packagemodule
Packagemodule is a generalized term for a software unit that combines packaging and modularization into a single distributable artifact. It refers to a self-contained unit that includes code, metadata, and the necessary configuration to install and use the component in other projects. The term is not tied to a single programming language or standard, but describes a common pattern across many ecosystems where code is packaged for reuse.
Its typical contents include source or compiled artifacts, a manifest or descriptor with name, version, authorship,
Conceptually, a packagemodule sits between a module and a package: a module is a single unit of
Use of packagemodules supports versioning, dependency resolution, isolation, and reproducible builds. They integrate with package managers
While the exact terminology differs by language, the role is widely recognized: packaged modules can be distributed