under-commented function
[ˌʌndərˈkɒmentɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən]
nounpl: under-commented functions
função pouco comentada
1. A software function or method that lacks sufficient explanatory comments or documentation to make its purpose, parameters, return values, or logic clearly understandable to other programmers
The under-commented function made it difficult for new developers to understand what the algorithm was supposed to do.
A função pouco comentada dificultou o entendimento dos novos desenvolvedores sobre o que o algoritmo deveria fazer.
2. Code that contains minimal or no inline comments explaining complex logic, edge cases, or business rules
During code review, the team flagged the under-commented function as a maintenance liability.
Durante a revisão de código, o time sinalizou a função pouco comentada como um risco para manutenção.
This term is primarily used in software development and programming contexts across English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, code quality and documentation are increasingly emphasized in agile and DevOps practices, making this term relevant in discussions about code reviews and software maintenance. The term reflects a shared concern in the global programming community about code maintainability and knowledge transfer among developers.
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