import function

[ˈɪm.pɔːrt ˈfʌŋk.ʃən]
nounpl: import functions
função de importação
1. A programming feature that allows code to load and use external modules, libraries, or files within a program
The import function enables developers to reuse code from other modules.
A função de importação permite que desenvolvedores reutilizem código de outros módulos.
2. In software development, a mechanism to include dependencies or external resources in a project
Using the import function, we can include the NumPy library in our Python script.
Usando a função de importação, podemos incluir a biblioteca NumPy em nosso script Python.
3. A built-in command or statement that retrieves and incorporates external code into the current namespace
The JavaScript import function is essential for modern module management.
A função de importação do JavaScript é essencial para o gerenciamento moderno de módulos.
In Brazilian tech culture, the term 'função de importação' is used formally in educational contexts, but developers often use the English word 'import' directly when coding or discussing code. This reflects the international nature of programming languages and documentation, which are predominantly in English. The concept is universal across all programming communities worldwide.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
import statementimport directivemodule loadingrequire function
Antonyms / Antônimos
export functionexport statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função de importação
Standard term used in programming education and development
Portugal
função de importação
Same terminology used; technical English terms often retained in Portuguese tech communities
International Tech Community
import / importar
Often the English term 'import' is used directly in code and technical discussions

Related Words

modulelibrarydependencynamespacepackagerequireexport

Related Idioms & Phrases

import from
import as
dynamic import
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