poorly documented function

[ˈpʊrli ˈdɑːkjəˌmɛntɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən]
noun phrasepl: poorly documented functions
função mal documentada
1. A software function or method that lacks adequate documentation, making it difficult for developers to understand its purpose, parameters, return values, or usage.
The API contains several poorly documented functions that require reverse engineering to understand.
A API contém várias funções mal documentadas que exigem engenharia reversa para serem compreendidas.
2. Code that lacks comments, docstrings, or accompanying documentation explaining its behavior and implementation details.
Developers struggle with poorly documented functions when maintaining legacy code.
Os desenvolvedores enfrentam dificuldades com funções mal documentadas ao manter código legado.
This is technical jargon used universally in software development communities in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian tech hubs like São Paulo, developers often use this term in code reviews and technical discussions. The phrase reflects a common pain point in software maintenance and is often cited as a form of technical debt that impacts productivity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
undocumented functioninadequately documented functionsparsely documented functionpoorly commented function
Antonyms / Antônimos
well-documented functionthoroughly documented functionwell-commented function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função mal documentada
Standard technical term used in software development contexts across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
função mal documentada
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
função mal documentada
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese; tech hub uses international terminology
Portugal
função mal documentada
Identical usage in European Portuguese technical contexts

Related Words

documentationcode commentsdocstringAPI documentationtechnical debtlegacy code

Related Idioms & Phrases

a black box function
undocumented territory
flying blind with code
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