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flux

flux

8.6
A way to design web apps where data moves in one direction
  • noun
  • /flʌks/
  • Specialized
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Examples

  • And I think the flux function would be probably v * a row.

  • Capturing the Instant: Constant Flux

    Blog text (23)
  • or F dot NDS depending on whether it's work or flux that we are trying to do.

  • Empirical evidence is always at best in flux—in other words, in a process of change.

    Academic text (1994)
  • In software development, the flux architecture helps maintain a predictable state across applications.

  • Many front-end frameworks adopt the flux pattern to manage data flow consistently.

  • Using a flux design pattern can significantly improve the performance and maintainability of a web application.

Compounds

A time when things keep changing and nothing is certain

magnetic flux
  • Specialized
1 7.1

The amount of magnetic field that goes through an area, for example a wire loop

flux density
  • Specialized
1 7.6

The amount of energy or particles that pass through each unit of area each second

magnetic flux density
  • Specialized
1 7.2

How much invisible force from a magnet passes through one square area

neutron flux
  • Specialized
1 8.1

The number of neutrons that pass through an area each second

radiant flux
  • Specialized
1 7.5

The amount of light or heat energy that moves each second

flux applicator
  • Specialized
7.0

A small tool for putting flux on metal before soldering

flux density unit
  • Specialized
8.2

A measure of how much magnetic or electric field passes through an area, for example the tesla

flux unit
  • Specialized
7.4

A unit that measures how much magnetic field passes through an area

luminous flux
  • Specialized
8.1

How much light a source gives out measured in lumens

luminous flux unit
  • Specialized
7.9

A unit that measures the visible light a lamp or bulb gives

magnetic flux unit
  • Specialized
7.3

A unit that measures the strength of a magnetic field through an area

soldering flux
  • Specialized
8.3

A paste or liquid used to clean metal so two parts join when heated

How Predictable

flux
  • Specialized
8.6
layering
  • Specialized
3 4.5

Surface Forms

flux singular
fluxes plural

Etymology

Flux as a software name comes from the idea of data 'flow' and the Latin fluxus, 'flow'. The pattern keeps data moving in one direction, so the name reminds developers that it controls the flow of information.