predetermined code
[/ˌpriːdɪˈtɜːrmɪnd koʊd/]
nounpl: predetermined codes
código predeterminado
1. A set of instructions or rules established in advance before execution or implementation
The predetermined code for the security system was set during installation.
O código predeterminado para o sistema de segurança foi configurado durante a instalação.
2. In programming, source code that has been written and finalized before runtime
The predetermined code ensures consistent behavior across all instances of the application.
O código predeterminado garante comportamento consistente em todas as instâncias da aplicação.
3. A pre-arranged sequence of symbols, digits, or commands used for authentication or control
Employees must enter the predetermined code to access the restricted area.
Os funcionários devem inserir o código predeterminado para acessar a área restrita.
This term is predominantly used in technical, programming, and security contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian corporate environments, it's commonly used in IT departments and security protocols. The term reflects the growing importance of cybersecurity and standardized procedures in digital transformation initiatives across Latin America.
Related Idioms & Phrases
follow the predetermined code
stick to the predetermined code
break the predetermined code
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