codingstandards
nounUK /ˈkəʊdɪŋ ˈstændədz/
US /ˈkoʊdɪŋ ˈstændərdz/
Coding standards are rules that help people write computer code the same, clean way.
Our team follows coding standards so everyone can read each other's programs easily.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Agreed rules for how code should be written in a project.
The project's coding standards require spaces instead of tabs.
3. A checklist used to check code quality.
The reviewer used the coding standards to spot messy parts.
4. Shared habits that keep programs tidy and safe.
Good coding standards help prevent bugs before they happen.