C++ - Comments

Overview

Estimated time: 10–15 minutes

Add explanations to code with single-line (//) and multi-line (/* */) comments.

Learning Objectives

• Use // and /* */ for comments.
• Comment intent, not obvious facts.

Prerequisites

• C++ - Output & Printing

Examples

// Single-line comment
/* Multi-line
   comment */

Common Pitfalls

• Nesting /* */ comments is not allowed.

Checks for Understanding

1. Which comment style supports spanning multiple lines?