immutable interfaces
[ɪˈmjuːtəbəl ˈɪntərfeɪsɪz]
nounpl: immutable interfaces
interfaces imutáveis
1. In software engineering, interface contracts that cannot be modified or changed after being established, ensuring backward compatibility and stability in code
The API uses immutable interfaces to guarantee that existing client applications will continue to function without modifications.
A API utiliza interfaces imutáveis para garantir que aplicações clientes existentes continuarão funcionando sem modificações.
2. A design pattern where interface definitions remain constant, preventing breaking changes in dependent code
Immutable interfaces are essential in large-scale software projects where multiple teams depend on the same API contract.
Interfaces imutáveis são essenciais em projetos de software em larga escala onde múltiplos times dependem do mesmo contrato da API.
This is a technical term primarily used in software development communities in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the growing importance of API stability and backward compatibility in modern software architecture, particularly in enterprise environments and open-source projects where multiple stakeholders depend on consistent interfaces.
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