Code Farm
Noun · Slang & Abbreviations
Definitions
A derogatory term for an organization that treats software development as large-scale interchangeable labor, emphasizing output volume over craftsmanship, ownership, or healthy engineering culture. It often implies churn, mediocre incentives, and low autonomy.
In plain English: A company or environment where programmers are treated like interchangeable output workers.
Example: "The place felt less like a product company and more like a code farm optimized for billable hours."