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What does "portability" mean in programming?
portability is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
The ease with which software can run on different platforms, operating systems, or environments with minimal changes. High portability means the same code works on macOS, Linux, and Windows without modification.
Example
"Docker improves portability — the same container image runs identically in development and production."
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