Perusohjelman
Perusohjelman is a Finnish term used to describe a baseline or foundational software package that provides essential functionality upon which more specialized software is built. In software engineering and ICT practice in Finnish-speaking contexts, a perusohjelman serves as a starting point for development projects, education, and standardization.
Etymology and scope: The word combines perus- (basic) and ohjelma (program). The genitive form Perusohjelman denotes
Typical characteristics include a modular architecture, a small but complete core feature set, thorough documentation, and
Usage and contexts: In Finland, the term appears in ICT guidelines, municipal software procurement, and teaching
Benefits and challenges: A perusohjelman can speed up development, facilitate maintenance, and improve interoperability. Risks include
Related concepts include baseline software, boilerplate code, and starter templates.