non-standard module
[nɑːn ˈstændərd ˈmɒdjuːl]
nounpl: non-standard modules
módulo não padrão
1. A software or hardware component that does not conform to established technical standards or specifications
The legacy system uses several non-standard modules that are incompatible with modern frameworks.
O sistema legado utiliza vários módulos não padrão que são incompatíveis com frameworks modernos.
2. In programming, a module or library that does not follow the official guidelines or conventions of a programming language
Installing non-standard modules can create security vulnerabilities in your application.
Instalar módulos não padrão pode criar vulnerabilidades de segurança em sua aplicação.
3. A component that deviates from the standardized specifications set by governing bodies or organizations
The manufacturer was fined for producing non-standard modules that violated industry regulations.
O fabricante foi multado por produzir módulos não padrão que violavam regulamentações da indústria.
In both Brazilian and American tech industries, non-standard modules are often viewed with caution due to maintenance and security concerns. In Brazil, there is growing emphasis on standardization to improve software quality and reduce costs. The term is widely used in corporate IT environments, software development companies, and technical documentation across both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
reinvent the wheel (referring to creating non-standard modules instead of using standard ones)
going off the beaten path (using non-standard modules)
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