Definition of Pseudo Code

Pseudo code describes the different parts of the program and the logic behind them describing the minute details. Though they do not follow any particular syntax as it is not meant for machine reading, but should be such that the reader can easily understand the conventions of the program.
These codes are commonly meant for text and scientific books where the programs are followed by a brief description. It is an independent form of coding, which can be commonly used and understood for any language programmer. It even helps the programmer in building the logic behind the program, as he can start by writing the pseudo code and then code it into the target programming language.