patch file

A "patch file" is essential in software development for updating and fixing programs efficiently.

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Definition

B2Software Development

(technical)A digital file that contains modifications to be applied to a software program, often used to fix bugs or add features.

Example

  • The developer created a patch file to fix the security vulnerability in the application.

C1Version Control

(technical)A file that includes differences between two versions of a file, enabling updates or corrections to the original version.

Example

  • He used a patch file to merge the changes from the feature branch into the main branch.

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