programmatic

Automated by software

Programmatic describes something done according to a program or systematic plan.

In computing and advertising, it refers to automated processes: programmatic ad buying uses algorithms to purchase digital ads in real time.

More broadly, programmatic means following a detailed agenda or methodology: a programmatic approach to urban renewal.

The word often implies efficiency through automation or adherence to predetermined steps.

systematic

methodical

Organized and deliberate

consistent · formalized · standardized · reproducible · scalable · procedural · deterministic · replicable · controlled · organized

advertising

impressions

Effects on the mind

campaigns · publishers · advertisers · cookies · tracking · personalization · metrics · analytics · optimization · retargeting

automation

scripted

Written out beforehand

batch processing · triggers · workflows · pipelines · orchestration · task automation · event-driven · hands-free · self-executing · unattended

coding

API

Software communication standard

  • SDKProgramming tools bundle
  • scriptsWritten texts for performances
  • functionsWorks or serves purposes

variables · syntax · debugging · compiling · loops · source code · version control · repository · IDE · libraries

Categories
Opposites
automation and systematization

programmaticmanual

Written instructions for use

ad-hoc · hands-on · one-off · case-by-case · handcrafted

structure and planning

programmaticimprovised

Created without prior planning

spontaneous · ad-hoc · unplanned · reactive · haphazard

musical/artistic expression

programmaticabsolute

Total, without qualification

pure · abstract · non-representational · formalist

Family

program, programmed, programmer, programming, reprogram, reprogrammed, programmable, preprogrammed, reprogramming

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Rated G