blokkkommentaare

Blokkkommentaare, often translated as block comments or multi-line comments, are a fundamental concept in computer programming used to annotate code. Unlike single-line comments that typically span a single line, block comments can extend across multiple lines of text. They are enclosed by specific delimiters that signal the start and end of the comment block. The exact syntax for these delimiters varies significantly depending on the programming language. For instance, in C, C++, Java, and JavaScript, block comments are commonly enclosed by /* at the beginning and */ at the end. In Python, while block comments are not a distinct feature in the same way, a multi-line string literal, often enclosed by triple quotes (''' or """), is frequently used for a similar purpose, although it technically remains an executable string.

The primary purpose of block comments is to provide detailed explanations of complex code sections, algorithms, or the functionality of a function or module. They are useful for documenting code for other developers or for one's future self. Block comments can also be used temporarily to disable a block of code during debugging without actually deleting it. This allows programmers to quickly test specific parts of their program by commenting out sections that might be causing issues. The compiler or interpreter ignores everything between the block comment delimiters, treating it as inert text.