recursive operation
[/rɪˈkɜːrsɪv ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: recursive operations
operação recursiva
1. A computational process in which a function or procedure calls itself, either directly or indirectly, to solve a problem by breaking it down into smaller instances of the same problem
The factorial function is a classic example of recursive operation, where the function calls itself with a decremented value until reaching the base case
A função fatorial é um exemplo clássico de operação recursiva, onde a função chama a si mesma com um valor decrementado até atingir o caso base
2. In mathematics and computer science, a method of computation that relies on self-reference and requires a termination condition to avoid infinite loops
Binary search algorithms often use recursive operations to efficiently find elements in sorted arrays
Algoritmos de busca binária frequentemente usam operações recursivas para encontrar elementos de forma eficiente em arrays ordenados
The term 'recursive operation' is fundamental in computer science education globally, with identical usage across English-speaking countries and Portuguese-speaking regions. In Brazil, it is extensively taught in university computer science programs and is standard terminology in the tech industry. The concept is considered essential knowledge for software developers and is frequently referenced in coding interviews and technical discussions.
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