optimization flag

[/ˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən flæg/]
nounpl: optimization flags
sinalizador de otimização
1. A compiler or software configuration option that enables or disables specific performance improvement features during code compilation or execution
The developer enabled the optimization flag to reduce the application's memory footprint.
O desenvolvedor ativou o sinalizador de otimização para reduzir a pegada de memória da aplicação.
2. A parameter used in software development to control optimization levels such as speed, size, or debugging capability
Different optimization flags were tested to find the best balance between execution speed and code readability.
Diferentes sinalizadores de otimização foram testados para encontrar o melhor equilíbrio entre velocidade de execução e legibilidade do código.
This term is primarily used in technical and software development contexts across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, tech professionals often use the English term 'optimization flag' alongside the Portuguese 'sinalizador de otimização' in documentation. The concept is fundamental to computer science education and professional development worldwide.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
compiler flagoptimization optionperformance flagcompiler directive
Antonyms / Antônimos
debug flagdisable flag

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sinalizador de otimização
Standard term used in software development documentation and technical writing
Portugal
marcador de otimização
Alternative term sometimes used in Portuguese technical contexts
Technology Industry
flag de otimização
Common anglicized usage in tech communities across Portuguese-speaking regions

Related Words

compilationcompilerperformance tuningcode generationruntime environmentalgorithm efficiency

Related Idioms & Phrases

set an optimization flag
toggle the optimization flag
enable/disable optimization flags
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