active rule

[ˈæk.tɪv ruːl]
nounpl: active rules
regra ativa
1. In database systems and programming, a rule that is automatically triggered when specific conditions are met, typically used in event-driven architectures
The database implemented an active rule to automatically update inventory when a sale is recorded.
O banco de dados implementou uma regra ativa para atualizar automaticamente o inventário quando uma venda é registrada.
2. A computational rule that actively participates in decision-making or automation processes rather than being passively consulted
Active rules in the system monitor network traffic and respond to anomalies in real time.
As regras ativas no sistema monitoram o tráfego de rede e respondem a anomalias em tempo real.
3. In formal logic and knowledge systems, a rule that is continuously evaluated and can trigger actions automatically
The expert system uses active rules to diagnose medical conditions based on patient symptoms.
O sistema especialista usa regras ativas para diagnosticar condições médicas baseado nos sintomas do paciente.
This is a technical term primarily used in software development, database administration, and information technology fields. It is universally recognized in Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation and is not subject to significant regional variations. The term reflects modern computational practices in both American and Brazilian IT industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
trigger ruleevent-driven ruleautomated rulereactive ruleexecutable rule
Antonyms / Antônimos
passive rulestatic ruledormant rule

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regra ativa
Standard term used in technology and database contexts
Rio de Janeiro
regra ativa
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
regra ativa
Technical term commonly used in software development companies
Portugal
regra ativa
Same terminology used in European Portuguese technical contexts

Related Words

database triggerevent handlerrule enginecondition-action ruleinference rulebusiness ruleproduction rule

Related Idioms & Phrases

trigger an active rule
enforce active rules
activate a rule
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