reprogrammed
Changed the code
Reprogrammed is the past tense of reprogram—to program again or differently.
Computers and devices get reprogrammed when their software is updated or replaced: We reprogrammed the thermostat for the new schedule.
The word extends to changing ingrained patterns of thought or behavior: She reprogrammed herself to wake up early, Years of therapy reprogrammed how he responds to stress.
Cycle power intentionally
- reinitializeRestore to original state
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- factory resetReverting device to original
- wipeRub to clean
clear · default · restart · refresh · rollback · recovery · baseline · clean slate
Programs directing computer operations
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- codeSymbolic communication system
- algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
- automationSelf-operating system design
robotics · cybernetics · scripting · debugging · refactoring · patch · update · upgrade
Alter system arrangement
- rewireReplace electrical connections
- recodeConvert between formats
- overhaulComplete systematic repair
- customizeAlter to fit preferences
modify · alter · adjust · redesign · transform · update · retrofit · optimize
Coercively alter beliefs
- radicalizeConvert to extreme ideology
- cultFervent fringe group
- coercionPressured compliance through threats
- propagandaBiased information for influence
ideology · inculcate · convert · recruit · reeducation · thought reform · conditioning · manipulation
Learned behavioral adaptation
- habituationDiminished reaction over time
- reinforcementAdding support or encouragement
- neuroplasticityBrain's self-rewiring ability
- unlearningAbandoning acquired beliefs
relearning · desensitization · stimulus · response · operant · classical · extinction · association
Teach new job skills
- relearnGain knowledge anew
- adjustChange to fit better
- acclimateAdjust to environment
- readjustModify something anew
recondition · rehabilitate · transition · reorient · realign · recalibrate · reshape · evolve
reboot
Cycle power intentionally
- reinitializeRestore to original state
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- factory resetReverting device to original
wipe · clear · default · restart · refresh · rollback · recovery · baseline · clean slate · system restore
software
Programs directing computer operations
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- codeSymbolic communication system
- algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
automation · robotics · cybernetics · scripting · debugging · refactoring · patch · update · upgrade · compile
reconfigure
Alter system arrangement
customize · modify · alter · adjust · redesign · transform · update · retrofit · optimize · debug
brainwash
Coercively alter beliefs
- radicalizeConvert to extreme ideology
- cultFervent fringe group
- coercionPressured compliance through threats
propaganda · ideology · inculcate · convert · recruit · reeducation · thought reform · conditioning · manipulation · influence
conditioning
Learned behavioral adaptation
- habituationDiminished reaction over time
- reinforcementAdding support or encouragement
- neuroplasticityBrain's self-rewiring ability
unlearning · relearning · desensitization · stimulus · response · operant · classical · extinction · association · therapy
retrain
Teach new job skills
readjust · recondition · rehabilitate · transition · reorient · realign · recalibrate · reshape · evolve · shift
reprogrammedoriginal
First or inventive
default · unmodified · stock · factory settings · unchanged
preprogrammed, reprogramming, preprogramming, reprogramme, reprogrammable