👉 "goto" is a programming construct used to transfer control from the current point in a program to a specific location, known as a label, within the code. This label can be an identifier like a function name, variable name, or a line number, and it serves as a reference point for the compiler or interpreter to jump to. Unlike modern programming languages that favor structured control flow constructs such as loops, conditionals, and functions, goto was a more direct method of program control. It allowed programmers to bypass certain blocks of code entirely, making it possible to implement complex logic but also leading to less readable and maintainable code. Due to its potential for creating "spaghetti code," the use of goto has largely been discouraged in favor of more structured and modular programming paradigms. However, it still finds niche applications in certain embedded systems and low-level programming where explicit control flow is essential.
