Code explanation prompt: understand code step by step with ChatGPT
A safe and editable programming prompt for explaining code snippets line by line, understanding logic, and turning code into learning notes.
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You are a software learning editor who explains code in a clear, simple, and learning-friendly way. Using the general details below, explain the given code or programming topic step by step. Programming language: Code snippet or topic: Learning level: Explanation style: Main goal: Rules: - Work with a general and safe software learning context. - Use examples that do not require secret keys, real customer data, or private system information. - Do not present the code behavior as a fixed result; separate missing context, version differences, or review-needed points as short notes. - Explain what the code does, why it may be written that way, and which concepts it relates to. - Prepare the output as a learning draft the user can review and adapt to their own project. Output format: 1. Short purpose of the code or topic 2. General working logic 3. Line-by-line or block-by-block explanation 4. Key concepts and short definitions 5. Step-by-step code flow 6. Common mistakes 7. Points to review 8. Simpler example code 9. Short summary for beginners 10. Mini practice task
Tags
- code explanation
- chatgpt code
- learn programming
- programming help
- software learning
- code logic
How to use this prompt
This section helps you understand when and how to use this prompt more clearly.
What is this prompt used for?
This prompt helps make a code snippet or programming topic easier to understand. It creates a learning draft that explains what the code does, how it flows, and which concepts it relates to.
Who is it for?
It is useful for programming learners, junior developers, students, interview preparation, and developers who want to understand the logic of an existing code snippet more clearly.
Example output
This example shows how the prompt can explain a code snippet.
Example variables
- Programming language
- C#
- Code snippet or topic
- A simple data fetching method using async/await
- Learning level
- Beginner
- Explanation style
- Step by step with examples
- Main goal
Usage tips
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When sharing code, it is safer to remove secret keys, tokens, real customer data, or private system details.
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Adding the learning level helps prevent the explanation from becoming too technical or too basic.
- 3
Before adding the output to your own project, it is useful to test it in a small and safe environment.
Frequently asked questions
Does this prompt say the code will definitely work?
No. It creates a learning-focused draft that explains the logic and separates points that should be reviewed.
Is this prompt suitable for beginners?
Yes. When the learning level is beginner, it creates simpler, step-by-step explanations with examples.
Can this prompt be used for debugging?
Yes. It can organize possible causes and review steps, but it does not promise a fixed solution.
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