text-based representation
[/tɛkst beɪst rɛprɪˈzɛnteɪʃən/]
nounpl: text-based representations
representação baseada em texto
1. A method of expressing or displaying information, data, or concepts using primarily written characters, symbols, or alphanumeric characters rather than visual graphics or multimedia elements
The software uses a text-based representation to display the database structure in a simple, readable format.
O software usa uma representação baseada em texto para exibir a estrutura do banco de dados em um formato simples e legível.
2. In computing and programming, a format where information is encoded as strings of characters that can be processed by machines and read by humans
JSON provides a text-based representation of data structures that is both human-readable and machine-parsable.
JSON fornece uma representação baseada em texto de estruturas de dados que é tanto legível por humanos quanto interpretável por máquinas.
3. A system or model that conveys meaning, knowledge, or abstract concepts through written language and text formatting
The AI model generates a text-based representation of the image to make it accessible to visually impaired users.
O modelo de IA gera uma representação baseada em texto da imagem para torná-la acessível aos usuários com deficiência visual.
This term is predominantly used in technical and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian tech industry, it's widely adopted due to the prevalence of software development and data science fields. The term reflects the modern emphasis on accessibility and interoperability in computing, where text-based formats (like JSON, XML, and CSV) are preferred for their universality and ease of processing across different platforms and programming languages.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep it text-based (maintain textual format for clarity)
text-based approach (using text as the primary medium)
text-first design (prioritizing text representation in user interface)
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