"Hollywood principle" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: the Hollywood principle [canonical]
Etymology: In reference to the phrase don't call us, we'll call you, supposed to be a common dismissal from Hollywood film auditions, but used here regarding function calls. Etymology templates: {{m|en|don't call us, we'll call you}} don't call us, we'll call you Head templates: {{en-proper noun|def=1}} the Hollywood principle
  1. (software, object-oriented programming) 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. Wikipedia link: Hollywood principle Categories (topical): Object-oriented programming, Software Synonyms: inversion of control
    Sense id: en-Hollywood_principle-en-name-T6zwhLIk Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences, software

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