principle-driven coding
noun phraseUK /ˈprɪnsəpəl ˈdrɪvən ˈkəʊdɪŋ/
US /ˈprɪnsəpəl ˈdrɪvən ˈkoʊdɪŋ/
Writing computer code by following clear rules that help keep it good and safe.
Our team uses principle-driven coding so every new feature stays easy to read and test.
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2. A style of coding where decisions are guided by core beliefs like simplicity or honesty.
Principle-driven coding made her refuse to add a feature that would confuse users.
3. Writing programs that follow a fixed set of rules instead of guessing each time.
With principle-driven coding, the team always knew how to name variables and structure files.
4. Building software so that its rules are easy to explain and check.
Principle-driven coding helped the class understand why each function was written that way.