as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
the developer of software that is used the world over
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Recent Examples of developer
The developer was a teenager who still owns about half of the game, according to Game File.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
Nadella spoke during a conversation with Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg at the social network’s AI developer conference.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
The national average credit score dropped to 715 from 717 a year earlier, according to FICO, developer of one of the scores most widely used by lenders.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Microsoft brings considerable influence through its developer platforms and AI partnerships, but widespread implementation requires demonstration of tangible business value.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
Nadella spoke during a conversation with Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg at the social network’s AI developer conference.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
The national average credit score dropped to 715 from 717 a year earlier, according to FICO, developer of one of the scores most widely used by lenders.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Microsoft brings considerable influence through its developer platforms and AI partnerships, but widespread implementation requires demonstration of tangible business value.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for developer
Noun
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For instance, a stadium renovation could draw upon Elevate’s network of architects and designers, the spokesperson said.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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If the set designer and choreographer have less to do in Act 2, that’s not so much the case with Amzi and Ransom, the cinematographers.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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Past and present residents include Oracle founder Larry Ellison, boxing promotor Don King, self-help guru Tony Robbins, and TV presenter Sean Hannity.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
1 June 2025
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The project, overseen by Renault, also included involvement from Game Plan founder and CEO Vin McCaffrey, a Deloitte consultant.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
1 June 2025
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Banff delegates will closely examine the success of creators in South Korea, which will be the event’s inaugural Country of Honor.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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The Voice of the Culture Award is presented to ASCAP members who have had a major influence on music and culture, recognizing their success as creators and changemakers.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
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“Developer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developer. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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