data ordering

[/ˈdeɪtə ˈɔrdərɪŋ/]
noun
ordenação de dados
1. The process or act of arranging data elements in a specific sequence or according to predetermined criteria, such as numerical, alphabetical, or chronological order
Data ordering is essential for efficient database searches and retrieving information quickly.
A ordenação de dados é essencial para buscas eficientes em bancos de dados e recuperação rápida de informações.
2. In computing, the arrangement of records in a database or dataset according to one or more fields or attributes
The system performed data ordering by date to display the most recent transactions first.
O sistema realizou a ordenação de dados por data para exibir as transações mais recentes primeiro.
3. The systematic arrangement of information to facilitate analysis, comparison, or presentation
Proper data ordering improves the readability and usability of spreadsheets.
A ordenação adequada de dados melhora a legibilidade e usabilidade de planilhas.
This is a technical term widely used in information technology, data science, and business contexts across both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's tech hubs, the term is frequently encountered in corporate and software development environments. The concept is universal in computing regardless of region, making it a standardized term across Portuguese-speaking communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
data sortingsortingarrangementsequencingcollation
Antonyms / Antônimos
data randomizationdisorderdisorganization

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
ordenação de dados
Standard term used in technical and academic contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ordenação de dados
Commonly used in IT industry and business contexts
Portugal
ordenação de dados
Same term used, sometimes with preference for 'classificação de dados' in certain contexts

Related Words

sorting algorithmdatabase indexingdata structureascending orderdescending orderdata management

Related Idioms & Phrases

in order
get your data in order
sort things out
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