separation of concerns
"Separation of concerns" is a fundamental design principle in software development that enhances modularity and maintainability by dividing a system into distinct sections, each addressing a specific responsibility.
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Definition
C1Computer Science
(technical, academic)A design principle that divides a program into distinct sections, each handling a specific responsibility to improve modularity and maintainability.
Example
- By using separation of concerns, the developer ensured that the user interface code was independent of the business logic.
C1Software Engineering
(technical, academic)A methodology for organizing code to minimize overlap and dependencies between different parts of a system.
Example
- Separation of concerns makes it easier to update the database layer without affecting the rest of the application.
C1General Design
(technical, academic)An approach to breaking down a complex problem into smaller, manageable parts, each developed and analyzed independently.
Example
- In project management, separation of concerns helps clarify roles and responsibilities, enhancing efficiency.