Coding By Convention

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Definition

Following a set of unwritten but universally accepted rules, like an unspoken agreement that tabs are better than spaces (or is it the other way around?).

Etymology

From the practice of adhering to a set of standards or norms in software development.

Usage Example

We adhere to coding by convention here; it’s like the secret code of the coding knights,' explained the senior developer.