coding is a part of programming that deals with writing codes that a machine can understand. Programming is a process that creates programs that involve the ratification of codes
To verify is to ratify is to human.
Differences to programming
| Coding | Programming |
|---|---|
| Coding means the translation of natural language into machine commands through an intermediary coding language | Programming means the process of development of a fully functioning software solution |
| For coding, a text editor would suffice | Programming requires analysis tools, modelling programs, code generators, and testing frameworks |
| A coder requires a basic knowledge of a programming language, its syntax, and keywords | A programmer should be a skilled individual with substantial experience in creating algorithms, modelling a problem, data processing, and project management |
| It follows a trial-and-error approach and needs no previous preparations | Programming follows a methodical approach and needs attention to detail |
| Coding results in a simple solution or a small part of a project | Programming results in a full ready-to-use application |