greencodingstandard
nounUK /ˈɡriːnˌkəʊdɪŋ ˈstændəd/
US /ˈɡriːnˌkoʊdɪŋ ˈstændərd/
A green coding standard is a set of rules for writing computer programs in a way that saves energy and helps the planet.
Our team follows a green coding standard so our apps use less power.
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2. A rule that says computer code should be written to use as little electricity as possible.
The green coding standard helped the data center cut its power use.
3. A shared checklist that programmers use to make software friendlier to the environment.
Every new project must pass the green coding standard before release.
4. A set of best practices for reducing the carbon impact of running software.
She wrote a report on how the green coding standard lowers emissions.