Entity: PUMPKING
PUMPKING is a term that can refer to a pumpkin holder or a person involved in a web-based project with temporary exclusive authority. It may also be used in the context of a Perl user working on shared source code.
PUMPKING
Etymology
The term 'PUMPKING' is a blend of 'pumpkin' and 'king'. It may have originated from the use of a stuffed pumpkin toy passed between employees to signify exclusive authority.
Definition
PUMPKING can refer to a pumpkin holder, a person with temporary exclusive authority in a web-based project, or a Perl user working on shared source code.
Historical Context
The term has evolved in the context of web-based projects, where individuals may have temporary but exclusive authority to make changes to the master source code.
Cultural Significance
In certain programming circles, being referred to as a PUMPKING may signify a position of authority or responsibility within a shared source code project.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include project manager, team lead, and code reviewer.
See Also
A term that can denote a pumpkin holder, a person with temporary exclusive authority in a web-based project, or a Perl user working on shared source code.