thread synchronization
[/θrɛd ˌsɪŋkrənaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounpl: thread synchronizations
sincronização de threads
1. A mechanism in concurrent programming that coordinates the execution of multiple threads to ensure they access shared resources safely and in the correct order
Thread synchronization prevents race conditions when multiple threads try to modify the same variable simultaneously.
A sincronização de threads previne condições de corrida quando múltiplas threads tentam modificar a mesma variável simultaneamente.
2. The process of implementing locks, mutexes, semaphores, or other techniques to control thread access to critical sections of code
Proper thread synchronization is essential for developing reliable multithreaded applications.
A sincronização apropriada de threads é essencial para desenvolver aplicações multithreading confiáveis.
3. The coordination of timing between threads to ensure they execute in a desired order or wait for each other at specific points
Using barriers for thread synchronization ensures all threads reach a checkpoint before proceeding.
Usar barreiras para sincronização de threads garante que todas as threads atinjam um ponto de verificação antes de prosseguir.
Thread synchronization is a core concept in software engineering curricula and professional development in both Brazil and the USA. The terminology is standardized across English and Portuguese-speaking tech communities, with 'sincronização de threads' being the universally recognized term in Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation and educational materials.
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