Undocumentation

Undocumentation refers to situations where developers or organizations intentionally avoid creating or maintaining comprehensive official documentation for software, systems, or processes. This can lead to challenges in understanding, troubleshooting, or updating the system, as critical information isn't formally recorded. Sometimes, undocumentation arises from oversight, time constraints, or strategic choices to keep certain details proprietary or hidden. While it might streamline initial development, it often results in increased difficulty for future maintenance, knowledge transfer, or collaboration. Essentially, undocumentation is a lack of official records that clarify how something works or should be used.