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(Computer Science) An uninterrupted, extended period of solid Java programming, usually covering most of the night.

Strictly, a javathon involves abstaining from food, drink, rest and often human contact.
Bill: Where'll you be later on?
Ben: I haven't started my programming assignment yet and it's due in tomorrow, so it's Javathon time in the lab for me, I'm afraid.
by SwingKing March 31, 2003
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(Computer Science) to spend copious quantities of time religiously reading and replying to posts on online bulletin boards (forums).
Nick forumated for most of the night.
by SwingKing March 31, 2003
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