Comments

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Comments

Comments are statements or remarks that express an opinion, reaction, or response to a particular subject or event. They are commonly used in various forms of communication, including written communication, spoken communication, and digital communication. Comments can be found in a wide range of contexts, such as literature, media, software development, and social media.

Types of Comments[edit | edit source]

Written Comments[edit | edit source]

Written comments are often found in books, articles, and reports. They can be in the form of marginalia, footnotes, or endnotes. Written comments provide additional information, clarification, or personal opinions related to the main text.

Spoken Comments[edit | edit source]

Spoken comments are verbal remarks made during conversations, lectures, or presentations. They can be spontaneous or prepared in advance. Spoken comments are used to express thoughts, ask questions, or provide feedback.

Digital Comments[edit | edit source]

Digital comments are prevalent in the age of the internet and social media. They appear on blogs, forums, social networking sites, and video sharing platforms. Digital comments allow users to interact with content and each other, fostering discussions and community engagement.

Comments in Software Development[edit | edit source]

In software development, comments are annotations in the source code that explain the code's functionality, logic, or purpose. They are crucial for code readability and maintenance. Comments in code are typically ignored by the compiler or interpreter and are meant for human readers.

Types of Code Comments[edit | edit source]

  • Single-line comments: These comments occupy a single line and are usually preceded by symbols like `//` in C++ or `#` in Python.
  • Multi-line comments: These comments span multiple lines and are enclosed by symbols like `/* */` in Java or ` ` in Python.

Importance of Comments[edit | edit source]

Comments play a vital role in various fields by:

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD