Pronunciation: [ˈɪnla͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The word INLINE is spelled with two syllables. In IPA phonetic transcription, the first syllable is pronounced as /ɪn/ and the second syllable as /laɪn/. The "i" is pronounced as the short "i" sound, while "n" is pronounced as "en" or "in". The "l" is pronounced as "el" sound, and "a" is pronounced as "eye" sound, followed by the long "i" sound indicated by the "e" at the end. When saying INLINE, the emphasis is on the second syllable.
In the context of computing and programming, "inline" refers to a technique or directive that is used to optimize code execution by inserting a copy of a function or code segment directly into the calling location rather than calling it as a separate function. This allows for faster performance by eliminating the overhead of function call and return, as well as reducing overall code size.
When a function or code segment is declared or specified as "inline," it instructs the compiler to compile and insert the complete body of the function or code segment directly at each point where the function is called. This is typically achieved by incorporating the inline function or code into the assembly language instructions generated for the calling function.
Using the inline technique can provide significant performance improvements in situations where the function or code segment is small, frequently called, and does not involve complex control flow or loops. It is especially beneficial for performance-critical applications and when dealing with time-sensitive operations.
The keyword "inline" is often used as a modifier for functions or as a compiler directive in programming languages such as C++, C, and C#. It is important to note that the inline code expansion is usually carried out by the compiler, and the actual inlining may depend on various factors, including compiler settings, function complexity, and optimization levels.
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