Scheduler: meaning, definitions and examples

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scheduler

 

[ ˈʃɛdjuːlər ]

Context #1

time management

A scheduler is a tool or person responsible for planning and organizing tasks, events, appointments, and deadlines. It helps individuals or organizations to allocate time efficiently and ensure that everything is completed on time.

Synonyms

calendar, organizer, planner

Examples of usage

  • A scheduler can help you stay organized and prioritize your tasks effectively.
  • Using a scheduler can improve productivity and time management skills.
  • The office scheduler is in charge of arranging meetings and coordinating schedules.
Context #2

computing

In computing, a scheduler is a program or algorithm that determines the order and timing of tasks, processes, or threads in a computer system. It helps efficiently manage resources and optimize performance.

Synonyms

dispatcher, job scheduler, task manager

Examples of usage

  • The operating system scheduler decides which tasks to execute next.
  • A good scheduler can prevent resource conflicts and improve system responsiveness.

Translations

Translations of the word "scheduler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agendador

🇮🇳 अनुसूचक

🇩🇪 Planer

🇮🇩 penjadwal

🇺🇦 планувальник

🇵🇱 harmonogram

🇯🇵 スケジューラ

🇫🇷 planificateur

🇪🇸 programador

🇹🇷 zamanlayıcı

🇰🇷 스케줄러

🇸🇦 مجدول

🇨🇿 plánovač

🇸🇰 plánovač

🇨🇳 调度器

🇸🇮 načrtovalec

🇮🇸 áætlunargerðarmaður

🇰🇿 жоспарлаушы

🇬🇪 დაგეგმვის პროგრამა

🇦🇿 cədbəndçi

🇲🇽 programador

Word origin

The word 'scheduler' originated from the Middle English word 'sceduler' which came from the Old French term 'escadule' meaning 'slip of paper'. The concept of scheduling tasks and events has been essential throughout history, evolving from manual methods to digital tools and software applications.

See also: reschedule, rescheduled, rescheduling, scheduled, scheduling.