"isFlag" refers to the name given to a boolean attribute in this context. The naming convention typically used for boolean attributes suggests starting the name with "is" or "has", followed by a descriptive word or phrase.
Imagine having a flag named "isSunny." The value of the flag would be true if it is sunny outside and false if it is not.
Naming Convention: A naming convention is a set of rules that dictate how variables, methods, and other elements in code should be named. It helps make code more readable and maintainable.
Camel Case: Camel case is a naming convention where each word (except the first one) starts with an uppercase letter.
Pascal Case: Pascal case is a naming convention where each word starts with an uppercase letter.
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