code block
A "code block" is a fundamental concept in programming used to group statements together for better organization and control flow.
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Definition
B2Programming
(technical)A section of code that groups multiple statements, often enclosed by braces or other delimiters, and executed as a single unit.
Example
- In C++, a code block is enclosed within curly braces `{}`.
- Indentation defines a code block in Python.
B2Markdown
(technical)A formatted section of text representing source code, often indented or enclosed by triple backticks or tildes.
Example
- To create a code block in Markdown, use triple backticks ``` before and after the code.
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