We realize there is A LOT of jargon in the web development world. We're experts who do this every day, but to be honest there are times we struggle to remember the term for a particular feature.
So, we decided to put together a glossary of many of the common terms thrown around in web development. Maybe you've heard these and are curious what they are. Maybe we've said something in a conversation, but you were scared to ask what it means. Well, here's your cheat sheet!
A CMS, or Content Management System, is a software application used to create, manage, and publish digital content as a website. CMSs provide an easy-to-use interface for non-technical users to create and edit content,
CSS, short for Cascading Style Sheets, is a style sheet language used to describe the presentation of web pages written in HTML (Hypertext Markup Language). It is used to separate the content of a web page from its visual design,
A database is an organized collection of data that can be accessed, managed, and updated electronically. Databases are used to store and manage information in a structured format, making it easier to search,
Drupal is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) used for creating and managing websites. It was initially released in 2001 and has since evolved into a powerful tool used by individuals,
Hosting refers to the process of storing website files and data on a server that can be accessed via the internet. Web hosting services provide the technology and infrastructure necessary for websites to be accessible online.
HTTPS, or Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure, is a protocol used to securely transmit data over the internet. It is an extension of the standard HTTP protocol used for web communication,
JavaScript is a programming language used to create interactive and dynamic content on websites. It is commonly used in conjunction with HTML and CSS to build modern, engaging websites.
SFTP, short for Secure File Transfer Protocol, is a network protocol used for securely transferring files over the internet. It is a secure extension of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) that uses encryption to protect data during transmission.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a protocol used to secure communication between a web browser and a server. It is used to encrypt data that is transmitted over the internet,
A server is a computer system dedicated to running a specific set of software programs and providing services to other computers or devices connected to a network. In the context of web development,
WordPress is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) used for creating and managing websites. It was originally designed as a blogging platform, but has since evolved into a versatile CMS used by individuals and organizations of all sizes.
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