well-structured program

[wel ˈstrʌk.tʃərd ˈproʊ.græm]
noun phrasepl: well-structured programs
programa bem estruturado
1. A program or software application that is organized with clear logic, proper organization of code, and logical flow from start to finish
A well-structured program is easier to maintain and debug than one written haphazardly.
Um programa bem estruturado é mais fácil de manter e corrigir do que um escrito de forma desorganizada.
2. A curriculum or course plan that follows a logical sequence with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
The university offers a well-structured program in computer science with prerequisites and progressive difficulty levels.
A universidade oferece um programa bem estruturado em ciência da computação com pré-requisitos e níveis progressivos de dificuldade.
3. An organized plan or schedule that has clear steps, timelines, and defined goals
The training program is well-structured with weekly milestones and regular assessments.
O programa de treinamento é bem estruturado com marcos semanais e avaliações regulares.
In Brazil, emphasis on 'programa bem estruturado' is particularly important in education and software development sectors. The term reflects a cultural appreciation for clear planning and organization, values highly emphasized in both academic and professional environments. In the USA, this phrase is commonly used in software engineering, education, and corporate training contexts as a mark of quality and professionalism.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
well-organized programorganized programsystematic programstructured programcoherent program
Antonyms / Antônimos
poorly structured programdisorganized programchaotic programunstructured programhaphazard program

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
programa bem estruturado
Standard term used across Brazil in educational and technical contexts
São Paulo
programa bem organizado
Alternative phrasing sometimes preferred in business and tech sectors
Portugal
programa bem estruturado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical terminology is standardized
Minas Gerais
programa estruturado corretamente
Regional variation emphasizing correctness of structure

Related Words

code structureprogram architecturelogical flowsoftware designcurriculum designmodular programming

Related Idioms & Phrases

get one's ducks in a row (similar concept of good organization)
ter tudo amarradinho (Brazilian: to have everything tied up nicely)
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