manual coding
[ˈmæn.ju.əl ˈkoʊ.dɪŋ]
noun
codificação manual
1. The process of writing or entering computer code by hand without the aid of automated tools or code generation software
The developer preferred manual coding to using IDE autocomplete features for better control.
O desenvolvedor preferia codificação manual ao usar recursos de autocompletar da IDE para melhor controle.
2. In research and data analysis, the process of categorizing or assigning codes to data segments, such as interview transcripts, without using automated software
Manual coding of the interview transcripts allowed researchers to identify nuanced themes.
A codificação manual das transcrições de entrevistas permitiu aos pesquisadores identificar temas nuançados.
3. The practice of assigning classification codes to documents, items, or records by human judgment rather than algorithmic assignment
Manual coding of medical records ensures accurate diagnosis classification.
A codificação manual de registros médicos garante classificação precisa do diagnóstico.
In Brazil's growing tech sector, 'codificação manual' is increasingly discussed in contrast to modern automated development tools and AI-assisted coding. The term is valued in academic research contexts, particularly in social sciences and qualitative research where human judgment and interpretation are emphasized. In the USA, 'manual coding' reflects a debate between traditional programming practices and modern automated approaches.
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