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A person whose job is to design and program computer programs, apps, or websites.
Die Entwickler haben ein neues Sicherheitsupdate für die Software veröffentlicht.
The developers have released a new security update for the software.
The word 'Entwickler' (developer) is derived from the verb 'entwickeln' (to develop). The ending '-er' refers to the person who carries out this activity. 'Entwickeln' means to create something new or to unfold something step by step.
Ein guter Entwickler muss kreativ sein und Probleme lösen können.
A good developer has to be creative and able to solve problems.
'Der Entwickler' (the developer) belongs to a word family. The verb is 'entwickeln' (to develop), and the abstract noun is 'die Entwicklung' (development). If you know one word, you can often understand the others.
Die Entwicklung der neuen Software hat ein Jahr gedauert.
The development of the new software took a year.
You can tell which kind of developer is meant from context. Words like 'Software' or 'Code' point to the programmer, 'Grundstück' (plot of land/property) or 'bauen' (to build) to the real estate developer, and 'Dunkelkammer' (darkroom) to photographic chemistry.
Der Immobilien-Entwickler plant, auf dem Gelände neue Wohnungen zu bauen.
The real estate developer plans to build new apartments on the site.
A software developer 'schreibt Code' (writes code), 'programmiert eine Anwendung' (programs an application), 'behebt Fehler (Bugs)' (fixes errors/bugs), or 'veröffentlicht ein Update' (releases an update).
Die Entwickler haben die ganze Nacht gearbeitet, um den kritischen Fehler zu beheben.
The developers worked all night to fix the critical bug.
manufacturer
'der Hersteller' and 'der Entwickler' can both have to do with products. The important difference lies in the stage of the work. A 'Hersteller' (manufacturer) produces a product, often in larger quantities, and releases it as goods. An 'Entwickler' (developer) designs or programs something new and works on the idea, technology, or function. In some companies, the two can overlap, which is why the words are easy to confuse. When it is about production, 'Hersteller' fits better; when it is about planning, programming, or new technology, 'Entwickler' fits better.
Nach dem Test verbessert der Entwickler die neue App.
After the test, the developer improves the new app.
Der Hersteller ruft die defekten Fahrräder zurück.
The manufacturer is recalling the defective bicycles.