intent-based encoding

noun
UK /ɪnˈtɛnt beɪst ɪnˈkəʊdɪŋ/
US /ɪnˈtɛnt beɪst ɪnˈkoʊdɪŋ/

A way of turning a message into code by first thinking about what the sender really wants to happen.

The chat app uses intent-based encoding so it can understand what you mean, not just the words you type.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. In networking, a method where the sender states the desired outcome and the network figures out how to deliver it.

With intent-based encoding, the router was told to keep video calls smooth and it chose the best path itself.

3. In data compression, encoding information according to the purpose it will be used for rather than its raw form.

Intent-based encoding let the sensor send only the readings the app actually needed.

4. In programming, writing code that describes what should happen instead of exactly how to do it.

The new framework uses intent-based encoding, so developers write goals and the system builds the steps.