boilerplate code
[ˈbɔɪ.lər.pleɪt koʊd]
nounpl: boilerplate code (uncountable) or boilerplate codes
código padrão
1. Sections of code that are repeated in multiple places with little to no variation; standardized code snippets that developers use in many programs without modification
The function uses boilerplate code to initialize the database connection.
A função usa código padrão para inicializar a conexão com o banco de dados.
2. Necessary but generic code required for a program to function, often considered tedious or redundant
Modern frameworks aim to reduce boilerplate code so developers can focus on business logic.
Frameworks modernos visam reduzir o código padrão para que os desenvolvedores se concentrem na lógica de negócios.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American tech communities. In Brazil, developers often use 'código padrão' or sometimes keep the English term 'boilerplate' directly, especially in tech startups in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The concept reflects a shared frustration among programmers globally about writing repetitive code, and various frameworks (React, Spring Boot, etc.) are specifically designed to minimize boilerplate requirements.
Related Idioms & Phrases
cutting down on boilerplate
reducing boilerplate overhead
eliminate boilerplate code
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