generic code

[dʒəˈnerɪk koʊd]
nounpl: generic codes
código genérico
1. Computer programming code written in a way that works with multiple data types or can be applied to various situations without modification
The developer wrote generic code that could handle any data structure.
O desenvolvedor escreveu código genérico que poderia lidar com qualquer estrutura de dados.
2. Software code that is not specific to a particular application, system, or use case
Generic code is often reusable across different projects.
Código genérico é frequentemente reutilizável em diferentes projetos.
3. Standard code templates or boilerplate that serves as a foundation for specific implementations
We started with generic code and then customized it for our needs.
Começamos com código genérico e depois o personalizamos para nossas necessidades.
The term 'generic code' is widely used in both Brazilian and American software development communities. In Brazil, it's commonly associated with professional coding standards and is emphasized in computer science education. The concept reflects the global software engineering principle of writing maintainable, reusable code across different platforms and applications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
boilerplate codereusable codetemplate codestandard code
Antonyms / Antônimos
specialized codespecific codecustom codeproprietary code

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
código genérico
Standard term used in software development contexts
Portugal
código genérico
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
São Paulo Tech Hub
código genérico / código reutilizável
Both terms commonly used in tech industry

Related Words

genericspolymorphismtemplate programmingcode reusabilityabstraction

Related Idioms & Phrases

write generic code
generic code library
generic code pattern
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