self-contained function

[/sɛlf kənˈteɪnd ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: self-contained functions
função auto-contida
1. A programming function that operates independently, requiring minimal external dependencies and managing its own state without relying on global variables or external data sources
This self-contained function calculates the sum of two numbers without accessing any global variables.
Esta função auto-contida calcula a soma de dois números sem acessar variáveis globais.
2. A modular code unit that is complete and functional on its own, with clear inputs and outputs, making it reusable and testable
The developer wrote a self-contained function to validate email addresses that could be used across multiple projects.
O desenvolvedor escreveu uma função auto-contida para validar endereços de email que podia ser usada em vários projetos.
This is a technical term widely used in software development communities in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian tech hubs like São Paulo, developers may use either 'função auto-contida' or 'função independente' interchangeably. The concept emphasizes best practices in modern programming, particularly in agile and DevOps environments where code maintainability and testability are prioritized.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
independent functionmodular functionencapsulated functionpure functionstandalone function
Antonyms / Antônimos
dependent functiontightly coupled functionfunction with side effects

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função auto-contida
Standard term used in programming education and professional contexts
São Paulo
função independente
Alternative term occasionally used in tech companies
Portugal
função autossuficiente
Portuguese variant of the translation
General USA
self-contained function
Standard terminology in software development and computer science

Related Words

encapsulationmodularitycode reusabilityfunction signaturedependency injectionpure functionsfunctional programming

Related Idioms & Phrases

keeping functions lean
separation of concerns
writing clean code
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →