I personally define art as acts or creations (often crafts) that are created not to serve a specific utility, but more of an exploration, made because the artist found inherent value in that exploration. read more
Yes, computer programming is often considered an art form. Definition and examples. For example: Wiktionary defines art as "Skillful creative activity, usually with an aesthetic focus" and even gives "art of programming" as an example. read more
At the end of the documentary Exit through the Thrift Shop, the artists states that art isn't supposed to have any rules. On that premise it can be considered art. But in my opinion, programming is very repetitive work. read more