Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

forker

noun

/ˈfɔrkər/

Definition

A forker is someone or something that takes a fork in the path, especially in computing or software development.

Examples

Many developers are forkers who create their own versions of popular open-source projects.
The forker decided to enhance the software’s functionalities.
As a forker, she contributed significantly to the project by implementing new features.

Meaning

In a more colloquial sense, a forker refers to a developer or contributor who creates a copy of a software project or repository, typically to alter or improve it without affecting the original.