Use clear, descriptive names that follow consistent patterns across the codebase. For methods and properties: 1. Use intention-revealing names that clearly indicate purpose 2. For boolean methods, use question-mark suffixes and appropriate prefixes 3. Maintain consistent naming patterns across similar properties 4. Use lowercase for variables unless they are true constants Examples: ```ruby # Poor naming def compare_users # unclear if returns boolean def detect_certificate_key # verb is ambiguous property :certpassword # inconsistent with other properties # Good naming def users_changed? # clear boolean return def certificate_key_exist? # clear boolean check property :cert_password # consistent with other properties # Property naming consistency property :user # preferred over user_name property :password # preferred over pass ``` This pattern improves code readability, maintains consistency, and reduces cognitive load when working across different parts of the codebase.