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Protobuf

PROH-toh-buf

/ˈproʊtoʊbʌf/

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protobuf

Dictionary meaning

A compact, language-neutral format for serializing structured data.

Examples

  • Define the message schema in a protobuf file.

Pronunciation tips

  • Short for 'Protocol Buffers'.

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