What is the history of the use of "foo" and "bar" in source code examples?
October 20, 2024
🔗 What is the history of the use of "foo" and "bar" in source code examples?
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The terms "foo" and "bar" in code examples originated from the WWII military acronym "FUBAR" (F**ked Up Beyond All Recognition). The popularity of "foo" and "bar" in code likely stems from their association with this military jargon.
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