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title: Consistent terminology usage
domain: app-frameworks
topic: Naming Conventions
language: Other
source: spring-projects/spring-boot
updated: 2024-09-25
url: https://awesomereviewers.com/reviewers/spring-boot-consistent-terminology-usage/
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When referring to technical concepts in documentation and code comments, use proper full names and consistent terminology:

1. Use full official names instead of abbreviations or shortened forms (e.g., "Kubernetes" instead of "K8s")
2. When describing actions related to annotations, use the verb form without the @ symbol (e.g., use "autowire" as a verb rather than "@Autowire")
3. Follow terminology conventions established in the framework or library documentation

Example:
```
// Incorrect:
// You can @Autowire JdbcTemplate directly into your beans when working with K8s

// Correct:
// You can autowire JdbcTemplate directly into your beans when working with Kubernetes
```

Maintaining consistent terminology improves documentation readability and prevents confusion, especially for developers who are new to the project or technology.
