independent objects

[ɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt ˈɑb.dʒekts]
nounpl: independent objects
objetos independentes
1. Objects that exist, function, or operate without reliance on other objects or external support; in philosophy and logic, entities that do not depend on something else for their existence or properties
In the software architecture, independent objects can be tested and deployed separately without affecting other system components.
Na arquitetura de software, objetos independentes podem ser testados e implantados separadamente sem afetar outros componentes do sistema.
2. In object-oriented programming, objects that maintain their own state and do not have dependencies on other objects for their core functionality
These independent objects follow the single responsibility principle and reduce code coupling.
Esses objetos independentes seguem o princípio de responsabilidade única e reduzem o acoplamento de código.
3. In mathematics and physics, entities or bodies that operate or exist without constraints or influence from other entities
The independent objects in this experiment can be manipulated without affecting the control group.
Os objetos independentes neste experimento podem ser manipulados sem afetar o grupo de controle.
In Brazilian and American tech culture, the concept of 'independent objects' is fundamental to modern software architecture and represents a best practice in programming. The term reflects broader cultural values of autonomy and modularity in system design. In academic contexts, particularly in philosophy and mathematics, the concept emphasizes self-sufficiency and non-reliance, values that align with both educational and professional standards in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
autonomous objectsself-contained objectsstandalone objectsdecoupled objectsisolated objects
Antonyms / Antônimos
dependent objectscoupled objectsinterdependent objectsrelated objectsnested objects

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetos independentes
Standard term used in technical and academic contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
objetos independentes
Commonly used in tech industry and software development companies
Rio de Janeiro
objetos independentes
Used in academic and technical settings; sometimes informally called 'objetos soltos'
Portugal
objetos independentes
Same terminology used; occasionally 'objetos autónomos' in technical literature

Related Words

dependency injectionloose couplingobject-oriented programmingmodularityencapsulationabstractioninterface

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand on your own
fly solo
go it alone
break free from dependencies
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