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Manner of writing source code

Programming style, also known as coding style, refers to conventions and patterns used in writing source code, resulting in a consistent and readable codebase. These conventions often encompass aspects such as indentation, naming conventions, capitalization, and comments. Consistent programming style is generally considered beneficial for code readability and maintainability, particularly in collaborative environments. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: Programming styleA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Learning Style Integrated Deep Reinforcement Learning Framework for Programming Problem Recommendation in Online Judge SystemInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Autobiography of a YogiThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Can programming be liberated from the von Neumann style?Cited 1,931 times
  5. Go sideways: Indentation styleA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Off-side ruleA closely related topic

📖 Definitions

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

🗂️ The subject at a glance

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🏆 Landmark papers (most cited)

🆕 Influential since 2022

📚 Books worth reading

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