written code
[/ˈrɪtn koʊd/]
nounpl: written codes
código escrito
1. A system of rules, laws, or regulations that have been formally documented in written form
The written code of conduct outlines the expectations for all employees.
O código escrito de conduta descreve as expectativas para todos os funcionários.
2. Programming instructions or algorithms that are documented and recorded in source code format
The developer reviewed the written code before deploying it to production.
O desenvolvedor revisou o código escrito antes de implantá-lo em produção.
3. A formal legal system or set of laws compiled and published in written documentation
The Napoleonic Code is a famous example of a written code that influenced many legal systems.
O Código Napoleônico é um exemplo famoso de código escrito que influenciou muitos sistemas legais.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'written code' is a formal term used in legal, governmental, and technological settings. In Brazil, it emphasizes the importance of documented regulations (códigos escritos) as opposed to informal or unwritten customs. In the USA, the term is prevalent in software development (source code) and legal systems. The emphasis on written codes reflects a preference for documented, transparent governance and clear programming standards in both cultures.
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