mainprogrammingrules

noun

UK /meɪn ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ ruːlz/

US /meɪn ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ ruːlz/

The big list of rules that tell a computer program how to work.

Before we start coding, let's read the main programming rules together.

SYNONYMS

core coding rules basic program guidelines key programming principles main coding standards

RELATED WORDS

code program computer instructions algorithm

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most important guidelines a team follows when writing software.

Our team posted the main programming rules on the wall.

3. The essential instructions a machine needs to run a task.

The robot followed its main programming rules to sort the blocks.

4. The central set of do's and don'ts for a coding class.

The teacher explained the main programming rules before the lesson.