Code Documentation
Noun · Development
Definitions
Written material that explains code behavior, APIs, assumptions, or usage, whether embedded in the source or maintained separately. Good code documentation helps other engineers understand not just what the code does but how to use it safely and why key design choices were made.
In plain English: Written explanations that help people understand and use code.
Example: "The onboarding improved once the library had real code documentation with lifecycle notes and examples instead of only generated symbol listings."