Kopplingsvänlig

Kopplingsvänlig is a Swedish term that literally translates to "coupling-friendly" or "connectable." It describes a system, component, or device that is designed for easy and straightforward integration with other parts or systems. The term emphasizes a lack of unnecessary complexity in its interfaces, connectors, or communication protocols, making it simple for users or other systems to connect and interact with it.

The concept of kopplingsvänlig is prevalent in various technical fields, including engineering, software development, and industrial automation. A kopplingsvänlig plug-in module, for instance, would require minimal configuration or specialized tools to be connected and function. In software, an API (Application Programming Interface) that is described as kopplingsvänlig would be well-documented, offer predictable behavior, and utilize standard data formats, thus simplifying its implementation by external developers.

The opposite of kopplingsvänlig would be a system that is proprietary, requires extensive custom adaptation, or has obscure connection methods, making it difficult and time-consuming to integrate. The focus on being kopplingsvänlig often aims to reduce installation costs, speed up deployment, and increase interoperability between different technologies. It signifies a design philosophy that prioritizes ease of use and seamless integration in a larger context.