inter-module testing

[ˈɪntər ˈmɒdjuːl ˈtɛstɪŋ]
noun
teste inter-módulos
1. A software testing method that validates the interactions and interfaces between different modules or components of a system
Inter-module testing ensures that the payment module correctly communicates with the inventory module.
O teste inter-módulos garante que o módulo de pagamento se comunique corretamente com o módulo de inventário.
2. Integration testing focused specifically on verifying that separately developed modules work together as expected
The team performed inter-module testing to confirm that all API endpoints between the frontend and backend modules were functioning properly.
A equipe realizou teste inter-módulos para confirmar que todos os endpoints da API entre os módulos de frontend e backend estavam funcionando corretamente.
Inter-module testing is a critical practice in both Brazilian and North American software development environments. In Brazil's growing tech sector, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro's tech hubs, this terminology is increasingly standardized. The term reflects the shift toward modular and microservices architecture in contemporary software engineering practices across Portuguese and English-speaking development communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
integration testingmodule interaction testinginterface testingcross-module testing
Antonyms / Antônimos
unit testingisolated testingmodule testing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
teste inter-módulos
Most common term used in Brazilian software development contexts
São Paulo
teste de integração entre módulos
More formal, descriptive variant used in corporate environments
Portugal
teste inter-módulos
Same terminology as Brazilian Portuguese, widely understood in Portuguese tech industry
General Technical
teste de integração de módulos
Alternative formal phrasing emphasizing the integration aspect

Related Words

integration testingunit testingsystem testingAPI testinginterface validationcomponent testing

Related Idioms & Phrases

testing the waters between modules
ensuring modules play well together
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