rigid code structure

[ˈrɪdʒɪd koʊd ˈstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: rigid code structures
estrutura de código rígida
1. A programming architecture that lacks flexibility and is difficult to modify or adapt without significant refactoring
The legacy system suffered from a rigid code structure that made adding new features extremely challenging.
O sistema legado sofria com uma estrutura de código rígida que tornava a adição de novos recursos extremamente desafiadora.
2. Code organized with strict, inflexible patterns that don't allow for easy changes or extensions
Developers complained about the rigid code structure that prevented them from implementing creative solutions.
Os desenvolvedores reclamaram da estrutura de código rígida que os impedia de implementar soluções criativas.
3. A software design that violates principles of modularity and maintainability
Refactoring the rigid code structure required several months of careful planning and execution.
Refatorar a estrutura de código rígida exigiu vários meses de planejamento e execução cuidadosos.
This term is heavily used in the software development industry across both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian tech companies, particularly in São Paulo's growing startup scene, developers frequently discuss 'estrutura rígida' as a major challenge when inheriting legacy systems. The concept is closely tied to technical debt discourse and represents a common pain point in software maintenance across cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inflexible code architecturetightly coupled codemonolithic structurenon-modular designbrittle code
Antonyms / Antônimos
flexible code structuremodular architectureloosely coupled designscalable structuremaintainable code

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura de código rígida
Standard terminology in Brazilian software development industry
São Paulo
estrutura rígida de programação
Alternative phrasing common in tech hubs
Portugal
estrutura de código inflexível
Portuguese tends to use 'inflexível' as synonym for rigid in code context
USA/General English
rigid code structure
Industry standard term in American software engineering

Related Words

code refactoringarchitectural designsoftware maintainabilitytechnical debtcoupling and cohesiondesign patterns

Related Idioms & Phrases

backed into a corner by rigid code
trapped in the old structure
legacy code legacy problems
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