software modularity
[ˈsɔftˌwɛr ˌmɑdʒəˈlærɪti]
nounfemininepl: software modularities
modularidade de software
1. The design principle of breaking down a software system into independent, self-contained modules or components that can be developed, tested, and maintained separately
Software modularity allows developers to work on different components simultaneously without affecting the entire system.
A modularidade de software permite que desenvolvedores trabalhem em diferentes componentes simultaneamente sem afetar o sistema todo.
2. The degree to which a software system's components are loosely coupled and highly cohesive
Good software modularity reduces dependencies between components and makes the codebase easier to understand.
Uma boa modularidade de software reduz as dependências entre componentes e facilita a compreensão da base de código.
3. A characteristic of software architecture that promotes code reusability, maintainability, and scalability
The project's success was attributed to its strong software modularity design from the beginning.
O sucesso do projeto foi atribuído ao seu forte design de modularidade de software desde o início.
In Brazilian tech culture, software modularity is a fundamental principle taught in computer science programs and widely adopted in the industry. The term is especially prevalent in discussions about microservices architecture and DevOps practices. In the United States, it's a core concept in software engineering education and enterprise development practices.
Related Idioms & Phrases
breaking down the monolith
designing with modularity in mind
maintaining modular integrity
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