Syntax
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001190
The set of rules that govern the structure, order, and arrangement of symbols, words, and expressions in a programming language or command. It dictates how code must be written to be understood and executed by a compiler or interpreter. Errors in syntax prevent a program from running correctly.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-001190 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Technical |
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