What is the recommended naming convention for functions in Guidewire?

The recommended naming convention for functions in Guidewire is lowerCamelCase. This style begins with a lowercase letter and capitalizes the first letter of each subsequent concatenated word, facilitating readability while also adhering to common conventions in programming languages used with Guidewire, particularly in Java.

Using lowerCamelCase helps maintain consistency across the codebase, making it easier for developers to read and understand code written by others. Additionally, following this convention aligns with the practices in other frameworks and libraries that integrate with Guidewire, reinforcing a standardized approach in multi-developer environments.

Other naming conventions, such as UpperCamelCase, PascalCase, and snake_case, are typically used in different contexts or programming standards. For example, UpperCamelCase is often used for class names, while snake_case is more prevalent in databases or Python conventions. However, for function naming specifically within the Guidewire ecosystem, lowerCamelCase is the accepted and recommended practice.