processresult

ProcessResult, sometimes rendered as processresult, is a term used in software design to denote a structured data object that captures the outcome of executing a process or operation. It serves as a uniform container for success/failure information, outputs, and timing data, allowing callers and orchestrators to reason about results consistently.

A typical ProcessResult includes fields such as a success indicator, exit code, standard output (stdout), standard error (stderr), a message or exception, and timing information like start and end timestamps or duration. Some implementations also carry a payload with partial or computed results, and metadata such as the command or process name.

Usage: It is commonly returned by command execution libraries, task runners, build systems, or remote API calls. By bundling data in a single object, it supports error handling, retry logic, logging, and user feedback without requiring callers to inspect disparate sources. It also aids in testing by providing an explicit contract for operation results.

Variants and naming conventions vary by language and framework. Other common names include ExecutionResult, CommandResult, or ProcessExitInfo. The concept is language-agnostic and often implemented as a simple serializable structure (for example, a class or record) that can be converted to JSON for API communication.

Design considerations include immutability, thread-safety, clear error classification, and handling of streaming output. Some designs distinguish between a successful exit with data and a failed exit with an error object, while others use exceptions for failure paths.

Related concepts include exit status, command execution results, and execution logs.