programming interface
ˈproʊˌɡræmɪŋ ˈɪntərˌfeɪs
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Definition of programming interface - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

software developmentTECH.set of rules and tools for building software applicationsTECH.
  • Developers use the programming interface to create new apps.
  • A good programming interface simplifies coding.
  • The programming interface was updated for better performance.
API application programming interface
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Expressions with programming interface

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application programming interfacen.
set of rules for software communication
Developers use an application programming interface to connect different services.

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.

Expressions with interface

standard interfacen.
usual agreed way different groups or systems interact with each other
The company created a standard interface between sales and logistics teams.
software interfacen.
visible part of a program through which a person uses its functions
The new software interface makes it easier for beginners to find each tool.
bus interfacen.
hardware or module that links a device to a shared data bus
The network card includes a bus interface for the motherboard slot.
customer interfacen.
point or system where clients interact directly with a company
The new website serves as the main customer interface for online sales.
graphical interfacen.
screen system using pictures and buttons to let users control software
The new app features a simple graphical interface for first-time users.
graphical user interfacen.
way to operate programs by clicking pictures and other on-screen symbols
The software's graphical user interface is clear and intuitive.
hardware interfacen.
physical connection point that lets two electronic devices plug together
The USB port is a common hardware interface on computers.
interface cablen.
cable that links two devices so they can exchange signals or data
Connect the camera to the monitor using the supplied interface cable.
network interfacen.
connection point that lets a computer or device communicate over a network
The laptop’s wireless network interface stopped working after the driver update.
user interfacen.
part of a computer system or program designed for user interaction
The user interface of the software was intuitive and easy to navigate.

Terms related to programming interface

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APIacr.
acr: application programming interface
set of rules for programs to talk to each other

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  1. French:interface de programmation, ...
  2. German:Programmierschnittstelle, ...
  3. Italian:interfaccia di programmazione, ...
  4. Spanish:interfaz de programación, ...
  5. Portuguese:interface de programação, ...
  6. Chinese:编程接口, ...
  7. Japanese:プログラミングインターフェース, ...
  8. Arabic:وَاجِهَةُ بَرْمَجَةِ التَّطْبِيقَاتِ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מִמְשָׁק תָּכְנָה, ...
  10. Russian:программный интерфейс, ...
  11. Ukrainian:програмний інтерфейс, ...
  12. Hindi:प्रोग्रामिंग इंटरफेस, ...
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