linear programming
ˈlɪniər ˈproʊˌɡræmɪŋ
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Definition of linear programming - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

math optimizationTECH.method to optimize a linear function with linear constraintsTECH.
  • Linear programming helps companies maximize profits or minimize costs..
  • The engineer used linear programming to solve the resource allocation problem.
  • Linear programming is essential in operations research.
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Expressions with linear

linear approachn.
method involving sequential steps
The project was completed using a linear approach.
linear televisionn.
television service with programs shown at set times
Linear television broadcasts the news at 6 PM every day.
linear metern.
unit of measurement equal to one meter in length
The fabric was sold by the linear meter..
linear TVabbr.
television programs shown on a set schedule
Many people still watch linear TV every night.
linear equationn.
equation where each variable is only to the first power
A linear equation like x + 2y = 5 is easy to solve.
linear bearingn.
mechanical component that guides movement smoothly along a straight path
The 3D printer carriage slides on a steel rail with a linear bearing.

Expressions with programming

regular programmingadj.
occurring at consistent intervals
The team follows a regular programming schedule.
network programmingn.
schedule of programs for broadcast on a network
The network programming for the week includes several new shows.
broadcast programmingn.
the content that is aired on radio or TV
The broadcast programming includes news, sports, and entertainment shows.
basic programmingn.
introductory computer coding skills covering simple logic structures and commands
The course teaches basic programming before moving to more advanced software development.
computer programmingn.
writing, fixing, or improving code for computer programs
Computer programming requires attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
object-oriented programmingn.
programming style using objects to organize code and data
Object-oriented programming makes code easier to reuse and maintain.
programming errorn.
mistake in a computer program's code
The software crashed due to a programming error.
programming languagen.
system of rules for writing instructions for computers
Python is a popular programming language.
structured programmingn.
programming method using blocks to make code clear and organized
Structured programming helps make large programs easier to understand.
application programming interfacen.
set of rules for software communication
Developers use an application programming interface to connect different services.

Terms related to linear programming

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Terms with linear programming included in their meaning

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LPacr.
acr: linear programming
uses math to find the best answer to a problem
optimizern.
technology
program using linear programming to optimize processes
simplex algorithmn.
mathematics
method for solving linear programming problems
simplex methodn.
mathematics
mathematical technique for optimizing linear programming problems

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  1. French:programmation linéaire, ...
  2. German:lineare Programmierung, ...
  3. Italian:programmazione lineare, ...
  4. Spanish:optimización lineal, ...
  5. Portuguese:programação linear, ...
  6. Chinese:线性规划, ...
  7. Japanese:線形計画法, ...
  8. Arabic:برمجة خطية, ...
  9. Hebrew:תִּכְנוּת לִינֵיאָרִית, ...
  10. Russian:линейное программирование, ...
  11. Ukrainian:лінійне програмування, ...
  12. Hindi:रेखीय प्रोग्रामिंग, ...
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