Status Glossary

Browse 6 status terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

6 Status Terms

AFK: AFK stands for Away From Keyboard, an internet abbreviation indicating that someone is temporarily unavailable or not at their computer. The term originated in...
Guru: An informal term for someone seen as unusually knowledgeable or influential in a subject area. In tech culture it can be flattering, ironic, or critical...
Nerd Cred: Informal reputation earned by demonstrating real technical skill, deep niche knowledge, or authentic participation in a community. In tech culture it acts as...
Tier 1 VC: An informal label for a venture firm perceived as especially prestigious, influential, or capable of helping portfolio companies beyond capital. The term is...
WFH: Working From Home — once a rare perk, now a standard arrangement that became the default for much of the tech industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
WONTFIX: A bug tracker status indicating that a reported issue has been acknowledged but will not be fixed — whether because it's by design, too costly, too risky, or...