Kuli koding
Definition & Context
A self-deprecating or sarcastic term for software developers who feel like manual laborers due to repetitive tasks, long hours, and high pressure.
Synonyms & Variants
buruh koding
A term similar to 'kuli koding', emphasizing the heavy, repetitive, and undervalued aspects of the work, often used in a sarcastic or complaining context.
pemrogram
Someone who writes, tests, and maintains computer programs. This term is more neutral and formal.
pengembang perangkat lunak
A professional term for an individual involved in software development, encompassing more than just coding.
tukang koding
An informal and somewhat derogatory term, implying that coding is a manual or low-skill job, similar to 'kuli koding'.
Usage Notes or Etymology
A portmanteau of 'kuli' (manual laborer) and 'coding', reflecting the unglamorous side of the tech industry where workloads are often overwhelming.
Real-world Usage
Gue mah cuma kuli koding, tiap malam begadang demi kejar deadline.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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