Modularity

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑdʒəɫɝˈaɪˈtaɪ/

Modularity (noun)

  1. A design approach where a system is made from separate parts that can be changed or replaced with less effect on other parts.
  2. The quality of being organized into independent units, so each unit works on its own and fits into the whole system.
  3. In education, the use of separate learning sections that can be studied in different orders or combined to form a course.

Examples

  • Modularity helps teams build software using building blocks design.
  • The system uses modularity so each part works like building blocks design.