What is boilerplate and why do we use it? Necessity of coding style guide

In information technology, a boilerplate is a unit of writing that can be reused over and over without change. By extension, the idea is sometimes applied to reusable programming as in “boilerplate code.” The term derives from steel manufacturing, where boilerplate is steel rolled into large plates for use in steam boilers. The implication is […]

jquery what’s the difference between a boiler plate and a template?

Boilerplate code is computer language text that you can reuse with little or no alteration in several different contexts. The term originates from document management, where you reuse document templates or boilerplate with minimal changes for different situations. For example, lawyers use contract boilerplate that they can quickly customize for customers in different industries. Similarly, […]

Accrue: Definition, How It Works, and 2 Main Types of Accruals

With cash accounting, the revenue generated for the service will not be recognized until cash is received on May 30th. Deferred revenue is the term used when your business has received payment for a good or service you haven’t yet provided to them. For example, if your customer has paid for a magazine subscription from […]

What Are Accruals? How Accrual Accounting Works, With Examples

One reason accrual accounting is able to provide a more accurate overview of a business’ performance over a specific time period is that future revenues and expenses can be accounted for. The financial information recorded under accrual accounting enables the business to calculate key financial metrics such as gross profit margin, operating margin, and net […]