low coupling

[/loʊ ˈkʌplɪŋ/]
noun
baixo acoplamento
1. A software design principle where modules or components have minimal dependencies on each other, making the system more flexible, maintainable, and testable
The architecture follows low coupling principles to ensure that changes in one module don't affect others.
A arquitetura segue princípios de baixo acoplamento para garantir que mudanças em um módulo não afetem outros.
2. In physics and engineering, a condition where two or more systems have weak interaction or energy transfer between them
Low coupling between the mechanical and electrical systems reduces vibration transfer.
O baixo acoplamento entre os sistemas mecânico e elétrico reduz a transferência de vibração.
Low coupling is a fundamental principle in software engineering circles across both Brazil and the USA. It's part of the SOLID principles and is widely taught in computer science curricula. The term is used consistently in technical documentation and code reviews in both English and Portuguese-speaking development communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
loose couplingweak couplingdecouplingindependence
Antonyms / Antônimos
high couplingtight couplingstrong couplinginterdependence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
baixo acoplamento
standard term used in software development and engineering contexts
Portugal
baixo acoplamento
same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical term consistent across Portuguese-speaking regions
Technical Context
acoplamento fraco
alternative translation sometimes used in engineering and physics

Related Words

cohesionmodularitydependency injectionsoftware architectureinterfaceencapsulationabstraction

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep things loosely coupled
reduce coupling and increase cohesion
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