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Glossary

  • Jargon
    Certain words or expressions that are not readily understood except by particular professionals or groups.
  • Javascript
    A popular programming language that's built into all the major web browsers and is used to make web pages interactive.
  • Joint Advisory Design (JAD) sessions
    Meetings in which developers and users collaborate to discuss aspects of an interface under development.