event triggering

[ɪˈvɛnt ˈtrɪɡərɪŋ]
nounpl: event triggerings
disparo de evento
1. The action or process of initiating or activating an event, typically in response to a specific condition or stimulus
The event triggering mechanism in the software ensures that notifications are sent at the right time.
O mecanismo de disparo de evento no software garante que as notificações sejam enviadas no momento certo.
2. In computing and programming, the activation of code execution or system response based on a predefined condition or user action
Event triggering in JavaScript allows developers to respond to user interactions like clicks and key presses.
O disparo de evento em JavaScript permite que os desenvolvedores respondam a interações do usuário, como cliques e pressionamento de teclas.
3. The initiation of an automated process or workflow based on the occurrence of a specific event
The event triggering system automatically processes orders when payment is confirmed.
O sistema de disparo de evento processa automaticamente pedidos quando o pagamento é confirmado.
This is primarily technical terminology used in software development, automation, and IT industries across both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, 'disparo de evento' is the standard term in tech documentation and development communities. The concept is fundamental to modern programming paradigms like event-driven architecture, which is widely adopted in both countries' tech sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
event activationevent initiationevent firingcondition triggeringstimulus activation
Antonyms / Antônimos
event suppressionevent blockingevent prevention

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disparo de evento
Standard technical term used in software development and IT contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
acionamento de evento
Alternative term more common in larger tech companies and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
disparo de evento
Follows general Brazilian usage with standard technical terminology
Portugal
acionamento de evento / disparo de evento
Both terms are used; 'acionamento' is slightly more common in Portuguese European technical documentation

Related Words

event listenerevent handlercallback functionconditional logicautomationworkflowtrigger conditionresponse mechanism

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull the trigger on an event
set off an event
spark an event
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