inline comments
[ɪnˈlaɪn ˈkɒmɛnts]
nounpl: inline comments
comentários inline
1. Comments placed within the same line of code, typically after a statement or expression, used to explain or clarify that specific line's purpose
The developer added inline comments to explain the complex algorithm: x = y + 5; // add 5 to y
O desenvolvedor adicionou comentários inline para explicar o algoritmo complexo: x = y + 5; // adicionar 5 a y
2. Brief explanatory notes inserted directly into source code on the same line as the code being explained, rather than on separate lines
Inline comments are useful for quick clarifications but should not replace clear variable names.
Comentários inline são úteis para esclarecimentos rápidos, mas não devem substituir nomes de variáveis claros.
Inline comments are a standard practice in software development across Brazil and globally. In Brazilian tech communities, developers often mix English terminology ('inline comments') with Portuguese ('comentários inline'). The use of inline comments is emphasized in coding best practices and code review processes throughout both Brazilian and international tech industries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
add inline comments for clarity
keep inline comments brief
use inline comments sparingly
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