programming style

noun

The conventions and patterns used in writing source code, resulting in a consistent and readable codebase.

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nounprogramming style (countable and uncountable, plural programming styles)

plural programming styles

  1. countableuncountablecomputingThe conventions and patterns used in writing source code, resulting in a consistent and readable codebase.

    Synonyms: code style

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nounThe conventions and patterns used in writing source code, resulting in a consistent and readable codebase.

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