English Explanatory Dictionary

Hollywood principle

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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  1. A software design principle, stated as "Don't call us, we'll call you", that assists in the development of code with high cohesion and low coupling that is easier to debug, maintain and test.

Word forms

Hollywood principle the Hollywood principle

Etymology

In reference to the phrase don't call us, we'll call you, supposed to be a common dismissal from Hollywood film auditions and hiring organizations, but used here regarding function calls.

Synonyms

inversion of control
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