Many programmers are called "code farmers" by outsiders. Some people like to use this term to mock themselves, while others don't like such a title. In the author's opinion, it's just a title; "loser" and "rookie" are also used as self-deprecating words, aren't they? Of course, there are also many wonderful replies to this question online.

How do programmers view the title "code farmer"?

Reply 1:At least we are still human; product managers and designers are already dogs...

Reply 2:If you double my salary, you can even call me "grandson".

Reply 3:What's the big deal? Some people would be only too happy if everyone called them "public servants".

Reply 4:I think the term "code farmer" is quite good.
China has been an agricultural country throughout its history. Farmers produce grain so everyone has food to eat; programmers write good code so everyone can go online, play games, chat, shop on Taobao... There is no distinction of high or low among laborers. The term "code farmer" captures the spirit of diligent cultivation. As a new profession, programmers have inherited the hardworking, plain, and down-to-earth spirit of farmers, and are gradually becoming the largest group of laborers in our country, playing an increasingly important role in reform and opening up and economic development.
Among a small number of young people nowadays, the unhealthy trend of loving ease and hating work is growing. They shrink back at the slightest sign of hardship and consider working in the fields to be a low-class job. When they hear a job is "code farming", they no longer want to do it. These people's ideal job is to be a "leader" or "boss" who does nothing. This phenomenon is very dangerous. We must start from the grassroots, strengthen guidance, and earnestly do a good job in the ideological education of students.

Reply 5:This is a self-deprecating saying. They earn twice as much as others, yet all day long they call themselves losers and code farmers in front of others. The subtext is: we're quietly making a fortune here, so don't come and take away our rice bowl. I'm just a loser, so don't always ask me to treat you to meals, and don't keep borrowing money from me. I have no money—how could a loser have money?