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helper method

[/ˈhɛlpər ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: helper methods
método auxiliar
1. A method in programming that performs a specific subtask to support the main logic of a program or class, often used to reduce code duplication and improve readability
The validateInput() is a helper method that checks if the user's data is correct before processing.
O método validateInput() é um método auxiliar que verifica se os dados do usuário estão corretos antes do processamento.
2. A private or internal method that provides functionality called by other methods, typically not exposed to external users
We created a helper method to format dates consistently across the application.
Criamos um método auxiliar para formatar datas de forma consistente em toda a aplicação.
Synonyms
utility methodauxiliary methodsupport methodprivate method
Antonyms
public methodmain methodprimary method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método auxiliar
Standard technical term used in software development contexts
São Paulo
método auxiliar
Commonly used in tech hubs and development communities
Portugal
método auxiliar
Standard translation used in Portuguese technical documentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

break down the problem into helper methods
delegate to a helper method
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