subroutinethreading
nounUK /ˈsʌbruːtiːnˌθrɛdɪŋ/
US /ˈsʌbruːtinˌθrɛdɪŋ/
A way for a computer to run many small helper jobs at the same time.
The new engine uses subroutinethreading to keep the game smooth while loading levels.
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2. A programming technique where each subroutine runs in its own lightweight thread.
Subroutinethreading lets the download helper work without freezing the main window.
3. The act of weaving separate routine calls into one flowing sequence of work.
With subroutinethreading, the animation and sound routines interleave neatly.
4. A style of organizing code so small routines can be scheduled independently.
Her project relies on subroutinethreading to juggle many tiny calculations.