duration

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Duration' is used to describe the length of time that something continues or exists. It can be used to measure the time taken for anything, like a project, event, or process.

Examples in Different Contexts

In software testing, understanding the 'duration' of processes helps in performance optimization. A product manager might observe, 'The duration of this algorithm’s execution is too long; we need to optimize it.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The server maintenance process we've planned will cause a downtime. We need to be sure if the team can handle any issues that arise.

Response:

Since the duration of the server maintenance is about three hours, the team should be prepared to address the issues in that window.

Academics

Scenario:

We're planning a new graduate program in renewable energy technology. It's critical to assess the scope and depth of the curriculum.

Response:

If the duration of the graduate program is two years, we need to ensure the curriculum is comprehensive enough to cover all critical areas.