optimizedprogramming

noun

UK /ˈɒptɪmaɪzd ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/

US /ˈɑːptɪmaɪzd ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

Writing computer code in a way that makes it run fast and use less memory.

The team used optimized programming to make the game load in just two seconds.

SYNONYMS

performance tuning code optimization efficient coding speed optimization

RELATED WORDS

refactoring profiling compiler algorithm benchmarking

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The process of improving existing code so it does the same job with fewer resources.

After optimized programming, the app used half the battery it did before.

3. A style of coding that focuses on speed and efficiency over simplicity.

His optimized programming made the sorting function ten times faster.

4. Adjusting software to work better on specific hardware.

Optimized programming for the new chip doubled the frame rate.