Week 6- Coding vs Programming, what's the difference?
Let's delve into the distinctions between coding, programming, development, and design in the tech industry, debunking the common misconception that these terms are interchangeable.
Designers: They are the architects of the digital world, responsible for the overall user interface and experience of an application or website. They decide on features, layout, and ensure the final product meets the specifications. While they may not code, they can use low-code or no-code tools to create functional web applications.
Developers: This term covers a broad range of roles like web, software, app, frontend, and backend developers. Backend developers are akin to systems engineers, creating the internal structures of applications. Frontend developers translate visual designs into functional specifications. They require a wide skill set including web programming languages, graphic design, database programming, and more.
Programmers: They act as the general contractors, overseeing logical flows and building decision trees. Programmers bridge the gap between high-level design and detailed code, often being skilled in both logical programming and coding.
Coders: Serving as skilled tradespeople, coders translate specifications into functional code. They optimize code for efficiency, focus on application speed, debug, test, and often handle quality control. They also implement compliance features like data privacy and cybersecurity.
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