demoduleerimine

Demoduleerimine is an Estonian term meaning "de-modularization" or the process of removing modular structure from a system. In practice it refers to the restructuring of an architecture that was previously organized into independent, replaceable modules so that its components become more tightly coupled or integrated into a single entity. The concept is discussed in software engineering, where it contrasts with modularisation. Practitioners might pursue de-modularization to simplify deployment, reduce overhead caused by inter‑module communication, or when a system’s module boundaries have become artificial due to legacy constraints.

The main motivations for demoduleerimine include performance optimisation, because call paths between modules can introduce latency; cost reduction, as maintaining discrete modules often requires separate licensing or tooling; and operational simplification, as a unified system can be managed with one deployment pipeline. However, it also reduces flexibility: it becomes more difficult to isolate faults, to upgrade or replace individual units, and to reuse code across projects. Consequently, the decision to demoduleerimise a system is typically guided by a cost‑benefit analysis that considers current performance bottlenecks, projected growth, and organisational capacity for maintenance.

In other technical contexts, demoduleerimine describes the procedural disassembly of physically modular components, such as shipping containers or prefabricated building units, for refurbishment or repurposing. The overarching principle remains the same: converting a modular, separate‑entity design into a more integrated, monolithic one.