brogrammer
broh-gram-ernoun, abbreviation
Silicon ValleyNorCalSafe anywhereDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional
Definition
A programmer who performs a fratty, hyper-masculine persona. A blend of “bro” and “programmer”.
In simple English: A programmer who acts like a frat boy.
A blend of "bro" and "programmer".
Examples
The brogrammer culture there drove half the team out.
Usage notes
Coined as a critique of exclusionary engineering workplaces; rarely a compliment.
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At a glance
- Track
- Silicon Valley
- Region
- NorCal
- Part of speech
- noun, abbreviation