data structure

[/ˈdeɪtə ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: data structures
estrutura de dados
1. A specialized format for organizing, processing, and storing data in a computer in a way that enables efficient access and modification
Arrays, linked lists, and trees are common examples of data structures used in programming.
Arrays, listas ligadas e árvores são exemplos comuns de estruturas de dados usadas em programação.
2. A particular way of organizing information that allows for optimized operations such as insertion, deletion, and searching
Choosing the right data structure is crucial for writing efficient algorithms.
Escolher a estrutura de dados correta é crucial para escrever algoritmos eficientes.
3. A logical grouping of data elements with defined relationships and operations that can be performed on them
A hash table is a data structure that implements an associative array, a structure that maps keys to values.
Uma tabela hash é uma estrutura de dados que implementa um array associativo, uma estrutura que mapeia chaves para valores.
Data structures are fundamental concepts in computer science curricula worldwide. In Brazil, this term is widely used in computer engineering and IT courses, often taught through languages like C, Java, and Python. The term 'estrutura de dados' is universally understood in the Brazilian tech industry and academic settings. Understanding data structures is considered essential knowledge for software developers in both Brazilian and American tech sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
data organizationdata arrangementdata format

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estrutura de dados
Standard term used in computer science education and IT industry
São Paulo
estrutura de dados
Common usage in major tech hubs and universities
Rio de Janeiro
estrutura de dados
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
estrutura de dados
Identical terminology used in European Portuguese IT contexts

Related Words

algorithmarraylinked listtreegraphhash tablequeuestackdatabasememory allocation

Related Idioms & Phrases

choose the right data structure
optimize data structures
implement a data structure
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