uncommented

Uncommented is a term used in computer programming to describe code that has not been commented. Comments are annotations within the source code that are ignored by the compiler or interpreter. They serve various purposes, such as explaining the logic of a piece of code, clarifying complex algorithms, or providing notes for future developers. Code that is uncommented lacks these explanations.

The absence of comments can make code harder to understand and maintain. Developers reading uncommented code may struggle to grasp its intended functionality, leading to increased debugging time and potential errors. This can be particularly problematic in large or long-lived projects where the original author may no longer be available to provide context.

While it is generally considered good practice to comment code, there can be instances where code is intentionally left uncommented. This might occur in very simple, self-explanatory snippets of code, or in highly optimized performance-critical sections where even the minimal overhead of comments could be a concern, though this is rare. However, for the vast majority of programming scenarios, uncommented code represents a potential obstacle to readability and collaboration. Many software development guidelines and style guides emphasize the importance of clear and comprehensive commenting.