Duct Tape Programming
Noun · Slang & Abbreviations
Definitions
An approach to coding that favors expedient patches, glue scripts, and minimal fixes over cleaner design, usually to keep a system moving under pressure. The term is critical but often affectionate because it reflects real-world constraints.
In plain English: Programming with quick fixes and rough patches instead of cleaner long-term design.
Example: "The prototype survived on duct tape programming long enough to prove demand."