fake implementation
[/feɪk ɪmpləmɛnˈteɪʃən/]
nounpl: fake implementations
implementação falsa
1. A software implementation that appears to fulfill requirements but is incomplete, non-functional, or intentionally simplified for testing purposes
The development team created a fake implementation to demonstrate the API to stakeholders.
O time de desenvolvimento criou uma implementação falsa para demonstrar a API aos stakeholders.
2. A mock or stub object used in unit testing to replace real objects for testing purposes
We used a fake implementation of the database service in our tests.
Usamos uma implementação falsa do serviço de banco de dados em nossos testes.
3. A deceptive or fraudulent software solution that claims functionality it does not possess
The scam software was just a fake implementation with no real antivirus capabilities.
O software fraudulento era apenas uma implementação falsa sem capacidades reais de antivírus.
The term is predominantly used in software development and technology sectors across both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's tech hub, developers often use the English term 'fake implementation' directly, reflecting the influence of international software development practices. The concept is fundamental to agile development, TDD (Test-Driven Development), and testing methodologies taught in universities and bootcamps.
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