What is Build?
The process of converting your source code into the optimised version that runs in production
Why It Matters
Building prepares your code for deployment by optimising, bundling, and transforming it
Real-World Example
Running 'npm run build' to create the production-ready version of your site
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Related Terms
Deployment
The process of making your application available for users to access on the internet
Bundle
Combining multiple files into fewer files for more efficient loading
Compile
Converting code from one form to another, typically from human-readable to machine-executable
Hosting
A service that stores your website or application and serves it to users when they visit
CI/CD
Automated processes that test your code (Continuous Integration) and deploy it (Continuous Deployment) whenever you...
Production
The live environment where real users access your application