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It is used as a synonym of "doer" or "builder" but in the software/internet related industries, e.g. this website. Which is a bit strange since "to hack" doesn'
by yks 9y ago
It is used as a synonym of "doer" or "builder" but in the software/internet related industries, e.g. this website.
Which is a bit strange since "to hack" doesn't carry good connotations, neither a "hacker" in the original sense.
- chickenfries 9y agoSimilarly there is now this term "maker" which I find... ridiculous, to be honest. Are carpenters "makers?" What about electricians? Plumbers? Why does "maker" seem to imply a nerd with an Arduino or a 3d printer?