El código fuente



Example: El código fuente del programa debe estar bien documentado.

Definition


"El código fuente" refers to the human-readable set of instructions and statements written in a programming language that defines how a software program operates. It is essential for developers to create, understand, and modify software applications effectively.

Etymology


The term "el código fuente" comes from Spanish, where "código" means code or system of symbols, and "fuente" means source or origin. Together, they describe the original source code from which software is derived. Did you know? The word "código" traces back to Latin "codex," meaning a book or manuscript.

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"El código fuente" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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