Data as code

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A philosophy that all data are code in that its mere existence performs a function that alters reality to some measurable extent.

The concept is primarily relevant to computers and software but is extendable to physics and behavioral psychology.

[edit] Fundamental Concepts

Existence is divided into Mass and Information, or atoms and bits.

[edit] Related Entries

• Information Technology
• Metadata
• Cyberpunk

[edit] External links

• Propylon - CTO Articles - Code is data, and data is code
• Bill de hÓra: Execute this: managing configuration in programming languages
• The DNA of Information
• Atoms and bits
• Customhouse - Bits and Atoms