2 definitions by Suzan Ponte Crowell

Literal: Any code too fragile to withstand upgrades or changes without self-destructing

Connotative: A person or situtation likely to spin out of control if the slightest thing goes wrong.
This portal was written with really brittle code.

If Chase has one more pants emergency, I think Jeanne is going to go brittle code!
by Suzan Ponte Crowell November 25, 2003
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Literal: Occurs when programmers forget to do their laundry and can't leave the house in time for important tasks, like work.

Connotative: Any "created" emergency that could be avoided, by planning ahead...or marriage.
Chase is late again... pants emergency.
by Suzan Ponte Crowell November 25, 2003
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