COFF (Common Object File Format)

COFF (Common Object File Format) is a file standard used by software developers to organize code and data before creating a complete program. It structures information like code instructions, data, and metadata in a way that tools and the operating system can easily interpret. Think of it as a detailed blueprint or container that holds all necessary parts of a program in a standardized format, facilitating tasks like linking multiple code modules and debugging before the final software is assembled and run.