understandableprograms

noun

UK /ˌʌndəˈstændəbəl ˈprəʊɡræmz/

US /ˌʌndərˈstændəbəl ˈproʊɡræmz/

Programs that are easy for people to read and understand.

The teacher showed us understandable programs so we could learn how computers work.

SYNONYMS

clear programs readable programs simple programs easy-to-follow programs

RELATED WORDS

code software instructions algorithm computer

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Computer code written in a way that is easy to follow and learn from.

Beginners prefer understandable programs because they can see what each line does.

3. Sets of steps or plans that are simple enough for anyone to grasp.

The school made understandable programs for the science fair so every student could join.

4. Software designed with clear names and comments so others can use it easily.

Good developers write understandable programs that their teammates can update later.