult to learn?
- ChloéOui, mais c'est très gratifiant.Yes, but it is very rewarding.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries informatique, programmation, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
