Subroutines

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n. Computer Science

A set of instructions that performs a specific task for a main routine, requiring direction back to the proper place in the main routine on completion of the task.

subroutine [ˈsʌbruːˌtiːn]

(Electronics & Computer Science / Computer Science) a section of a computer program that is stored only once but can be used when required at several different points in the program, thus saving space Also called procedure

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Noun

subroutine - a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

subprogram, procedure, routine, function

software, software package, software program, software system, computer software, package - (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory; "the market for software is expected to expand"

computer program, computer programme, programme, program - (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute; "the program required several hundred lines of code"

cataloged procedure - a set of control statements that have been placed in a library and can be retrieved by name

contingency procedure - an alternative to the normal procedure; triggered if an unusual but anticipated situation arises

library routine - a debugged routine that is maintained in a program library

random number generator - a routine designed to yield a random number

recursive routine - a routine that can call itself

reusable routine - a routine that can be loaded once and executed repeatedly

executive routine, supervisory routine - a routine that coordinates the operation of subroutines

tracing routine - a routine that provides a chronological record of the execution of a computer program

service routine, utility routine - a routine that can be used as needed

Translations

subroutine [ˌsʌbruːˈtiːn] N → subrutina f

subroutine [ˈsʌbruːtiːn] n → sous-programme m

subroutine [ˈsʌbruːˌtiːn] n (Comput) → sottoprogramma m

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cataloged procedure
co-routine
computer programing
computer programming
computer software
contingency procedure
executive routine
function call
library program
library routine
procedure
program library
random number generator
recursive routine
recursive subroutine
reusable routine
service routine
software program
software system

The manual also includes instruction in learning to use Visual Basic for Applications, add macros to the Excel toolbar, create variables and arrays, create VBA subroutines and functions, format cells using macros, develop interactive macros and add controls to worksheets.

Excel 2007 macros made easy by Reference & Research Book News

NEW BROCHURE ON 1900 subroutines package A ten-page colour brochure describing "More Subroutines

Everyone a computer specialist: a case for the development of user ... by Johnston, K. / Software World

Most of the subroutines in your unique computer program represent what some psychotherapists refer to as "ego states" or "sub personalities".

Step 1 to the Ideal Relationship Doing Your Personal Work by Nick Arrizza, M.D. / Relationships community

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