Glossary

Code Generation

Also called: AI Code Generation

The automated creation of source code from natural language, specifications, prompts, or structured inputs using AI or software tools.

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Related terms

AI Coding Assistant

An AI-powered development tool that helps write, explain, review, refactor, and debug code by understanding natural language and programming context.

Code Review

The practice of examining source code to identify defects, improve quality, ensure maintainability, and verify compliance with coding standards.

Pair Programming

A collaborative development practice where two participants work together on the same code, with one writing code while the other reviews and guides.

Scaffolding

A technique for providing automated boilerplate structure, templates, or setup code to kickstart application development.

Code Generator

A tool that automatically produces source code, project files, or boilerplate from templates, specifications, or structured inputs.

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