What are the best programming languages for writing docstrings?

What are the best programming languages for writing docstrings?

Some of the best programming languages for writing docstrings include Python, Java, and JavaScript. Python, in particular, has a strong convention for docstrings using triple quotes.

Why is Python considered good for docstrings?

Python's docstring conventions are built into the language, making it easy to document functions, classes, and modules. It also supports tools like Sphinx for generating documentation.

Can you give me an example of a good docstring in Python?

Sure! Here's an example:

def add(a, b):
    """
    Add two numbers.

    Parameters:
    a (int): The first number.
    b (int): The second number.

    Returns:
    int: The sum of a and b.
    """
    return a + b

What about Java? How do docstrings work there?

In Java, we use Javadoc comments, which start with /** and end with */. They allow you to document classes, methods, and fields, and can be processed to generate HTML documentation.