What do you mean by code documentation?
Code documentation is text that accompanies software code to explain what your code is doing, why it’s written the way it is, and/or how to use it. There are two main categories of documentation: documentation inside the code and supporting documentation about the code.
How do I document my software?
How to Write Software Documentation [in 7 Steps]
- Understand the Purpose and Audience of the Document.
- Jot Down Important Questions.
- Create an Outline for Your Document.
- Gather the Required Information.
- Start Writing the Draft.
- Leverage Visuals.
- Perform Final Editing.
What are methods for self-documenting code?
There are three widely accepted methodologies of writing a self-documenting code. These include organized naming, structural clarity, and syntax correlation. These methodologies enable programmers to categorize the entire process and ensure the code is self-documenting.
Why should you document your code?
For a programmer reliable documentation is always a must. Successful documentation will make information easily accessible, provide a limited number of user entry points, help new users learn quickly, simplify the product and help cut support costs.
Why do we want to document code?
In short: good documentation gives the developers the necessary control to maintain a system. The developers of that system are just trying to protect their job. If the code is well-documented and understandable, then the developers are easily replaceable.
What does self documenting code mean?
In computer programming, self-documenting (or self-describing) source code and user interfaces follow naming conventions and structured programming conventions that enable use of the system without prior specific knowledge.
What is the best way to document code?
The best way to document code is to write code that does not need documentation, and is easily understood by being read itself. This is not a silly answer – spend time trying to write your code this way and the primary person who will benefit is Future You when you read it again.
How to put code?
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How do you add a document?
Open the Word document where you want to place the second file. Place the insertion point where the document will go. Then select “Insert” and “Object” from the toolbar. The “Object” dialog box will open. Click the “Create from File” tab, then press “Browse.”. Double-click the Word document you want to add.