efficient memory allocation

[/ɪˈfɪʃənt ˈmeməri ˌæləˈkeɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: efficient memory allocations
alocação eficiente de memória
1. The process of assigning computer memory resources to programs or data structures in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes performance
Efficient memory allocation is crucial for developing fast and responsive applications.
A alocação eficiente de memória é crucial para desenvolver aplicações rápidas e responsivas.
2. A programming practice that optimizes how much RAM is used and when it is released
The developer implemented efficient memory allocation to reduce the application's footprint.
O desenvolvedor implementou alocação eficiente de memória para reduzir o tamanho da aplicação.
3. Strategies and techniques used to assign and deallocate memory resources optimally
Efficient memory allocation prevents memory leaks and improves system stability.
A alocação eficiente de memória previne vazamento de memória e melhora a estabilidade do sistema.
This is a technical term widely used in both Brazilian and American software development communities. In Brazil, as the tech industry has grown, such computing terminology has become increasingly standardized. The phrase is typically used in academic settings, professional development environments, and within software companies. Portuguese developers may occasionally use 'atribuição' instead of 'alocação', reflecting European Portuguese preferences.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
optimal memory managementsmart memory allocationeffective resource allocationmemory optimization
Antonyms / Antônimos
inefficient memory allocationmemory wastepoor memory managementmemory fragmentation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alocação eficiente de memória
Standard technical term used in Brazilian software development and computer science education
São Paulo
alocação eficiente de memória
Commonly used in tech hubs and software companies in the region
Portugal
alocação eficiente de memória / atribuição eficiente de memória
Both terms are used; 'atribuição' is sometimes preferred in European Portuguese
USA
efficient memory allocation
Standard terminology in American computer science and software engineering contexts

Related Words

memory managementgarbage collectionmemory leakheap allocationstack allocationpointer optimizationresource management

Related Idioms & Phrases

memory-efficient design
lean memory footprint
smart resource allocation
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