Camel Case

Camel case is a naming convention in programming where compound words or phrases are written without spaces, and each word after the first begins with a capital letter. It is widely used for naming variables, functions, and classes in many programming languages to improve readability and maintain consistency in code. The term 'camel case' derives from the hump-like appearance of the capital letters, resembling a camel's back.

Also known as: camelCase, camel-case, camelCaseNaming, camelCase notation, lower camel case

Why learn Camel Case?

Developers should use camel case to enhance code readability and adhere to language-specific style guides, such as in Java, JavaScript, and C#, where it is the standard for naming identifiers. It is particularly useful in object-oriented programming for naming classes (e.g., 'UserAccount') and methods (e.g., 'calculateTotal'), helping to distinguish between different types of elements and reducing naming conflicts. Following this convention ensures code is easier to understand and maintain, especially in collaborative projects.

Learning Resources

• docs: Camel Case - Wikipedia
• tutorial: Naming Conventions in Programming - freeCodeCamp
• tutorial: Camel Case vs. Snake Case vs. Pascal Case - GeeksforGeeks
• docs: Code Style and Naming Conventions - Google Java Style Guide
• docs: JavaScript Naming Conventions - MDN Web Docs