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What does "float" mean in programming?
float is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A 32-bit floating-point type for storing decimal numbers. Floats use less memory than doubles but have lower precision. In JavaScript the 'number' type uses 64-bit floats internally.
Example
"float temperature = 36.6f; // 32-bit floating-point value"
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