Semantics Glossary

Browse 2 semantics terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

2 Semantics Terms

Parameter Passing: The mechanism by which arguments are transferred from a caller to a function. Common strategies include pass-by-value (the function receives a copy),...
What's in a Name: A phrase used when debating whether naming details matter to understanding, trust, or adoption. In engineering slang, it often introduces the point that names...