software architecture

[/ˈsɔːftwɛər ˈɑːrkɪtɛkʧər/]
nounfemininepl: arquiteturas de software
arquitetura de software
1. The high-level structure of a software system, including its components, their relationships, and the principles guiding its design and evolution
The software architecture of the application follows a microservices pattern to improve scalability.
A arquitetura de software da aplicação segue um padrão de microsserviços para melhorar a escalabilidade.
2. The discipline and practice of designing, documenting, and managing the overall structure and organization of software systems
Software architecture is crucial for building maintainable and robust applications.
A arquitetura de software é crucial para construir aplicações mantíveis e robustas.
3. The set of structural choices and design decisions that form the foundation of a software project
Poor software architecture decisions can lead to technical debt and future maintenance problems.
Decisões ruins de arquitetura de software podem levar a débito técnico e problemas futuros de manutenção.
Software architecture is a critical discipline in the Brazilian tech industry, particularly in major tech hubs like São Paulo. The term is widely standardized across Portuguese-speaking countries and is essential in discussions about enterprise systems, startups, and digital transformation initiatives. In Brazil, there has been increased emphasis on proper architectural planning due to rapid digital transformation across industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
system designsoftware designsystem architecturetechnical architecture
Antonyms / Antônimos
ad hoc designno architecturechaotic structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
arquitetura de software
Standard term used in tech industry across Brazil
São Paulo
arquitetura de software
Predominant term in tech hubs; often shortened to 'arquitetura' in informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
arquitetura de software
Standard usage; sometimes 'design de software' used interchangeably in casual speech
Portugal
arquitetura de software
Identical term; European Portuguese maintains same technical terminology

Related Words

microservicesdesign patternssystem designsoftware engineeringscalabilitymaintainabilitycloud architectureDevOps

Related Idioms & Phrases

build a solid foundation
design from the ground up
architectural decision record (ADR)
technical blueprint
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