Computer programming

Computer programming (often simply programming) is the craft of implementing one or more interrelated abstract algorithms using a particular programming language to produce a concrete computer program. Programming has elements of art, science, mathematics, and engineering.

Software development

Main article: software engineering

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Software is a mass noun for computer programs and data. The accompanying documentation and software license are also considered an essential part of the software, even though they don't involve any actual coding.

Related Topics:
Software - Mass noun - Software license

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Creating software involves:

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• Requirements Analysis
• Specification
• Design and Architecture
• Coding
• Compilation
• Testing
• Documentation
• Maintenance

See software engineering for more details.

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