die Kodierung
Translation
encoding, coding
Examples
Die Kodierung der Daten ist wichtig.
The encoding of the data is important.
Er lernt die Grundlagen der Kodierung.
He is learning the basics of coding.
Grammar Patterns
the encoding of sth. Die Kodierung der Daten dauert lange.
Similar Words
Verschlüsselung (encryption), Chiffrierung (ciphering)
Etymology
From the verb 'kodieren' (to encode) and the noun-forming suffix '-ung'. 'Kodieren' itself comes from 'Kode' (code).
Memory Tips
Think of computer 'code'. The suffix '-ung' often corresponds to the English '-ing' for forming nouns from verbs, like 'coding'.