Jonny Random's definitions

automagically

Extremely annoying word computer nerds use to describe things software does by itself and with no exception would be far better replaced with the word 'automatically'.

The system will automagically create the next user id number for you.

by Jonny Random January 3, 2008

barnzey

Actually C is a better language than C++. It is the fastest compiler language and it is slick in design. C++ is a shoddy attempt to retrofit C with the OOPS capabilities of Smalltalk. A task which it fails to achieve.

Don't worry Barnzey. C++ is as good an idea as trying to convert a nice wooden shed into a greenhouse, without losing the wooden shed.

by Jonny Random October 5, 2006

anorak

Derogatory term, most frequently directed at people who obsessively pursue hobbies which consist almost entirely of gathering information about a favourite topic, generally a fairly benign and arcane device such as a specific type of computer. Origins possibly explained by the information-gatherer collectives' peculiar habit of wearing outdoor clothing or jackets at socially inappropriate or awkward times such as at the dinner table or in bed.

Simon, we have been watching TV for thirty minutes now, are you going to take your anorak off?

by Jonny Random June 1, 2007

automagically

Correction of my own entry below:

Pointless and pretentious word used to add no meaning at all to normal english sentences pertaining to the kind of automated proceedure computers were designed to do right from the very beginning of their invention. Almost every sentence in which this word appears can be improved upon by removing it.

"Sign in check-box automagically for 2 weeks", from bebo's sign in page.
"Palette Generator: Automagically create a harmonious color palette from a photograph", from Big Huge Labs page.

by Jonny Random February 13, 2008