[TRV] What is the origin of the term "bug" in the context of computer programming?

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Ategon@programming.dev · 2 pts · 3y

::: spoiler Click to show answer The answer was that It originated from a literal insect found inside a computer! The term bug was used a bit before that in other fields but thats what really started it for computer programming. 29/30 people got it right (97%) :::